Meet the retired Laois primary school teacher who has embarked on a new career...
At a time when many people are enjoying multiple careers, Stradbally native Martina Mulhall is providing a new service to help them get on...
Emergency services attending the scene of a fire in Portlaoise
Emergency services are currently on the scene of a fire on a road near the Portlaoise Plaza off the M7.
A blaze broke out this...
In Pictures: Portlaoise CBS, Portlaoise College and Knockbeg College students celebrate Junior Cert results
There were smiles all around this morning as Laois students were among the thousands who received their Junior Cert results.
In Portlaoise CBS, it was...
13 community projects in Laois to share almost €575,000 in sport and outdoor-facility supports
13 community projects in Laois will share €575,415 under the CLÁR programme to support the development of sports and outdoor facilities in the County.
The...
In Pictures: Reach for the Skies fundraiser brings in over €20,000 for Stradbally parish
A priest jumping out of an airplane was always going to grab attention and so it proved for Fr David Vard, the parish priest...
‘Scandalous’ lack of Domestic Violence refuge for Laois described as ‘a potentially deadly situation’
The "scandalous" lack of a Domestic Violence Refuge for Laois has been described as "a potentially deadly situation" this week.
That is the view of...
In Pictures: Joyous scenes as Crettyard visit local schools after intermediate football success
Of all the great moments that come from a team winning a county final, arguably one of the best is bringing the trophy to...
Proposed ‘turf terrorists’ law should ‘never see the light of day’ says local TD
A local TD has hit out at reports that a piece of legislation that would majorly clamp down on the sale and supply of...
Laois secondary school students invited to Cineáltas Showcase in Croke Park
Members of Mountrath Community School were invited to the Cineáltas Showcase in Croke Park recently.
On the day, two of their 5th year students, Eugene...
Laois to support Occupied Territories Bill opposing ‘Israeli genocide in Palestine’
Laois County Council has agreed to support the Occupied Territories Bill with a view to opposing the ongoing Israeli war in Palestine.
There have also...
HSE awarded planning permission for new Ophthalmology Unit and apartment news in Portlaoise
The Health Service Executive (HSE) have been granted planning permission to construct a new Ophthalmology Unit in Portlaoise.
The development will be at Portlaoise Family...
Shouting match at Laois County Council as councillors let fly over disposal of land
A routine part of proceedings at Laois County Council descended into a shouting match this week as opposition councillors let fly.
Elected members and Council...
Laois County Councillors support new proposal to increase Local Property Tax
The Local Property Tax (LPT) is set to increase by 5% in Laois after County Councillors were close to unanimous in their support of...
Planning: Local developer seeking planning permission to build 40 houses in Portarlington
A local developer has applied to Laois County Council for planning permission to begin a new residential development in one of the county's biggest...
Laois cancer patient shares experience of financial struggles as Irish Cancer Society urges Government...
A Laois cancer patient has come out in support of the Irish Cancer Society's calls for sustained, recurrent funding for the National Cancer Strategy.
Samantha...
‘Help children develop a passion for learning’: Wolfhill-based Trinity researcher
A single individual can have a far-reaching impact on a child’s academic performance, according to the lead researcher in a new study from Trinity...
Location revealed as lucky Laois Lotto player scoops €250,000 prize in draw
Last night's Lotto draw proved to be a memorable event for five players across Ireland, including one in Laois.
In total, there were two jackpot...
Clonaslee High Nelly Club raise over €35,000 for St Manman’s Church
Clonaslee High Nelly Club members were delighted to present a cheque for €35,400 this weekend in support of St Manman's Church Roof Restoration Fund.
Parish...
‘Mindless vandalism’ caused at hallowed place of worship in Portlaoise
An act described as "mindless vandalism" occurred this week in Portlaoise, as Marian Shrine was attacked and defaced.
The incident occurred on some time between...
New members encouraged as Portlaoise Macra set to host open evening this week
Portlaoise Macra have announced they will be hosting an open evening for anyone interested in joining the club on Friday, September 27, at 8:30pm...
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...
More than €300,000 secured to regenerate Mountrath town centre
Mountrath Town Team have been working hard over the past year to secure funding to regenerate Mountrath Town Centre.
In the past 12 months, in...
Floodlights, astro pitches and upgrades galore as Laois allocated record €6.2 million Sports Capital...
€6.2 million has been allocated for Laois clubs and organisations, under the Sports Capital and Equipment Grant scheme.
This is the highest ever sum of...
In Pictures: Laois locals gather for Palestinian Solidarity and encourage others to sign petition
On Saturday last, a vigil was held in Fitzmaurice Place, Portlaoise in solidarity with the people of Palestine and to officially welcome the “Walk...
‘Make Way Day’ aiming to channel the ‘spirit of the Olympics’ in Laois this...
Make Way Day 2024 returns this week, on Friday September 27, to The People’s Park in Portlaoise.
The central message of Make Way Day is...
Portarlington FIDE to host Charity Chess Tournament in aid of Pieta
Portarlington FIDE are set to host a charity chess tournament in aid of Pieta.
The event will be held in SOLAS Eco Garden Centre on...
In Pictures: Laois Alzheimer’s Memory Walk a huge success
The Laois Alzheimer's Memory Walk took place in Ballyroan GAA grounds yesterday and proved a big success.
Kicking off at 11am, this was the largest...
Waterways Ireland announce list of improvements and developments on Laois section of Grand Canal
Waterways Ireland have confirmed its list of planned improvements and developments on the Laois section of the Grand Canal.
Waterways Ireland are responsible for developing...
Five Laois sports clubs eligible for funding to install EV charge points
Five Laois sports clubs are eligible to apply for funding for electric vehicle charge points, under the Shared Island Sports Club EV Charging Scheme.
Park-Ratheniska...
Laois people left without a GP as HSE says they are ‘waiting to be...
The HSE has confirmed that there are currently 251 applications from people in the Midlands who cannot find a GP to take them on...
