45 years on from when it all began - last weekend was a very special occasion for all in Lynam School of Irish Dancing.
Gabrielle Lynam opened her first ever class in Stradbally in 1978 - and they are still...
Laois Chamber Alliance CEO, Caroline Hofman, this week caught up with Iveta Melgaile and Patrick Bowe, owners of The Ranch Cabin, located near Errill.
Tell us a bit about The Ranch Cabin and why you decided to set up your business?
"We...
After a weekend of beautiful weather, the results are in from a busy week on the local golf scene.
You can check out all the latest results below from Mountrath, Portarlington and The Heath.
If any of the other golf clubs...
PortDara Falcons are once again hosting the the Leinster Women’s Tens Rugby Tournament, this Saturday, September 9.
The inaugural tournament last summer was hosted and organised by PortDara, with the club once again taking the reins this year.
Portarlington Rugby Club...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Andrew Morrissey
Chantiere Gate, Portlaoise, Laois, R32 HFX2
Andrew Morrissey, Chantiere Gate, Portlaoise and late of Monkstown Farm and Woodfarm Acres, Palmerstown and Knockanina, Mountrath. Died peacefully on 04 September 2023 surrounded...
Stradbally Parish Gaels 1-13 Mountmellick Parish Gaels 0-8
Laois MFC Round 6
Stradbally Parish Gaels have secured a home semi final following an eight point win over Mountmellick Parish Gaels.
It was a battle of the amalgamated forces with Stradbally, Timahoe and...
Clonaslee-St Manman's 1-14 Colt 0-9
Laois JFC 'C' Semi Final
Clonaslee-St Manman's are through to the final of the Junior 'C' Football Championship, after a comprehensive win over Colt in the Centre of Excellence this evening.
They will meet Arles-Kilcruise in the...
Laois Heritage Society will host a talk called 'Big Houses' - Divided Land and 1923 Land Act, by Terry Dunne Historian.
The talk will take place on Thursday, September 14, at 8pm in the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise.
Entry fee is...
Recent information shows that over 1,500 homes have been completed in Laois since the formation of the current Government.
An additional 160 homes have been purchased for social housing.
Over 400 new homes have commenced construction since the beginning of this...
The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth has released a statement outlining the details for the housing of Ukrainian refugees in Stradbally from this week.
Speaking on Morning Ireland earlier, Minister of State Ossian Smyth, said that people...
Electric Picnic is a rollercoaster of a emotions at the best of times - and thousands who were gathered at the Main Stage on Saturday witnessed a touching moment last weekend.
British singer Tom Odell, who entertained a huge crowd...
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We are delighted to see Stradbally-based Laois Chamber Alliance member, McKeon Stone, feature in this short film by the Defence Forces.
The film itself is about the re-dedication of the National Army Monument in Glasnevin Cemetary, Dublin.
Powerpoint Engineering’s Annual...
After a busy weekend at Electric Picnic, the GAA returns with force from this evening.
There are huge games with adult and juvenile finals place a range of semi and quarter finals down for decision.
Check it out below:
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
JFC...
The Heath senior rounders mixed team are gearing up for a huge weekend as they bid to win the Senior mixed All-Ireland title.
The team in black and amber will travel to Kinnegad GAA Centre in Westmeath on Sunday, as...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Imelda Doyle (née Carey)
Ballickmoyler, Carlow / Carlow Town, Carlow / Ballickmoyler, Laois
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on September 4th, 2023, at The District Hospital, Carlow.
Beloved wife of...
The LOETB Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre are now taking enrolments for the Certificate and the Diploma in the Accounting Technicians (ATI) of Ireland. These programmes are commencing in September.
This valuable qualification is available to individuals who are...
A band who rocked the Salty Dog and Trailer Park stages at Electric Picnic on Sunday are seeking the public's help.
White Horse Guitar Club comprise of 11 men and one of them has misplaced his prize mandolin.
Brendan Whelan owns...
Two students from Laois have been awarded an All Ireland Scholarship which will cover the full duration of their undergraduate studies.
The 2022 leaving certificate students; Aidan Goodson and Cormac Kirby-Ó’Colmáin will be honoured at the All Ireland Scholarships Award...
TG4 have announced that the station will broadcast weekly matches and highlights from the Australian Football League Women’s (AFLW) season.
A record thirty-three Irish players will take the field this season with sixteen Irish Counties represented.
Mayo lead the pack with...
Bob Flavin is a Laois-based motor journalist and social media personality.
As well as being a regular contributor on RTÉ programming, he also runs a hugely popular YouTube channel, and has a large following on TikTok.
He recently gave an interview...
Bircrest Limited have applied to Laois County Council for planning permission at a site in Summerhill, Portlaoise.
The site is generally bound to the north by the Portlaoise Southern Circular Road, to the east by Holy Family School Road, and...
It was another busy summer for Laois Sports Partnership (LSP) as the summer camp schedule ramped up once again.
In 2023, LSP successfully delivered and supported 11 summer camps, seven of which were disability inclusion camps.
During the course of the...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Jacinta (Jess) Bracken (née Quigley)
Arlington Estate, Portarlington, Laois/Mountmellick
Formerly of St Joseph’s Terrace, Mountmellick County Laois. Suddenly but peacefully in Cork. A cherished wife, mother and grandmother. Loving wife of Patrick. Devoted...
The earlier Electric Picnic date for 2024 is a temporary one with it set to revert to its traditional slot in 2025, according to festival director Melvin Benn, who was speaking to media this afternoon.
And he said that Electric...
Electric Picnic never fails to deliver.
And as upwards of 70,000 people descended on the Little Town of Stradbally for the weekend, the sun shone brightly on the latest Electric Picnic festival.
Its popularity shows no sign of waning and the...
Imagine that you had to employ a gardener. You ask around among your friends and neighbours, and eventually you hear of two gardeners who are available.
From people who have employed them, you are able to draw up the following...
It was a magical night in The Pantry’s walled garden in Portlaoise last week, with the 2nd outing of If the walls had ears.
Curated by Broadcaster, Ann Marie Kelly, musicians, artists, and audience members were invited to speak and...
There was plenty of excitement at the Portlaoise Plaza last Friday with members of Portlaoise RFC gathering for the official launch of the 2023 Colour Run.
The event will take place on Saturday, September 9, at 1pm on the grounds...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Jacinta (Jess) Bracken (née Quigley)
Arlington Estate, Portarlington, Laois/Mountmellick
Formerly of St Joseph's Terrace, Mountmellick County Laois. Suddenly but peacefully in Cork. A cherished wife, mother and grandmother. Loving wife of Patrick. Devoted...
A solution to the issue that arose around Christmas time in relation to the out of hours GP service in Laois appears to have finally been resolved.
There had been outrage and upset across Laois when it was revealed that...
