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Laois artist Siobhán launches second solo art exhibition

LOCAL artist, sound therapist and playwright Siobhán Parkinson launched her second solo art exhibition in Mountmellick library on Tuesday 5 May with an evening of holistic sound healing, guided meditation and a lovely celebration cake.

Age Friendly Laois manager in new TV show

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Age Friendly Laois manager in new TV show

The film focuses on a set of extraordinary seniors living life to the fullest

Leinster’s road to redemption returns to Bilbao eight years later

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Leinster’s road to redemption returns to Bilbao eight years later

Investec Champions Cup Final Leinster v Bordeaux Begles Saturday, May 23rd, 2.

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Laois creatives set for limelight with Short Film and Mentoring Programme awards

Laois creatives set for limelight with Short Film and Mentoring Programme awards

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‘Scaled back’ Old Fort Quarter Festival promises family fun in June

‘Scaled back’ Old Fort Quarter Festival promises family fun in June

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Laois death notice: Jude Luttrell, Ballybrittas

Laois death notice: Jude Luttrell, Ballybrittas

The family would like to thank you for your cooperation, understanding and support

Hospice sunflower days return in June

Hospice sunflower days return in June

Confrontational Laois motorist given three five-year driving bans

Confrontational Laois motorist given three five-year driving bans

Laois death notice: Mary Ann Delaney (née Flynn), Ballinakill and Rosenallis

Laois death notice: Mary Ann Delaney (née Flynn), Ballinakill and Rosenallis

New €16m extension opened at Portlaoise hospital

New €16m extension opened at Portlaoise hospital

Sport

Laois target third straight final as London fight for survival

Laois target third straight final as London fight for survival

Joe McDonagh Cup Preview

Laois and Carlow renew rivalry in championship opener

Laois and Carlow renew rivalry in championship opener

Laois face tricky London test in Tailteann Cup

Laois face tricky London test in Tailteann Cup

Change at the top sees Hugo Griffin take over from David Kerr as Portlaoise RFC President

Change at the top sees Hugo Griffin take over from David Kerr as Portlaoise RFC President

Strong performances at Laois Masters Road Championships

Strong performances at Laois Masters Road Championships

Community

Facial Recognition in Portlaoise

Facial Recognition in Portlaoise

The Dunamaise Arts Centre, in partnership with The Walls Project and Creative Laois, is asking you, the good people of County Laois, to apply to have your portrait immortalised by an internationally acclaimed artist in a large-scale mural in ...

Laois Domestic Abuse Service Marks International Women’s Day 2026 with Powerful Violence Against Women Poster Exhibition

Laois Domestic Abuse Service Marks International Women’s Day 2026 with Powerful Violence Against Women Poster Exhibition

Dining Initiative at Midlands Park Hotel Raises Over €11,000 for Children’s Health Foundation

Dining Initiative at Midlands Park Hotel Raises Over €11,000 for Children’s Health Foundation

Strong Community Demand Leads to Expansion of Community Addiction Studies Course in Portlaoise

Strong Community Demand Leads to Expansion of Community Addiction Studies Course in Portlaoise

Neville Park Hotels Raises €4,000 For Jack and Jill

Neville Park Hotels Raises €4,000 For Jack and Jill

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Laois Nationalist to host free SME growth workshop in Portlaoise

Laois Nationalist to host free SME growth workshop in Portlaoise

A free Portlaoise workshop hosted by the Laois Nationalist, in partnership with Laois Chamber Alliance, will see international marketing expert Riad Zouheir share practical strategies to help SMEs sharpen their messaging, strengthen sales conversations and compete on value rather than price.

The ARC Project to Host First Recovery Café of 2026 at Dunamaise Arts Centre

The ARC Project to Host First Recovery Café of 2026 at Dunamaise Arts Centre

John MacKenna to Lead Leonard Cohen-Inspired Writing Retreat in Abbeyleix

John MacKenna to Lead Leonard Cohen-Inspired Writing Retreat in Abbeyleix

Time, Power and Portraiture: Salvatore of Lucan Exhibits Fancy Situations Dead Present Etc… at Dunamaise Arts Centre

Time, Power and Portraiture: Salvatore of Lucan Exhibits Fancy Situations Dead Present Etc… at Dunamaise Arts Centre

The Love Hungry Farmer Brings Big Laughs and Bigger Longing to the Dunamaise Stage

The Love Hungry Farmer Brings Big Laughs and Bigger Longing to the Dunamaise Stage

Life

Sudoku of the day, March 6

Sudoku of the day, March 6

Our new Sudoku minigame is suitable for all levels, including beginners

Sherry FitzGerald Portlaoise Team Attend Annual Countrywide Conference 2026

Sherry FitzGerald Portlaoise Team Attend Annual Countrywide Conference 2026

Reflexology Support for Autism and ADHD Now Available in Portlaoise

Reflexology Support for Autism and ADHD Now Available in Portlaoise

Camross land sells for €100k over reserve!

Camross land sells for €100k over reserve!

22 acres of agricultural land sells at Auction

22 acres of agricultural land sells at Auction

Opinion

Programme of events to mark 250th anniversary of birth of ‘Great Liberator’

Programme of events to mark 250th anniversary of birth of ‘Great Liberator’

THIS year marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of Daniel O’Connell, the ‘Great Liberator’. Daniel O'Connell (1775–1847) changed the face of Irish history.

Fr Paddy Byrne: When did you last say your prayers?

Fr Paddy Byrne: When did you last say your prayers?

Fr Paddy Byrne: Gratitude is a wonderful mindset

Fr Paddy Byrne: Gratitude is a wonderful mindset

Fr Paddy Byrne: Redemption came in the form of Shawshank

Fr Paddy Byrne: Redemption came in the form of Shawshank

Fr Paddy Byrne: The spirit of God, loving and free …

Fr Paddy Byrne: The spirit of God, loving and free …

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What Does Heritage Look Like in 2026?

What Does Heritage Look Like in 2026?

County Arms Reveals The Reimagined Moorpark Ballroom Inspired by Birr

What Celebrating a 42nd Anniversary look likes with Global Growth and Community Initiatives

What Celebrating a 42nd Anniversary look likes with Global Growth and Community Initiatives

Nurturing the Next Generation: Ailbhe Joyce and the Power of Forest Learning

Nurturing the Next Generation: Ailbhe Joyce and the Power of Forest Learning

Women in Leadership: Ashleigh Doyle Helping Drive a Timber Industry Success Story

Women in Leadership: Ashleigh Doyle Helping Drive a Timber Industry Success Story

The Quiet Work That Protects Women and Children

The Quiet Work That Protects Women and Children

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