A LAOIS community is in deep shock following the death of a father-of-five in a tragic accident. Seán Geoghegan of Coolbally, Clough, Ballacolla lost his life in the devastating incident near Cullohill at the weekend.

THE Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has issued a recall alert on its website relating to a Laois-based establishment. All food products produced or sold by EB Food Essentials of Coolanagh, Ballickmoyler are subject to the recall.

ABBEYLEIX Library is a wonderland of watercolours this Christmas as a super art exhibition featuring many local scenes by retired art teacher and artist Trudi Killeen from Ballinakill is currently on display for the month of December.

Vinie (Mary) Flaherty (née Horan), Timahoe, Donadea, Co Kildare and formerly of Wranglestown, Clonaslee, Laois died on 13 December, surrounded by her loving family.

‘Surely, he’s not afraid of the dark in the mornings?’ – Judge Andrew Cody

Concepta Bambrick (née Byrne), Bawn, Stradbally, Laois died peacefully at her home on Sunday 14 December, surrounded by her beloved husband Brian and family. Predeceased by her parents, sister Nancy and brother Paddy.

A DARK Portlaoise street where lights are constantly out of action is a magnet for anti-social behaviour, according to local councillors.

Concepta Bambrick (née Byrne), Bawn, Stradbally, Laois died peacefully on Sunday 14 December, surrounded by her beloved husband Brian and family. Predeceased by her parents, sister Nancy and brother Paddy. Funeral arrangements will be confirmed later.

LAOIS locals in want of some festive cheer can expect a variety of options this Christmastime.

Sgt Kirby said that the defendant had 50 previous convictions.

THESE days, we find ourselves plunged into the depths of winter darkness. Nature seems to have fallen asleep and, yet, in its raw and empty silence, creation continues to inspire hope and contemplation.

The death occurred on 12 December of John Hyland, 27 Corrig Lane, Station Road, Portarlington, Laois and late of Rathgilbert, Athy, Co Kildare. Predeceased by his sister Rita.

GARDAÍ in Portlaoise have arrested a ‘prolific’ shoplifter, who was wanted nationwide, as part of an ongoing investigation into organised retail theft in Portarlington.

Kay (Catherine) Conroy (née Breen), Newpark, Portlaoise and formerly Garbally, Shinrone, Offaly died peacefully on 13 December in her 92nd year, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Joe.

Judge Susan Fay asked what the alleged suggestion was, to which Det O’Donovan said: “He had a lovely a**e.”

Florence (Florie) Geoghegan (née Cantwell), Sandyhill Gardens, Ballymun, Dublin and formerly Durrow, Co Laois died peacefully on 11 December, surrounded by her family, in the compassionate care of the doctors, nurses and staff at The Mater Hospital.

A NEW business that would bring 15 jobs to Laois still has no electricity, three months after the owner paid more than €15,000 to ESB Networks.

Anne Farrell (née Lowry), Cullenagh View, Patrick Street, Mountrath, Laois and formerly of Clogrenan, Ballinabranna, died peacefully at her home on 11 December, surrounded by her loving family.

Laois County Council has announced that ministerial approval has been received for 20 members of the newly established Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP) committee.

THREE of the six arches in scenic Castletown Bridge are completely blocked by silt and urgently need to be cleared.