This is a lovely story and one that I've followed with interest. A lady called Bridie Moore used to run a convenience store and sweet shop in Summerhill, Carrick on Shannon, the shop opened in 1932 and sadly closed in the 1990's. It's wonderful to see that Bridie's great-grandson Mark has recently reopened the shop.... Continue Reading →
Due to popular demand I'm running a second Heart of Ireland day on twitter. This will be on Thursday 23rd March, and I invite you to share your photos and videos of Ireland and use the #heartofireland tag. You can also share your Irish business, or community group. Tell people about your favourite Irish shops... Continue Reading →
On March 1st I hosted a 'Heart of Ireland' day, the idea came to me when I was walking the dog. There was quite a lot of negativity online and I wanted to do something to brighten people's day, so I asked people to share their photos and videos of Ireland using the #heartofireland tag.... Continue Reading →
Leitrim is a beautiful county, full of hidden gems, great food experiences, and some of the friendliest people I've met. It's the perfect place to go exploring, or enjoy a slow adventure. Here are ten photos to inspire you to visit. The first two photos are at O'Rourke's Table, Newtownmanor. The walkway is closed at... Continue Reading →
There was such a great response to my Sligo St. Patrick's Day events that I decided to do a Leitrim one. St. Patrick's Day (March 17th) Parades 12.30pm Aughavas (assembly from The Aughavas GAA) 1pm Carrick on Shannon (Assembly at 12 noon on the Dublin Road) 2pm Fenagh 2pm Keshcarrigan 2.30pm Leitrim Village 4pm Dromahair... Continue Reading →
Knocknashee I love heading off on road trips and I love exploring places that I've never been to before. There's also something about autumnal skies that add to the journey. I left home before the sun woke up and took a drive to Louisburgh in County Mayo, as I reached Knocknashee - the hill of... Continue Reading →