David Power
A journalist for over 20 years, David has worked for a number of regional titles both as journalist and editor. From Tullamore he also works as a content editor for Independent.ie. His heroes include Shane Lowry, Seamus Darby and Johnny Flaherty
Quad bikes tearing up The Heath commonage area at night
Youths on quad bikes and all-terrain vehicles have been tearing up the commonage ground at The Heath late at night, leaving the ground in...
Laois native makes The Rich List 2018
A Laois man has made Ireland’s 2018 250 rich list, compiled by the Sunday Independent over the weekend.
Cathal Jackson is listed as number 202...
Sean Fleming calls for Fair Deal Scheme publication
The Minister for Health should publish new legislation in relation to the Fair Deal Scheme which is long overdue, according to Fianna Fáil TD...
Meeting on proposed community hub in Raheen
Support is being sought for ambitious plans for a community hub as part of the refurbished St Fintan’s NS in Raheen.
Early in 2017 Raheen...
Flu fear sparks cancellation of Sign of the Peace at Mass in Laois
Mass goers in Laois have been asked not to shake hands at church ceremonies this week, with Bishop Denis Nulty suspending the Sign of...
Minister Naughten to visit controversial EirGrid site
Minister Denis Naughten will visit the EirGrid site in Ratheniska in on Thursday next, January 18 to hear first hand the concerns of the...
Life lessons from ploughing chief – Anna May McHugh
In January most of make new year resolutions, but you would be just as well taking the advice from Anna May McHugh, the National...
Catherine Fulvio’s tasty demo on food waste in Portlaoise
One of Ireland’s renowned chefs, Catherine Fulvio will whisk up some tasty meals and teach people how to cut down on food waste later...
Minister Harris sidelines HSE as department takes control of hospital plan
Health Minister Simon Harris has asked the HSE to step back from any further work on the controversial downgrade plan for the hospital in...
Concerns for local families over USA immigration ‘crackdown’
The recent increase of deportations of the undocumented Irish from USA is a worrying development for families in Laois, according to a local TD.
Fianna...
Renua outlines concerns over farm repossessions
Renua Ireland has warned there will be a rural revolt if vulture funds attempt to profiteer from the misfortunes of farmers.
“Claims that Vulture Funds...
Road safety fears around former Montague Hotel
Serious concerns have been raised about road safety outside the Direct Provision Centre at the Montague Hotel by a local councillor.
Cllr Tom Mulhall said...
Gillian Treacy appointed to board of Road Safety Authority
Laois woman Gillian Treacy whose four-year-old son was killed in a crash with a drunk-driver has been appointed to the board of the Road...
Funding of €195,500 announced for Laois rural trails and cycle-ways
Funding of €195,500 has been announced for rural trails and cycle-ways projects in Laois, in addition to the earlier allocation of €1 million for...
Breaking: Slieve Bloom’s Carey coup cancelled
The major coup by the Slieve Bloom GAA club to recruit two Limerick hurling legends as part of their management team will now not...
Walker rescued from Slieve Bloom mountains by Laois Civil Defence
A woman was rescued by emergency services yesterday after she became trapped in the Slieve Bloom mountains on one of the coldest evenings of...
Network Ireland Laois Branch finishes busy year in style
As 2017 drew to a close, Network Ireland Laois Branch held a final get together to reflect on the achievements of the year at...
Family of Mountmellick woman missing for 24 years still seek news
A Mountmellick man has vowed that he will never give up searching for his sister who disappeared from Waterford 24 years ago, this week.
Imelda...
All set for the Great Heath Run
The countdown is on to the Great Heath Run - a 5 and 10k event open to all the family.
The run is a well-established...
Bishop-elect Farrell admits he was shocked by appointment
The lack of priests is a “huge challenge” which will have to be faced by the faith community and in the Diocese of Ossory...
Hundreds expected for blessing of the babies ceremony
Over 300 babies born in Portlaoise parish over the past year are expected to attend the annual blessing of the babies ceremony along with...
Rural Laois faces five year wait for broadband
A five year wait until 2023 for rural broadband connection in Laois has been labelled as“disgraceful” by Deputy Sean Fleming.
He said he has received...
Have your say on Laois social and cultural strategies
Laois Public Participation Network will hold a public open meeting on Wednesday, January 17 in the Killeshin Hotel, Portlaoise to discuss a number of...
Shake off Christmas excess at Timahoe New Year’s Day walk
If you are looking for a way to blow off cobwebs after the the Christmas excess then why not join in the charity walk...
Minister Flanagan hits back at Cllr Leahy over ‘unfair’ funding claims
Minister Charlie Flanagan has hit back at claims by Cllr John Leahy that Laois was overlooked for funding through the Inland Fisheries Fund.
It has...
Prison statistics should not be ‘lumped in’ for Laois
Statistics on crime at the midlands prison in Portlaoise could adversely affect the ability of Laois to attract investment into the county, the December...
Camross Folk Choir’s Christmas CD is a big hit
‘A Camross Christmas’, a festive recording by Camross Folk Choir could be the ideal stocking filler you are looking for.
Priced at just €10, it...
Decision by Minister Harris on engagement welcomed by hospital action committee
The decision by Simon Harris to order the HSE to engage in a consultation process on the future of Portlaoise hospital has been welcomed...
Closing date looms for roundabout sponsorship
Just over 24 hours remain for anyone interested in sponsoring one of three landscaped roundabouts in Laois.
Recently, Laois County Council sought expressions of interest...
Garda advice on staying safe on a Christmas night out
With the festive season in full swing, gardaí have given helpful tips on how to stay say safe while out socialising.
Laois Crime Prevention Officer...