Alan Hartnett
Stradbally native Alan Hartnett is a graduate of Knockbeg College who has worked in the local and national media since 2008. Alan has a BA in Economics, Politics and Law and an MA in Journalism from DCU. His happiest moment was when Jody Dillon scored THAT goal in the Laois senior football final in 2016.
The Laois General Election candidate who was coached by Sheamus and was once a...
Jason Lynch caught everyone on the hop when his name appeared on the register to run in the General Election just as nominations closed.
From...
Laois U-20 FC: Group stage to conclude this weekend as semi finals almost decided
The group stages of Laois Shopping Centre U-20 Football Championship will conclude this weekend.
While two of the semi finalists are confirmed, the other two...
Ladies National Football League fixtures confirmed for Duff’s Laois
The LGFA have announced the National League fixtures for 2025 for all teams including Laois.
After taking over mid-season in 2024, this will be a...
In Pictures: All smiles as Laois County Council host Civic Reception for two primary...
Two primary school students received a Civic Reception from Laois County Council last week.
Tomas Ramsbottom and Emma Burke of Timahoe National School were the...
On the Canvass: Aisling Moran and ‘The A Team’ looking to make history
Aisling Moran has successfully contested two elections - but she has never been looking for votes in this part of the world before.
In the...
In Pictures: Great celebrations as The Harps make it three U-20 hurling championships in...
Saturday was a memorable day for everyone connected to The Harps as they claimed their third U-20 hurling championship in a row by defeating...
Two more Laois teams in Leinster action with St Brigid’s in camogie final and...
St Brigid's v Naas (Kildare)
Leinster Intermediate Club Camogie Final in Tullamore at 12pm
Silverware will be up for grabs as St Brigid's and Naas clash...
Delight as Laois primary school finally opens new and much-needed footpath
The school community of Scoil Mhuire Fatima are very content at the moment as the school finally secured a vitally important footpath on the...
Laois U-20 FC ‘B’ Final: Silverware on the line as Portarlington and Killeshin prepare...
Killeshin v Portarlington
Laois U-20 'B' Football Championship Final in COE at 7.15pm
The penultimate football trophy of the 2024 season will be handed out in...
Two GAA clubs benefit after another successful year for the Laois Hurlers Golf Society
Two Laois GAA clubs have benefited from another successful year for the Laois Hurlers Golf Society.
Society Captain, John Delaney, recently presented Rathdowney juvenile chairman...
Cost of renting a home continues to increase with average in Laois now €1,568
Market rents in Laois were on average 10.3% higher in the third quarter of 2024 than a year previously.
The average listed rent in the...
IPAS contract withdrawn from Laois hotel is a ‘step towards greater accountability within the...
The IPAS (International Protection Accommodation Services) contract from East End Hotel in Portarlington was withdrawn recently following non-compliance issues.
This decision, according to Independent General...
Brian Stanley takes swipe at Sinn Fein and Mary Lou McDonald as he launches...
Brian Stanley officially launched his General Election campaign in the Portlaoise Parish Centre recently.
In front of a crowd of around 60 people, Stanley took...
The Laois GAA Award winners for the 2024 season have been announced
The Laois GAA award winners for the 2024 season have been announced this morning – with 17 handed out.
The only two awards that have...
Laois woman set to feature on next episode of hit RTE TV game show
A Laois woman is set to feature on the latest episode of a hit RTE game show this weekend.
Sandra Maher, from Stradbally, will appear...
Portlaoise College set to host multi-sport league for teenagers with ASD
The newly launched 'LOETB All Stars' initiative is set to begin this year.
This will bring together nine special classes from nine LOETB schools in...
Son of prison officer murdered by the Provisional IRA to contest General Election in...
Austin Stack is to contest the upcoming General Election and bid for one of the three seats in the Laois constituency.
It has been confirmed...
In Pictures: GAA President Jarlath Burns officially opens new Arles-Killeen gym
There was great excitement in Arles-Killeen last night as the club officially unveiled their brand new state of the art gym.
Adjacent to the pitch...
Laois Ladies confirm senior, minor, U-16 and U-14 management teams for 2025 season
The Laois Ladies have confirmed their management teams ahead of the 2025 season.
Ballyfin's Stephen Duff, who came in during the season this year, will...
In Pictures: All smiles as Civic Reception held for IFA chairman Francie Gorman
It was a special occasion for Francie Gorman recently as the highest honour that Laois County Council can bestow was given to him.
Francie was...
Laois school approved for new special educational needs classroom and two special education teaching...
A Laois primary school has been approved for a new Special Educational Needs (SEN) classroom and two special education teaching rooms (for one-to-one teaching).
Minister...
In Pictures: Joyous scenes as Mountmellick claim Laois IHC glory against Abbeyleix
It took them a little longer than they originally thought - but Mountmellick were crowned Laois IHC champions last night.
Damien Carter's men defeated Abbeyleix...
Mountrath Community School students embark on educational trips to Nice and Berlin
At the beginning of the month, 31 Leaving Certificate students from Mountrath Community School set off on an exciting journey, divided into two groups...
Part II as Abbeyleix and Mountmellick to meet in Laois IHC final once more
Abbeyleix v Mountmellick
Laois IHC Replay in O'Moore Park at 7.15pm
The last adult hurling final of 2024 is down for decision tonight as Abbeyleix take...
Kind-hearted Laois school staff and students raise much needed funds for Laois Hospice with...
The staff and students of St Mary's CBS Portlaoise came together to raise money for a very worthy cause recently.
They hosted a bake sale...
Golden rosary beads and rose on display to make 50th anniversary of Portlaoise Parish...
The Portlaoise Parish Lourdes Pilgrimage Committee celebrated their 50th year of leading pilgrimages to Lourdes on their annual trip last July.
The pilgrimage was established...
All systems go as Castletown village gears up for ‘Fun Weekend’
The Castletown Village Fun Weekend is a much anticipated event that will bring together locals and visitors for a weekend of excitement and entertainment.
Held...
In Pictures: More than 30 nationalities represented as Laois secondary school hosts Intercultural Day
Portlaoise College hosted a vibrant and diverse Intercultural Day recently, with over 30 nationalities coming together to celebrate their unique cultures.
Organised by Mr O'Neill,...
Laois Macra Laois celebrates mental health awareness month with ‘Be well, Stay well’ panel...
Laois Macra celebrated Mental Health awareness month with a ‘Be well, Stay well’ panel discussion recently.
As part of the Macra Rural Youth calendar, October...
In Pictures: Laughs and education as Colm O’Regan’s ‘Climate Worrier’ show comes to Laois
Renowned comedian and author Colm O'Regan performed his acclaimed show, Climate Worrier, to a packed audience at PJ Kavanagh’s Pub in Portlaoise recently.
The event...