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
Portlaoise water main leak fixed but houses are still without water
A burst water main in Portlaoise left thousands of home without water earlier today.
The burst water main is now fixed but it may take...
Charlie Flanagan moves to Justice Department
Charlie Flanagan is to take over at Minister for Justice, it has been confirmed.
Minister Flanagan has been Foreign Affairs Minister since 2014. He was...
Speculation that Minister Flanagan could face cabinet reshuffle
There is mounting speculation that Minister Charlie Flanagan could be moved aside from the Foreign Affairs department, should Minister Simon Coveney want it.
Speaking to...
Varadkar as Taoiseach could be bad news for Portlaoise hospital – Stanley
The appointment of Leo Varadkar as Taoiseach could be bad news for the hospital in Portlaoise, according to one local TD.
Sinn Féin TD Brian...
Woman confronted in her home by men in balaclavas
A woman was confronted by four armed men in balaclavas when she returned to her home in Tankardstown, Ballylinan last week.
On driving into her...
Man with special needs assaulted at Portlaoise bus stop
A young adult with special needs received facial injuries in an unprovoked assault in Portlaoise recently.
Following the incident a man was remanded in custody,...
OPW land could be used for new Portlaoise courthouse
The OPW has between 10 and 20 acres of land which it could use to build the new Portlaoise courthouse on, rather than asking...
Anger as Eirgrid sub-station works begin before planning conditions are met
A local community in Laois have called for a massive sub-station development in their area to be scrapped after work started on the project without...
Witnesses still sought to assault of woman in Clonaslee
Witnesses are still being sought in relation to an assault of a woman in Clonaslee on the weekend before last.
The woman, who received facial...
Cannabis and cash seized in Portlaoise
Gardaí have seized cannabis valued at approximately €21,000 along with other drugs and cash at a house in Portlaoise.
On Wednesday, June 7, gardaí conducted...
Young Laois students show off their writing skills
Over 50 students recently took part in Young Writer Competition “Reflection” organised by Portlaoise Rotary Club.
“In this way we encourage talented young people to...
PaddyO’s cereals teams up with Barnardos
Cullahill-based PaddyO's has announced a new partnership with Barnardos which will help support their breakfast clubs.
The partnership, which involves the provision of food product...
Campaign on to increase girls soccer teams in Laois
The new secretary of the Midlands Schoolboy/Schoolgirls League (MSL) is aiming to encourage a number of Laois underage girls teams to take part in...
It’s Saturday – so here are the week’s top stories
It was another busy week, as ever, in LaoisToday and once again we have really enjoyed bringing you all the important news stories.
From serious...
Squash court change of use costs over €20,000
A change of use from a squash court to a commercial gym in Mountmellick will cost the applicant over €20,000 in development contributions.
Planning permission...
Two charities partner to bring therapy services to Laois children
Two local charities have joined forces to make positive impacts for children and adults with Down Syndrome in the Laois area.
Down Syndrome Ireland “Laois...
Local cafe reopens after flooding
The popular Rafters Cafe was flooded at the Laois Shopping Centre in Portlaoise earlier this week with power blown on the premises.
However, it was still...
Apartment blocks needed to bring people back to Portlaoise centre
If the population of people living in the centre of Portlaoise is to increase from 600, then apartment blocks will have to be built...
Jewellery and electrical goods stolen during break-ins
A spate of house burglaries across the county resulted in jewellery, laptops, horse riding equipment and televisions being stolen in the past week
Gardaí are...
Investigation into assault of Clonaslee woman
An investigation is continuing into the assault of a woman in Clonaslee which resulted in her being hospitalised with facial injuries.
At approximately 1.20am on...
AIB sale cash should be used to solve housing crisis – Stanley
Money from the sale of AIB should be used to help solve the housing crisis in Laois according to a local TD.
Sinn Féin TD...
A person needs to give up their job to get a house – Cllr...
A person on a low income would be better off on the dole when it comes to getting a house, according to Cllr Noel...
Former Ireland rugby captain signed up to spearhead Laois Tourism strategy
Keith Wood’s consulting company has been signed up to develop a new five year strategy for Laois Tourism.
Clare-based W2 Consulting have been appointed by...
Minister Flanagan urges people to apply on time for passports
As peak holiday season fast approaches, the Minister for Foreign Affairs & Trade, Charlie Flanagan has urged all prospective passport applicants to apply on...
Abandoned cars a ‘big problem’ in Laois
The issue of abandoned cars needs to be tackled in Laois, according to Cllr John King.
He had a motion before the monthly meeting of...
Laois Down Syndrome seeks council land for centre of excellence
Laois Down Syndrome is seeking four acres of land rent-free from Laois County Council and would gladly take a small section of the Togher...
Sadness at passing of popular businesswoman Wynne Brennan
There was widespread shock and sadness at the death of local businesswoman Wynne Brennan earlier this week.
Having been in business for over two decades...
It’s Saturday – so here are the week’s top stories
As ever, it was another busy week in LaoisToday and once again we have really enjoyed bringing you all the important news stories.
From serious...
Crime statistics for Portlaoise prisons could cost jobs
Crimes which occur in the prisons in Portlaoise are creating negative statistics for the county and could ultimately see Laois lose out on investment...
Laois athletics legend welcomes world boxing champion
A former female world boxing champion recently enjoyed a holiday in Portlaoise before visiting London to appear on a BBC show.
Known as "The Mighty...