St Francis Special School plunged into ‘crisis’ as Department of Education order major reduction...
The Department of Education have plunged into 'crisis' the most vulnerable people in Laois, with the news of a class reduction being demanded of...
US national appears in court following death of a man in luxury Laois hotel
A man has appeared in court this morning following the death of another man in a luxury Laois hotel.
Henry McGowan, from New York and...
Portlaoise Institute pioneers solar energy in Further Education
Portlaoise Institute has announced the successful installation of a state-of-the-art solar panel system at its Further Education campus on the Mountrath Road, Portlaoise.
This forward-thinking...
In Pictures: Annual WWI Remembrance Ceremony takes place in Portlaoise
The annual remembrance ceremony for those who died in World War One took on Sunday in Portlaoise.
The ceremony also honoured those who died in...
Kind-hearted Laois seven-year-old makes the cut for charities
A seven-year-old Ballybrittas girl recently sacrificed much of her crowning glory by taking part in the Locks of Love for LauraLynn hair donation fundraiser.
Poppy...
Cost of renting a home continues to increase with average in Laois now €1,568
Market rents in Laois were on average 10.3% higher in the third quarter of 2024 than a year previously.
The average listed rent in the...
Laois woman set to feature on next episode of hit RTE TV game show
A Laois woman is set to feature on the latest episode of a hit RTE game show this weekend.
Sandra Maher, from Stradbally, will appear...
Portlaoise College set to host multi-sport league for teenagers with ASD
The newly launched 'LOETB All Stars' initiative is set to begin this year.
This will bring together nine special classes from nine LOETB schools in...
Laois Communities Shine at Tidy Towns Awards 2024
The SuperValu Tidy Towns Awards ceremony, recently held at Croke Park, celebrated the exceptional efforts of communities nationwide in enhancing their local environments.
Laois Tidy...
Amazing young Laois man and his dog set for festive fundraiser
An amazing young man from Laois will be giving up his time on Christmas Eve to do a 3km walk in the name of...
Aghaboe Abbey celebrating 50 years of unison and friendship with Salzburg Cathedral
50 years ago, Bishop Jakop Mayr of Salzburg Arch Diocese, Austria, visited Ireland in pursuit of the roots of Virgilius, an iconoc monk from...
News in Brief: Over €6,000 raised for Saplings, Laois farming award finalists, and IDA...
Heritage Golf Club raise €6,100 for Saplings Special School
The Heritage Golf Club in Killenard recently held a Captain's Charity Golf weekend, raising €6,100, with...
Laois TD announces funds for Laois based water schemes under multi-annual rural water programme
€271,296 in funding has been allocated to three places in Laois for the Multi-annual Rural Water Programme.
The Heath, Cullohill and Errill group water schemes...
Abbeyleix Bog Project takes Pride of Place with All-Ireland Climate Award
A Laois grouo was honoured at the recent Pride of Place community awards at a gala ceremony in the Hillgrove Hotel, Monaghan.
Abbeyleix Bog Project...
Laois primary school to host fundraising talk in support of new astro turf pitch
A Laois primary school is embarking on a project to develop their own astro pitch and fundraising efforts are now underway.
In support to fund...
11 Community Groups across Laois share almost €230,000 in development funding
11 local groups in Laois have been awarded almost €230,000 funding under the Community Centre Funding Programme.
This funding is designed to assist local groups,...
Laois woman to speak about new nutritional and environmental software at UN’s COP29
A Laois woman is preparing to give a speech at the COP29, the United Nations' 2024 Climate Change Conference, being held in Baku, Azerbaijan...
Laois icon Anna May McHugh awarded honorary doctorate by SETU
Anna May McHugh, managing director of the National Ploughing Association (NPA) and a trailblazing advocate for the Irish agricultural industry, was awarded an honorary...
Laois ‘Live Well’ Project shortlisted for 2024 National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards
Healthy Laois and Age Friendly Laois are finalists for the Age Friendly Communication Award at the 2024 National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards.
Their...
In Pictures: All smiles as Civic Reception held for IFA chairman Francie Gorman
It was a special occasion for Francie Gorman recently as the highest honour that Laois County Council can bestow was given to him.
Francie was...
Laois schools invited to apply for solar panel project that could save thousands in...
All schools in Laois can now apply for free solar panels under a new programme that could see schools save thousands of euro on...
Laois mother recognised with Family Carer of the Year Award
Family Carers Ireland, the national charity supporting Ireland’s family carers has announced that this year’s Netwatch Laois Family Carer of the Year is Sarah...
People First Credit Union: ‘It is so rewarding for us to see progression’
The clue is in the name: People First Credit Union.
"We are very heavily involved in the community," says Carol Murphy, their Marketing Manager, speaking...
Laois farmer selected for prestigious Nuffield scholarship scheme
Zoey McKay from Ballyfin has been selected as one of four Irish professionals to receive a prestigious Nuffield Ireland Scholarship which will commence in...
Mountmellick property sells for almost half a million euro
A "spectacular residence" in Laois has sold for almost half a million euro, making it one of the most expensive houses in its area.
Mullaghanard...
In Pictures: Two championship titles and Halloween celebrations at Laois primary school
Schools in Laois are preparing to enjoy a bit of time off this week with the Mid Term break upon us.
But one Laois primary...
‘Dangerous’ situation as elderly people in Laois housing estates ‘can’t get out of their...
The poor state of footpaths in housing estates across Laois is leaving people in a dangerous situation, where they cannot leave their homes.
That is...
Neutering and Microchipping programme for pets and new XL Bully regulations
A proposal has gone through Laois County Council asking the Government to re-introduce their targeted Neutering and Microchipping programme for dogs and cats.
Independent Councillor...
Colin Farrell’s emotional tribute to Laois woman Emma Fogarty after marathon effort
Colin Farrell triumphantly pushed pal Emma Fogarty over the Dublin Marathon finish line on Sunday and declared: “She is what courage is all about.”
The...
‘Climate un-Laois-ed’ event at Ballintubbert House ignites passion for local climate action
An event has been held in Laois which blended sustainability discussions, music, and social engagement, all with the aim of inspiring climate action at...
