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Creativity takes many forms — a handwoven textile, a piece of original art, a digital design, a craft steeped in heritage — and each carries within it a story. Carlow County Council's Economic Development Section, working hand in hand with the Library Service, is bringing those stories to life in a new way with the launch of Creativity Chats, a six-part podcast series presented by Alan Swan and funded by Creative Ireland.

The National Cairn Community Games will make a grand return to Carlow this summer, offering a fantastic opportunity for both local residents and visitors from across Ireland to experience the best of youth sport, creativity, and community spirit. With an estimated 15,000 to 20,000 attendees expected over two weekends, this exciting event not only celebrates young talent but also promises to give a significant boost to the local economy.

Four Carlow Farming Families have been shortlisted as candidates for the national Farming for Nature Ambassadors Network. They have been shortlisted, following collaboration between Carlow County Council, Carlow IFA, Carlow ICA, Teagasc, ACRES, NPWS, and partner organisations operating in the county, with the intention of having a Carlow representative in the National Farming for Nature Ambassador Awards in 2026.

Today, Sunday 17th August 2025 Carlow County Fire & Rescue Service attended the Tullow Agricultural Show setting up a stand and demonstrations to promote Community Fire Safety. 

The lush rolling countryside of County Carlow is set to come alive once again with the Lisgarvan House International Horse Trials, taking place from 21st to 24th August 2025. Just two miles from Ballon and easily accessible via the M9 motorway, this internationally renowned event has rapidly become a fixture on Ireland’s equestrian and country lifestyle calendar.

Carlow County Council, in partnership with Carlow Tourism, is delighted to announce the commencement of the Clonegal Heritage Audio Trail Project, a new initiative aimed at enriching the visitor experience and celebrating the rich history and stories of Clonegal village. This exciting project is being funded under the Town & Village Renewal Scheme.

Carlow County Council is delighted to announce a Bulky Waste Drop-Off event taking place from Monday, 19th August to Friday, 23rd August 2025 at Powerstown Civic Amenity Site, Kilkenny Road, Carlow (Eircode: R93 RF22) during normal opening hours. Please note: This offer is strictly for householders only. Commercial customers will be charged usual rates.

Carlow County Council is pleased to announce a once off Mattress Recycling Event for householders, taking place at Powerstown Civic Amenity Site from Tuesday, 5th August to Saturday, 9th August 2025, during normal opening hours.

Carlow County Council in partnership with O Keeffe Social Research, are currently undertaking research to promote circular economy activities in our communities.

Carlow County Council has received confirmation from test results that the water quality in both Bagenalstown Designated Swimming Areas has improved significantly and both are now categorised as Excellent.