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Darragh Lyons

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Jonathan McCowen Main

Fundraiser launched for daughters of Laois father following aggressive Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis

A GoFundMe has been launched for Jonathan McCowen, a Portarlington dad with an aggressive form of Motor Neuron disease. In August last year Jonathan McCowen...
Eileen Brennan

In Pictures: Laois school open garden in honour of retired caretaker following 40 years...

Mayo National School in Crettyard celebrated the opening of "Eileen's Garden" with a lovely service on June 27. The outdoor classroom is a tribute to...
laois arthouse

In Pictures: 2022 Annual Laois Arthouse event with Tom McLean a big success

The Laois Arthouse hosted artist Tom McLean who led a four-day Masterclass Art Programme entitled Construct/Deconstruct for adults recently. This took place in the beautiful...

Wide range of events and digital projects planned in Laois for National Heritage Week...

One of Ireland’s largest annual cultural events, National Heritage Week from August 13-21, makes a full return to in-person events this year. Participation in National...
Community Employment Scheme

Laois TD and local senator welcome ‘positive reform’ for Community Employment in Laois

Major reforms to Community Employment, Tús and the Rural Social Scheme are set to reform the sector, a Laois TD has said. Fine Gael's Charlie...
de la salle brothers cemetry

De La Salle Brothers in Castletown set to hold first Cemetery Day since 2017

Since the De La Salle Brothers last held their Day of Remembrance or Cemetery Day in 2017, twenty-five Brothers have gone to their eternal...
Portarlington Main Street

Project development plan sought for Portarlington says local Councillor

Fianna Fail Cllr Eddie Fitzpatrick says the Offaly side of Portarlington is seeking to secure funding under the town and village renewal scheme. The funds...
Laois-revolution

Laois Libraries present the final of their three-part series of online talks on Revolutionary...

Revolutionary War, the final in their three-part series of online talks on Revolutionary Laois, is set to take place this week. The series was organised...
Rathdowney-Errill-Division-1B

Poynton pounces at the death as Rathdowney-Errill complete league double over Camross

Rathdowney-Errill 2-22 Camross 2-19 ACHL Division 1B Final This evening, Rathdowney-Errill added the Division 1B title to the Division 1A win they had Friday night. Both...
Abbeyleix Division 2 Winners

Colin Byrne leads Abbeyleix to Division 2 league title over Colt-Shanahoe

Colt-Shanahoe 2-13 Abbeyleix 0-21 ACHL Division 2 Final Abbeyleix rallied on more than one occasion to deny Colt-Shanahoe their first ever silverware in the Division 2...

Property Watch: The cheapest properties available in Laois this week

On this week’s Property Watch we take a look at some of the homes currently for sale in Laois for even the smallest of...
Colt-Shanahoe

Colt-Shanahoe eye first ever silverware as Division 1B and 2 hurling finals take place...

Today is a significant day for the Colt-Shanahoe hurling club who go in search of their first silverware in O'Moore Park when they take...
Gas

Overdue report on security of Ireland’s gas and electricity systems due within weeks

A report on Ireland’s energy security conducted by London based consultancy firm CEPA is due for delivery in the third quarter of this year. So...
Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise

Local Minister provides update on Government plans for gynaecology services in the Midlands

A local Minister has welcomed the development of ambulatory gynaecology clinics in the Midlands and elsewhere. Green Party Minister Pippa Hackett said they will improve...
National Lotto awards

Laois support service named as national finalist in the National Lottery Good Causes Awards...

The Laois Domestic Abuse Service is amongst the thirty-five community groups, sports clubs and organisations from all over Ireland who have been announced as...
James Ryan St Colman's Fundraiser

Local man set to complete Ironman in Germany to raise funds for school’s new...

A well-known Laois man is set to take on a gruelling Ironman challenge in Frankfurt this Saturday in aid of a very good cause. James...
Laois athletics

In Pictures: Huge success for Laois athletes at Leinster Juvenile Championships

There was huge success for a range of Laois athletes at the Leinster Juvenile Championships over the weekend. The Leinster U-14 to U-19 Championships were...
Musical

Portlaoise Musical Society set to walk 500 Miles for comeback show and Kolbe Special...

Portlaoise Musical Society are currently stepping it out with their fundraiser of the year - Summer Walkin' 500 Miles. This is a walking challenge throughout...
Bus

Laois TD calls for ‘fair treatment’ for rural commuters accessing discounted transport

Rural commuters deserve fair treatment when it comes to accessing discounted transport, a Laois TD has said. Fine Gael' Charlie Flanagan says that as most...
Nicole Turner

Portarlington’s Turner claims two bronze medals at World Para Swimming Championships

Nicole Turner continues to add to her growing medal collection as she won bronze medals in the 50m Butterfly S6 and 100m Breaststroke SB6 at...

Property Watch: Five properties on sale in Laois for approximately €300,000

On this week’s Property Watch we take a look at some of the homes currently for sale in Laois for in and around €300,000. We...
Jobs in Laois

All the recent job vacancies as advertised on LaoisToday

There are a number of jobs in Laois being advertised on LaoisToday at the moment. Below we have listed all of the roles advertised on...
Hurling general

Camross ease past Portlaoise to join Rathdowney-Errill in Division 1B final

Camross 1-24 Portlaoise 2-9 ACHL Division 1B Semi-final Camross had 12 points to spare over Portlaoise in the only semi final in Division 1B. They will now...
Hurling

Looking ahead to this weekend’s hurling league semi-finals as Clough-Ballacolla give walkovers on the...

With the league group stages across the hurling tiers completed, we preview an exciting weekend of hurling action, as the league semi-finals get underway. With...
The Heath General

Excellent Culleton leads Mountmellick to important league win over Portlaoise while The Heath revive...

Mountmellick 2-13 Portlaoise 2-8 ACFL Division 2 (Relegation Section) Mountmellick had five points to spare over Portlaoise in the Relegation Section of ACFL Division 2 this...
Solar Panel Bill

Local Minister welcomes planning permission exemption proposals for rooftop solar panels

Minister Pippa Hackett has welcomed planning permission exemption proposals for rooftop solar panels on homes. The exemption will also cover other buildings from community centres...

Laois all set to host the GAA Handball Féile na nGael 2022 this weekend

The John West GAA Handball Féile na nGael 2022 is being held across Laois, Kilkenny and Carlow this weekend with over 60 club teams...
Erkina River Festival

Erkina River Festival set to return after long Covid-19 absence

Woodenbridge Stage will host their first Erkina River Festival since the Covid-19 pandemic. The festival promises to be an action packed event with a wide-range...
laoistoday property watch

Property Watch: Four properties on sale in Laois from €500,000 to €600,000

On this week’s Property Watch we take a look at some of the homes currently for sale around Laois in the range of €500,000...
Aimee Kelly Laois Ladies

Laois Ladies Football captain Aimee Kelly looks forward to All-Ireland clash with Tyrone

The Laois Ladies footballers' All-Ireland journey continues this Sunday as they face Tyrone at 2pm in O’Moore Park. Laois had a brilliant 6-23 to 0-8...