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'Scary' learner arrested in Laois town

The car was seized in Mountrath, where the driver was caught doing 77kph in a 50kph zone

Beomhar and Neart do Laois proud at Siansa Gael Linn 2026

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Beomhar and Neart do Laois proud at Siansa Gael Linn 2026 

BEOMHAR, a traditional music group comprised of teenagers from counties Laois and Offaly, came second in the final of Siansa Gael Linn 2026.

Still searching for the composure and ruthlessness needed in defining moments

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Still searching for the composure and ruthlessness needed in defining moments

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Shaun the Sheep off the Laois: Interview with animator Seamus Malone

Shaun the Sheep off the Laois: Interview with animator Seamus Malone

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Laois man told judge he was ‘using gun as shield, not sword’

Laois man told judge he was ‘using gun as shield, not sword’

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Laois death notice: Linda Mary Anderson (née Doherty), Portlaoise

Laois death notice: Linda Mary Anderson (née Doherty), Portlaoise

Linda Mary Anderson (née Doherty), Derrygarron, Portlaoise, Laois died suddenly on 17 April after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her parents Michael and Annie Doherty and sister Annette.

Laois man raises €15,000 for Jack and Jill charity

Laois man raises €15,000 for Jack and Jill charity

Dunamaise Arts Centre and Forest Fest launch new battle of the bands competition for budding musicians

Dunamaise Arts Centre and Forest Fest launch new battle of the bands competition for budding musicians

Laois man says ‘sorry’ for taking a child's bike

Laois man says ‘sorry’ for taking a child's bike

Clonaslee High Nellies cycle 134km to Shannon for BUMBLEance

Clonaslee High Nellies cycle 134km to Shannon for BUMBLEance

Sport

Laois edge epic extra-time thriller to reach Leinster final

Laois edge epic extra-time thriller to reach Leinster final

Leinster LGFA Minor Championship s/f

Second-half surge sees Kildare demolish Laois’s Leinster dreams

Second-half surge sees Kildare demolish Laois’s Leinster dreams

Disappointing start as Laois overcome by Carlow goal power in Joe McDonagh opener

Disappointing start as Laois overcome by Carlow goal power in Joe McDonagh opener

Laois fall just short as Galway edge four-point win in O’Moore Park

Laois fall just short as Galway edge four-point win in O’Moore Park

Corby says Laois need a fast start if they are to get the better of Carlow

Corby says Laois need a fast start if they are to get the better of Carlow

Community

Facial Recognition in Portlaoise

Facial Recognition in Portlaoise

The Dunamaise Arts Centre, in partnership with The Walls Project and Creative Laois, is asking you, the good people of County Laois, to apply to have your portrait immortalised by an internationally acclaimed artist in a large-scale mural in ...

Laois Domestic Abuse Service Marks International Women’s Day 2026 with Powerful Violence Against Women Poster Exhibition

Laois Domestic Abuse Service Marks International Women’s Day 2026 with Powerful Violence Against Women Poster Exhibition

Dining Initiative at Midlands Park Hotel Raises Over €11,000 for Children’s Health Foundation

Dining Initiative at Midlands Park Hotel Raises Over €11,000 for Children’s Health Foundation

Strong Community Demand Leads to Expansion of Community Addiction Studies Course in Portlaoise

Strong Community Demand Leads to Expansion of Community Addiction Studies Course in Portlaoise

Neville Park Hotels Raises €4,000 For Jack and Jill

Neville Park Hotels Raises €4,000 For Jack and Jill

What's on

The ARC Project to Host First Recovery Café of 2026 at Dunamaise Arts Centre

The ARC Project to Host First Recovery Café of 2026 at Dunamaise Arts Centre

Connection, conversation and community take centre stage this Saturday as The ARC Project hosts its first Recovery Café of 2026 in Portlaoise.

John MacKenna to Lead Leonard Cohen-Inspired Writing Retreat in Abbeyleix

John MacKenna to Lead Leonard Cohen-Inspired Writing Retreat in Abbeyleix

Time, Power and Portraiture: Salvatore of Lucan Exhibits Fancy Situations Dead Present Etc… at Dunamaise Arts Centre

Time, Power and Portraiture: Salvatore of Lucan Exhibits Fancy Situations Dead Present Etc… at Dunamaise Arts Centre

The Love Hungry Farmer Brings Big Laughs and Bigger Longing to the Dunamaise Stage

The Love Hungry Farmer Brings Big Laughs and Bigger Longing to the Dunamaise Stage

Pink, Powerful and Packed with Heart: Legally Blonde Jr. Takes the Stage

Pink, Powerful and Packed with Heart: Legally Blonde Jr. Takes the Stage

Life

Sudoku of the day, March 6

Sudoku of the day, March 6

Our new Sudoku minigame is suitable for all levels, including beginners

Sherry FitzGerald Portlaoise Team Attend Annual Countrywide Conference 2026

Sherry FitzGerald Portlaoise Team Attend Annual Countrywide Conference 2026

Reflexology Support for Autism and ADHD Now Available in Portlaoise

Reflexology Support for Autism and ADHD Now Available in Portlaoise

Camross land sells for €100k over reserve!

Camross land sells for €100k over reserve!

22 acres of agricultural land sells at Auction

22 acres of agricultural land sells at Auction

Opinion

Programme of events to mark 250th anniversary of birth of ‘Great Liberator’

Programme of events to mark 250th anniversary of birth of ‘Great Liberator’

THIS year marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of Daniel O’Connell, the ‘Great Liberator’. Daniel O'Connell (1775–1847) changed the face of Irish history.

Fr Paddy Byrne: When did you last say your prayers?

Fr Paddy Byrne: When did you last say your prayers?

Fr Paddy Byrne: Gratitude is a wonderful mindset

Fr Paddy Byrne: Gratitude is a wonderful mindset

Fr Paddy Byrne: Redemption came in the form of Shawshank

Fr Paddy Byrne: Redemption came in the form of Shawshank

Fr Paddy Byrne: The spirit of God, loving and free …

Fr Paddy Byrne: The spirit of God, loving and free …

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What Does Heritage Look Like in 2026?

What Does Heritage Look Like in 2026?

County Arms Reveals The Reimagined Moorpark Ballroom Inspired by Birr

What Celebrating a 42nd Anniversary look likes with Global Growth and Community Initiatives

What Celebrating a 42nd Anniversary look likes with Global Growth and Community Initiatives

Nurturing the Next Generation: Ailbhe Joyce and the Power of Forest Learning

Nurturing the Next Generation: Ailbhe Joyce and the Power of Forest Learning

Women in Leadership: Ashleigh Doyle Helping Drive a Timber Industry Success Story

Women in Leadership: Ashleigh Doyle Helping Drive a Timber Industry Success Story

The Quiet Work That Protects Women and Children

The Quiet Work That Protects Women and Children

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