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
Emergency services attend ‘serious crash’ at Clonkeen
Emergency services were at the scene of a serious crash between Mountrath and Portlaoise late last night (Thursday).
The incident occurred on the R445 Portlaoise...
Laois launches campaign to tackle chewing gum litter
A campaign has been launched in Laois to get people to dispose of gum responsibly and not dump it on the ground.
The 2017 Gum...
Roundabouts sought for ‘neglected’ Mountmellick Road
Three new roundabouts were sought for the Mountmellick Road but instead funding for traffic lights was suggested, causing consternation for local public representatives.
Earlier today,...
Local councillor solves mystery of Harry Clarke window missing from Portlaoise
A local councillor has helped solve the mystery of the whereabouts of a ‘priceless’ Harry Clarke stained-glass window missing from Portlaoise prison.
Cllr Noel Tuohy...
Portlaoise rent hikes soar as 60 are left homeless this month
A single mother with two children in Portlaoise is facing a rent hike from €550 to €900 in August which she will no longer...
Apartment block in Portarlington sells for €1.5 million
A block of 38 apartments in Portarlington has been snapped up for €1.5m.
The collection of apartments at Corrig Glen on Station Road, reached its...
Laois businessmen have pride of place for visit of Prince Charles
Laois men were to the fore when Prince Charles visited Glasnevin Cemetery to unveil Victoria Cross paving stones and view the Cross of Remembrance...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a ainm.
John Challoner
Graigue, Mountmellick, Laois / Moylough, Galway
The death has occurred of John...
Young Laois kickboxer aims for glory after double All-Ireland
A Laois girl was a double All-Ireland winner at the recent All-Ireland Kick Boxing Championships and is now preparing to represent Ireland at the...
Pipe bombs planned for royal visit found near Stradbally
Two viable explosive devices were found in a field near Stradbally which were intended to be used in an attack on Prince Charles and...
BARE in the Woods crowned Best Festival in Ireland
Laois festival BARE in the Woods was crowned Best Festival in Ireland at the Irish Hospitality Awards 2017 in the Crowne Plaza last night...
Zach Tuohy backs campaign to legalise medicinal cannabis
Australian Rules footballer Zach Tuohy whose father Noel has Parkinson’s, has backed the campaign to legalise medicinal cannabis.
“I can’t understand how anybody would be...
Emo Court picnic protestors locked in
Around 40 people who took part in a peaceful ‘picnic protest’ at Emo Court to extend summer opening hours were locked inside the grounds...
Gardai seek information following death of woman in Kilkenny
The death of a woman in Freshford in Kilkenny has prompted gardaí to seek help from the public with their investigation.
Following the woman's death...
€1.3m Ballybrophy house and lands sold privately
Skeirke House in Ballybrophy, which had been on the market for €1.3 million, was withdrawn from auction yesterday and sold privately to a local...
Emo playschool to get new home
A new playschool is set to open its doors for over 20 young children at the old school in Emo in September, with building...
Laois children face two-year wait for operations
Children in Laois have been told that they could face a wait of over 100 weeks to have their tonsils removed, it has emerged.
Sinn...
Abbeyleix seek volunteers as town bids for Entente Florale success
The final plans are being put in place for the Entente Florale international competition by Abbeyleix with the route for judging confirmed on Thursday.
Abbeyleix...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, May 12, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a ainm.
Fr. Patrick John (PJ) Cunningham O.Carm.
Mountmellick, Laois / Ballinteer, Dublin
Cunningham O. Carm....
Laois contestants sought for Ireland’s Fittest Family
The producers behind the RTE series Ireland’s Fittest Family are hoping that participants from Laois will take part this year and go one further...
Deaths in Laois, Thursday, May 11, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a ainm.
Archbishop Thomas A. White
St Kieran's College, Kilkenny City, Kilkenny/Durrow, Laois
White, Archbishop Thomas A....
Morrissey’s Pub bask in All-Ireland glory
While the owner of the Morrissey’s Pub in Abbeyleix knew they were capable of winning an All-Ireland title he admitted that he was more...
Killenard estate left without water over weekend
Residents of an estate in Killenard were left without a water supply to their houses over the hottest weekend of the year so far.
Twenty...
TY project urges people to shop local in Portarlington
Transition Year students of Portarlington have launched an initiative to try and encourage the residents of Portarlington to “shop local”.
The students - Caoimhghin Murphy,...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a ainm.
Archbishop Thomas A. White
St Kieran's College, Kilkenny City, Kilkenny/Durrow, Laois
White, Archbishop Thomas A....
GAA club ‘overwhelmed’ as rivals donate gate receipts to suicide charity
The Park-Ratheniska GAA club has thanked their Clough-Ballacolla counterparts for the club’s donation to Pieta House in recognition of clubman Dinny Cahill, who tragically...
Man punched after phone theft in park
A man was punched and had his phone stolen in a public park in Portlaoise over the weekend.
Gardaí are appealing for information from anyone...
Permission granted for new Portarlington primary school
The green light has been granted for the building of a new three-storey primary school in Portarlington which could eventually cater for over 700...
Death occurs of Archbishop Thomas White
The death has taken place of Durrow native Archbishop Thomas White, aged 85, who enjoyed a varied career in the Vatican diplomatic corps which...
Drop-in drug treatment centre in Portlaoise
Merchants Quay - which offers a range of homeless and drugs services across Ireland - has won a tender to provide drug treatment services...