When I first started Sligo Hub, there was a dedicated section for local community groups. While the hub is no longer mine, Iโve recently noticed more and more people sharing that they feel lonely or disconnected - particularly those who are new to the area, living in rural parts of the county, or who feel... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food News – February 2026
I've seen a few things of interest online, and I also put a call out for Valentine's Menus, not many got back to me, but here's a round-up with some news, and thanks to the people who contacted me. It's also pancake day in February (on my birthday!) and I'd have loved some pancake day... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Happy February! Itโs St. Brigidโs Day in Ireland, and we have a bank holiday tomorrow in honour of that. Itโs also Imbolc, the start of spring and a sign that the days are getting longer. I have had such a busy week and Iโm totally wrecked today. The best way to describe it was that... Continue Reading →
Earn While You Learn: A Game-Changing Digital Marketing Apprenticeship Comes to Mayo
I recently sat down with Jessica Martin from MSLETB for a chat about the National Digital Marketing Apprenticeship. Honestly, it sounds like a win-win. Itโs completely free for employees (yes, free!), and employers can also avail of a government grant, which makes it even more appealing. Even better news? Applications are now open for the... Continue Reading →
Turning Lived Experience into Meaningful Change: My Work with the ENDOs Project
One of the things I love most about working at Momentum in Leitrim Village is being involved in projects that genuinely aim to improve peopleโs lives. Recently, Iโve been lucky to work on an inspiring European collaboration called ENDOs, funded by the Erasmus+ education and training programme, and itโs one that feels especially close to... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
I donโt know about you, but it feels like January has lasted for at least 300 days! We are finally at the last Sunday in the month, and I did notice a grand stretch in the evening last night. I canโt complain, because when I think back to this time last year, we were sitting... Continue Reading →
Martina Hamilton Triumphs at Showcase Ireland with Sustainability Award Win
I was delighted to read that Sligo based jewellery designer Martina Hamilton has won the Sustainability Award at the prestigious Showcase Awards held as part of Showcase - Irelandโs Creative Expo in Dublinโs RDS. This accolade was awarded in recognition of her standout piece, the รriu 5mm Lab Diamond White Gold Ring, a design that... Continue Reading →