Division by division: All the fixtures in this year’s Laois club football leagues
Laois GAA have released the club football league fixtures for the coming season – which will get underway on Sunday March 9 with the...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Hurlers finally to start this weekend, Barry is back and Ryan...
The Laois senior hurlers were supposed to be in action last week but the game against Westmeath was postponed due to a frozen pitch.
They...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, January 30, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Giovanni (Nino) Ciamberlano
1 Glenregan, Portlaoise, Laois
The death has occurred of Giovanni (Nino) Ciamberlano, 1 Glenregan,...
Applications now open at Portlaoise Institute
For September 2025, students of Portlaoise Institute will have 33 full-time and 28 part-time courses available to them.
Prospective students can submit their applications...
Fleming loses out as government announce new junior minister positions
Sean Fleming has lost out as Taoiseach Micheal Martin announced the junior ministerial positions today.
The Laois TD was the outgoing Minister of State at...
Laois footballers and hurlers learn their fate as GAA refixes postponed matches
The Laois senior footballers and hurlers have discovered when their postponed National League Round 1 fixtures have been refixed for.
The Laois footballers were due...
Sadness and tributes paid following the passing of the owner of Nino’s chipper
There is sadness in Laois today following the passing of Nino Ciamberlano - the owner of Nino's Fish & Chips on Main Street in...
Laois ‘missing a trick’ by not doing more to promote Rock of Dunamase as...
Laois, as a county, is "missing a trick" by not doing more to promote the Rock of Dunamase as a major tourist destination.
That is...
Proposals laid out which could see changes made to National Electoral Register
Proposals have been laid out this week by Laois County Council which could see changes made to the National Electoral Register.
The first proposal would...
Laois Football Podcast: Weather delays, first look at new rules and GAA promotion
After a dramatic false start last weekend, it is hoped that we will see action on the field for Laois GAA teams this time...
1st Year Football: Goals crucial as Knockbeg College defeat Naas CBS to reach semi...
Knockbeg College 7-6 Naas CBS 1-11
First Year Leinster ‘A’ Football Championship Quarter Final
Knockbeg College advanced to the semi final of the First Year Leinster...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Patrick (Paddy) Clarke
Tierhogar, Killenard, Portarlington, Laois/Kilrush, Clare
Formerly of ESB Moneypoint, Kilrush County Clare. Peacefully under...
Laois County Councillors fume over new plans to reduce speed limits
New speed limit restrictions are set to be rolled out across Laois from Friday, February 7.
The Department of Transport have decided that default speed...
Portlaoise College Transition Year students set to bring “Grease” to life
Portlaoise College's Transition Year students are ready to take the stage with their highly anticipated production of Grease.
The performances will take place at the...
Laois man embarks on epic 32-county journey to raise funds for local sports club
A Laois man is set to take on an incredible challenge as he prepares to visit all 32 counties in an effort to raise...
Laois business owner’s clever invention goes viral on TikTok with two million views
Dale Kavanagh is the latest Laois native to go viral on TikTok after a video he posted gained over two million views.
Dale is the...
Martina Mulhall: Leaving Cert subject choice during a busy time at school
Late January and early February is a very busy time for schools.
Leaving Cert students are applying for the CAO and UCAS as well as...
Brutal conditions but ferocious competition at Laois Novice Road Championships
While Storm Éowyn battered the county on Friday, weather conditions had not improved much by Sunday when the Laois Novice Road Championships took place...
Rugby: Victory for Portlaoise RFC U-16 girls following tough Tullamore test
Portlaoise 39 Tullamore 33
U-16 Girls Rugby Premier League Round 4
Portlaoise U-16s girls rugby team welcomed Tullamore for Round 4 of the Premier League on...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Brian McHugh
Johnstown Rd., Rathdowney, Laois
Brian McHugh, Johnstown Rd. Rathdowney, Co. Laois, January 27th. 2025, peacefully...
Boost your confidence and stay safe: Water Safety Ireland Laois classes now available
Water is a source of endless enjoyment — whether you’re swimming, kayaking, or just taking a dip on a sunny day. But with all...
Water supply ‘returning to normal’ in Laois following Storm Éowyn – Uisce Eireann
Uisce Éireann says that water supply in Laois is 'returning to normal' following the impact of Storm Éowyn.
The state body, known previously as Irish...
Laois to host event highlighting suicide prevention and bereavement support services
A free suicide bereavement support awareness event will take place on Thursday, January 30, from 7.30pm to 9pm at the Killeshin Hotel, Portlaoise.
The event...
Laois community gardening groups wanted for Bord Bia Bloom
Bord Bia is calling for local gardening groups and enthusiasts to participate at Bord Bia Bloom by designing and delivering their very own green...
Laois County Council open helpline for those who need support post Storm Éowyn
Laois County Council have opened a helpline for those who need support following the impact of Storm Éowyn.
According to powercheck.ie, there are premises still...
History made as Scoil Chriost Ri seal dramatic Leinster Cup rugby victory in debut...
History was made last week as Scoil Chriost Ri claimed victory in the Leinster Junior Rugby Cup competition in their first ever appearance.
In what...
Basketball: Portlaoise Panthers back on track in Women’s Super League after win over Fr...
Portlaoise Panthers 79 Fr Matthews 65
Women's Basketball Super League
Portlaoise Panthers picked up their first win in Women’s Super League since late November after they...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 27, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James Carroll
Hillside View, Clonaslee, Laois, R32 D2Y9/Roscrea, Tipperary
James Carroll, Hillside View, Clonaslee (R32 D2Y9) and...
Rugby: Portarlington advance in Leinster Towns Cup but Portlaoise are out after late flurry...
Midland Warriors 0 Portarlington 29
Leinster Towns Cup Round 1
Portarlington put in an incredible performance away to Midland Warriors this afternoon, running in four tries...
Soccer: Cup heartbreak for Clonaslee as most games fall victim to stormy conditions
Willow Park A 4 v Clonaslee Utd 3
Combined Counties Cup Round 2
Clonaslee United put in a brave performance away to Willow Park on Saturday...
