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Leinster Express · 2026-08-31 · news

Laois church applies for planning permission for extension

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-31 · planning

Planning application received: demolish the existing single storey retail unit. Permission to construct a ground floor…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-31 · planning

Appeal decision: WITHDRAWN (date not supplied): carry out development which will consist of: A proposed residential and…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-31 · planning

Planning application received: 1. Removal of existing scrub and failed plantation and the sequential raising of ground…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-31 · planning

Planning conditional: alter site boundary, house, garage and septic tank locations from previously granted permission…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-30 · planning

Planning application received: retain domestic use garage to the rear of dwelling

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-28 · planning

Planning application received: remodel existing carpark to include EV parking and bike parking, Remodel existing site…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-28 · planning

Planning application received: Construct a new bungalow dwelling with proprietary treatment system and all ancillary…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-28 · planning

Planning application received: develop new dwelling house, new septic tank, percolation area and filter system, new…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-28 · planning

Planning application received: part Two Storey Business Enterprise Building consisting of a 2 storey office block (with…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-28 · planning

Planning application received: change of design on previously approved planning permission reg 22/205 to new designed…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-28 · planning

Planning conditional: retain (1) the change of use of existing agricultural sheds to commercial storage and a staff…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-28 · planning

Planning application received: 1) Change of use of an existing former HSE medical centre with a floor area of 66.72 sq.…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-28 · planning

Planning application received: Recreational Fishing Lakes & Associated On-Site Parking Using Existing Vehicular…

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www.garda.ie · 2026-08-27 · news

Electric Picnic Motorists asked to follow Garda Traffic Plan, Official Signage and Garda Directions

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-27 · planning

Planning application received: demolish the existing single storey retail unit. Permission to construct a ground floor…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-27 · planning

Planning application received: enovate and extend existing dwelling including alterations to fenestration, decommission…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-27 · planning

Planning application received: 1, The construction of a silage pit with walls and apron, and all associated site works,…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-27 · planning

Planning application received: retain alterations to the previously approved development (Pl. Ref. 0089), including the…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-27 · planning

Planning application received: 1. Removal of existing scrub and failed plantation and the sequential raising of ground…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-26 · news

Almost a quarter of commercial properties in Laois town lie vacant

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www.laoissports.ie · 2026-08-26 · news

Latest News: Nominations Open for the 2026 Community & Voluntary Awards

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-26 · planning

Planning application received: Alter previously approved Pl. Ref. 24/60224, to include change of house design of House…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-26 · planning

Planning application received: construct a new single storey dwelling, domestic garage, treatment system with…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-26 · planning

Planning application received: construct an extension to the existing church (a protected structure) consisting of a…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-25 · news

Public asked to share concerns at Laois community safety meetings

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-25 · planning

Planning application received: retain dwellinghouse as constructed and retain septic tank and percolation area as…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-25 · planning

Planning application received: Extension & renovation of existing dwelling

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-25 · planning

Planning application received: remove Existing Pitch Floodlights and Provide New Energy Efficient LED Pitch…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-25 · planning

Planning application received: retain a log cabin and all associated site works

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-25 · planning

Appeal decision: CONDITIONAL (2026-08-25): (i) Retain alteration (Roller Door to Side Elevation) made to existing…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-25 · planning

Planning application received: construct a dwelling house, septic tank treatment system, and all associated site works

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-25 · planning

Planning application received: retain new site boundaries, and all associated site works to dwelling house granted…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-25 · planning

Planning application received: INSTALL A “CARRY OUT” OFF-LICENCE AREA FOR THE SALE OF BEER AND SPIRITS OFF THE…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-25 · planning

Planning application received: retain the alterations to the previously approved development (Pl. Ref. 0089), including…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-24 · news

Coffee dock to be kept at Portlaoise hospital after planning permission secured

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Laois County Council · 2026-08-24 · planning

Demolish the existing building on site, and for Outline Planning permission to construct…

Durrow, Co. Laois to demolish the existing building on site, and for Outline Planning permission to construct a supermarket and filling station and all associated and necessary site works

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-24 · planning

Planning conditional: amend previously granted planning permission Ref. 2460259. The proposed amendments comprise the…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-23 · news

From wakes to willow weaving - Laois reimagines the past for Heritage Week

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-21 · planning

Planning application received: retain new site boundaries, and all associated site works to dwelling house granted…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-21 · planning

Planning application received: construct a dwelling house, septic tank treatment system, and all associated site works

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-21 · planning

Planning application received: carry out development which will consist of the following 1) Retention permission for…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-21 · planning

Planning application received: alter previously approved Pl. Ref. 25/60409, to include changes to site boundaries

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-21 · planning

Planning application received: a) retention permission of existing calf rearing shed, dungstead and underground…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-20 · news

PICTURES: People in Laois take part in exciting events for Heritage Week

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-20 · news

Major upgrades to wastewater and sewer system planned in Laois town

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-20 · planning

Planning application received: relocate rear garden vehicular gateway on the curtilage of a Protected Structure RPS…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-20 · planning

Planning application received: instal a "Carry Out" Off-Licence area for the sale of beer and spirits off the premises,…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-19 · news

Plans for modular homes for elderly people in Laois town

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-19 · news

PICTURES: Laois locals gather for riveting events to celebrate Heritage Week

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-19 · news

Chimneys and illegal rubbish burning top causes of fires in Laois

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-19 · planning

Planning application received: retain 1 no. domestic garage and 2 no. outbuildings to the side and rear of existing…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-19 · planning

Planning refused: i) demolsh the existing public house & private residence and all rear extensions. ii) Demolish the…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-19 · planning

Planning application received: erect a new bungalow dwelling, proprietary treatment system and all ancillary site works

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-19 · planning

Planning application received: construct a two storey dwelling house, domestic garage, garden room, septic tank &…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-19 · planning

Planning application received: erect a brass sign name plate and a brass framed menu case on the front facade to either…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-18 · news

Laois community policing meeting to be open to public for first time

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Laois County Council · 2026-08-18 · planning

Construct a dwelling house, connection to public water main, connection to public foul…

Stradbally, Co. Laois construct a dwelling house, connection to public water main, connection to public foul sewer, new splayed entrance and associated site work.

