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A recently completed partnership project between South East Technological University (SETU) Carlow, Carlow County Council and the local charity retail sector has put students at the heart of tackling textile sustainability and circular economy challenges in Carlow town.

The economic vitality of any County is inextricably linked to the success and resilience of its local business community. Recognizing this, the Economic Development Unit of Carlow County Council has launched is hosting a series of networking and information events during May 2026 to support local SME’s in gaining further state supports in their business.

Applications are now open for one of Ireland's most prestigious international trade events, with a closing date of Tuesday, 20th May 2026. Carlow County Council's Local Enterprise Office is encouraging craft and creative businesses across County Carlow to apply for a place at Showcase Ireland's Creative Expo 2027, as applications are now officially open.

Entries to Blas na hÉireann, the Irish Food Awards, are now open, calling on producers from across Carlow to take part in the biggest competition for quality Irish produce on the island of Ireland. Now entering its 19th year, Blas na hÉireann has grown into the definitive benchmark for excellence in Irish food and drink, celebrating the producers who define the country’s dynamic food landscape.

A small business from Carlow could be one of 31 who get a chance to exhibit as part of this year’s Local Enterprise Village at the Ploughing Championships in September.

Franchise staff from Carlow County Council will be in St. Catherine’s Services Centre from 9am to 1pm on Thursday the 30th April for National Voter Registration Day.

A team of enterprising students from Co. Carlow are celebrating a major achievement after securing a place in the national final of this year’s Student Enterprise Awards.

The global textile industry stands at a critical crossroads, where traditional craftsmanship must integrate with the rapid advancements of the digital age to remain competitive. As part of this evolution, the Digitext project funded under Erasmus + has announced a strategic study visit to the Kilkis and Thessaloniki regions of Greece, scheduled for 2–5 June 2026.

Carlow is celebrating a major youth-led sustainability success, as students from Tullow Community School were crowned Southern Regional Winners at the Relove Fashion Competition Grand Final, held recently at Dublin City University (DCU).

Carlow households are invited to take part in free local e waste and battery recycling days this May, hosted by WEEE Ireland in partnership with Carlow County Council. Residents can recycle any item with a plug, battery, or cable – from large appliances and electronics to batteries of all sizes – safely and free of charge. The initiative makes it easy to clear out unused electrical items locally while supporting Carlow’s strong record in sustainable recycling and helping recover valuable materials for reuse.