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.
Local community set ‘Busk for Cuisle’ to raise much needed funds
This Thursday, December 19, will see musicians and the local community gather together for a great cause.
'Busk for Cuisle' will take place in Kavanaghs...
Christmas Spirit leads the way as local community raise funds for the ‘Help Jamie...
There is really nothing like the local community in times of need and this family have been blown away by the support.
If you've been...
Young guns leading the way in Quirke’s Laois squad heading into the New Year
The Laois senior footballers had their first win of the O'Byrne Cup over Wexford on Saturday afternoon.
Mark Barry stepped up to kick the winning...
‘I was just so proud of my family for what we achieved’ – Maeve...
The Mahers of Killeshin just fell short of the Ireland's Fittest Family crown last night but what a performance they gave.
From the beginning of...
Mixed fortunes for Portlaoise Panthers National League teams over the weekend
Portlaoise Panthers 66 IT Carlow 83
Men’s Division 1 National League
The Panthers men had home advantage as they welcomed IT Carlow for their usual derby...
The Mahers look to be crowned Ireland’s Fittest Family as they take on tonight’s...
Tonight is the night!
The Mahers will take on the incredible tough challenge of the Ireland's Fittest Family final and it airs tonight.
Last weekend, Nicholas,...
Barry to the rescue as Laois hold off Wexford in Round 2 of O’Byrne...
Laois 1-12 Wexford 1-11
Bord na Mona O’Byrne Cup Round 2
The Laois senior footballers travelled to Enniscorthy where they had a nail biting win over...
Talented Portarlington swimmer shortlisted for RTÉ Young Sportsperson of the Year tonight
Best of luck Nicole!
Portarlington swimmer, Nicole Turner has been shortlisted for RTÉ's Young Sports Person of the Year.
The awards will be live tonight (Saturday)...
Plenty of Christmas cheer as Trumera students host Christmas concert
There was plenty of Christmas spirit in the Gaelscoil Thromaire, Mountrath as they held their Christmas Concert in Trumera GAA Hall recently.
The children and...
Laois set for Wexford O’Byrne Cup clash but manager Quirke says National League is...
The Laois senior footballers continue their start to the 2020 season with their second O'Byrne Cup game away to Wexford this afternoon.
Mike Quirke's men...
Women in Sport: Ireland’s Fittest Family contestant and talented athlete Maeve Maher
This week we have something special in our 'Women in Sports' segment.
The Ireland's Fittest Family final will air Sunday night at 6:30pm on RTE1,...
Laois Ladies Minor panel for 2020 season announced
The Laois Ladies Minor team for 2020 has been announced and there are some superb players listed.
The team is managed by Paul Mulhall and...
Local business helps Mannion family fundraise for ‘Jamie Wants to Walk’ campaign
If you've been following the story of the beautiful little Jamie Mannion and his family over the last couple of weeks then you'll be...
Scoil Chríost Rí hoping to add to silverware and book a spot in All...
Scoil Chriost Ri Senior A basketball team were recently crowned Regional Champions and now they're preparing for their next big game.
They will play St...
Manager Quirke sees ‘largely positive’ aspects within new Laois team
Laois played their opening round of the O'Byrne Cup on Saturday afternoon where they came up short to rivals Offaly.
Despite walking away with a...
Two from two wins for Portlaoise Panthers in respective National League campaigns
Portlaoise Panthers 87 Limerick Celtics 65
Women's Division 1 National League
Just off the back of their National Cup quarter-final win, the Panther's women claimed yet...
The Mahers are ready to battle it out for spot in Ireland’s Fittest Family...
The Mahers are hoping to book their place in the Ireland's Fittest Family final as they take to our screens tonight.
So far, the Killeshin...
Seven talking points as Laois fall short to Offaly in opening game of O’Byrne...
Laois took on Offaly in McCann Park this afternoon in Round 1 of the O'Byrne Cup.
Mike Quirke's men fell at the last hurdle as...
LIVE BLOG: Follow all the action as Laois take on Offaly in the O’Byrne...
Laois take on Offaly in Round 1 O'Byrne Cup in McCann Park, Portarlington at 2pm.
During the week, Laois manager Mike Quirke confirmed that Donie...
Newly formed Laois Community Sports Hub to host public meeting
Laois Sports Partnership will be hosting a Rathdowney-Errill Activity Hub Workshop on Monday, December 16.
The workshop will take place in Rathdowney Community Centre at...
Mountrath hold off Naas to advance to Leinster ‘B’ schools semi-final
Mountrath CS 2-15 Naas CBS 2-13
Leinster B Senior Hurling quarter-final
Mountrath CS shook off Naas CBS this afternoon in an entertaining yet heated game.
Both sides...
Women in Sport: Portlaoise, Irish and European Golf ace Mary Doyle
Brought to you in association with Joe Mallon Motors, Portlaoise.
This week's addition to our Women in Sports segment is golf ace Mary Doyle.
Mary has...
League of Ireland looking for Laois players to take on Women’s National League trials...
Laois players are being encouraged to go along to the Women's National League trials tonight and if you think you have what it takes...
Previewing tonight’s U-20 football final between Courtwood-Emo and Portarlington
Portarlington take on Courtwood-Emo in the U-20 Championship final in Stradbally tonight at 7:45pm.
Following on from strong performances from both sides in their semi-finals,...
Great turnout as local gym raise much needed funds for little Jamie
In October, we shared the story of the Mannion family and their bid to raise money to help their beautiful son who is in need of medical support.
In...
County champions Portlaoise on the hunt for new manager as Rigney departs
The Portlaoise senior footballers are in search of their third manager in three years after Niall Rigney stepped down from his role recently.
Having taken...
‘Some people might see it as a sacrifice but I don’t – It’s just...
Portlaoise Athletic Club's Mary Mulhare is on a roll at the moment and is showing no signs of stopping as she prepares to represent...
In Pictures: Camross hosts successful fashion show in aid of Parish development
Camross Community held a very successful fashion show recently in aid of Parish/Field development.
A cheese and wine reception was also sponsored by Dunnes Stores.
Participating...
In Pictures: Scoil Chríost Rí celebrate school’s success at golden jubilee
Scoil Chríost Rí celebrated their golden jubilee recently having opened in 1968.
Staff and students both past and present, Parent's Council members, board members, the...
Athlete Mary Mulhare named as LaoisToday/Property Partners Buggy Sports Star of the Month for...
Athletics star, Mary Mulhare, was the worthy recipient of ‘Sports Star of the Month’ as she picked up his award in Property Partners Buggy.
The...