Portarlington treasure trove collection comes into public ownership of the people of Laois
Extensive Mathews Portarlington archive acquired by Laois County Council
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The archive collection of Portarlington historian Ronnie Mathews has been acquired by Laois County Council for the people of the county.
Mr Mathews, a well-known historian and author of several books on Portarlington, had collected documents, maps and artefacts relating to the town over his whole life, and the collection also includes some items collected by his father Jack Mathews Snr and Grandfather George Mathews.
Laois Library lifeline to community in lockdown
Laois County Library services have been a social frontline response for many people in Laois through the Covid-19 pandemic
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For many particularly over the last year, Laois County Library Service has continued to be a lifeline for a diverse range of people and communities within the county including, the young, students, parents, retired, elderly, and so many more.
Since th start of the pandemic, local libraries in Laois have continued to adapt the way they deliver services within their communities.
Bernie Foran is the County Librarian for Laois.
“The protracted nature of the restrictions is having an impact on our daily lives. We’re all adapting to new ways of living and there are times we have to figure out new ways to live, work and play in this new ‘normal’.