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A time when the IRA in ...... Laois turned on the RIC

We are asked to make little sacrifices….”Never before, in living memory, has an Eastertide passed of such an extraordinary nature. All but a commendable few were permitted to venture beyond a mile and a quarter from home. Family units joined ...

04 May 2020 at 17:18

Local News

Laois abbey committee lodge plans for new information sign at historic site

The Aghaboe Abbey Preservation Committee has lodged plans with Laois County Council to erect a new history information sign and a pedestrian opening in the existing carpark wall at the historic site. The committee is celebrating the 50th ...

17 Oct 2024 at 19:53

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125 Years of Local Politics in Laois

2024 marks the 125th anniversary of local government in County Laois. Over these years, there have been notable developments, occasions, conflicts and resolutions in our local political sphere. On this anniversary, Cathaoirleach of ...

25 May 2024 at 15:00

Schools

Laois school celebrates 150 years this month

A Laois primary school will celebrate an extraordinary 150 years in education this month. Mayo National School first opened as Tolerton National School in 1875, and is located near the Laois / Kilkenny border. The school will ...

09 May 2025 at 20:23

Portlaoise

Call to remove Maryborough from Portlaoise maps over 'ethnic cleansing' history

It is 125 years since Portlaoise Commission changed the town's name back from Maryborough, but the English Tudor Queen's name lives on in Google Maps, and a local councillor wants to put an end to it. Non-party Cllr Tommy ...

26 May 2025 at 19:22

Portlaoise

Concern if Portlaoise Plane could fit in door of Laois Museum at courthouse

Would the first plane built and flown in Ireland - the Portlaoise Plane - fit inside the door of the courthouse if it becomes a museum, is a question posed by a Laois councillor. Following the recent condemnation of ...

03 Jun 2025 at 12:22

Pictures & Videos

PICTURES: Laois celebrates 200 years of local church

This June marks 200 years of The Church of St Kieran, Knockaroo, and Laois locals came out in force to celebrate the momentous occasion. For more pictures of the Knockaroo church's bicentenary, click NEXT or ARROW. ...

10 Jun 2025 at 20:23

Arts & Entertainment

Laois locals encouraged to visit heritage sites this summer

This summer, Laois locals are encouraged to visit some of the stunning heritages sites the county has to offer. The Office of Public Works (OPW) is encouraging people to enjoy the sunshine by exploring some ...

28 Jun 2025 at 17:53

Property

PICTURES: Former Laois rectory on property market for €1.1 million

Giving serious Pride and Prejudice vibes, a classic Edwardian house beside the 5-star Ballyfin House Hotel, has come on the market for the first time in 40 years, priced at €1.1 million. Rosnashane House, ...

13 Jun 2025 at 20:52

Pictures & Videos

PICTURES: Laois graveyard holds first cemetery mass in 100 years

A cemetery mass has been held in a Laois graveyard for the first time in over 100 years. For more pictures, click NEXT or ARROW. More on the story below. Photos by Stephen Murphy. It is not known exactly ...

07 Jul 2025 at 20:53

Portlaoise

PICTURES: Wreath laying at statue of Laois revolutionary

Most familiar to Laois people for having JFL Avenue called after him, and for his statue at county hall in Portlaoise, Irish revolutionary writer and activist James Fintan Lalor has been honoured with a ...

03 Jul 2025 at 20:52

Local News

Laois village to unveil new bog oak sculpture

A Laois village is set to unveil a new bog oak sculpture as part of this year's Heritage Week events. Local artist Peter Dooley has designed a sculpture for the community garden in Camross which will ...

16 Jul 2025 at 18:53

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