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Friend jailed for causing Laois student's death

Friend jailed for causing Laois student's death

Fri, 16 May, 2025

A 22-year-old man has been jailed for dangerous driving causing the death of Laois student Adam Kirwan, during a night out with friends in March 2023.
Two lovely Laois trails to share €20,000

Two lovely Laois trails to share €20,000

Fri, 16 May, 2025

TWO beautiful Laois walking trails will share €20,000 in government funding announced today. The Slieve Bloom Way has been approved for €10,000, while the Binnianea Way Trail in Cullohill has also been granted €10,000.
Two Laois sisters share a life-saving journey

Two Laois sisters share a life-saving journey

Fri, 16 May, 2025

Fiona’s Journey: Written by her sister Emma McDonald from Ballinakill, Laois  I always felt a deep need to share my sister Fiona's story, because stories like hers often go untold.
'Shocking' Laois driving test delays slammed in the Dáil

'Shocking' Laois driving test delays slammed in the Dáil

Fri, 16 May, 2025

ALMOST 1,100 people are waiting for a driving test in Laois, with delays of over six months at the county’s test centre in Portlaoise. Latest figures show that 1,092 learner drivers are waiting in Portlaoise and only 216 are scheduled for a test.
Budding Laois scientists shine at Heywood SciFest

Budding Laois scientists shine at Heywood SciFest

Fri, 16 May, 2025

BUDDING scientists were in the spotlight at Heywood Community School, when students showcased remarkable research and creativity at the annual SciFest.
Preparations underway for the Gordan Bennett Classic Car Run in Laois

Preparations underway for the Gordan Bennett Classic Car Run in Laois

Fri, 16 May, 2025

A JAM-PACKED itinerary awaits those taking part in the 122 year running of the Gordon Bennett Classic Car Run that takes place from Thursday 30 May to Monday 2 June.
Portlaoise Court: Judge and defendant share same age but ‘different lifestyles’

Portlaoise Court: Judge and defendant share same age but ‘different lifestyles’

Fri, 16 May, 2025

JUDGE Andrew Cody noted that a man who came before Portlaoise District Court was the same age as him, to which a garda sergeant replied: “He has a different lifestyle to yours.
Pensioner put off the road after testing positive for cocaine 

Pensioner put off the road after testing positive for cocaine 

Thu, 15 May, 2025

A PENSIONER was last week fined €1,400 and put off the road for two years after he pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of cocaine and to dangerous driving.
Motorhome site proposed beside Laois heritage centre

Motorhome site proposed beside Laois heritage centre

Thu, 15 May, 2025

A PROPOSAL for a motorhome and caravan site beside a Laois heritage attraction aims to boost tourism across a wide rural area.
 Portlaoise Order of Malta opens new HQ

 Portlaoise Order of Malta opens new HQ

Thu, 15 May, 2025

PORTLAOISE Order of Malta recently cut the ribbon on their brand new headquarters.
Laois death notice: Patrick (Pat) Kavanagh, Derrymoyle

Laois death notice: Patrick (Pat) Kavanagh, Derrymoyle

Thu, 15 May, 2025

Patrick (Pat) Kavanagh, Derrymoyle, Laois/Carlow died peacefully at his home on 14 May, surrounded by his family. Beloved son of the late Margaret and Patrick and brother of the late Peter. Pre-deceased by his granddaughter Ruth.
Portlaoise Court: Open whiskey bottle found on car floor after collision with lorry

Portlaoise Court: Open whiskey bottle found on car floor after collision with lorry

Thu, 15 May, 2025

A GARDA who attended a collision between a car and an articulated lorry found an open bottle of Powers Whiskey on the floor the car.
Laois death notice: Martin Loughman, Galmoy

Laois death notice: Martin Loughman, Galmoy

Wed, 14 May, 2025

Martin Loughman, Cleaghmore, Ballinasloe, Galway/ Laois, formerly of Levalley, Galmoy, passed away peacefully at Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe on 14 May in his 101st year.
SOSAD suicide charity to charge for services

SOSAD suicide charity to charge for services

Wed, 14 May, 2025

THE SOSAD Ireland suicide prevention charity, which has an office in Portlaoise, is to introduce a charge for counselling services following a large fall in donations.
Death notice in Laois: Helen Melia (née Maher) – Portarlington/Portlaoise

Death notice in Laois: Helen Melia (née Maher) – Portarlington/Portlaoise

Wed, 14 May, 2025

Helen Melia (née Maher), Treascon, Portarlington and formerly of Summerhill, Portlaoise passed away on Tuesday 13 May surrounded by her loving family at the Regional Hospital Portlaoise.
Death notice in Laois: John Wall - Portlaoise

Death notice in Laois: John Wall - Portlaoise

Wed, 14 May, 2025

John Wall formerly of Dr. Murphy Place, Portlaoise and of Coolock, Dublin 17 passed away peacefully on Tuesday 13 May in the loving care of the staff at Silvergrove Nursing Home, Clonee. John was the dear father of Gordon, Marie and Eamonn.
Talented Laois students reach world finals of Junk Kouture

Talented Laois students reach world finals of Junk Kouture

Wed, 14 May, 2025

THREE talented Laois schoolgirls have won a coveted place in the 2025 Junk Kouture World Finals, with a stunning creation crafted from salt bags and metal packaging.
Laois man in the dock for leading gardaí on a high-speed chase

Laois man in the dock for leading gardaí on a high-speed chase

Wed, 14 May, 2025

A YOUNG Laois man will appear before the next sitting of Carlow Circuit Court later this month on charges in connection with a high-speed garda chase.
Campaign for major sports complex in Portarlington

Campaign for major sports complex in Portarlington

Wed, 14 May, 2025

A CAMPAIGN for a Regional Sports Complex in Portarlington has been launched by a community group, which contends that the town is a better location than Portlaoise for a major sporting facility.
Death notice in Laois: Eucharia Meskill (née Kingston) - Stradbally

Death notice in Laois: Eucharia Meskill (née Kingston) - Stradbally

Wed, 14 May, 2025

Eucharia Meskill (née Kingston), Agoura House, Kileen, Stradbally and formerly California, USA and Rosetown, Athy, Co. Kildare passed away peacefully in Saint Vincent’s Private Hospital, Dublin on Tuesday 13 May.

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