Carlow-based VisionGreen Consultancy, proudly supported by the Local Enterprise Office in Carlow County Council, has been named a winner at the 25th annual National Enterprise Awards, held in the historic Round Room at the Mansion House in Dublin.

On Saturday 24th May 2025 Carlow County Fire & Rescue Service had a team compete in the National Rescue Organisation Ireland (ROI) Competition at Dublin Fire Brigades OBI Training Centre.

Five projects in Carlow have secured a total of €46,284 in funding under the Heritage Council’s 2025 Community Heritage Grant Scheme.

The Heritage Council is distributing more than €1.9 million through the Scheme this year to support 132 heritage initiatives across Ireland.

Carlow County Council – Local Enterprise Office, in partnership with Carlow Tourism, County Carlow Chamber and Network Ireland, has officially launched the 2025 Shop Local, Shop Carlow campaign – a dynamic, countywide initiative aimed at encouraging residents to support local businesses, strengthen the local economy, and promote Carlow as a vibrant tourism destination.

Creative Ireland Carlow and Carlow County Council Arts Service are delighted to annouce a new bursary opportunity in collaboration with Belfast TradFest.

Young musicians aged 18–23 residing in/originally from Co. Carlow are invited to apply for a fully funded residential bursary, offering an unforgettable week of music, learning, and cultural exchange at Belfast TradFest Summer School taking place 28 July - 1 August 2025.

Carlow County Council is delighted to announce the signing of contracts with Duggan Lynch Ltd Building Contractors for the delivery of the Tullow Road Multi-functional Community Hub. This significant partnership marks an important milestone in delivering this project for the community of Tullow Road.

Creative Ireland Carlow is excited to announce this year’s Cruinniú na nÓg programme, inviting all young people to get creative, try something new, show off their skills and take part in one of the 20 free Cruinniú na nÓg events taking place around the County on Saturday 7th June 2025.

Tullow Street in Carlow Town is getting ready to pulse with music and celebration on 7th June in the next Streetfest event called Streetfest Sessions, in association with Scramble Session.

From late morning into the afternoon, the street will transform into a vibrant stage for local music talent, with live performances scheduled across four stage locations at—Tullys, Waterlilies, Scraggs, and Shaws. The event promises to be more than just a musical celebration; it’s a community gathering, a family day out, and a showcase of Carlow’s creative energy.

The Powerhouse Network is proud to launch the Powerhouse South East Innovation Summit an exciting new event in the regional innovation calendar, taking place at South East Technological University (SETU) Carlow on Thursday, 19th June, 2025. This event is designed for business owners, entrepreneurs, and students, offering an energising mix of insight, inspiration, and practical expertise. It is a great opportunity to engage with influential leaders and industry professionals who are shaping the future of business, innovation, and enterprise in the South East.