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...
LOETB Schools STEAM Programme up and running for 2024/25
Laois Offaly Educate Together Board (LOETB) have launched the second year of their innovative STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Maths) schools Programme for...
Smiles and tears in Timahoe NS as beloved SNA bids farewell after quarter of...
Thursday was a bitter-sweet day for everyone in Scoil Mhuire Fatima, Timahoe as the children and staff said goodbye to long-term staff member, Margaret...
Laois school approved for new special educational needs classroom and two special education teaching...
A Laois primary school has been approved for a new Special Educational Needs (SEN) classroom and two special education teaching rooms (for one-to-one teaching).
Minister...
Mountrath Community School students embark on educational trips to Nice and Berlin
At the beginning of the month, 31 Leaving Certificate students from Mountrath Community School set off on an exciting journey, divided into two groups...
Well-known Laois man to run Dublin marathon this weekend as he continues recovery from...
Fit and active, a senior club footballer, 32 years of age and a new father - Ricky Quillinan was in a good place in...
Charities crying out for help as rates of depression and suicide see sharp rise...
A mental health charity has spoken of the need for increased funding, education and awareness amid a concerning rise in the rates of depression...
Kind-hearted Laois school staff and students raise much needed funds for Laois Hospice with...
The staff and students of St Mary's CBS Portlaoise came together to raise money for a very worthy cause recently.
They hosted a bake sale...
Golden rosary beads and rose on display to make 50th anniversary of Portlaoise Parish...
The Portlaoise Parish Lourdes Pilgrimage Committee celebrated their 50th year of leading pilgrimages to Lourdes on their annual trip last July.
The pilgrimage was established...
All systems go as Castletown village gears up for ‘Fun Weekend’
The Castletown Village Fun Weekend is a much anticipated event that will bring together locals and visitors for a weekend of excitement and entertainment.
Held...
In Pictures: More than 30 nationalities represented as Laois secondary school hosts Intercultural Day
Portlaoise College hosted a vibrant and diverse Intercultural Day recently, with over 30 nationalities coming together to celebrate their unique cultures.
Organised by Mr O'Neill,...
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...
In Pictures: ‘Jaw-droppingly beautiful’ five-bedroom property sells for almost €700,000 in Killenard
A Laois house has become one of the most expensive residential properties in the county, selling for close to €700,000.
18 Carriglea is nestled within the...
Laois primary school approved for new special educational needs classroom
Rosenallis National School has been approved by the government for a special education needs classroom.
The news was confirmed recently by Minister for State at...
Excitement building as Laois GAA club gear up to host popular ‘Pumpkin Patch’ event...
This October Bank Holiday weekend, a very popular Pumpkin Patch event will take place in the GAA grounds in Clonad.
This will be the fifth...
Stradbally Town Health Check shows need for Community Centre and improved infrastructure
Stradbally Tidy Towns, in collaboration with Southeast Technological University (SETU) is proud to announce the launch of the Stradbally Town Centre Health Check publication.
This...
Live Well Expo impresses judges at National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards
Following it’s shortlisting in the communications category, the Live Well Expo recently faced a judging panel for the upcoming Age Friendly recognition and achievement...
Laois Connects 2024 – a week of connection and wellbeing
The Laois Connects initiative took place throughout Laois from October 7 to 13, promoting health and wellbeing in 2024.
The week saw a varied programme...
Two Laois students receive prestigious scholarships worth €24,000
Sarah Daly and Ella McNulty, two outstanding students from Scoil Chríost Rí, have been awarded the prestigious Naughton Scholarship following their exceptional Leaving Certificate...
In Pictures: Make Way Day 2024 brings Olympic spirit to Laois
Make Way Day, an initiative aimed at promoting accessibility for people with disabilities, was celebrated recently at a wonderful event in Portlaoise.
This year’s theme,...
Everyone ‘safe and well’ after evacuation at Laois primary school
All students and staff are 'safe and well' after a Laois primary school was forced to evacuate.
The incident occurred yesterday at approximately 10am in...
Two Portlaoise students selected to represent Leinster in swimming and soccer
Portlaoise College is celebrating the achievements of two students who have both earned places on recent Leinster squads in their respective sports.
Yifei Li has...
Portlaoise Hospital launches to mark International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day
Staff from the the Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise are organising a multi-denominational service of remembrance to mark International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day
The...
Urgent need for addiction support services and education in County Laois
There is an urgent need for enhanced addiction support services and education in the community in County Laois.
That is according to Independent County Councillor...
WATCH: Holy Family Senior School throw their support by Portlaoise seniors and minors this...
We are 24 hours away from the 2024 Laois Shopping Centre Senior football championship final and excitement is building.
We took a trip to Portlaoise...
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...
News in Brief: Events unveiled for Laois Climate Action Festival and Science Week in...
Laois Climate Action Festival
The Laois Climate Action Festival 2024 will showcase 50 climate-positive events and initiatives across the county from October 6 to 23.
The...
Mountmellick bridging the gap between old and new with two community developments planned
Major new developments have been planned for one of Laois's biggest towns, with funding allocated for two community development projects.
Mountmellick United AFC have applied...
Neurologist needed in Portlaoise to avoid ‘stressful and exhausting experience’
The lack of a Neurologist or a Neurology Department in Portlaoise Hospital is causing to people having a "stressful and exhausting experience" when receiving...
