Aedín Dunne
Aedín graduated from University of Limerick with a degree in Journalism and New Media. She is a proud Townie with a passion for all things sports and doesn't like to speak about the 2016 blip in Portlaoise's bid to 10-in-a-row.
Laois GAA launch new kit vans for 2020 season
Laois GAA have launched their new kit vans for 2020, sponsored by Downey’s Autostop.
The Downey family have for years been proud supporters of Laois GAA...
Tickets on sale for Hula Hoops National Cup finals as Portlaoise Panthers go in...
Tickets for the Hula Hoops National Cup final are on sale now!
They went on sale this afternoon after the fixtures for the fixtures for...
Laois triathlon club set to launch 11th annual event
Trilogy Triathlon Club is gearing up for its annual triathlon, TriLaois on Saturday, April 4 in Portlaoise Leisure Centre.
As part of the preparations the...
Fixtures announced as Portlaoise Panthers prepare for Hula Hoops National Cup finals
Put the date in your diary!
The fixtures for the 2019/2020 National Cup Finals have been announced.
Portlaoise Panthers will be represented in the Women's Senior...
Operation Transformation comes to Laois village this weekend
If you've been looking to get active this January then look no further than getting up and running this Saturday.
Operation Transformation are coming to...
Great news for local family as on-going fundraising sends them a step in the...
There some great news to start off 2020 for The Mannion family, and it's thanks to all the generosity they have received over the...
Melia returns as Panthers book spot in Women’s Senior National Cup final
Portlaoise Panthers 60 Team Tom McCarthy’s St Mary’s 49
Hula Hoops Women’s Division One National Cup
Portlaoise Panthers and their come backs - two peas in...
14 man Laois fall short to Meath in second game of the John Kerins...
Laois 0-10 Meath 0-14
U-20 John Kerins Cup
The Laois U-20's welcomed Meath this afternoon in Round 2 of the John Kerins Cup where they fell...
Laois students urged to get involved in this year’s Student Entrepreneur Awards
Enterprise Ireland is calling on Laois students from third level institutions nationwide with an innovative business idea, technology or solution to apply to this...
Historic Scoil Chríost Rí All Ireland football champions to be honoured in Civic Reception
It's not too often you get a Civic Reception but Scoil Chríost Rí footballers are more than worthy.
Laois County Council are holding the reception...
Gallant Panthers bow out of U-20 National Cup after nail biting semi-final
Portlaoise Panthers 77 Waterford Wildcats 81
Hula Hoops U-20 Women’s National Cup
It was always going to be a tough opening game but Panthers almost pulled off...
Big weekend for Portlaoise Panthers as four teams contest the Hula Hoops National Cup...
It's a big weekend for Portlaoise Panthers as they have four teams heading to Cork to compete in the Hula Hoops National Cup semi-finals.
This...
Camogie Association working with Laois to find ‘solution’ to withdrawal decision
The national Camogie body has said that it is in contact with Laois players and county board in a bid to get the county...
ADHD Ireland to host free information session in Portlaoise this month
ADHD Ireland will host two free information sessions for the public, both taking place on Monday, January 20.
The session will take place at ADHD...
Garda appeal for information following Abbeyleix accident involving man and truck
Gardaí in Laois are appealing for anyone with information following an incident that took place in Abbeyleix at the weekend.
The incident happened at about...
Tough start to the new year for Panthers teams in National League
Portlaoise Panthers 65 Waterford Vikings 81
Men’s Division 1 National League
Portlaoise Panthers had a tough start to the year as both their men's and women's...
Laois U-20’s lose out to Kildare in John Kerins Cup opener
Laois 1-07 Kildare 2-17
U-20 John Kerins Cup
The Laois U-20's had a tough start to 2020 this evening as they took on Kildare away where...
Laois town hosting tractor run in aid of local school this Sunday
Stradbally will be host to a tractor and truck run tomorrow (Sunday, January 5) in aid of St Colman's National School.
The event will be...
Laois hurling team announced ahead of clash against Westmeath
The inter-county season roars back into life this weekend with three Laois teams set to be in action.
The Laois senior hurlers will take on...
Laois artists urged to get involved as search for 2020 Texaco Children’s Art Competition...
It's that time of year again!
Get your paint brushes and colouring pencils ready because the search is on to find the 2020 Texaco Children's...
In Pictures: Park/Ratheniska Timahoe celebrate underage success with Waterford hurler
Park/Ratheniska-Timahoe Hurling Club provided their members with a very informative and enjoyable nights entertainment on Monday, December 30.
The event played a great role in helping...
In Pictures: Portlaoise LGFA celebrate success at Minor Awards night
Portlaoise LGFA honoured their Minor 'A' county champions over the Christmas period at their Awards Night.
The awards took place in Roll 'N Bowl, Portlaoise...
Emo Court to feature in popular RTE series tonight
Our very own Emo Court will be featured on RTÉ's 'Great Irish Interiors' series tonight.
The episode is the last in the series and looks...
All you need to know about this weekend’s busy GAA action to kick off...
There is a busy weekend in store for multiple county squads as they play their first games of 2020.
The senior and U-20 footballers are...
In Pictures: Success in numbers at Clonenagh school fundraiser
Clonenagh Nation School's Family Fun Run/Walk was a massive success on Saturday, December 28th.
A great crowd of over 150 people participated in the Run/Walk in
Coolrain...
Tusla-Child and Family Agency reaching out to Laois families for urgent foster care
Tusla-Child and Family Agency has issued an urgent appeal for a foster carer(s) for a child in Laois and the Midlands.
Tusla is seeking a...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … but, not for everyone
I cannot speak on behalf of everyone, but from my own experience, this offers some food for thought.
Christmas is the time of year you...
In Pictures: The Rock school open new extension
The Rock National School opened up their new extension this afternoon.
The extension will cater for pupils with special needs and those who may need...
Laois school to host Annual Tractor Run and auction signed flag by 2019 Open...
Clonenagh National School's Annual Tractor Run will take place in Coolrain on Saturday December, 28.
This fundraising event has proven to be a great day...
Portlaoise artist going from strength to strength as he releases new music video
Simply excellent.
Portlaoise man, Kean Kavanagh has been busy over the past couple of years with his music, producing and touring.
Almost a year since his...