Over 90 sites across Ireland received the honour this year.
A Westmeath marina has been awarded a blue flag.
Quigley's Marina in Athlone was one of 94 sites in Ireland to be recognised by An Taisce this year.
The award highlights marinas and beaches around the world which promote high enviromental standards.
Of the 85 beaches awarded Blue Flag status last year, 82 retained the recognition for this year's bathing season.
Quigley's Marina was one of nine to receive the award in 2024.
Laois Parks Honoured With Green Flags For Community And Environmental Excellence
An Taisce recognised 128 green spaces with awards this year.
Laois Sports Hub Opens For Visually Impaired and Physically Disabled Athletes
The VIP Hub in Portlaoise by Laois Sports Partnership is the first of its kind in Ireland.
Nominations Open For 2026 Offaly Business Awards
The Tullamore and District Chamber of Commerce Business Awards takes place in January.
IFA Welcomes Sean Kelly’s Lead Role In EU CAP Environmental Report
The MEP will draft CAP, food safety, climate, and animal welfare policy for 2028–2034.
Kare Honours Three Decades Of Community Employment Success
The company has operations in Offaly, Kildare and Wicklow.
Enterprise Minister Defends Construction Sector Numbers
Longford-Westmeath TD Peter Burke says there's enough workers to meet housing plan demands.
Medication Management Failings Flagged At Disability Centre In Laois
The Portlaoise facility met or substantially met 12 other regulations during its August inspection.
Laois TD Questions Farm Plastics Recycling Scheme Over Site Clearance
The IFFPG maintains that all site waste under their jurisdiction has been eliminated.
Government’s Long Awaited Housing Strategy Criticised By Sinn Féin
The new housing plan aims to build 300,000 homes by 2030.
Former GAA Referee Sentenced To Six Years And Nine Months For Abuse Of Niece
Thomas Howard pleaded guilty to a number of charges.
Approval Delays Leave Laois Town Vulnerable With Flooding
Mountmellick has suffered flooding across the town over the past week.
Offaly Journalist Recognised As Podcast Wins News & Current Affairs Award
The first ever All Ireland Podcast Awards took place last night.
Taoiseach Pledges To Support Fastway Workers And Contractors
Laois TD Brian Stanley raised the matter with Micheal Martin.
Man Released In Laois Under Cross-Border Terrorism Investigation Linked To Sinn Fein Senator
He also attended a rally for President Connolly during her election campaign.
Strong Winds And Rain Expected Today For Most Of Country
Significant rain is expected throughout the day with a risk of flooding.
Man Arrested In Relation To Terrorism-Related Laois Investigation Released
Three men have been held over the investigation over the last week.
Midlands Autism Group Calls For Action As 16,000 Children Await Assessments
The figure has grown since the first quarter of the year.
Westmeath Heritage Park Awarded Funding Under Rural Tourism Fund
Dún na Sí Amenity and Heritage Park is among 11 projects to receive supports.
Blooming Minds Circle Creates Community For Neurodivergent Children In Laois
Blooming Minds Circle formed last January.
Weather Warning Issued For 13 Counties
County's in Leinster are under warning from 11am tomorrow.
