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A local TD is scheduled to meet the families of teenagers from Carlow who died in a collision on the M9 last weekend, amidst calls for a strategy to address youth marginalization and criminality.

A prayer vigil was held for a Carlow family, including two sisters and a young boy, who were seriously injured in a crash on the M9 motorway.

A significant watermain upgrade project in Carlow has reached its halfway completion point.

Carlow councillors voted to approve the transfer of two houses, giving effect to a legal settlement in a 'squatter's rights' case, resulting in the council losing the properties.

Campaigners have expressed welcome for new funding allocated to a long-awaited women's refuge in Carlow, Ireland, but are also calling for greater urgency after multiple deadlines for the project were missed.

Patients attending the emergency department at St. Luke’s General Hospital for Carlow and Kilkenny were advised to expect 'significant delays' due to a surge in trolley numbers and intensifying bed pressures.

Construction on a new €1.9 million injury unit for Carlow is scheduled to commence in August, with completion expected early next year.

The Garda watchdog has concluded its investigation, finding no wrongdoing by gardaí who responded to a shooting incident at the Fairgreen Shopping Centre in Carlow on June 1, 2025, where Evan Fitzgerald discharged several shots.

A Carlow man was convicted of rape and sexual assault of a teenager at his home in August 2023, with the victim testifying in court about self-harm following the assault.

The wife of Jackson Fernandes, a Carlow motorcyclist seriously injured after being hit by a stolen pick-up truck that fled the scene, shares their ordeal, expressing relief that he is alive.

Fears have been raised that Ireland's bankruptcy regime is being targeted by foreign nationals attempting to shed millions in debt, highlighted by the case of a German bankrupt who leased a Spanish mansion while claiming to live in Carlow.

A section of the M9 motorway in Carlow, Ireland, has been closed to traffic following a road traffic collision.

Sinn Féin has urged a halt to the closure of Carlow College, a move that would result in the loss of 86 jobs.

Upgrade will provide future wastewater capacity for Carlow town, Graiguecullen and the Crosneen area of Co Laois, while protecting the River Barrow

A missing person was found in serious condition on Mount Leinster in Carlow after a large-scale search operation.

A parish in Wicklow-Carlow is celebrating a monsignor's remarkable milestone of 50 years of priestly service. The event honors his dedication and contributions to the community over half a century.

Carlow County Council has successfully secured a landmark conviction for illegal dumping, utilizing CCTV footage as key evidence in the case.

Emergency services are at the scene of a crash in Carlow Town, marking the second incident in Graiguecullen in less than 24 hours.

A priest has called on the Road Safety Authority (RSA) to improve e-scooter safety following the funeral of a Carlow teenager who died in an e-scooter fall, with his best friend expressing profound grief.

The Irish Independent's 'If You Only Do One Thing' hotlist highlights various cultural events, including the Carlow Garden Festival, Declan O’Rourke’s film debut, and Allta’s swansong.

A 59-year-old man from Carlow, Brian Doyle, has successfully had €1 million in debts written off through a court-backed personal insolvency arrangement, allowing him to keep his home.

An e-scooter driver has been hospitalized following a collision with a car in Carlow.

Families in Carlow and Kilkenny, Ireland, are facing a home care crisis, leading to a lack of promised support hours for those in need.

Photos capture women from Wicklow and Carlow connecting at a wellness event, fostering community and well-being.

Housing Minister James Browne is facing criticism from Ó Broin, who states the minister 'can't pass the blame' for new social homes being diverted to the private market, urging Carlow County Council to expedite construction.

Ireland is on alert for potential Russian-backed 'hybrid threats' as it prepares for its EU presidency, with Gardaí investigating possible Moscow involvement in an email warning of mass shootings sent to Carlow schools.

A restaurant in Carlow, Ireland, was issued a closure order on May 15 after staff were observed handling raw chicken before making dough without washing hands, among other food safety failures.

In the latest IBAL litter rankings for Irish cities and towns, Carlow has shown improvement while Kilkenny has lost its 'clean' status, dropping to 30th place.

