Car sales rise slightly in Laois as seven-month national decline finally subsides
New car sales continued to plateaue in Laois during October, with the number almost stagnant from the same month in 2023 according to figures...
€124 million announced for Laois County Council’s Budget 2025
Laois County Council's Budget 2025 has been formally ratified this week, with close to €124 million to go around.
This is an increase of 9%...
50 more jobs for Laois as Kirby Group opens new €8 million facility in...
Kirby Group Engineering has officially opened its new off-site manufacturing (OSM) facility at Junction 17 National Enterprise Park in Portlaoise.
The €8m development is set...
New restaurant and takeaway set to replace former Mountmellick pub
A new restaurant and takeaway could be on its way to Laois at the location of a once popular town pub.
Weijing Pan and Jianyan...
Planning permission sought to redeveloped former Stonearch Factory in Abbeyleix
A planning application has been lodged with Laois County Council which would see the redevelopment of a former employment hub in the centre of...
Old Rectory in Emo looking to enhance its tourist accommodation
Tourist accommodation could be on it's way to an Emo landmark, after planning permission was sought for The Old Rectory at Coolbanagher.
The house, which...
Kathleen prepares to pack her bags after 33 years in business
After 33 years in business in Portlaoise, Kathleen Carroll of the Wool Shop in Bull Lane, is retiring.
Having started out in Laois Shopping Centre,...
All-Ireland success for Laois company at 2024 sustainability awards
There was a big win for Laois at the All-Ireland sustainability awards this past weekend, with Ballykilcavan Brewing Company picking up two honours.
Ballykilcavan were...
Laois man Colin Donnery recognised with top European recruitment award
Laois man Colin Donnery, Group CEO of FRS Co-Op, has received a top European recruitment honour after being named in the Staffing 100 Europe.
The...
New president and board members as Laois Chamber reflect on positive year
Laois Chamber Alliance held its Annual General Meeting last week where members gathered to review the organisation’s accomplishments over the past year and set...
Laois company scoops national and Leinster prize at top building and construction industry awards
Telfords Portlaoise was named the winner of the overall Octabuild Award for Excellence at the 2024 all-island Octabuild Builders Merchant Excellence Awards.
The company also...
Full list of properties sold in Laois during September as figures dramatically decline
There were just 62 residential properties sold in Laois during September according to the Property Price Register, 62% less than the 2023 figure of...
Ballinakill and Ballacolla seeking to become bastions for wellness in Laois
Two villages in Laois are seeking to become bastions for wellness in the county as the planning process gets underway.
Adam Brennan has applied to...
Stagnant car sales in Laois during September as national decline continues
New car sales plateaued in Laois during September, with the figure stagnant from the same month in 2023 according to figures released by the...
Potential for sport and agriculture partnerships with Laois sister city, Franklin, Tennessee
Franklin, Tennessee has been Laois's 'Sister City' since the twinning agreement was signed in March 2008.
The Agreement commits both parties to work together to...
Another milestone as Finline Furniture opens expansive Dublin flagship showroom
After a year-long renovation, the new 25,000 sq. ft. Finline Furniture showroom on Dublin’s Long Mile Road has opened, marking a significant milestone for...
Laois Partnership Company open day as part of Local Development Week
As part of Local Development Week, Laois Partnership Company is holding an open day in Portlaoise to promote the many services available across Laois.
It is...
Full list of properties sold in Laois during August as property market continues to...
There were 103 residential properties sold in Laois during August according to the Property Price Register, one house more than the 2023 figure.
Following a...
New car sales down almost 10% in Laois as Government urged to show support...
The number of new car sales in Laois fell in August, down almost 10% compared to the same month in 2023, according to figures...
Laois Archery reaching out to local businesses ahead of highly anticipated Bowhunter Championships
Laois Archery is offering local businesses a chance to be part of an international competition, being held in Portlaoise later this September.
The Irish Field...
Former Rathdowney ‘Outlet Shopping Centre’ put up for sale for €7.2 million
Brand Central, the old Rathdowney Outlet Shopping Centre, has gone on the market with an asking price of €7.2 million.
The property on the Johnstown...
New car sales in Laois up 6.5% in July, but national figures fall for...
The number of new car sales in Laois saw a slight increase in July, rising by 6.5% compared to the same month in 2023,...
95% of people report increase in motor insurance premiums despite making no claims
A recent motor insurance survey shows that 95% of people have seen their premiums increase in the past 12 months, while 98% said they...
Applegreen transforms its Midway Service Area in Portlaoise with €3 million upgrade
Applegreen, one of Ireland’s leading roadside hospitality retailers, has reopened its Midway service area in Portlaoise, which is located at exit 17 on the...
New support hub launched for small and medium businesses
A new National Enterprise Hub has been launched by the Minister for Enterprise Trade and Employment Peter Burke TD, something which aims to make...
Ballyfin named Number 1 Resort Hotel in Ireland and UK at Travel and Leisure...
Laois's five-star historic country house hotel, Ballyfin Demesne, has been named the Number 1 Resort Hotel in Ireland and the UK at the 2024...
REVEALED: Most popular new cars sold in Laois during first half of 2024
New car sales figures are up slightly - both nationally and here in Laois; but how are the trends looking after the first half...
Sharp decline in new car sales in June, down 50% nationally and down 64%...
The number of new car sales in Laois saw another sharp decline in June, dropping by 64% compared to the same month in 2023,...
Renewable Energy company planning to connect solar farm to Coolnabacky substation
East Laois Solar Farm Ltd have applied to Laois County Council for planning permission to expand their operations in the Stradbally area.
Included in the...
Lidl hoping to open third location in Laois with new supermarket proposed
Lidl Ireland have made an application to Laois County Council seeking planning permission to construct a third supermarket in the county.
The application is for...
