Water is a source of endless enjoyment — whether you’re swimming, kayaking, or just taking a dip on a sunny day. But with all the fun comes the responsibility of staying safe.
That’s where Water Safety Ireland Laois steps in, offering expertly...
Uisce Éireann says that water supply in Laois is 'returning to normal' following the impact of Storm Éowyn.
The state body, known previously as Irish Water, says that crews have been working tirelessly to restore water supply to homes and...
A free suicide bereavement support awareness event will take place on Thursday, January 30, from 7.30pm to 9pm at the Killeshin Hotel, Portlaoise.
The event will offer advice, support, and information for those impacted by suicide or supporting others who...
Bord Bia is calling for local gardening groups and enthusiasts to participate at Bord Bia Bloom by designing and delivering their very own green space at the celebrated summer event.
The popular Postcard Gardens feature provides community groups, schools, charitable...
Laois County Council have opened a helpline for those who need support following the impact of Storm Éowyn.
According to powercheck.ie, there are premises still without power in locations across the county.
These include: Ballylinan, Vicarstown, Emo, Mountrath, Camross, Ballyfin, Durrow...
History was made last week as Scoil Chriost Ri claimed victory in the Leinster Junior Rugby Cup competition in their first ever appearance.
In what is their first year playing rugby in the Portlaoise school, they were invited to join...
Portlaoise Panthers 79 Fr Matthews 65
Women's Basketball Super League
Portlaoise Panthers picked up their first win in Women’s Super League since late November after they got the better of Fr. Mathews in St. Mary’s Hall on Saturday night.
Indeed, that triumph...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James Carroll
Hillside View, Clonaslee, Laois, R32 D2Y9/Roscrea, Tipperary
James Carroll, Hillside View, Clonaslee (R32 D2Y9) and formerly of Ballybritt, Roscrea Co. Tipperary, passed away suddenly on 24th January 2025.
James was predeceased...
Midland Warriors 0 Portarlington 29
Leinster Towns Cup Round 1
Portarlington put in an incredible performance away to Midland Warriors this afternoon, running in four tries and keeping a clean sheet as the Laois club booked their place in the second...
Willow Park A 4 v Clonaslee Utd 3
Combined Counties Cup Round 2
Clonaslee United put in a brave performance away to Willow Park on Saturday night, but a late goal from the Athlone side snatched victory in an epic cup...
All three of the inter-county games involved Laois this weekend have been called off.
The Laois Ladies were the last team standing as they were to face Carlow today.
The game was originally down for the Centre of Excellence at 2pm...
1 - ‘We bought a house in March and now we’re homeless’ – How a dream Laois home turned into a nightmare
People in Laois are being made ‘homeless, leading to stress, anxiety, and even suicidal thoughts’.
That is according to...
Laois County Council has recently approved a series of planning applications across various industries and services in the county.
Brook Advantage Limited have been given the green light to develop Phase One of a proposed three-phased housing development at Rathmoyle...
February is it time of growth and invitation for us all. The light of spring slowly triumphs over winter darkness.
The story and celebration of Saint Brigid remains deeply relevant in a turbulent world. Her tolerance, compassion, kindness and inclusive...
Ladies NFL Division 3 - Laois v Carlow
In Annanough at 2pm - note change of venue
Following postponements for both the men's county senior footballers and hurlers in their opening round National League games this weekend, the Laois ladies football...
Close to 1,700 people have signed a petition to the new Minister for Justice asking them to stop the deportation of a family from Laois.
The school community at St Mary's CBS Portlaoise has rallied around Lucy Adebowale and her...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James Carroll
Hillside View, Clonaslee, Laois, R32 D2Y9/Roscrea, Tipperary
James Carroll, Hillside View, Clonaslee (R32 D2Y9) and formerly of Ballybritt, Roscrea Co. Tipperary, passed away suddenly on 24th January 2025.
James was predeceased...
The Laois senior footballers will have to wait another week for their season to begin.
That is after it has been announced, for the second time in a couple of hours, their round 1 clash against Leitrim is off.
The game...
The day that inter-county GAA was set to return to Laois has ended with nothing happening at all.
This morning, the meeting of Laois and Leitrim in Division 3 of the NFL was postponed due to a lack of electricity.
Storm...
The National Football League Division 3 meeting between Leitrim and Laois has been postponed.
A statement from Laois GAA this morning confirmed that the game is off due to 'no electricity'.
Leitrim play their home games in Carrick-on-Shannon but due to...
Six Laois students have been recognised at the Trinity College Entrance Exhibition Awards at ceremonies held in the University throughout the week.
The Trinity College Entrance Exhibition Awards recognise academic achievement of new undergraduate entrants to Trinity College Dublin.
They are...
The Laois senior footballers have named their captain and three vice-captains for the 2025 season.
Graiguecullen's Brian Byrne has been bestowed with the honour of captaining his county for this year.
The versatile player, who can line out in defence or...
A village in Laois "urgently needs public lighting" as the community has been left "in complete darkness."
That is according to Laois TD Brian Stanley, who says the issue is affecting "numerous residents" in Castletown.
"The Junction at the Mountrath end...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James Carroll
Hillside View, Clonaslee, Laois, R32 D2Y9/Roscrea, Tipperary
James Carroll, Hillside View, Clonaslee (R32 D2Y9) and formerly of Ballybritt, Roscrea Co. Tipperary, passed away suddenly on 24th January 2025.
James was predeceased...
The Laois senior hurlers have named their team to face Westmeath in their National Hurling League Division 1B opener.
The Tommy Fitzgerald era begins in Mullingar on Saturday, with throw-in at Cusack Park set for 2pm.
The big news on the team...
Laois County Council have issued a new statement in relation to the ongoing situation across the county amid Storm Éowyn.
It was reported earlier this morning that Council crews would be mobilising from 11am in an attempt to clear up some...
Laois County Council say that repair crews are mobilising from 11am in a bid to attempt to clear up some of the damage from Storm Éowyn.
Thousands of people across the county are without electricity following hours of severe winds.
The...
As Storm Éowyn roars across Ireland this morning, Laois County Council has issued advice for people in a bid to keep them safe during and after the Status Red warning.
According to Met Eireann, the Status Red warning for Laois...
Laois County Council has received planning applications from two separate developers that would see the construction of 19 new homes in the county.
Kingscroft Developments Ltd are seeking planning permission to replace a crèche in Clonroosk Abbey with two residential...
A former Laois footballer has been named in the London senior football panel ahead of their National Football League Division 4 campaign.
Former Portlaoise keeper Graham Brody has been included in a 32-man squad.
He was between the sticks for North...
