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
Crowds set to flock to Rock Inn Vintage Rally
All roads lead to the Rock Inn Vintage Rally this weekend, an event which has become an popular fixture over the May bank holiday...
Laois violinist wins Lyric FM bursary at Feis Ceoil
Talented violinist Senan Moran from Dysart, Stradbally was the winner of the RTE Lyric FM Instrumental bursary at the 2017 Sligo Feis Ceoil.
The young...
Bord na Móna’s plans for Laois bogs sought
Information is being sought from Bord na Móna management on the company's future plans for its 3,000 acre land bank and Laois bogs, in...
€9,000 in prizes for Tidy Towns pollinators projects
Tidy Towns groups in Laois are being urged to enter a special award in the National Tidy Towns competition which promotes the protection of...
Laois doctors upbeat after ministerial meeting on Portlaoise hospital
A member of the delegation of Laois consultants and GPs said they were upbeat following a "productive meeting" on the future of Portlaoise hospital...
GPs to ‘plead the case’ for Portlaoise hospital with Minister this evening
Local GPs are to “plead the case” on behalf of the Portlaoise hospital, when they meet Minister for Health Simon Harris this evening.
The delegation...
Laois GPs to meet Health Minister on future of Portlaoise hospital
A crucial meeting between local GPs and Minister Simon Harris is due to take place tomorrow (Wednesday) to discuss the future of Portlaoise hospital.
The...
Meters reduced water usage in Laois
Data from Irish Water shows that water usage in Laois dropped significantly when billing was introduced.
Average water use in Laois fell by more than...
Councillors voice opposition to staff reductions at Laois train stations
Representatives of Irish Rail heard opposition to any moves to reduce staff at the train stations in Laois, particularly Portlaoise.
At the monthly meeting of...
Award-winning writer to attend Laois Writers Group workshop
An award-winner writer of poetry and prose will be the special guest at the Laois Writers Group's next poetry and creative writing workshop.
The Laois...
Portlaoise Library to be open by 2019
Part of the new county library in Portlaoise should be open by 2019, with the proposed plans due to be published to allow for...
A by-pass of Mountmellick could be on the cards
A by-pass of Mountmellick could move a step closer after funding of €100,000 was announced at Laois County Council today.
Laois County Council chief executive...
Bord na Móna to develop data centres at Portlaoise site
Bord na Móna is looking at the possible development of their Data Centres on their lands at Cúl na Móna outside Portlaoise increasing employment...
Laois triathletes secure podium finishes
A number of triathletes from Laois secured podium finishes at a competitive Limerick triathlon event over the weekend.
Trilogy had a successful morning racing in...
It’s Saturday – so here are the week’s top stories
It was another busy week in LaoisToday and once again we have really enjoyed bringing you all the important news stories.
From serious news, to...
Portarlington girl remains in hospital following crash outside her home
A young Portarlington girl remains in hospital following a crash close to her home on the Edenderry Road, in which she suffered injuries including...
Man released from custody following serious Portarlington crash
A man has been released without charge following his arrest and detention in Portlaoise Garda Station in the aftermath of last night's serious road...
‘Supervet’ Noel Fitzpatrick on Late Late Show tonight
Ballyfin’s ‘Supervet’ Noel Fitzpatrick, renowned for his veterinary practice on Channel 4's hit show, will be a guest on the Late Late Show tonight.
Noel...
‘Portlaoise will become a city, whether we like it or not’ – planner
Portlaoise is growing at such a rate it will become a city and overtake Kilkenny, according to a town planner.
The public consultation period for...
Trucks collide after swerving to avoid man lying on motorway
Two trucks collided on the M7 motorway last night after they swerved to avoid a man lying in the middle of the road.
The man,...
Old Portlaoise school may become a health centre
A 119-year-old Maryborough National School in Portlaoise could get a new lease of life as a health centre.
The school is opposite the Catholic church...
Council offers to buy land for new Portlaoise courthouse
Laois County Council is willing to buy land to allow the relocation of the Portlaoise courthouse from the town centre, if they are later...
Removal of Portlaoise petrol pumps could cost €20,000
It could cost €20,000 to remove four disused petrol pumps from Market Square in Portlaoise.
A motion before today’s Portlaoise Municipal Authority meeting from Cllr...
In pictures: Hundreds turn out for Timahoe charity run
The Timahoe Ladies held a hugely succesful fun run on Easter Monday to raise funds for two worthy charities.
Around 300 people participated in the...
Solar company lodges appeal on two Laois solar farms
A solar company granted permission by Laois County Council to construct two solar farms has lodged appeals with An Bord Pleanala against some of...
Armed robbery and false imprisonment at service station
Gardaí in Athy are investigating a robbery and false imprisonment incident carried out by armed raiders who forced a staff member to leave with...
Lack of clear plan is compromising Portlaoise hospital – HSE manager
The failure to publish a clear plan on the future of the Portlaoise hospital is compromising it and making it difficult to recruit staff,...
General election called for at Camross commemoration
A local Sinn Féin TD has called for a General Election at an Easter Sunday commemoration for a Laois man killed during the Civil...
Former Mountjoy governor to speak in Mountrath
John Lonergan, the former Governor of Mountjoy Prison, will give a talk in Mountrath next week.
He will address parents in Mountrath Community School on...
Minister Flanagan receives the Laois Association Dublin Achievement Award
Minister Charlie Flanagan has become only the second person ever to receive the Laois Association Dublin Achievement Award.
He was the guest speaker recently at...