Independent Laois

29/12/2024

Confidential government briefing notes queried whether Irish citizens such as veteran Fine Gael TD Oliver J ­Flanagan had an entitlement to refer to themselves as “Sir” after the receipt of a ­papal honour.

Confidential government briefing notes queried whether Irish citizens such as veteran Fine Gael TD Oliver J ­Flanagan had an entitlement to refer to themselves as “Sir” after the receipt of a ­papal honour.

29/12/2024

From red onion tartlets to mini spiced lamb skewers there’s something to suit everyone’s palette from our celebrity chef to delight guests as you ring in the New Year

Well I hope that you all had a really nice Christmas and that the recipes we gave you last week were of some assistance to you all. At Christmas-it is so nice to press pause and enjoy some quality time with family and friends.

28/12/2024

From Scottie Scheffler’s arrest to the comings and goings of Ireland’s soccer managers, and from the most incredible 100m Olympic Games final to a GAA retirement no one expected, 2024 engaged, excited and enthralled us all

A is for Arrested. Sports stars getting arrested for all sorts of crimes and misdemeanours is nothing new or, indeed, surprising, but when one of the most famous – and clean-cut – golfers on the planet is, first, handcuffed and taken away in a police car, and then has his mug-shot taken while we...

27/12/2024

The family of Imelda Kennan have said they are hopeful gardai will finally make a breakthrough in the case as they mark 31 years since she vanished without trace from her Waterford home

THE family of Imelda Kennan have said they are hopeful gardai will finally make a breakthrough in the case as they mark 31 years since she vanished without trace from her Waterford home.

26/12/2024

Happy St. Stephen’s Day! Whether you’re heading out for a walk, catching a match, or tucking into leftover turkey sandwiches, we hope your day is full of festive cheer! What’s your favourite way to spend today?

26/12/2024

Reilly Kinahan and Miller the stability assistance dog will walk 3km on Christmas Eve in aid of a life-changing charity.

A young schoolboy from Co Laois who has quadriplegic cerebral palsy will walk 3km with his stability assistance dog on Christmas Eve to raise vital funds for Irish Dogs for the Disabled.

25/12/2024

After due consideration over the past three weeks, and rattling through the contenders, here’s the alternative Election 2024 awards.

Not all heroes wear capes and not all villains are bad. The general election threw up its fair share of winners and losers, but there’s a few campaigns, candidates and counts that still deserve a mention beyond the heavy-hitting party leaders and headline-grabbing final figures. After due consider...

25/12/2024

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas 🎄✨ May your day be filled with love, laughter, and plenty of mince pies!

24/12/2024

The big man in red is on his way! 🎅✨ Who’s staying up late tonight to track Santa’s journey?

24/12/2024

The gesture of goodwill will see those working over the festive period receive complimentary drinks in store on Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

In the spirit of giving back during the festive season, Circle K is providing free hot drinks to all members of the Irish emergency services.

23/12/2024

A spokesperson from An Garda Síochána has confirmed that the driver is due to appear before Portlaoise District Court in early 2025.

A motorist caught travelling nearly 50kmh over the designated speed limit while drunk in Co Laois is due in court early next year.

23/12/2024

How do you decorate your home for Christmas? Do you hang a ring of holly on your door or light a candle in the window? 🎄

22/12/2024

Are you a committed ‘shop local’ fan or can you just not find what you’re looking for without going farther afield or online? 🎁 Tell us in our poll below 👇

Have you been doing your best to buy your Christmas gifts and supplies locally this year, or do you feel that you just can’t find what you want without going further afield or shopping online?

22/12/2024

What’s your favourite Christmas memory?

21/12/2024

It’s the age-old debate, Santa or Santy? 🎅 Which do you use? Tell us in our poll below 👇

He’s making a list and he’s checking it twice, but what is it you call old Saint Nick?

21/12/2024

From December 23, TFI Local Link Laois Offaly will introduce a new service between Portarlington in Co Laois and Monasterevin in Co Kildare.

A new bus service connecting counties Laois and Kildare is set to launch just in time for Christmas.

20/12/2024

Are you reaching for the tinsel on November 1 or lucky to get your tree up by Christmas Eve? 🎄 Tell us in our poll below 👇

Do you swap your plastic skeletons for tinsel and twinkling lights on November 1, restrain yourself until December rolls around, or eventually get around to putting the tree up in the days before Christmas?

19/12/2024

The sand and gravel operation will see up to 200,000 tonnes of material extracted annually.

Laois County Council has cleared the way for a major sand and gravel operation near Abbeyleix from which up to 200,000 tonnes of material will be extracted annually.