Lisa Molloy will also oversee the county's enterprise and economic development.
Laois could have more festivals coming its way in the future.
That's according to the newly appointed Head of Tourism at the local authority, Lisa Molloy.
Ms Molloy will also oversee enterprise and economic development of the county in her new role, and oversee the Invest Laois campaign to attract investment into the county.
She says it would further help the sectors locally:
Tributes Paid To Westmeath Country Singer Ahead Of Funeral
Father of the Sheerin Family Band, Dan Sheerin is being remembered ahead of his funeral.
Another Westmeath Player Wins Lotto Draw
The online EuroDreams player will win €2,000 a month for the next five years.
Government Needs Stronger Road Safety Measures - IRVA
The Irish Road Victims Association is making the call after attending a roundtable discussion at Leinster House.
National Steam Rally Returns To Laois
The Woodlands Estate in Stradbally hosts the 62nd edition of the event this Bank Holiday Weekend.
Offaly Outdoor Swimming Pool Holding Community Open Day Tomorrow
The Shannon Bank Park in Banagher is hosting its full opening tomorrow.
Bank Holiday Weekend Set To Bring Mixed Weather To Midlands
Offaly's Cathal Nolan, from Ireland's Weather Channel says there's a bit of everything in store.
Laois Councillor Thanks Emergency Services For Quick Response Following Meadow Fire
Councillor Paddy Bracken is praising them for their work at the scene in Mountmellick's Smith's Field yesterday.
117 Midlands Children Classified Homeless In June
The Department of Housing has released its latest homelessness figures.
