Dundalk Town

27/08/2026

PEAK!: a practical trading workshop for County Louth businesses and the Launch of Louth’s Look for Local campaign. Local Enterprise Office Louth is hosting ‘PEAK!’ on 28th September.

This workshop is built to help retail, hospitality, tourism, hair and beauty businesses get more from their biggest trading quarter.

Places are limited. Book now www.localenterprise.ie/louth/training-events/online-bookings/peak-a-practical-trading-workshop-for-county-louth-businesses.html

Q4 is where most small businesses make the bulk of their annual profit, but many go into it without a real plan.

In under two hours, participants build a commercial trading plan for October to January: what to buy, when to promote, which dates to target, and how to turn footfall into higher spend per customer.

The session covers:
• Better margin, not just more sales: pricing, bundling and gifting strategies that lift average transaction value
• A promotional calendar mapped to the dates that actually convert, from Black Friday to the January sales
• Practical AI that saves hours on marketing and planning, using tools businesses already pay for
• Simple stock and cash-flow planning, so businesses buy the right lines and don't tie up money in the wrong ones
Every attendee leaves with a finished strategy workbook, trading calendars and a plan ready to put to work.

The workshop will be delivered by Miriam Simon Limited strategic advisor and speaker to founders, CEOs and business owners across retail, hospitality and tourism.

Places are limited, and the first four businesses to book will receive a speed-mentoring sessions, free.

Why Attend:
✅Be part of the Christmas Campaign
✅Learn proven festive trading strategies
✅Access practical AI and marketing tools
✅Increase average transaction value
✅Plan ahead from Black Friday through January

Workshop Takeaways:

✅Improve Profit Margins
✅Create a Christmas Promotional Calendar
✅Use AI tools to Save Time
✅Manage Stock and Cashflow

PEAK! is where Louth businesses prepare for Christmas. Look for Local is how we help customers find them.

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

We are now inviting Expressions of Interest from traders who would like to be considered for the curated Frostival Christmas Market 2026 - taking place over two weekends from Saturday 14th November to Sunday 22nd November 2026.

As part of this year's Frostival Winter Festival , we are reviewing the layout of the Christmas Market areas to improve crowd management, safety and the overall visitor experience.

As the festival experience extends throughout the Carnival of Light parade route, we are reviewing key locations throughout the town centre to establish dedicated trader pitches.

This approach will help to disperse visitors across the wider event footprint and create a more comfortable, enjoyable and engaging experience for both traders and visitors.

Please complete the form below to submit your Expression of Interest https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTZcPQBZhrp5Zws1LmC-rlFJvJDr0SlAG3hr97mbngjyRIqA/viewform

30/07/2026

15/07/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE!!

Roadworks to Begin on Hill Street Bridge Next Week

Louth County Council has announced that significant road maintenance and improvement works will commence on Hill Street Bridge, Dundalk, on Monday, 20 July.

Planned works include the installation of new traffic lights, new kerbing and footpath upgrades, accessibility crossing with drop kerbs and tactile paving, traffic calming measures and full resurfacing of the roads.

The works are due to be completed by Friday, 28 August, in time for the local schools’ return following the summer holiday period, subject to weather and operational conditions.

To ensure the safety of workers and the public, and to facilitate the timely completion of the project, the works will be carried out in three stages, with sections of the R132 (Dublin Road) and R172 (Avenue Road) closed on a phased basis throughout the project.

The traffic management arrangements will be implemented as follows:

Stage 1: Monday, July 20 to Monday, August 3
Hill Street Bridge will be closed from the traffic lights to the junction of Stapleton Place.

Stage 2: Monday, August 3 to Monday, August 17
The R172 (Avenue Road) will be closed from the junction at Tom Bellew Avenue to the traffic lights on Hill Street Bridge. Local access only.

Stage 3: Monday, August 17 to Friday, August 28
The R132 (Dublin Road) will be closed from the old Crosson’s Garage to the traffic lights on Hill Street Bridge. Local access only.

Advance signage and public notifications will be in place to minimise disruption. Pedestrian access will be maintained, and arrangements have been made to ensure access for emergency services at all times. Access for residents and businesses within the works area will be maintained where practicable.

Road users are advised to allow extra travel time, follow all temporary traffic management measures, and use alternative routes whenever possible.

Louth County Council appreciates the public's patience and cooperation during these important works. Every effort will be made to complete the project as quickly as possible.

Relevant updates will be provided on www.louthcoco.ie and Louth County Council’s Facebook and Instagram pages.

09/07/2026

Best of luck to the Louth Team this Saturday in the GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Semi-Final, the whole county is behind you Louth GAA! ❤️🤍

28/06/2026

Great to be highlighted in this RTE article: https://www.rte.ie/news/leinster/2026/0628/1580755-above-shop-grant/?fbclid=IwZnRzaASuFF9wZG9mAWZkaWQWUJgQbjAdp9G05r7QEPlQ5Rgd8c3DaGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR6KPlnJI38jCal_tBFxcR8UPFH9ipbJuXGLkavL4u4sDrL5vyylBsMHQekz3Q_aem_XzyiuYjMu

Dundalk has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade. It has been inspiring to witness its growth and the emergence of new opportunities, thanks to our unique collaboration with Louth County Council and stakeholders involved in this journey.

I have consistently emphasised the importance of not overlooking our town centres. Their narratives can contribute even more chapters to the history of urban regeneration.

"The Living Cities initiative and the Vacant Above the Shop Grant could be game-changers for Ireland’s regional towns, unlocking new rental stock while bringing life back to our main streets. Success will depend on clear outreach to property owners and ensuring strong local partnerships so benefits reach residents and businesses. Let’s stay engaged to make sure these programmes remain fit for purpose and deliver for everyone.




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