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The Irish Sun
06-07-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
‘Such a shame', gutted customers cry as popular Irish shop confirms closure after 49 years in business
CUSTOMERS of a beloved Irish furniture shop have been left gutted as it will close for good in just days. Madden Furniture, located on Station Road in Ennis, Co 1 A popular furniture shop confirmed its closure on social media Credit: Facebook / Madden Furniture The And it had a huge impact on their community, with customers often raving about how fantastic the service was, including their friendly staff who were happy to help out. However, despite being widely loved by its customers in the community and beyond, the business confirmed the news of its closure on The establishment confirmed that they are READ MORE ON CLOSURES Talking to social media, the Madden Family wrote: "Dear Valued Customers, after 49 incredible years suppling furniture to our community, the time has come for us to say goodbye. "We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thank you for your unwavering support throughout the years. It has truly been a privilege to be a part of your homes and lives." As part of their final farewell to the Ennis community, they have invited the community and their loyal customers to join their farewell closing-down sale. They said: "This is a wonderful opportunity to find fantastic deals on our remaining stock, so don't miss out!" Most read in Money The sale kicks off on Tuesday, July 8, from 11am to 7pm and will last until 7pm on Friday, July 11. People are encouraged to bring their vans, cars, and trailers for collections to make their purchases easier on the day. Farewell to a Community Icon: Visocchi's and More (1) Customers are also asked to bring their outstanding gift vouchers to the store. And for those who have ordered furniture before the closure announcement are assured that their orders "will be fulfilled". They added: "We'd love for you to stop by, reminisce, and share in this bittersweet moment as we wrap up our journey together. "Please be patient with our outstanding team as it will be busy. "We will miss you all dearly and cherish the memories we have created together." 'SUCH A SAD LOSS' Many loyal customers rushed to the comments to share their heartbreak over the popular store closure. One customer wrote: "Wishing you all good health and happiness on the next chapter. So sorry to hear another great shop is closing." Another added: "So sorry to hear this. We were lucky to have such a quality furniture store on our doorstep. "Wishing you all the very best, will pop in to the iconic store for a last shop before you close. Such a sad loss for Ennis." The third person said: "Such a shame, a good quality furniture store gone." Another customer wrote: "Sorry to see another great business go in ennis. Ye greatly to the future and good health. "Michelle have a ball in enjoying retirement. Well deserved."
The Irish Sun
12-06-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
‘It made it harder to keep it going' – Popular Irish pub announces shock closure due to rising costs
A POPULAR pub has shut its doors after five years due to rising costs - and it has left many locals heartbroken. Jamie McTernan, who took over Lizzie Keogh's in October 2019 closed the spot as soaring costs made it impossible for them to keep going without 2 Lizzie Keogh's in Baltinglass Co Wicklow has closed due to rising costs 2 Owner Jamie McTernan said he wasn't going to pass the rising costs on to the locals Credit: Social Media Collect Originally from Bray, Jamie saw the potential in the long-closed venue and worked hard to turn it into a local favourite once more. When The pub soon became a hub for post-match But rising supplier costs started to come and Jamie refused to pass those hikes on to the people who kept the place alive. READ MORE IN MONEY Rather than raise prices unfairly, he made the tough call to close up the 'Heavy heart' He told "And that's just not fair to them. 'Closing the pub was a difficult decision, but with the rising costs and changing times, it made it harder to keep it going the way it probably deserves. MOST READ IN MONEY 'It wasn't dying at death or anything, and a lot of locals were very surprised that we closed, but it was something that had been playing on my mind for the last few months.' Though many locals were surprised, Jamie revealed he had been weighing on the decision for months. Farewell to a Community Icon: Visocchi's and More (1) And he saw his role not just as an owner but a caretaker, holding space for stories, laughs and the 'odd heated darts discussion.' He'll miss the reserved stools, the daily debates and the regulars who made the pub what it was. The annual Christmas event for Crumlin Children's 'Will be hugely missed' But Jamie hasn't ruled out a return to hospitality and hopes someone else might carry the pub forward. He added: 'My best memories will always be running the Christmas meet and greet with Santa and the kids every year in aid of Crumlin Children's Hospital." On One person said: "Ah jaysus no, Will be hugely missed. Gutted." Another said: "I'm very sad to hear this, best luck in the future you deserve it."
