Place: County Laois

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

<p> Noel Fitzpatrick @ProfNoelFitz with Keira in August 2020. "Keira means the world to me and I can’t imagine life without her. I know lots of you feel exactly the same about the dog in your life. Thank you to all the dogs out there who give us so much joy and love."</p>

advice

She was my best friend in the whole wide world — Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick's beloved Keira has died

The border terrier gave him "magnificent unconditional love" says Professor Noel Fitzpatrick

general

Question of Taste: Clive Davis of Cork LGBT+ Pride Festival

news

Watchdog assessing Covid-19 risk for mental health centres and facilities

news

State 'bending rules' for Rochestown murderer, grieving families say

news

#GE2020: Voters defy Storm Ciara with strong turnout as polls close

news

Over €7bn spent on residential property sales in first six months of 2019

Meat plant owners granted High Court injunctions against protesters

The owners of up to a dozen meat plants today have been granted temporary High Court injunctions restraining groups of protesters from blockading their factories and intimidating staff and suppliers.

Tue, 27 Aug, 2019

Co Cork towns to be among the first area to benefit from smart meter project

Bandon and the surrounding areas in Co Cork are set to be among the first areas in the country used for the rollout of Ireland’s €1.2bn State smart meter project.

Fri, 23 Aug, 2019

Update: Missing teen found safe and well

Update: Jordan O'Driscoll has been located safe and well.

Fri, 19 Jul, 2019

Wishlist: Vintage fashion and home-ware are back in style

Feast your eyes on a stunning corner sofa, try a cute lambswool throw or check out new colour trends, but Esther N McCarthy has her heart set on a 1950s style dishwasher

Sat, 23 Feb, 2019

Holiday rentals with a difference

From thatched cottages to light houses to gypsy-style caravans, Ciara McDonnell rounds up some of Ireland’s most unique holiday homes.

Sat, 02 Jun, 2018

Watch: Two men hitch a ride with a truck for a memorable skiing experience in Laois

This is definitely something you should NOT try at home.

Thu, 01 Mar, 2018

The battle facing the GAA in rural Ireland

The death of clubs in Laois – and elsewhere – should it come to pass is rooted in the realities of modern life, writes Paul Rouse

Fri, 19 Jan, 2018

Shape I'm In: Mum and model Claudine Keane on being a work in progress

Claudine Keane tries to maintain a balanced diet but allows occasional treats, writes Arlene Harris

Fri, 18 Aug, 2017

Investigations continue after six migrants found in back of truck in Laois

Investigations are continuing after six migrants were found in the back of a truck in County Laois.

Sun, 13 Aug, 2017

38-year-old pedestrian dies following collision with a car in Laois

A 38-year-old pedestrian has died following a crash in County Laois.

Sun, 22 Jan, 2017

Live like royalty for your next getaway in Castle Durrow, Laois

Margaret Jennings felt like the lady of the house on a stay at Castle Durrow in Laois. Here is her experience.

Sat, 17 Dec, 2016

Gardaí release two men in connection with Laois murder investigation

Two men arrested as part of a four-year-old murder investigation in County Laois have been released without charge.

Wed, 09 Nov, 2016

Wednesday lunchtime briefing: Donald Trump elected US President; Kenny offers congratulations. Catch up on the headlines

Good afternoon. Here’s all the news you need to know this lunchtime.

Wed, 09 Nov, 2016

Teenager, who could barely see over the wheel, leads Gardaí on car chase across four counties

An inquiry is underway after a teenager broke out of a care centre in Laois and stole a car to go home, prompting a garda pursuit across four counties.

Sat, 29 Oct, 2016

Laois hotel named number one in the world

Ballyfin Demesne, in County Laois has been named the world's No.1 hotel according to the influential US travel magazine, Conde Nast.

Wed, 19 Oct, 2016

Wednesday lunchtime briefing: Ministers who vote against 8th amendment Bill should resign, says Howlin. Catch up on the headlines

Good afternoon. Here’s all the news you need to know this lunchtime.

Wed, 19 Oct, 2016

This much I know: John Spillane, Singer Songwriter

I never dreamed that I could be anything as fabulous as a performer. It was beyond my wildest dreams.

Sat, 01 Oct, 2016

Update: Caelob O'Neill found safe and well

Update: 5.05pm: Caelob O'Neill has been found safe and well.

