THE “transformative” Carlow town centre plan took a decisive step forward last week, heralding the way for a fresh new look for the town centre.

In the third in a special series of articles The Nationalist's Marie Bohan looks at the challenges and opportunities facing Carlow town centre

From a burgeoning café culture to digital grants that boost local retailers, new life is emerging in Carlow’s core.

Carlow town centre is in transition. Derelict buildings and empty shops tell one story, but the raft of new businesses and vibrant eateries that have opened up tell a different tale. So is the town dying on its feet or is the future so bright we’ll have to wear shades? In the first of two-part series, Marie Bohan looks at the challenges and opportunities facing Carlow town centre