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Laura McLoughlin is editor of the Leinster Express/Laois Live. Laura is a native of Kildare and her mother's family hails from Stradbally, County Laois. She has a Masters in Journalism from Dublin City University and a BA in English and History from Maynooth University. She has been working in the media industry for the last 13 years in newspapers and radio. Laura is based in the Leinster Express office at 107 Main Street, Portlaoise where she leads a talented team of journalists to bring you a quality newspaper every Tuesday as well as all the latest news and sport on our website Laois Live. The Leinster Express has been a trusted source of news for the people of Laois since 1831.
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