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It is called after members of the O'Moore family. Rory O'Moore was a rebel involved in the organising of a rebellion in 1641. He was born in Laois. An uncle of his, also Rory O'Moore was also involved in Irish rebellions. There were other O'Moore's also involved in rebellions.
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What is County Laois's population?
The population of County Laois is 80,458.
When was County Laois created?
County Laois was created in 1556.
What is County Laois's motto?
County Laois's motto is 'I bpáirt leis an bpobal'.
What is the main town or city in laois?
Portlaoise is the main town in county Laois.
Are there any mountains in County Laois?
There would be some mountains in county Laois, though they are not very high. The Slieve Bloom mountains are a range that are partially in county Laois and neighbouring counties.
What is the county town of Laois?
There are no cities in County Laois. It's main town is Portlaoise. Other towns include Stradbally, Durrow, Borris in Ossory, Mountrath, Abbeyleix, Mountmellick, Emo, Castletown, Ballinakill, Donaghmore, Killeshin and Ballyfin. There are some others too.
Why will you not find a headland in county laois?
It is landlocked.
Is Laois the second largest county in Ireland?
No. Galway is the second largest county in Ireland. Laois is much smaller and is only the 23rd largest of the 32 counties.
Where is graiguenaskerry in Ireland?
There may be a townland in County Laois of that name.
What are the football colours for county Laois?
A dark blue and white.
Where were the carpets made for the titanic?
abbeyleix, county laois ireland.
What is the Irish word for portlaoise county?
Portlaoise is a town the county is Laois, the Irish is - Contae Laoise
