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Fr Paddy Byrne: Easter is much more than chocolate and lamb

IN recent times, there has been much commentary regarding a gentle reawakening and appreciation of the Christian faith. In Paris, London and Dublin, record numbers of adults are being baptised this Easter.

Laois woman Breda Fitzpatrick celebrates 100th birthday with Centenarian Award

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Laois woman Breda Fitzpatrick celebrates 100th birthday with Centenarian Award

Breda and her family celebrated in style at Behan’s pub in Crettyard

Kelly is very aware of the challenge that lies ahead next week

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Kelly is very aware of the challenge that lies ahead next week

courts

Man given bail must stay out of Laois except for court

Man given bail must stay out of Laois except for court

life

Laois lands sell following auction

Laois lands sell following auction

News

'Death wish' driver caught doing 171kph

'Death wish' driver caught doing 171kph

“Did he have a death wish for his birthday?” asked Judge Desmond Zaidan, before imposing a driving ban

Son punched elderly dad and put him in chokehold

Son punched elderly dad and put him in chokehold

Laois death notice: Áine Bowden (née Mills), Portlaoise

Laois death notice: Áine Bowden (née Mills), Portlaoise

New Laois developments requested to use Irish placenames

New Laois developments requested to use Irish placenames

Laois man stole purse from car but found it was empty

Laois man stole purse from car but found it was empty

Sport

Heywood edge out Mountrath by the narrowest of margins to claim title

Heywood edge out Mountrath by the narrowest of margins to claim title

North Leinster PPS 2nd Year Hurling ‘B’ Final

Against Meath another slow opening could prove just as damaging

Against Meath another slow opening could prove just as damaging

Laois comeback falls short as Longford dominate final quarter

Laois comeback falls short as Longford dominate final quarter

A performance that highlighted resilience, belief, and value of impact from bench

A performance that highlighted resilience, belief, and value of impact from bench

McNulty full of praise for his side’s ability to bounce back from defeat

McNulty full of praise for his side’s ability to bounce back from defeat

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

What's on

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

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

Fans of Leonard Cohen are in for a real delight this May, as John MacKenna, renowned author and long-time friend of Cohen, leads a creative writing retreat based on the writings of the much-loved Canadian singer/songwriter.

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

Pink, Powerful and Packed with Heart: Legally Blonde Jr. Takes the Stage

Pink, Powerful and Packed with Heart: Legally Blonde Jr. Takes the Stage

Midlands Park Hotel Announces Black Friday Sale!

Midlands Park Hotel Announces Black Friday Sale!

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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