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Late Ann Delaney remembered as being 'the heart and queen' of Dublin homeless community

The Late Ann Delaney has been remembered as being "the heart and queen" of the Dublin homeless community. Father Jimmy O'Reilly made the comment as he officiated the funeral of the beloved Laois woman, who was found unresponsive outside a Tesco ...

29 Feb 2024 at 15:33

National News

Shock and sadness after sudden death of hurler while out jogging in Laois

The death of a popular local man has caused widespread shock and sadness in Ballacolla and across Laois. John ‘Jack’ Delaney of Kyledellig, Ballacolla was out jogging near his home in Ballacolla when he collapsed on Tuesday, December 5. It’s ...

07 Dec 2023 at 11:33

Recent Deaths

'A great neighbour and friend' - Tributes paid to 91-year-old Laois great-grandmother

Tributes have been paid after the sad passing of a 91-year-old Laois woman. Bernadette (Ber) Smeaton (née Hennessy), 17 O'Daly Terrace, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, December 4th. 2024, passed away peacefully at the Midland Regional Hospital ...

05 Dec 2024 at 17:33

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Family of student killed in road crash say 'animal' behind the wheel should be locked up

A sister of Joe Drennan said the man who killed the young UL student “should have been locked up like the animal he is” at the time of the fatal road traffic collision. Sarah Drennan fought back tears as she read out an emotional ...

13 Dec 2024 at 15:59

Local News

'He left our Joe to die on the street pinned under his car': Family of Midlands student killed in road crash say 'animal' behind the wheel should be locked up

14 Dec 2024 at 13:33

National News

RIP: 'Taken too soon'- Shock and heartbreak as young nurse dies suddenly

Tributes have poured in for a young man remembered by many as a wonderful nurse who was "taken too soon". Liam Loughnane from Rathnamanagh, Portlaoise and formerly Galway City died suddenly on Friday 22nd August 2025. ...

25 Aug 2025 at 10:52

Recent Deaths

RIP: 'A true one off'- Tributes to paid to Laois nurse who died suddenly

25 Aug 2025 at 12:33

Deaths

RIP: 'A character like no other'- Tributes paid to popular Laois man

Heartfelt tributes have rushed in for popular Laois man Jim Fingleton following his recent passing. Jim passed away suddenly on the 8th February, 2025. Jim will be missed deeply by his loving wife Elizabeth, his ...

12 Feb 2025 at 19:33

Deaths

RIP: 'Father Tommy was a gentleman'- Tributes pour in for Laois priest

Tributes have poured in for Laois Father Thomas O' Shea who will be greatly missed by his family and parish community. Father O' Shea peacefully passed away on the 21st February, 2025. He is dearly loved and ...

24 Feb 2025 at 13:33

Deaths

RIP: Deep sadness in Laois as 'beloved' father and teacher passes away

There has been great sadness in the Spink community in Laois in recent days following the passing of Joe Dowling. Mr Dowling, a talented musician has been remembered fondly particularly by Spink Comhaltas, ...

08 Aug 2025 at 22:33

Deaths

RIP: Heartfelt tributes pour in for popular Laois man from whole community

Heartfelt tributes have poured in following the passing of Laois man John Duffy. John Duffy of Capard, Rosenallis and formerly Emo Court and Balally, Dundrum, Dublin, died on Wednesday, February 5, ...

07 Feb 2025 at 14:33

Recent Deaths

RIP: Tributes to Laois mum of eight who died suddenly at home

Tributes have poured in for Laois woman Ann Gorman who has recently died unexpectedly at home. A resident of Cherry Grove in Portlaoise, the deceased is greatly missed by children Michael, Martina,...

06 Mar 2025 at 12:33

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