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
WATCH: Dramatic footage as River Clodiagh bursts through damaged wall in Clonaslee
The River Clodiagh has burst through a damaged wall in Clonaslee and is now threatening to flood nearby houses.
A local man posted the video...
Montague Direct Provision resident graduates with BA
A woman who has lived in Montague Direct Provision for the past 8 years has graduated with BA honours degree from Carlow.
Pako Mokoba also...
Mountmellick Mill ideal for new housing – Cllr Bracken
The old mill in Mountmellick would be ideal to develop for housing, according to Cllr Paddy Bracken,
He made the suggestion at the recent Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick...
Copper Face Jacks’ profits continue to soar
Profits at Copper Face Jacks, the renowned Dublin nightclub owned by a Laois man has seen its profits soar.
Accumulated profits at the firm swelled...
Fr Paddy’s ‘All Will Be Well’ set to be a bestseller
A new book by popular Portlaoise curate Fr Paddy Byrne is set to be a best-seller with keen interest in his first book.
It is...
Caution urged after Mountmellick road crash
Gardaí have advised caution for motorists using a back road in Mountmellick following a single vehicle crash on a back road there.
The single vehicle...
Laois Abroad: A Portarlington man embracing opportunities in Australia
Barry Smith took off on a solo adventure to Australia in 2014, and has been enjoying his Antipodean adventure ever since.
He has returned home...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, November 18, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Canice Carroll
Garryduff, Clough, Ballacolla, Laois
Carroll, Garryduff, Clough, Ballacolla, Co. Laois. November 17th...
SF report says JobPath scheme destroys confidence
A Sinn Féin report into the JobPath job activation scheme has found that Laois participants have had their confidence destroyed, with TD Brian Stanley...
Complex explosive device made safe by Army Bomb Disposal team
A complex explosive device has been made safe close to the Laois/Carlow border.
The device was discovered just a number of miles from Killeshin, close...
Bankz apprentice chosen for prestigious ‘Star Team Ireland’
An apprentice at Bankz Hair Salon in Portlaoise has beaten off competition from across Ireland as one of four young hairdressers to be chosen...
Nowhere to bury the dead in Clonaslee
There are fears that family members won’t be able to bury their loved ones in the cemetery in Clonaslee.
“Plots are not being allocated,” Cllr...
Numbers swell for Portarlington charity race on Sunday
A total of 1,300 people are set to take part in a charity race, the Gingerbread Run in Portarlington on Sunday.
Each year the event...
TD urges opposition at all costs to hospital downgrade
The proposed closure of accident and emergency services in Portlaoise will undoubtedly put lives at risk, according to Deputy Fiona O’Loughlin.
Following media reports of...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, November 15, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Joseph (Joe) Brophy
Harristown, Rathdowney, Laois / Terenure, Dublin
Brophy, formerly of Harristown, Rathdowney,...
Drivers rammed gates to rally in field
Gates were rammed in a field behind Knockmay where drivers then rallied around the field, according to a local councillor.
Cllr Caroline Dwane Stanley described...
Rural lighting needed for people in fear of crime
Public lighting has become a major issue due to the surge in rural crime, with a new policy required to provide one-off lights according...
Laois is ‘well ahead of the game’ for investment – Minister English
Laois is well ahead of the game when it comes to preparation for funding and development as the National Planning Framework is finalised, according...
Portlaoise hospital is a ‘national asset’ – government minister
The hospital in Portlaoise is a ‘national asset’ Minister Damien English said on his visit to Portlaoise, adding that the Minister for Health will...
Fears Portlaoise public may have to use a portaloo
The public toilets are to remain closed in Portlaoise due to safety issues and concerns over activities which were taking place there, it has...
Moment in time: Schoolboy Robert Sheehan wins his first movie role
Portlaoise actor Robert Sheehan is steadily becoming a renowned actor, starring in a number of blockbusters and it can all be traced back to...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, November 11, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
John McStay
Mountain View, Portlaoise, Laois
Predeceased by his daughter Anne Marie. Beloved husband...
St Joseph’s elect a Lord Mayor with a wink and a vote
Local Ballyadams man Jimmy Delaney has been crowned Lord Mayor of St Joseph’s GAA Club after a memorable campaign which climaxed with his election...
Niamh flies the Laois flag in Queen of the Land
Niamh Ryan will fly the flag for Laois at the 53rd WR Shaw Queen of the Land Festival at the weekend.
The native of the...
Peggy Mortimor – a stalwart in sports and Camross community
The passing of Peggy Mortimer (nee Carroll) robbed Camross of a great community servant and sportsperson.
She had battled cancer over the last few years...
Borris-in-Ossory land sells for close to €1million
Land close to Borris-in-Ossory is believed to have sold for in the region of €1 million.
The 95 acres of land at Ballaghmore was withdrawn...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, November 9, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Fintan Parkinson
Cromogue, Mountrath, Laois
Fintan Parkinson, Kent, England, and late of Cromogue, Mountrath,...
Ambitious plans to be outlined at Castletown Community Centre AGM
The Castletlown Community Centre committee will outline its ambitious refurbishment plans at its AGM tonight.
The AGM takes place at 8 pm in the community...
Georgian house previously sold in €1.64 deal back on the market
Ashmount House, a Georgian property in Cloneygowan just across the Laois border, which sold in a €1.64 million deal recently has been put back...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, November 08, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Laurence Mooney
Sue Ryder Home, Portlaoise, Laois / Dublin
Laurence Mooney. Sue Ryder Home,...