Carlow County Council's chief executive apologized after a developer controversially switched half of the homes in a new social housing estate to the private market at the last minute, leaving families on the waiting list disappointed.

Tributes are being shared following the sudden death of the dedicated curator of Carlow Museum.

The Garda watchdog is set to issue a formal report one year after a shooting incident at a Carlow shopping centre, where Evan Fitzgerald, 22, took his own life after discharging several shots.

Twenty schools in County Carlow, Ireland, received emails threatening a mass shooting, leading some to close as a precautionary measure.

Various events and activities are planned across Kildare, Carlow, and Kilkenny for the June bank holiday weekend. Offerings include vintage car rallies, boat trips, festivals, horse shows, and comedy performances.

Carlow College, an institution with over 240 years of history, has announced plans to phase out its operations. The winding down process is expected to take place over the next two years.

A 54-year-old woman has died following an assault at her home in Carlow, Ireland. A suspect was arrested and interviewed but subsequently released without charge.

A property in Carlow, Ireland, demolished a decade ago without permission, has still not been restored, with court documents indicating the owners' "clear and unequivocal unwillingness to comply" with a 2017 court order.

A small crowd attended the understated funeral service for 18-year-old Jeremy O'Brien in Askea, followed by his burial at St Mary’s Cemetery in Carlow town, after he died in a wrong-way crash on the M9.

A shadow hangs over Carlow as locals unite to support a family injured in a crash on the M9, with residents expressing fear about road safety.

More than €500,000 has been raised for sisters injured in a crash on the M9 motorway, with a prayer vigil scheduled to take place in the Graiguecullen parish in Co Carlow.

The Garreenleen solar farm in Carlow, Ireland, which began construction in June 2024, is now fully operational and capable of supplying electricity to 29,000 Irish households.

The atmosphere in Co Carlow "is one of sadness" following a road collision in which five teenagers were killed and four others, including a child, were injured.

A former nursing home in Carlow will be repurposed to provide emergency accommodation for internationally protected persons.

A long-stalled, half-built housing estate from the Celtic Tiger era in Carlow is set to be completed after the developer's son received planning permission from the local council.

Dr. Brendan T. Coffey, a respected GP in Bagenalstown, Carlow, has passed away, with many patients and colleagues sharing tributes for his dedication and care.

Tirlán Co-op has announced the acquisition of three pharmacies located in Thomastown, Ballyhale, and Borris, expanding its existing pharmacy network.

The wife of a father-of-four motorcyclist killed in a collision with a car in Leighlinbridge, Co Carlow, has paid an emotional tribute to him, expressing profound grief.

A minister in Carlow was compelled to close their constituency office for an afternoon following a series of 'very threatening and serious' calls and voicemails received.

Carlow is one step closer to establishing a domestic violence refuge after funding was approved, identifying the area as a priority location under the Third National Strategy on Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.

In her victim impact statement, the young woman said she was working towards healing with those who supported her by her side.

Firefighters in Carlow, Ireland, have acquired a new All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) to strengthen their capacity to respond to wildfires. The new equipment aims to improve frontline operations against blazes.

A community in Carlow, Ireland, has discovered a unique method to combat the summer heat by organizing swimming sessions under the stars.

Leisure and residential properties in Carlow are presenting a range of prospects, indicating varied opportunities in the local real estate market.

A new 'conversation bench' is set to be unveiled in Carlow, designed to encourage public connections and conversations in the Irish language.

Campaigners are criticizing the closure of Carlow College as a 'smash and grab' operation, which will result in 87 staff redundancies and the withdrawal of its courses.

Gardaí in Carlow are urging parents to educate young people on the dangers of e-scooters following two serious crashes involving the devices in Carlow Town within days of each other.

An Irish doctor has been convicted of systematically defrauding the Health Service Executive through its medical card payment scheme after a two-week trial at Carlow Circuit Court.

