LaoisToday Reporter
Mucky conditions no problem for Portlaoise Women as they claim win over Arklow
Portlaoise 24 Arklow 0
Leinster Women's Rugby League Division 3
Portlaoise Women travelled the long road to Arklow on Sunday for their Leinster Division 3 and...
‘Rural burglaries on the rise’ as Laois gardai appeal for information following two incidents
Gardai in Laois are appealing for information following two burglaries which occurred in the county recently.
Portlaoise Gardai are investigating two burglaries in Rathmore, Stradbally...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, February 14, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sherry Shiel
Ballaghmore, Stradbally, Laois
Sherry passed away peacefully in the company of her family and friends....
JOB VACANCY: Accounts assistant/Trainee accountant/Accountant Technician required for Portlaoise firm
Holohan MacNamara Chartered Certified Accountant and Registered Auditor based in Portlaoise are seeking to hire:
Accounts assistant/Trainee accountant/Accountant Technician
We provide accounts, tax and audit services...
Five-star Laois camogie minors see off Meath to reach All-Ireland semi final
Laois 5-14 Meath 2-7
All-Ireland ‘B’ Minor Camogie Championship Round 2
The Laois minor camogie team have sealed their place in the All-Ireland semi finals following...
First half collapse sees 14-man Laois suffer heavy Waterford defeat
Laois 0-19 Waterford 7-31
National Hurling League Division 1 Group B Round 2
An incredible collapse at the end of the first half saw the Laois...
Moment in Time: Some classic photos from Rosenallis NS in 2000
In the early years of the 2000s, the editorial team in the Laois Nationalist came up with the idea of sending photographer Alf Harvey around to...
Property Watch: So what is available to rent in Laois at the moment?
A Daft.ie report this week showed that the average rent in Laois in the final quarter of 2021 was €1,146, up 11.3% on the...
All the recent job vacancies as advertised on LaoisToday
There are a number of jobs in Laois being advertised on LaoisToday at the moment.
Below we have listed all of the roles advertised on...
Your guide to the game as Laois hurlers travel to Waterford for latest National...
The Laois hurlers are in action again this afternoon when they travel to Walsh Park in Waterford for Round 2 of the National Hurling...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, February 13, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Thomas (Tommy) Horan
Essex, England/Portarlington, Laois
Formerly of Bracklone Street, Portarlington, County Laois and Marian Hill, Portarlington,...
The Week that Was: Our most viewed stories of the past seven days
1 - Fundraiser launched for talented Laois teenager following cancer diagnosis
A fundraiser has been launched for a talented Laois teenager following news of his...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, February 12, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Ger Bowe
Moate, Ballinakill, Laois
Ger died, suddenly, at his residence. Predeceased by his sister. Deeply regretted...
Portlaoise College launches fundraiser: ‘Spin for the Outdoor Gym’
Portlaoise College in association with their parents council are delighted to launch "Spin for the Outdoor Gym" fundraiser to raise funds for a state...
A really good free programme of music is coming to Mountmellick on Sunday, February...
A free programme of music is set to come to Mountmellick on Sunday, February 20, at 3pm.
World renowned harper from Mountmellick – Triona Marshall...
Arrest made following discovery of drugs worth €250,000 in Laois
A 42-year-old man will appear in court today following the discovery of €250,000 worth of drugs in Laois this week.
On Wednesday of this week,...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, February 11, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Ger Bowe
Moate, Ballinakill, Laois
Ger died, suddenly, at his residence. Predeceased by his sister. Deeply regretted...
Heartbreak for Scoil Chriost Ri in All-Ireland U-16 basketball semi final
Scoil Chriost Ri 44 Regina Mundi (Cork) 48
All-Ireland U-16 'A' Schools Basketball semi final
There was heartbreak for Scoil Chriost Ri in the National Arena...
Coiley’s masterclass secures Leinster U-17 Premier Division win for Portlaoise RFC
Portlaoise 29 Bective Rangers 12
Leinster U-17 Rugby Premier Division
Aran Coiley was outstanding in this Premier League clash with Bective Rangers.
To top off a near...
Mountmellick Macra raise €14,096 for the Cuisle Centre
Members of the organising committee involved in Mountmellick Macra’s Light Up Truck and Tractor Run, which was held in late December, recently presented their...
WATCH: Portlaoise AFC win again to close the gap on promotion hopefuls
Portlaoise AFC 3 Ardmore Rovers 1
Leinster Senior League Division 1A
Three second-half goals helped Portlaoise AFC to their third win in a row in their...
SOLAS Eco Garden Centre – Farmers’ Market and Bicycle Repair Workshop
This weekend will see a great mix of activities at SOLAS from our farmers market, training courses and continuing upgrading to our facilities to...
WATCH: Lovely footage of the Last Beekeeper at Roundwood House and Paddy Fitzpatrick’s ballad...
This is just lovely.
When local author John Whelan penned his latest publication The Last Beekeeper last year, having live local events was easier said...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, February 10, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Ger Bowe
Moate, Ballinakill, Laois
Ger died, suddenly, at his residence. Predeceased by his sister. Deeply regretted...
JOB VACANCY: Patrick J McDonald & Sons Engineering Ltd seeking to hire General Operative
General Operative required for full time position based in Portlaoise.
Previous experience working on a workshop floor desirable but not essential.
Some fabrication/welding experience desirable. Attention...
Midlands hospitals issue plea to only attend emergency services if ‘absolutely essential’
The HSE have issued a plea to people to only present to the Emergency Departments in Portlaoise and Tullamore hospitals if 'absolutely essential'
"Midland Regional...
Average rent in Laois was €1,146 in final quarter of 2021, up 11.3% from...
There are currently only five residential properties to rent in Laois on Daft.ie, as a report by the website shows that the average rent...
Laois County Council invite applications in local towns for Streetscape Enhancement scheme funding
Applications are invited in Laois from within the following towns and villages for funding of streetscape and shopfront enhancement projects under the 2021/2022 Town...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Liam Devoy
Ballyruin, Ballyroan, Laois
Liam Devoy, Ballyruin, Ballyroan, Co. Laois. Died peacefully at home on the...
JOB VACANCY: Childminder required for two children in their own home in Portlaoise
Childminder required for two children (aged 3 and 5) in the children's home in Portlaoise.
Hours are 7.45am-9.15am and 11.45am-5pm, Monday to Friday.
Must have own...