FESTIVAL organisers received a welcome grant aid to hold their events.

The death has occurred of Sheila Fleming (née Julian), Cremorgan , Timahoe on the 25th May, 2025, unexpectedly but peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family.

ONE of the many events during Bike Week 2025 across towns and villages in Laois was the ‘Sunset Cycle’ in Vicarstown.

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.

The judge said the 42-year old defendant was was 'out acting the gnat again'.

WITH the fine weather beginning to creep in, tractor and truck enthusiasts are busying themselves oiling up their machines in preparation for the seasonal runs across Laois to raise funds for local charities and good causes.

Eileen Ramsbottom, Saint Joseph’s Street, Limerick and formerly of Ballinaclough, Timahoe passed away peacefully on Tuesday 18 March at Millbrae Lodge Nursing Home, Newport, Co. Tipperary.

Kathleen (Kitty) Butler (née Bates), Droimnín Nursing Home, Stradbally and formerly of Timahoe passed away peacefully in the Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise in her 90th year on Thursday 12 December.

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The successful groups each received a share of the total funding of €229,213

The first few minutes were dominated by Portlaoise but Timahoe wrested back control to a blazing win