We are currently experiencing technical difficulties with our phone lines and they are temporarily out of service.

Our internet service provider (ISP) is actively investigating the issue, and we are working closely with them to restore service as soon as possible.

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience while we work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

As a precautionary measure to safeguard public health, Carlow County Council is issuing a Bathing Water Prohibition Notice for designated bathing areas along the River Barrow at Bagenalstown effective today, 16 July 2025.

Forest Fire Danger Rating - Condition Red – Extreme Fire Risk
Status Yellow - High Temperature warning for County Carlow

Public urged to "Enjoy the Water but Respect the Risk" Over Coming Days
As Ireland anticipates a warm and sunny weekend, Water Safety Ireland is reminding those who will be drawn to beaches, lakes, rivers and canals to enjoy water activities responsibly and to be aware of potential hazards.

Due to exceptionally high demand and the large volume of applications already processed in 2025, Carlow County Council will temporarily pause all private housing grant schemes.

The Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) of Carlow and Kilkenny County Councils are thrilled to announce the launch of the Spark Series, a new vlog series offering entrepreneurs and small business owners valuable insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories from some of the region’s most successful business leaders.

In today’s challenging economic climate, businesses across all sectors are grappling with rising costs, tightening margins, and financial uncertainty. From inflationary pressures and supply chain issues to the cost of energy and financing, these challenges are impacting profitability and long-term sustainability for companies of all sizes. To help local enterprises respond effectively to these conditions, Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet and Carlow County Council – Local Enterprise Office are hosting a targeted Management Development Seminar on Tuesday, 24th June 2025, from 10:00am to 12:00noon at the Seven Oaks Hotel, Carlow.

Carlow County Council Franchise Staff will be visiting Tullow Library this Thursday 12th June from 10am to 12pm to assist people to update their details on checktheregister.ie or register for the first time.

Carlow’s creative community is being invited to take part in a unique opportunity that blends heritage crafts with sustainability and innovation on a European stage. Stone & Soul: Sustainable Lithography, Linoleum and Paper for Contemporary Artists is a three-day hybrid workshop and hackathon taking place from September 5–7, 2025, at the Craft Academy Sweden, hosted by the renowned Helliden Folk High School in Skövde, Sweden.

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.