During the fraud trial of a doctor in Carlow Circuit Court, a former principal medical officer at the Primary Care Reimbursement Service testified that the Health Service Executive (HSE) pays general practitioners 'completely on a trust basis.'

A 24-year-old man was taken to a Dublin hospital with serious head injuries after falling from an e-scooter in Graiguecullen, Carlow, marking the second such incident in the area within days.

More than €6 million in funding has been approved for the repair of roads in Carlow and Kilkenny, Ireland, which sustained damage during Storm Chandra.

A 17-year-old, identified locally as Janis Ozols, has died in an e-scooter incident in Carlow, prompting a local councillor to call for a 'clampdown' on e-scooters.

Developers are reportedly considering opening a 24-hour gym in the former New Look unit at Fairgreen shopping centre in Carlow, a concept previously suggested by the centre's manager.

St. Patrick's football team is preparing for a short journey to Carlow to participate in the regional football Féile competition.

Carlow has been recognized as Ireland's top county for e-waste recycling, saving a record 12.2kg per person from landfills last year.

Holland Pianos, a family business from Carlow, was chosen to restore Kodaline frontman Steve Garrigan's piano for a new RTÉ TV series, bringing the instrument back to life.

A priest from Carlow is remembered for the significant and lasting impact he made during his time serving in Wicklow.

A public meeting will be held to support staff at Carlow College after the institution announced on May 19 that it will be winding down its operations over the next two years.

The Seven Oaks Hotel in Carlow, owned by Anthony Graham who is retiring after 25 years, is anticipated to sell for more than €7.5 million.

A woman in her 50s is in critical condition following a multi-vehicle collision that occurred in Carlow, Ireland.

Gardaí have issued an urgent public appeal for information regarding a missing 16-year-old teenager from Carlow.

Schools across Carlow, Ireland, have closed after receiving threatening emails warning of a shooting, with gardaí currently assessing the credibility of the threats.

Six-foot-tall scarecrows have begun appearing around Carlow Town, prompting curiosity about their purpose and origin.

A woman from Carlow shares her experience of having her ovarian cancer symptoms initially misdiagnosed by doctors as trapped wind.

A woman in her 50s has died just over two weeks after she was found seriously injured in a home in Co Carlow.

Blustery rain and spot flooding expected in Dublin, Carlow, Kilkenny, Waterford, Wexford and Wicklow

A priest offered prayers for those killed and injured in an M9 motorway crash during a funeral in Carlow town, Ireland, which saw a visible garda presence.

A community group in Carlow has rejected a €12 million fund offer from promoters of a hydrogen storage project, deeming the proposed scale of storage too dangerous to be located near a village.

Funeral arrangements have been announced for teenager Alex McCarthy, who died in a crash on the M9, along with four other teenagers known to authorities in the west Wicklow and Carlow areas.

There is shock in Carlow following an M9 crash involving three sisters and a young nephew who were en route to Dublin Airport, with a minister wishing the family a speedy recovery.

A school located on the Carlow-Wicklow border celebrated its debs ball, with photos capturing the event.

Employees at Tullow Credit Union in Carlow, Ireland, are scheduled to vote on whether to pursue industrial action. The decision could lead to disruptions in services at the financial institution.

Motorcyclist Darell Nolan, living in Tinahely, Co Wicklow, was killed following a crash with a car in Leighlinbridge, Co Carlow, and fellow bikers plan to form a guard of honor.

The family of Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra, a 33-year-old fashion designer originally from Co Carlow, has filed wrongful death proceedings in the US. Nolan-O’Slatarra was found dead on a yacht in New York in August 2025.

A High Court judge has confirmed a rescue scheme for Rathwood, a Co Carlow retailer, which will secure 62 jobs and pave the way for new ownership and management.

Alan O'Reilly, known as Carlow Weather, was interviewed about the technology behind weather forecasting, as the warm weather begins to fade and people check their phone's weather apps.

An investigation by Fiosrú has concluded that there was no criminal offense committed by An Garda Síochána in the death of Evan Fitzgerald at a Carlow shopping center.

