The event acted not only a fundraising venture, but also a strong statement of international solidarity during a time of crisis.

A GRAIGUECULLEN woman was last week sent forward to the next sitting of Carlow Circuit Court, accused of handling the proceeds of criminal activity.

Elizabeth (Betty) Dooley (née Ryan), Rockview, Borris-in-Ossory, Laois died on 23 June, peacefully following a short illness, in the loving care of the staff at the Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise.

MEMBERS from the Portlaoise Climate Alliance met for their first bi-annual session recently.

"I’m not a bad person. I work on IT for a financial institution.”

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses as the investigation continues.

Elizabeth (Bess) O'Keeffe, The Swan, Wolfhill, Laois and formerly of Chatsworth, Clogh, Co Kilkenny died peacefully in Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown on 23 June.

Marie Graham (née O'Rourke), Kylebeg, Stradbally, Laois died peacefully at home on 24 June, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her brothers Séamus, Tom and Patrick and her sister Brede.

ALMOST half of Laois workers who took part in a survey say they fear for their job security and 54 per cent would consider a pay cut if their job was at risk.

IN a remarkable fusion of music and theatre, which revives the legacy of Canada’s renowned singer/songwriter, author and poet Leonard Cohen, playwrights John MacKenna and Angela Keogh are bringing their show At War with Mercy to the Dunamaise Arts ...

JUDGE Andrew Cody said that he considered a comment, made to a garda, by a man was “an attempt to pervert the course of justice.

Michael (Mick) Hogan, Gorrough, Clonaslee passed away peacefully on Sunday 22 June 2025 at his residence. Mick was predeceased by his brother Paddy.

A MOUNTMELLICK nursing unit received a glowing report from HIQA this week, following an unannounced inspection.

A FUNDRAISER for the children of a beloved café employee who died last week has raised almost €14,000 in just 24 hours.

CCTV cameras to catch illegal dumpers are about to roll in Laois after a five-year delay, but public opinion is being sought before they start to record.

AN appeal for more services at Stradbally Health Centre was made at a council meeting, following a rapid rise in the number of elderly residents.

GARDAÍ are still awaiting directions from the director of public prosecutions on how to proceed in a case against a man, who, on social media, threatened to ‘slice Irish babies.

Placards, banners and flags were flown displaying signs such as ‘Arms embargo on Israel now’ – ‘End the Genocide’ – Free Gaza’.

THE home of Electric Picnic had another big picnic today - and the inimitable parish priest didn't lose his head!The first Stradbally Parish Picnic was a roaring success, as the community gathered for endless fun in glorious sunshine and high ...

Esther Connaughton (née Hilliard), Marian Avenue, Portlaoise passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in the wonderful care of nurses and staff of Droimnín Nursing Home, Stradbally on Sunday 22 June 2025.