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
Almost 200 elderly people left without home help in Laois in 2017
Close to 200 elderly people in Laois were waiting for home help last year despite being approved for care, a situation which Deputy Brian...
Portlaoise poised for ‘town district’ council status
A new Portlaoise ‘town district’ council could be created in a shake-up of local authority structures being considered by the government.
The Sunday Times reported...
In Pictures: ‘Be Dog Smart’ programme proves Magic at Portlaoise school
It was all about Magic at Portlaoise Educate Together N.S. last week for the ‘Be Dog Smart’ programme.
Paul Cleary and his elegant seven year...
Little Bog Theatre to host two sold out shows this week
The Little Bog Theatre will put on its maiden performances later this week, and they are already sold out.
The theatre, based in The Heath,...
Runners sought to raise funds for visually impaired in Laois
The women of Laois are being urged to get their feet on the street for this years’ Women’s Mini Marathon and raise funds for...
Innovative apprenticeship for electricians offered in Laois
Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board’s apprentices are currently participating in an innovative degree level apprenticeship designed to address the country’s engineering skills...
Families evacuated after house in Portlaoise estate set on fire
Action is being sought after a house was set on fire in broad daylight on Friday afternoon in O’Moore Place in Portlaoise, causing a...
New Family Resource Centre confirmed for Mountmellick
A new Family Resource Centre is to be established in Mountmellick, it has been confirmed.
Laois TD and Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan...
Townscape art exhibition on Laois houses to open
What has been described as one of the most significant exhibitions to emerge from the Midlands will be launched in Dunamaise Arts Centre, Portlaoise...
Auction of 3,000 items from The Shelbourne and Clery’s in Laois
An auction will take place in Killenard on Monday of items from a renowned hotel and nightclub in Dublin.
The auction was postponed due to...
Sadness at passing of cancer campaigner Mary Seale
Widespread sadness has greeted the death of popular Portlaoise woman, Mary Seale.
“Mary was a woman of strength, determination and resilience. May she rest in...
Bike parking system makes off with Laois Enterprise award
A secure bike parking system ensured that the company behind it was ahead of the field at the Laois Enterprise of the Year at...
Banks being cleared out of sterling ahead of Laois exodus
Financial institutions in Portlaoise are running short of sterling notes, such is the demand from the 1,500 or so Laois football fans heading to...
Storm Emma can’t halt Mountrath St Patrick’s Day plans
Storm Emma and the Beast from the East couldn’t stop the Mountrath Parade organisers, who have doubled their efforts in preparation for this years...
Laois Tourism Academy proposed as tourism focal point
A Tourism Academy will address the absence of a strong tourism network in Laois, according to the Laois Tourism Strategic Plan.
“The development of a...
Sadness in Portlaoise and Ballyroan with the passing of the popular Linda Conroy
There was widespread shock at the death of Linda Conroy (nee Lanham), Ballyroan and formerly Marian Avenue, Portlaoise this week following a short illness.
Linda...
The 4 of Us set to rock the Dunamaise
Music fans have been invited to book the babysitter and put on their dancing shoes by The 4 of Us frontman Brendan Murphy for...
Claire Byrne is new ambassador for organ donor awareness
Claire Byrne will take up the voluntary role of ambassador for 2018 organ donor awareness, the Irish Kidney Association has announced.
The journalist and national...
IDA’s ‘bland’ statement on Laois criticised
A press release issued by the IDA stressing its commitment to Laois was described a “bland ould statement” by Cllr Jerry Lodge.
Cllr Lodge had...
The snow was wonderful – but was 1982 snowfall better?
As a veteran of previous snowfalls, our man David Power takes a look at previous snowstorms and makes the case that the snowfall in...
Breaking: Man arrested following shop robbery
Gardaí have arrested a suspect in connection to a shop burglary which took place in Abbeyleix during Storm Emma.
A garda spokesperson confirmed that following...
UPDATED: Suspected death from hypothermia
A man is believed to have died during the cold weather over the past few days.
It is suspected the man from Carlow may have...
Orange status weather warning as some minor roads remain blocked
An orange status weather warning remains in place for county Laois as council staff continue to battle the elements.
“All Laois County Council outdoors crews...
Emergency staff to be pampered for free around Laois this week
The Herculean efforts by emergency staff who worked to ensure the safety of the public will be rewarded by local businesses who are offering...
Council to subsidise house flood defences in Mountmellick
Temporary flood defences for homes in Mountmellick and surrounding areas are to be subsidised by Laois County Council.
Director of services Kieran Kehoe told the...
‘Unforeseen problem’ scuppers early allocation of Portlaoise houses
An unforeseen problem will hold up tenants getting keys for Conniberry Way houses in Portlaoise.
The situation was confirmed by Laois County Council chief executive...
Warning of further snow in Laois
Further snow is on the way in Laois, Met Eireann has confirmed
It has issued an orange weather warning for Laois, Carlow, Kilkenny, Laois, Longford,...
Stranded Laois motorists are blocking emergency services
Motorists becoming trapped on roads in Laois are blocking roads and tying up the valuable resources of Laois Fire and Rescue.
"Our crews have spent...
Schools in Laois may not be able to reopen on Monday
All schools in Laois may not be able to reopen on Monday due to ongoing severe weather.
Predictions of further snow, ice and low temperatures...
All you need to know today about the current weather situation
With a RED status weather warning remaining in place for county Laois , here's an update of all you need to know as people...