A man from Carlow has been jailed after being convicted of raping his former partner's sister, who testified in court about the lasting impact of the offense on her life.

Wexford is set to host a variety of events for the August Bank Holiday Weekend, including music, theatre, art exhibitions, and family-friendly activities.

A Carlow family remains in the dark regarding the mystery surrounding Martha Nolan-O’Slattara’s death on a Montauk yacht last year, still awaiting answers from a second autopsy.

Firefighters in Carlow, Ireland, will begin training in lifelike emergency scenarios using virtual reality headsets. The VR technology will also be utilized to educate the local community on safe house fire evacuation and the proper use of fire extinguishers and blankets.

An organization from Carlow has been shortlisted for the 2026 national age-friendly award, recognizing its efforts in creating an inclusive environment for older adults.

The planned integration of Carlow College into South East Technological University has been declared 'never realistic', leading to the institution's closure despite previous expectations from students and staff.

A motorcyclist's helmet and safety gear are believed to have saved his life in a crash involving a stolen pick-up truck in Carlow.

The Carlow garda chief has expressed alarm over the level of speeding on the N80 road, where an average of 129 drivers are caught daily.

Various organizations and clubs in Carlow have prohibited e-scooters from their events in response to a series of serious crashes involving the devices.

Irish singer Daniel O’Donnell made a surprise visit to Carlow and Kilkenny, delighting fans while sampling food at local establishments like The Mullichain Café and Goodly Barrow.

Gardaí have launched an urgent appeal for public assistance in locating a 15-year-old boy missing from Carlow, expressing concerns for his welfare.

A 38-acre residential farm located in Carlow is being guided at €18,000 to €20,000 per acre and is scheduled for a public auction in July.

A woman from Carlow has transformed a dilapidated car into a showpiece, using it to raise money for charity.

A 30-year-old man from Carlow has been sentenced to seven years in prison after pleading guilty at the Central Criminal Court to grooming and abusing a teenage girl. The conviction highlights a serious case of child exploitation.

Gardaí have issued urgent appeals for public assistance in locating two missing individuals: a 29-year-old man from Donegal and a 15-year-old teenager from Carlow last seen in Limerick.

A school located on the Wicklow-Carlow border has hosted its inaugural talent display, showcasing various student abilities.

Almost 1,200 homes are set to be built on newly unlocked lands in the Irish counties of Carlow and Kilkenny.

A public demonstration has taken place at Carlow College, with staff and students rallying to secure the future of the institution.

An Irish Paralympian made a surprise appearance as a secret guest for Active Schools Week 2026, delighting students in Carlow-Wicklow.

There has been a surge in learner drivers in Carlow, Ireland, with the RSA website indicating that those booking a test today could face a wait until August 2026.

An Irish-owned energy company has announced plans to develop a significant long-duration energy storage plant near Tullow in County Carlow. The project is estimated to cost €2 billion and aims to enhance energy infrastructure.

A History and English teacher from Carlow has advised Leaving Cert students to avoid using current AI trends to predict exam questions, emphasizing that while AI is a useful study tool, it should not be relied upon for this purpose.

A school situated on the Carlow-Wicklow border held a celebration for its graduating class of 2026, with photos capturing the event.

Schools in Carlow, Ireland, have reopened as gardaí continue their investigation into an emailed mass-shooting threat that caused widespread concern.

Gardaí are investigating a threatening email that led to the closure of several schools in Carlow.

Carlow College, the second-oldest university-level institution in Ireland, is set to close after nearly 250 years, resulting in the redundancy of its 90 staff members.

A Carlow man has been sentenced to four years in prison for a series of offenses including assaulting gardaí, dangerous driving, and endangerment, described by a judge as a "continuous rampage."

Rathwood, a home and garden center based in Carlow, Ireland, has chosen the Small Company Administrative Rescue Process (SCARP) as a quicker and more cost-effective insolvency solution, halting customer refunds in the process.

The Holland family of Carlow, Ireland, continues a seven-generation tradition of piano tuner-technicians, with customers often returning through generations.