Embrace FARM will bring together farm families from across Ireland to remember loved ones lost within their community.

The school and local community of Barrowhouse celebrated the opening of a new classroom at Shanganamore NS

Donations in lieu of flowers and mass cards to the Heart Unit, Crumlin Hospital

Jim died peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family

P.L. Curran was the team manger of the Irish Olympic team in 1984 but that was only one aspect of a remarkable life 

He also pleaded guilty to driving while uninsured, drug-driving and to driving without a licence at the time.

Liam's Requiem Mass will be streamed live on the church webcam

AT Portlaoise District Court last week, Judge Andrew Cody issued a warning to motorists using illegal or non-conforming vehicle number plates.

A MAN aged in his 60s remains in critical condition in hospital, nine days after he was assaulted in Laois. Gardaí renewed their appeal for witnesses this afternoon in relation to the serious assault, which happened at about 1.

The Fort Café & Bistro is due to open on 17 July

This year's event takes place on Saturday, 15 August, from Treacy’s Bar & Restaurant, with a commencement time of 9.30am.

Dolores died peacefully at her home at the age of 95 

Cystinosis Ireland will host a major international conference in July that will bring together people living with the condition and experts in clinical care and research.

Portlaoise resident Tom Duffy has assisted homeless people and people at risk of becoming homeless for over eight years.

Margaret (Peg) died peacefully in her 87th year, after a life well lived

LAOIS TD Willie Aird has called for increased investment in tourism infrastructure in rural counties, saying Laois has “enormous tourism potential” that is not being fully realised.

MUSIC Generation Laois and Laois School of Music will hold an open evening in Laois Music Centre, Portlaoise tonight, 16 June from 6-8pm.

A MAN who texted his estranged partner calling her a “bitch” and “I’ll kill you both” is to be considered if he is a suitable candidate for community service.

Cllr Aisling Moran said she has 'serious concerns about the welfare of staff, at what is a publicly funded centre'

Messages for Peg’s family may be left on the condolence link on RIP.ie