‘The Queen of Blanch’: Roselawn Newsagent owner retires after 25 years running independent business
Carmel Felle is retiring after 25 years of running Roselawn Newsagents in Blanchardstown, Ireland. Her shop has served as a local institution, known for its support of print media and community connection.
Why it matters
Reflects the changing landscape of local independent retail and the decline of traditional print media.
It is like something of a coronation. On one of the hottest days of the year so far, swathes of schoolchildren from St Francis Xavier National School in Blanchardstown file into Roselawn Newsagents. One by one, they emerge with colossal whipped ice creams that would make an Italian gelateria blush.
Human interest story about a local business owner.
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