As part of our now well-established running series, we bring you this week’s ‘Good Week/Bad Week’.
To see who has had a good or bad week, we look at different news stories happening in Laois and involving Laois people. Most importantly, it’s all a bit of fun.
GOOD WEEK FOR…
Portlaoise Panthers
Its a big weekend for Panthers and to give a bit of insight, we did a Preview of the Panthers teams competing in this weekends Hula Hoops National Cup.
‘It’s a dream come true’ – Portlaoise Panthers chairman speaks about excitement national cup semi-finals, best of luck to all involved.
Laois Athletes
Laois athletes scoop prestigious Leinster Star athletics awards, and deservedly so. Congratulations!
Former Porlaoise AFC player, Colin Conroy
Laois soccer player named in Republic of Ireland U-16 squad for upcoming friendlies against Germany and Australia.
Young inspirations
Kind Kellie-Ann donates 14 inches of hair to charity, what a beautiful gesture.
The Gate House, Emo
It was a fine week for The Gate House as they were the only Laois pub named in Sunday World ‘Top 10 Boozers’ for 2018.
Local musicians
There is all sorts of talent coming out of the county as Laois singer/songwriter announced as finalist in international songwriting competition.
First Dates Ireland fans
We love a good personality representing us well so we’re very excited for a Well-known Laois man set to appear on First Dates Ireland.
Laois boxing
He’s back. Doheny to take to the US to defend his world title.
BAD WEEK FOR…
Laois Farmers
Shock as Laois mart announces decision to close, the end of an era.
The HSE
Nurses and midwives to strike for 24 hours at end of January, and they have plenty of support nationwide.
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