Latest Laois News: Around Portarlington Way
Your latest news from Emo, Killenard and Portarlington
SUMMER CAMP
Summer camp takes place at the Portarlington Community Centre from August 8th-11th, from 10am-2pm. Children ages 4-12 years. For further information, or to book, contact: Lauren at 085-834-0436.
REGISTER OF ELECTORS
To vote you must be registered on the Register of Electors for the area in which you live. You can register at www.checktheregister.ie. If you are already registered, there are 3 items that may require updating on the Register: your date of birth, PPSN and Eircode. You can also update these details at www.checktheregister.ie In addition, staff from Laois County Council will be available in Portarlington Library on Thursday August 10, from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm to assist you in doing this. (Please bring your details with you). Please feel free to call. Appointment not required. If you have any query in relation to the Register of Electors, you can contact Laois County Council on 057 8664105 or by email to registerofelectors@laoiscoco.ie
PORT MEN’S SHED
Well done to 87 year old Michael Dempsey, along with his colleagues at Portarlington Men’s shed for building and donating squirrel feeders and bird nest boxes to the Derryounce project. Wonderful support.
DERRYOUNCE EXPERIENCE
Portarlington Community Development Association (PCDA) have commenced the consultation process for a 10 year plan for Derryounce Lakes and Trails. Link to Survey below. Members of the community are welcome to get involved in the process by providing ideas and suggestions on the future development of Derryounce. E-mail derryounceplan@offalycoco.ie with your suggestions.
PORTARLINGTON LIBRARY
Summer Stars-It is Summer Stars time again make sure to pop into the Library to register the children and keep them reading throughout the summer!
Family Fun Craft Table-Our parent and child craft table will be up and running in Portarlington Library on Wednesday 2nd August , 10am -1pm (or while stocks last) Pop in and have some fun making some lovely flower crafts together. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Summer Treasure Hunt-Pop in to Portarlington Library throughout the month of August and take part in our Summer Treasure Hunt. Solve the puzzle and win a small prize.
Talk on the Conservation of Portarlington Railway Station-Join David Orford for a talk on the conservation of the buildings of Portarlington railway station on Thursday 17th August at 8pm. To book call 057 864343751 or email portarlingtonlibrary@laoiscoco.ie
Register to Vote-Need help getting on the register? Come along to Portarlington Library on August 10th 2pm-4.30pm and find out how to register online.
Little Library Bags-Have you a child starting school in September? Make sure to pop into the Portarlington Library and pick up their FREE Little Library Bag. Packed full of books and tips to help make the transition to primary school easier it is an invaluable resource.
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to the family of Kathleen Fahy (nee Ray), Arlington Estate & formerly Bolton, England, who passed away on Thursday July 20. Kathleen was predeceased by her loving husband Jim. She will be sadly missed by her family Jan (Broughan), Marie & Sean, brother Michael, sister Anne, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours & friends. Kathleen’s funeral Mass took place on Sunday July 23 at St Michael’s Church, Portarlington, with burial in St Michael’s Cemetery. May Kathleen’s gentle soul rest in Peace.
CEMETERY MASSES
The following are the dates for Cemetery Masses for the Parish. Emo old Cemetery-Saturday August 12 at 7.30pm.
LAOIS AND OFFALY EDUCATION AND TRAINING BOARD·
The 𝗤𝗤𝗜 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟲 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 is an ideal course for anyone looking to develop their leadership skills and learn to encourage others to thrive in the workplace. Commencing in Mountmellick Further Education and Training Centre in September for 14 weeks – one evening per week from 6.30pm-9.30pm. Please register at https://loetb.com/lead
Club Bingo Online
Bingo books are available at Dowling’s Gala Killenard, or at Whelehans Newsagents, Main St Portarlington. Eyes down at 8pm every Friday. If you’re not in you can’t win!
ARLINGTON AFC
Arlington soccer club are now recruiting. Calling all born in 2009 interested in playing football next season. Parents/Guardians can pop a text to Coach Alan on 086 060 9253 with name & year of birth & Alan will be in contact with training details.
PORT GAA NEWS
LOTTO-Laois Clubs combined Lotto draw takes place as usual, every Tuesday night. Next week’s Jackpot is €8,200. Tickets can be bought from club members or online via www.play.clubforce.com.
BINGO
Bingo at Port GAA Centre every Tuesday night at 8pm. Over €3,000 in prize money to be won. Free parking and wheelchair accessible.
Bus runs every week to the Centre from around the town. If you are interested in being picked up and collected please ring Johnny Mooney at 0857761253 for more information.
GRACEFIELD LOTTO–Lotto results for July 24. Numbers drawn were 9-28-7-8. No winner of Jackpot. €50 each to Rita Kelly, Ownie Connor, P Kavanagh, Danny & Sadie Crampton & Sheila Clarke. Promoter’s prize-Colette O’Reilly. Next week’s Jackpot-€5,800.
