Irish shoppers are being encouraged to "think local" this Black Friday.
Irish shoppers are being encouraged to "think local" this Black Friday.
The annual shopping day is in full swing, with significant discounts being offered by retailers and online stores.
Longford Westmeath TD and Junior Enterprise Minister Robert Troy says whether its buying a gift or a voucher everyone has the power to make a difference this Christmas:
Laois Chamber says it wants to turn Black Friday green.
Caroline Hofman says Portlaoise has free parking on a Saturday on the run up to Christmas to encourage more people to shop in the town.
She's been speaking with Will Faulkner on the Midlands Today Show:
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