Ann Parkinson (née Costigan), 18 Seandoire, Cork Road, Durrow, LaoisIt is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Ann on 15 October. Ann is predeceased by her parents Dan and Nancy.

The Gala Excellence Awards are presented to Gala stores that are deemed ‘outstanding

The man also pleaded not guilty to cutting a mattress while being detailed in a cell in Abbeyleix Garda Station.

Breda Carter (née Lalor), Forgeland, Knockanina, Mountrath, Laois passed away comfortably on 16 October, surrounded by her loving family, at the Milford Care Centre, Limerick. Predeceased by her parents Pat and Mary Lalor, sisters Claire and Maureen.

Gardaí are currently in attendance at a residence in Kernanstown, Co. Carlow following the discovery of a suspect device this afternoon, Thursday, 16 October 2025.

COMMUNITY groups in Laois could get a slice of a €465,000 county fund, which is available through the Community Climate Action Programme (CCAP).

A BEAUTIFUL housing estate in Ballyroan swept the boards at Laois Co Council’s annual Best Estate and Garden Awards night.

A full and vibrant programme of readings, talks, music, film and spoken word will take place over 4 days and nights

THERE was a question raised over whether the insurance certificate of a woman who had been involved in a single vehicle accident was in date at the time of the accident, when the matter was raised at the District Court in Portlaoise last week.

A BOTTLE of Paddy was in the front passenger seat when a ‘very drunk’ driver was stopped by Laois gardaí. The whiskey was escorted to an evidence locker, after it was found riding shotgun in the vehicle today.

A MAN who took €43,000 worth of cannabis that he found under a bush has been sentenced to two years in prison.

AS many as eight unaccompanied migrant children could be missing in Co Carlow, according to information shared at a recent council committee meeting.

Billy Cogan, Castle Quarter, Bunlacken, Cullohill, Laois and formerly Ballyfermot and Clondalkin, Co Dublin passed away peacefully on 13 October, surrounded by his loving family, in the loving care of the doctors, nurses and staff of Midlands ...

Ava Doran, Summerhill, Portlaoise, Laois It is with profound sadness that Thomas and Debra Doran announce the passing of their very special daughter Ava on 13 October. She was cherished and loved by her family, especially brothers Ryan and Jack.

An angle grinder was used to cause damage to an information sign at the popular attraction 

A BOLT bike station in Portlaoise had to be deactivated, after two bicycles were vandalised beyond repair.

Jeremiah (Jerry) Wilkinson, Ballycarnan, Portlaoise, Laois passed away peacefully on 14 October, in the loving care of the staff of Esker Rí Nursing Home, Clara, Offaly. Predeceased by his sisters Annie, Lily, Evelyn and his brother Billy.

Bridie Hourigan (née Delaney), Cloncannon, Mountmellick, Laois and formerly of Upper Forest died peacefully at home in her 98th year (February 14th 1928 - October 14th 2025), in the presence of her loving daughter Margaret.

The youth pleaded guilty to two counts of criminal damage.

THE historic link between Aghaboe and Salzburg was celebrated at a wonderful ceremony reflecting a rich shared heritage.