newsElectric Picnic announces acts for 2026 Salty Dog stageElectric Picnic takes place 28-30 August. It is set to welcome an estimated 80,000 music fans to the 600-acre Stradbally Estate in Co Laois.
newsLewis Capaldi announced as headline act at Electric Picnic 2026The ‘Someone You Loved’ singer will headline Ireland’s biggest music and arts festival on Friday 28th August.
gaaLate Murphy winner fires Graiguecullen to Division 4 league titleLaois Shopping Centre ACFL Division 4 Final
education Laois-based former student of Carlow College mourns loss of educational opportunities in the southeast
Laois Centenarian Award travels to Australia to honour second recipientEileen Crough is a 102 years old and has lived in Australia most of her life
A Frayed Knot Celebrates Lions Club Partnership as Filming Concludes in LaoisThe Laois-made independent film A Frayed Knot has officially completed filming, with the production team marking the milestone by celebrating the support and partnership of the Lions Club during its 50th anniversary year.
Laois Domestic Abuse Service Marks International Women’s Day 2026 with Powerful Violence Against Women Poster Exhibition
Jillian Godsil Brings Running Out of Road to Power of Words Open MicAuthor Jillian Godsil will read from her debut novel Running Out of Road at the Power of Words Open Mic in Mooneys, Abbeyleix, on Friday, July 3. The evening promises a celebration of storytelling, poetry, music and community, with audience members also invited to take part in the open mic.
Abbeyleix House & Farm Family Day Set to Deliver a Wonderful Celebration of Community, Heritage and Family Fun
Joe Mallon Motor Group Welcomes New Government ICE2EV Scrappage SchemeJoe Mallon Motor Group Welcomes New Government ICE2EV Scrappage Scheme to Help Drivers Make the Switch to Electric with Support up to €8,500 Joe Mallon Motor Group, home of Peugeot, Renault and Dacia in Kildare and Renault and Dacia in Laois, has ...
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.
Heritage Village:Ireland’s First Modern Later Living CommunityIreland’s first purpose-built later living community is redefining retirement living in Co. Laois. Combining independent living with modern amenities, a strong sense of community and access to support when needed, Heritage Village offers residents the freedom to enjoy life with confidence, comfort and peace of mind.
