Happy February! It’s St. Brigid’s Day in Ireland, and we have a bank holiday tomorrow in honour of that. It’s also Imbolc, the start of spring and a sign that the days are getting longer. I have had such a busy week and I’m 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. It’s 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 people’s lives. Recently, I’ve been lucky to work on an inspiring European collaboration called ENDOs, funded by the Erasmus+ education and training programme, and it’s one that feels especially close to... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
I don’t 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 can’t 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 - Ireland’s Creative Expo in Dublin’s RDS. This accolade was awarded in recognition of her standout piece, the Ériu 5mm Lab Diamond White Gold Ring, a design that... Continue Reading →
Discover Community Groups in Leitrim: Activities and Resources
A blog post is being compiled for Leitrim community groups, similar to a previous one for Sligo. It highlights various local organizations offering workshops, support groups, arts and crafts, sports, and volunteering opportunities. Community involvement is encouraged via a feedback form for group submissions. Thank you to contributing members.