An old friend dedicated to family, neighbours and community who left a legacy in Portlaoise and Laois was how Dick Sides was remembered at his funeral Mass befo.
There is no statutory basis for sentence reviews in cases of children found guilty of committing serious crimes and the area is "crying out for legislation.
The sad passing has taken place of Dick Sides - a Laois man who championed, fought and worked for his community over many years in particular for services at Po.
THE death of community hero Dick Sides has brought deep sadness in his native Portlaoise and throughout the county. The 92-year-old from the Ridge Road was…