Families of Dundalk on Dundalk FM
Families of Dundalk is a brand new radio series presented by Joanne Lavelle, well known in Dundalk for her work in property and her deep connection to the local community. Broadcast on Dundalk FM 97.7, this series celebrates the heart of Dundalk, its long-established family businesses and the people behind them.
Set in the vibrant town of Dundalk, Co. Louth, this 6-part series brings listeners behind the scenes of some of the town’s most recognised and trusted businesses. Joanne Lavelle sits down with local business owners to uncover their stories, their challenges, and the lessons learned from serving the Dundalk community across generations.
With Dundalk continuing to grow as a thriving hub for business, culture, and community, Families of Dundalk highlights the importance of supporting local and preserving the legacy of independent family-run enterprises.
About Families of Dundalk on Dundalk FM 97.7
This 6-part series explores the role that independent family businesses play in Dundalk.
In this series, Presenter Joanne Lavelle, who herself is an independent 2nd-generation businesswoman in Dundalk, gets to meet some of the longest-standing families operating in our town centre. She finds out how they started, how they have evolved and overcome challenges, and what is important to them as independent business owners. Joanne also checks in with some local experts to ask their views on how Dundalk is as a town, and a place to live, thrive and do business. These include a local historian, an academic, a devoted town centre advocate and Dundalk Chamber of Commerce.
Common themes emerge in these very personal, honest and genuinely enjoyable conversations: the importance of families serving families, the critical role that Dundalk’s Business Improvement District Scheme (BIDS) has played in raising the experience for Dundalk’s shoppers, the unique values of an Irish family business and the joy that all of these local businesses have in serving the visitors, shoppers and clients of Dundalk.
You can visit Dundalk FM on their website here.
Listen to Families of Dundalk Episodes
Dundalk is home to a wide range of independent family-run businesses that have stood the test of time. From retailers to service providers, these businesses are built on trust, reputation, and community support. Families of Dundalk shines a light on these stories, offering listeners a deeper appreciation of the people behind the shopfronts.
Supporting local businesses in Dundalk has never been more important. This series is a reminder of the value these businesses bring to the town, not just economically, but socially and culturally. By choosing local, you are supporting families, livelihoods, and the continued growth of Dundalk.
Follow along as Joanne Lavelle continues to explore Dundalk’s rich business heritage.
Each episode of Families of Dundalk is available to listen to right here on this page.
Episode 1 of our show is now live!
We spoke to Marie Lynch, Michael Lynch, Menswear, John McGahon, CEO of Dundalk Chamber of Commerce and Liam Gaynor.
Episode 2 is now live!
Our guests include Conor McCormick of McCormick’s Butchers, David McGee of Christy McGee Insurance and John McGahon, CEO Dundalk Chamber of Commerce.
Episode 3 is now live!
Listen in to episode 3 here – featuring Holland Hardware & Connell & Co.
https://www.mixcloud.com/DundalkFMMixcloud/families-of-dundalk
Episode 4 – is now live!
Episode 4 went live on Saturday, 4th April at 11 am on Dundalk FM 97.7, featuring Aaron Rogers – The Gym / Body for Life and Terry Kelly – Terry Kelly Paints.
Episode 5 – is now live!
Episode 5 went live on Saturday, 11th April on Dundalk FM 97.7, featuring Ann McEntaggart from Life Pharmacy in Seatown, as well as Deborah and Chris from Conlon’s Food Deli and Martin McElligott from Dundalk BIDS.
Episode 6 – is now live!
Episode 6 of Families of Dundalk was live on Saturday 18th April on Dundalk FM 97.7, featuring Gerard and Jen McEvoy of McEvoys Stores and Michael Lavelle from Michael Lavelle Estate Agents.
If you want to contact Joanne Lavelle about this show or about your property needs, see our contact details here: https://lavelles.ie/contact-michael-lavelle-estate-agents-dundalk-co-louth/
If you want to find out more about Michael Lavelle Estate Agents, see our about page here: https://lavelles.ie/about-lavelles-local-estate-agents-in-louth/
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