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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › County_LaoisCounty Laois - Wikipedia

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   mark code. LS. Website. Official website. County Laois (/ liːʃ / LEESH; Irish: Contae Laoise) is a county in Ireland. It is part of the Eastern and Midland Region and in the province of Leinster. It was known as Queen's County from 1556 to 1922. [3] The modern county takes its name from Loígis, a medieval kingdom.

2. laois.ie › libraries › local-historyGenealogy Resources | Laois County Council

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   Genealogy Resources. Public libraries may provide genealogy resources such as church, land and census records, parish registers, local newspaper archives, street directories and online databases so that library users can research their family history. Genealogy - Laois Local Studies.

3. laois.ie › heritage-and-conservation › archivesPublic Archives Access | Laois County Council

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   Public Archives Access. Archive Services provide researchers, students and the public supervised access to archives in a dedicated reading room.

4. laoislocalstudies.ieLaois Local Studies – Showcasing Laois History and Heritage

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   Laois Local Studies was established to collect, preserve and make available for reference, material relating to the history and heritage of County Laois. It is home to the Laois Collection, a specialist collection on the local, social, political, economic and geographic history of the county.

5. laois.ie › libraries › local-historyLocal History Resources Access | Laois County Council

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   Laois Local Studies is a reference library and research centre dedicated to the collection of material on all aspects of life in Laois. This rich collection, much of it unique, consists of books, journals, newspapers, maps, photographs, audio-visual recordings and archives.

6. www.irishcentral.com › travel › county-laoisCounty Laois - Stats and facts - IrishCentral

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   May 16, 2024 · Nickname: O' Moore County /Queens County. Population: 84,697 (as of 2016) Area: 664 square miles. Province: Leinster. County town: Portlaoise. GAA colors: Blue and White. Common surnames:...

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   What is Laois local studies?

   • Laois Local Studies was established to collect, preserve and make available for reference, material relating to the history and heritage of County Laois. It is home to the Laois Collection, a specialist collection on the local, social, political, economic and geographic history of the county.

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   Where is County Laois located?

   • County Laois (/ liːʃ / LEESH; Irish: Contae Laoise) is a county in Ireland. It is part of the Eastern and Midland Region and in the province of Leinster. It was known as Queen's County from 1556 to 1922. [ 3 ] The modern county takes its name from Loígis, a medieval kingdom. Historically, it has also been known as County Leix.

   County Laois - Wikipedia

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   Where did Laois County get its name?

   • The modern county takes its name from Loígis, a medieval kingdom. Historically, it has also been known as County Leix. Laois County Council is the local authority for the county, and is based in Portlaoise. At the 2022 census, the population of the county was 91,657, [ 2 ] an increase of 56% since the 2002 census.

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   What is the Laois collection?

   • It is home to the Laois Collection, a specialist collection on the local, social, political, economic and geographic history of the county. A dedicated member of staff is available to assist and support members of the public with their research and queries. The collection and service are open to all by appointment.

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   Who is Laois County Council?

   • Laois County Council is the local authority for the county, and is based in Portlaoise. At the 2022 census, the population of the county was 91,657, [ 2 ] an increase of 56% since the 2002 census. The first people in Laois were bands of hunters and gatherers who passed through the county about 8,500 years ago [citation needed].

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   How did Laois get its name?

   • Laois received its present Irish language name following the Irish War of Independence. Laois was also sometimes spelt "Leix". Portlaoise (previously Maryborough) is the main town of the county. Loígis was the subject of two organised plantations or colonisations by the Kingdom of England in 1556 and 1607.

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8. lovetovisitireland.com › discover-the-charms-ofDiscover the Charms of County Laois - Love Ireland

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   Jan 7, 2024 · From ancient castles and historic gardens to scenic mountains and unique festivals, County Laois offers a diverse range of attractions and activities. Immerse yourself in the heritage of the Rock of Dunamase, wander through the neoclassical splendor of Emo Court and Gardens or explore the picturesque trails of the Slieve Bloom Mountains.