Tue, 06 Sep, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed today with our evening briefing

Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today

Tue, 06 Sep, 2016

Four gardaí injured after patrol cars are rammed; three men arrested in connection with burglaries

Four gardaí have been injured after a stolen car rammed their patrol cars early this morning.

Tue, 12 Jul, 2016

Nearly one in five TDs are landlords, registry shows

About 20% of the country’s political representatives are landlords, according to the most recent registry of members interests.

Tue, 17 May, 2016

Campion motors to the rescue of young Cork talents

A passion for motorsport engendered by rally icon Billy Coleman has inspired Cork native John Campion to assist a group of young talented drivers.

Fri, 19 Feb, 2016

Your Wednesday morning catch-up

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Wed, 23 Sep, 2015

How to improve your golf game in 15 steps

Simon Lewis urges you to forget the excuses and get golfing this year.

Tue, 20 Jan, 2015

Gardaí to begin fresh dig for remains of missing Fiona Pender

A search for missing woman Fiona Pender is to begin in County Laois after gardaí revealed there had been a major breakthrough in the case.

Fri, 05 Dec, 2014

This Much I Know: Willie White, Artistic Director of the Dublin Theatre Festival

I’m a rational thinker. I don’t really believe in fate.

Sat, 04 Oct, 2014

Third food refusal protest hits asylum accommodation centre

Residents of another accommodation centre for asylum seekers have begun refusing food.

Fri, 12 Sep, 2014

Trial starts of Portlaoise man accused of nanny's murder

A 25-year-old Portlaoise man has gone on trial accused of murdering 30-year-old nanny, Aoife Phelan.

Tue, 13 May, 2014

Gunman hijacks woman's car outside shop in Laois

An investigation has been launched into the armed hijacking of a woman's car in County Laois last night.

Tue, 10 Dec, 2013

Noonan: budget will be tough, but 'we need to close out the game'

The Minister for Finance, Michael Noonan, said he is not fixed yet on the size of the correction needed in next month's budget.

Mon, 16 Sep, 2013

Thyestes beckons again for Jadanli

Jadanli will attempt to go two places better than last year in the Goffs Thyestes Chase at Gowran on January 24.

Sat, 12 Jan, 2013

Gardaí investigate fatal Laois shooting

A man has been shot dead in County Laois.

Mon, 24 Sep, 2012

Heavy rain makes roads impassable

Overnight downpours and thunderstorms caused havoc for drivers in the midlands and south of the country this morning.

Mon, 13 Aug, 2012

McGinley heads queue of potential Irish captains

NOT once since the event began in 1927 has an Irishman captained a Britain & Ireland or Europe Ryder Cup team.

Tue, 06 Sep, 2011

Judge imposes one-year sentence on man for 'horrendous' sex abuse

A County Laois man has been given a one-year sentence for sexually assaulting his niece when she was 11 years old.

Fri, 20 May, 2011

Laois-Offaly goes against the grain by returning two Fianna Fáil deputies

LAOIS-OFFALY bucked the national trend by electing two Fianna Fáil TDs, only the second constituency in the country to do so.

Wed, 02 Mar, 2011

Fears of bridge collapse in Co Laois

There are serious fears that a bridge in County Laois is about to collapse.

Fri, 11 Feb, 2011

Drop in trip proves just the tonic for New Phase

AMATEUR Robbie McNamara took the riding honours at Cork yesterday, completing a fine double on New Phase and Mississippi River.

Mon, 15 Nov, 2010

Night porter tied up in armed raid on Laois asylum centre

Gardaí are investigating an armed raid on an asylum centre in County Laois in the early hours of this morning.

Wed, 14 Jan, 2009

Gardaí appeal for witnesses to Laois fatality

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal hit and run in County Laois in the early hours of yesterday morning.

Fri, 26 Dec, 2008

Gardaí investigating woman's death search houses

Gardaí investigating the death of Yvonne O'Shea - whose body was recovered from the Grand Canal - have carried out a number of searches at houses in Dublin and Kildare.

Fri, 12 Dec, 2008

Laois car accident claims life of woman

A 24-year-old woman has been killed in a road crash in County Laois.

Sat, 18 Oct, 2008

RSA slams 'awful weekend' after spate of road deaths

The Road Safety Authority has described the last 24 hours as "an awful weekend" after seven road deaths around the country.

Sun, 03 Feb, 2008

Laois man gets seven years for sexual assault

A married Laois man, who sexually assaulted a young girl over a number of years, has been jailed for seven years by Mr Justice Paul Carney at the Central Criminal Court.

Fri, 11 Jan, 2008