Dáire McDonald
In Pictures: Heath golf club fundraiser a major success
The Heath Golf Club fundraiser held on September 28th proved to be a tremendous success.
The sun was shining down across the course and the...
Gap between top and bottom earners must be closed – Brian Stanley TD
Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley has called for the introduction of a Living Wage of €12.30 an hour.
The Laois-Offaly TD was speaking in the...
Laois business awarded with prestigious quality mark for high standards
A midlands based business has achieved a quality mark signifying it meets the highest standards of service and trust.
Located in The Heath, Portlaoise, Co....
Primary schools gearing up for 4th annual Laois Athletics cross country races
All roads will lead to Emo GAA Field next Wednesday, September 25th, for the annual Downeys Suzuki Laois Athletics Primary Schools Cross Country races.
This...
Laois Martial Arts claim medals at Tallaght Open
Laois Martial Arts were in action again at the Tallaght Open recently.
The team of 7 competed in both Light Contact and Point fighting.
The youngest...
In Pictures: Emo Court Sunday revellers show support for Pieta House at Village Market
Walkers and weekend sightseers demonstrated their support for Pieta House at Rural Vagabonds’ coffee and tea fundraiser at the weekly Emo Village Farmer’s Market...
Portlaoise roadworks set to stall for a further three weeks
The construction of the new ring road in Portlaoise has been hit with delays meaning the Abbeyleix road is to remain closed until October...
In Pictures: Tennis, hurling and football success for Knockbeg College
It's been a great week of sport out in Knockbeg College in a number of different categories.
TENNIS
There was great success for 2nd year student...
Portlaoise Macra club looking for new members
Interested in joining a club with a difference?
As the Macra year kicks off Portlaoise Macra will be running a recruitment initiative over the few...
Laois TD demands an end to ‘beef processors cartel-like behaviour’
Sinn Féin Agriculture spokesperson Brian Stanley TD has called for an end to the cartel-like behaviour by the beef processors who have refused to...
13 Kerry men who have had a big impact on Laois GAA
Kerry people cast a long shadow over Gaelic football.
Today they travel to Croke Park seeking to deny Dublin an historic five-in-a-row in the All...
In Pictures: Laois Hurlers Golfing Society Captain’s Prize a success
Laois Hurlers Golfing Society hosted their Captains (Broghan Reilly) Prize, on Saturday last, in the beautiful surroundings of the Heath Golf Club.
The day was...
Laois woman the face of new initiative to improve mental health in young people
Jigsaw, the National Centre for Youth Mental Health, is rolling out a new virtual cycle challenge called Revolution x Jigsaw with Róisín Dunne from...
In Pictures: Mountmellick Historical and Heritage Society celebrate Heritage Week
The Mountmellick Historical and Heritage Society had a busy few days recently celebrating Heritage week.
There was a number of events taking place in the...
Emo Rounders win 3 out of 4 All-Ireland Titles
The weekend of 24th/25th of August saw Emo Rounders travel to the University of Limerick with 5 teams to take part in the last...
Mr & Miss Diversity set to come to Portlaoise
How well can you represent a different culture? Voice of Migrants Ireland (VOMI) brings you a wonderful night of laughter where they will crown...
Mountmellick Camera Club gearing up to celebrate 30 years
The Mountmellick Camera Club are set to celebrate their 30th anniversary of Photography next Friday, September 13.
The club, founded in 1989 has been helping...