When I first started Sligo Hub, there was a dedicated section for local community groups. While the hub is no longer mine, I’ve 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 →
Explore your creative side with Acting for Adults with Isabel Claffey kicking off in January and running for six weeks, or dive into comedy with Stand-Up Comedy led by Terry Markey and John Colleary. Dance enthusiasts can join Dance for Fun with Maeve Foley, while music lovers can discover their true voice in Find Your Voice with Sinéad Conway or improve their ukulele skills with Lisa Cannon. On-screen performers can hone their craft in On-Camera Acting with Monica... Continue Reading →
Ultan Conlon will be a familiar name to anyone who follows the Irish music scene. A regular favourite on Seamie Mac’s Show on Ocean FM and many other stations, his work has also earned national recognition, with Marty Whelan on Lyric FM, and Eve Blair on BBC Radio Ulster naming There’s a Waltz as their... Continue Reading →
Gleniff Horseshoe in Ballintrillick, Co. Sligo, is a beloved location featured in films, including The Death of Robin Hood and The Northman. The author shares excitement upon seeing Gleniff in the trailer for The Death of Robin Hood, which stars Hugh Jackman and Jodie Comer, set for release later this year.
Sligo has once again proved that real change is possible. After spending several years in the Top Ten of the Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) rankings, the town has now risen above 40 other towns and cities surveyed, to claim the top spot. What makes this even more impressive is how far Sligo has come.... Continue Reading →
There's such an interest in food establishments in Sligo, so I thought I'd tell you about Valentino's Café in The Quayside Shopping Centre. They opened in December, 2025, and they are on the Quay Street side of the centre - through Next. I've only been in for a takeaway coffee, but my husband was in... Continue Reading →
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