Darragh Lyons
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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 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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...