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Irish innovation and economic development experts played a pivotal role in the recent Peer Review on the establishment of an Open Innovation Hub in the Vidzeme Region, held at the Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences. The event, hosted by the Vidzeme Planning Region in collaboration with Interreg Europe’s Policy Learning Platform, brought together a diverse group of European stakeholders to discuss strategies for fostering a dynamic innovation ecosystem in rural regions. The Policy Learning Platform under Interreg Europe has proven to be an invaluable resource for local authorities, facilitating knowledge exchange and practical collaboration among regions facing similar challenges.

Carlow County Council advises that a new default speed limit of 60km per hour for all rural local roads in the Republic of Ireland will come into effect on Friday 7th February 2025.

Carlow County Council is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2025 Festival and Events Grant Scheme. Designed to support the creation, development, and promotion of festivals and events across County Carlow, this scheme aims to enhance the local tourism industry and provide engaging experiences for residents and visitors alike.

Carlow County Council with the support of the Department of Transport announces the appointment of consultants, Roughan and O’Donovan Ltd. / AECOM Ireland Ltd. Alliance, to advance the Carlow Southern Relief Road through the design and planning phases of the scheme.

Duckett’s Grove will reopen Sunday January 26th.
Oak Park will remain closed for the weekend as there are several large fallen trees in the park.

The Emergency Call centre opened at midnight last night and will operate until 17.00pm Friday 24th.

Oak Park will remain closed for the weekend as there are several large fallen trees in the park.

Local Enterprise Office Carlow Now Supporting 219 Small Businesses And 1,106 Jobs According To New Figures

Carlow County Council and its Local Enterprise Office in collaboration with the Enterprise Europe Network, is inviting local food and drink businesses, retailers and professional services to participate in an exclusive trade visit to the UK Food and Drink Show 2025. This event, scheduled for Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th April 2025 at the NEC Birmingham, offers an exceptional opportunity for businesses to expand their horizons, uncover growth opportunities, and engage with industry leaders in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Met Éireann has issued an a status Red Weather Warning for Wind for County Carlow

Met Éireann Weather Warning

Storm Éowyn: Gale to storm force southerly winds becoming westerly will bring severe, damaging and extremely destructive gusts in excess of 130km/h

Applications are invited from County Carlow Tidy Towns / Development Associations and Residents Associations who are engaged in or intending to engage in community environmental works or anti-litter initiatives in their localities.