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-18 · planning

Planning application received: demolish existing house & sheds & erection of 6 no. 2 bed elder living houses, plant…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-18 · planning

Planning application received: The development will consist of; the construction of a new dwelling house, site…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-18 · planning

Planning application received: Full planning permission to construct new dwelling house, domestic garage, septic tank…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-18 · planning

Planning application received: retain1 no. domestic garage and 2 no. outbuildings to the side and rear of existing…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-18 · planning

Planning conditional: install a 30-metre-high lattice telecommunications support structure accommodating antennas,…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-18 · planning

Planning conditional: construct 1) two Velux rooflights to the rear of the existing roof, 2) minor adjustments to the…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-18 · planning

Planning conditional: construct a two-storey extension to the side of the existing dwelling house, together with a…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-18 · planning

Planning application received: upgrade and extension of the existing Borris Road Wastewater Pumping Station and to…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-17 · news

Housing development proposed on site behind pub in Laois town

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-17 · news

Green light for construction of 24-hour car wash in Laois

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-17 · planning

Planning application received: Permission for the erection of a bungalow, entrance, effluent treatment system with…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-16 · news

Council steps in to fix unfinished Celtic Tiger estate in Laois as developer defaults

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-16 · planning

Planning application received: place two additional 20ft storage containers on the West bank of the Grand Canal 200…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-14 · news

Plans to revitalise Laois town centre estimated to cost €7 million

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-14 · news

Local photography enthusiasts capture life and heritage in Laois

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-14 · news

Laois car sales showroom to be transformed into play therapy centre

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-13 · planning

Planning application received: construct domestic shed/garage and all associated site works

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-13 · planning

Planning application received: INSTALL AN OFF-LICENCE AREA FOR THE SALE OF BEER AND SPIRITS OFF THE PREMISES,…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-13 · planning

Planning application received: construct a single-storey dwelling house, domestic garage, a new wastewater treatment…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-13 · planning

Planning application received: subdivide Existing Two Storey to Form 2 No. Dwellings and (b) Single Storey Extension to…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-12 · planning

Planning application received: construct one dwelling house, Separate Garage building , entrance, septic tank with…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-12 · planning

Planning application received: erect a bungalow, entrance, waste water treatment with percolation area, and all…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-12 · planning

Planning application received: retain an existing domestic shed, folly wall, sunroom, polytunnel, stable and all…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-12 · planning

Planning application received: replace 1 no. illuminated 12.8m x 3.35m advertising display with 1 no. 6.28m x 3.4m…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-12 · planning

Planning application received: Construction of a new standalone warehouse Extensions to two existing industrial…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-12 · planning

Planning application received: retain a stable building with an associated lean-to storage shed, constructed in a…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-11 · planning

Planning application received: retain domestic garage as built

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-11 · planning

Planning conditional: construct Two-Storey Type Dwelling with Effluent Treatment System & Percolation and all…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-11 · planning

Planning conditional: carry out development at Shalom World (formerly known as Rosetta Nursing Home), Dublin Road,…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-11 · planning

Planning refused: construct a two storey dwelling house, domestic garage, garden room, septic tank & percolation area,…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-11 · planning

Planning conditional: (1) construct new extensions to an existing farm building for housing livestock including a new…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-11 · planning

Planning conditional: construct a domestic garage along with a caravan storage shed adjacent to an existing dwelling…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-11 · planning

Planning application received: retain a domestic shed/studio as constructed, for use ancillary to the enjoyment of the…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-10 · planning

Planning application received: erect a new slatted cattle shed with slatted tanks and lieback area, cattle handling…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-08 · news

Mental health services ‘under increasing pressure’, says Laois TD

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-07 · news

€20m landmark flooding project in Laois town moves forward

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-07 · news

Laois community groups gather for workshop on new €50,000 environmental funding

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-06 · news

HAP scheme ‘not working’ in Laois as rents hit €2,000 for two-bed properties

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-06 · planning

Planning application received: retain a stable building with an associated lean-to storage shed, constructed in a…

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-06 · planning

Planning application received: construct a single-storey extension to the rear of existing dwelling, conversion of…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-05 · news

Dog fouling an ‘escalating problem’ in Laois as fines set to increase

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-05 · news

Laois town gets €80,000 to combat flooding as wait drags on for €20m project

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-05 · planning

Planning application received: (1) demolish extension to the rear, (2) demolish shed to side of dwelling house, (3)…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-04 · news

Maltese Ambassador visits Laois in honour of Ireland’s EU Presidency

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-04 · news

Calls for Laois landowners to propose sites for commercial development

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Existing localnews.ie archive · 2026-08-03 · planning

Planning application received: change of use of existing shop and filling station to Child Care Facility including the…

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-02 · news

Demand for more commercial zoned land in Laois as some sites in 'wrong place'

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Leinster Express · 2026-08-01 · news

‘Significant’ number of projects undertaken for Laois’ first Low Carbon Town

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