LaoisToday Reporter
20 sure ways to cause a family row this Christmas
This piece was originally published in December 2019, before any of us had ever heard of Coronavirus, restrictions and limiting your contacts.
This year may...
2021 Remembered – Laois Gardai called to break up ‘game of soccer’
Back in January, Gardai were forced to break up a game of soccer involving a group of youths during the height of Covid-19.
Gardai in...
2021 Remembered – ‘You can expect to meet him down the local’ – Billionaire...
In June, one half of the billionaire Collison brothers, John Collison, purchased a large estate in Abbeyleix.
The new owner of a €20 million Laois...
Introducing the 2021 LaoisToday Intermediate Camogie Team of the Year
The Laois camogie championship came to a conclusion back in November as Camross defeated St Brigid’s to claim glory.
It was the third successive year...
LaoisToday Podcast: Rory’s Stories on his Laois links, his own struggles and making a...
This interview with Rory O'Connor, AKA Rory's Stories, was originally broadcast on March 5.
In this week’s LaoisToday Podcast, presenter Brian Moss chats to Rory...
2021 Remembered – Laois Hurling Memory: Kilkenny let off the hook in 1998
Back in July, we looked back at Laois' narrow defeat to Kilkenny in the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship semi-final.
Kilkenny 3-11 Laois 1-14
1998 Leinster SHC...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, December 24, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Deevy
Cashel, Ballyroan, Laois
DEEVY, Michael, Cashel, Portlaoise, 23rd December 2021, in the loving care of...
2021 Remembered – Laois Abroad: From The Heath to the Cayman Islands – life...
Back in March we interviewed Heath native Colin Nestor about his adventures in the Caribbean.
The first instalment of our Laois Abroad series for 2021...
Down Memory Lane Podcast: Portlaoise’s incredible FAI Cup run in 1991
This Down Memory Lane Podcast was published in March of 2021 to mark the 30th anniversary of Portlaoise reaching the 1991 FAI Cup quarter-final.
This...
2021 Remembered – Investigation launched after man impersonating Garda tries to enter house
Back in January this very serious and disturbing incident occurred.
Laois Gardai have launched an investigation after a man tried to gain entry to a...
2021 Remebered – Up and Coming: Portlaoise girl Leanne Donovan on her exciting venture...
Back in May we began our Up and Coming series with Portlaoise native Leanne Donovan who created 'The Irish Graduate.'
The pandemic has brought out...
2021 Remembered – Glory for Laois student as first ever virtual BT Young Scientist...
Back in January, the first virtual BT Young Scientist Exhibition took place due to Covid-19 which saw Heywood CS student, Evan Hogg, win second...
2021 Remembered – Birthday Joy: Three life-long Laois neighbours celebrate turning 90
Back January we celebrated three neighbours from The Swan who had all turned 90 years old.
Three life-long neighbours in a Laois village have been...
Introducing the 2021 LaoisToday Senior Hurling Team of the Year
The 2021 installment of the Laois hurling championship was another absolute cracker that produced a brilliant finish.
Clough-Ballacolla became just the second team in the...
LaoisToday Podcast: Colm Parkinson on his Laois days, his media career and THAT interview
This interview with Colm Parkinson was initially broadcast on March 26 on the LaoisToday Podcast.
On this week’s episode of the LaoisToday Podcast presenter Brian...
Carlow College launches Evening Courses for January 2022
Carlow College, St Patrick’s has launched its programme of Evening Courses starting in January 2022 – catering to a diverse range of interests.
Whether...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, December 23, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Zdzaslaw Gronowski
Bianconi Way, Portlaoise, Laois
Zdzaslaw Marian Gronowski. Bianconi Way, Ridge Rd., Portlaoise. December 20th 2021...
JOB VACANCIES: Coolrain Sawmills currently seeking to fill a number of roles
Coolrain Sawmills Ltd. is a progressive Irish owned company that since it’s foundation in 1983, has become one of Ireland’s top producers and suppliers...
Telfords Christmas Opening Hours – with 70% now off all Christmas stock
Telfords Christmas Opening Hours are as follows:
Friday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) - Open 9am-3pm (Electric, 9.30am to 3pm)
Saturday, December 25 (Christmas Day)...
Introducing the 2021 LaoisToday Senior Football Team of the Year
Portarlington lead the way on the LaoisToday 2021 senior club football team of the year 11 representatives.
Their back-to-back success, where they romped to glory...
Laois primary school’s annual fundraising Tractor Run cancelled ‘due to rising Covid numbers’
The Annual Tractor Run held by Clonenagh National School has been cancelled for a second successive year.
The event was due to take place in...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Dinah Dunne (née Keenan)
Pattison Estate, Mountmellick, Laois
Dinah Dunne (nee Keenan) Pattison Estate Mountmellick died unexpectedly...
Christmas well wishes from Cathal Berry, TD
I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a happy, safe and peaceful Christmas and a healthy New Year.
In...
In Pictures: Christmas spirit in Laois secondary school with annual door competition
Once again, the festive cheer rolled out in Mountrath Community School as the annual Christmas doors competition took place last week.
The organising teacher Orla...
Laois community hopeful new CCTV scheme will be launched in early 2022
A fine attendance assembled in Newtown Mill recently for the AGM of the Woodenbridge Community Alert.
The gathering were given an update on the Community...
Local group selling community calendars in aid of SOSAD charity
A new Laois branch for the SOSAD Charity was set up in 2021 and a local business are currently selling calendars to raise funds.
Gló...
In Pictures: All smiles in Laois school as they raise sixth Green Flag
At a school assembly last week, the pupils and staff of Clough National School celebrated the awarding of their sixth Green Flag for Global...
U-19 ‘A’ Regional basketball glory for courageous Clonaslee College
Martina Lydon, Tara Staunton and Noreen Sweeny’s superb Clonaslee College squad were crowned U-19 ‘A’ champions recently in the National Basketball Arena, Tallaght.
This is...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Des Browne
Mountrath Rd, Portlaoise, Laois
Browne, Mountrath Rd., Portlaosie and late of Main St., December 19th...
JOB VACANCY: Ladybelle Boutique seeking to hire Digital Marketing and Online Enthusiast
Boutique Ladybelle in Abbeyleix are seeking to hire a Digital Marketing and Online Enthusiast.
If you have experience in retail sales, a social media whizz and...