Storm Darragh: Laois County Council release advice as weather event set to hit tonight
Laois County Council's Severe Weather Assessment Team have released a statement ahead of the arrival of Storm Darragh.
Laois has been battered by rain so...
Laois woman wins An Taisce Climate Ambassador Award
A Laois woman has won a Climate Ambassador Award at An Taisce’s annual awards bringing together citizens who are passionate about protecting the planet...
Building expected to begin ‘before Christmas’ on new special needs classrooms at Laois primary...
A Laois primary school has received approval to proceed with construction works of two new special educational needs classrooms.
Our Lady’s Meadow National School, Durrow,...
Full details of new wind farm and substation between Mountmellick and Portarlington
Statkraft Ireland have been awarded provisional planning permission to construct a new wind farm, substation and underground line along part of the Laois/Offaly border.
The...
In Pictures: ‘Peace Without Limits’ – Lions International Peace Poster Contest and Exhibition 2024
Some of the best student artists across Laois were honoured recently at a ceremony hosted by the Arts Office of Laois County Council.
Prize winners...
Mountmellick Macra’s ‘Light Up Truck and Tractor Run’ returns this Christmas
Mountmellick Macra’s annual 'Light Up Truck and Tractor Run' is back by popular demand and will take place again this year on Saturday, December...
Exit poll results revealed as voting concludes for 2024 General Election
The results of the exit poll carried out around the country today have been revealed following the conclusion of voting in General Election 2024.
Polling...
Council in Brief: Special needs education, assistance for small businesses, Councillor funding and more
The November monthly meeting of Laois County Council took place this week, with new Chief Executive, Mr Michael Rainey, in the hot seat for...
Inspirational Laois woman honoured with Carer of the Year award
Family Carers Ireland has announced Laois woman Sarah Dooley as the Netwatch Family Carer of the Year 2024.
From Mountmellick, Sarah is a mother of...
2024 Nursing and Midwifery HEART Award Winners announced at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise
The 2024 Nursing and Midwifery HEART Award winners have recently been announced at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise (MRHP).
HEART is an acronym which stands for Honesty Empathy, Accountability, Respect...
Two Laois farmers contribute on book aimed at providing tips for a sustainable future
Irish farmers, including two from Laois, have joined forces for a new book combining scientific research with local knowledge that gives farmers and others...
In Pictures: Think Languages Day proves a big success in Mountrath Community School
All Transition Year students from Mountrath Community School took part in their third Think Languages Day recentley.
This is run by Languages Connect to promote...
In Pictures: All smiles as Laois author launches her second children’s book
Killeshin native, Vonnie Bolton, launched her second children’s book last Friday night in St Fiacc’s House Graiguecullen.
The book which is entitled ‘Friends in Fairyland’...
Laois students receive top awards at Carlow College graduation ceremony
Four Laois students were recognised for student contribution and academic excellence at the recent Carlow College, St. Patrick’s Conferring Ceremony for 2024.
Mary Osadolor and...
Laois Students named as finalists in Certified Irish Angus Schools Competition
Three students from Scoil Chriost Rí in Portlaoise are finalists in the Certified Irish Angus Schools Competition.
Jill Sheehy, Sinead Slevin and Carol Sheehy are...
History made as first ever match played at new Laois primary school’s astro facility
History was made in Stradbally on Saturday as the first ever game in the local primary school's brand new astro pitch took place.
The match...
Laois pianist and composer releases debut album “Carolan Reflections”
Laois pianist and composer David Vesey from Abbeyleix has recently released his debut album "Carolan Reflections", a re imagining of the timeless works of...
In Pictures: Hero’s welcome for home Town boy Zach Tuohy at his book launch
There was a hero’s welcome for home Town boy Zach Tuohy to mark the launch of his sports memoir, The Irish Experiment, at the Midlands Park...
Budget Breakdown: A deep dive into where your money is being spent in 2025
Laois County Council announced their Budget 2025 this week, with close to €124 million to be spent - an increase of 9% from last...
Council in Brief: Christmas lights, car parking, polling stations and more
It was a busy day in Laois County Council this week with the Portlaoise Municipal District holding their November monthly meeting.
The seven Councillors in...
Lights, camera, action – All systems go as Ballyroan Goes to Hollywood
After six months of fundraising and preparation, the community of Ballyroan are almost ready to experience the bright lights of Hollywood.
The community has been...
Alice (77) set for her annual fast for Concern – with collections planned for...
Seventy-seven-year-old fundraiser and former aid worker, Alice Culliton from Mountmellick, is set to fast for Concern once again.
The Mountmellick woman will hold her annual...
Mary Lou returning to Laois on Thursday with Sinn Féin out in force this...
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald will return to Portlaoise on Thursday as she continues to rally support for General Election candidate in Laois...
€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%...
David Coleman: ‘When kids have good self-esteem, they tend to be a little bit...
Dr David Coleman, the renowned clinical psychologist who specialises in children and teenagers, is giving a talk in Ballyfin National School this Thursday evening,...
On the Canvass: Maria McCormack on the march for Sinn Fein in Laois
The General Election is less than two weeks away, which means every housing estate and main street across the country are abuzz with promises,...
Laois student and Defence Forces member awarded Best Engineering project in Ireland and ranked...
A Laois student and Defence Forces member has been awarded Best Engineering project in Ireland, as well as being ranked in top 10% globally.
Stephen...
In Pictures: All smiles as Laois County Council host Civic Reception for two primary...
Two primary school students received a Civic Reception from Laois County Council last week.
Tomas Ramsbottom and Emma Burke of Timahoe National School were the...
Delight as Laois primary school finally opens new and much-needed footpath
The school community of Scoil Mhuire Fatima are very content at the moment as the school finally secured a vitally important footpath on the...
Department suggests Laois’s special needs children should go to Tipperary or Kildare for their...
The Department of Education has suggested special needs children in Laois should travel to Tipperary or Kildare for school, as the Government remain determined...
