Strandhill People's Market was back open today after their break for the Sligo Airshow. The team have been busy redesigning the market, so now the aisles are wider and there is more space for wheelchairs or pushchairs to get around. It's nice to have a wider area to walk around too. The colourful umbrellas are... Continue Reading →
Friday Thoughts
Well it makes a change from the Sunday Thoughts post. Same idea, just a different day. It's been one of those weeks where I've just had to keep the head down and get on with things. So many things happening in one week, hopefully next week will be quieter. To add to it all Rocket-dog... Continue Reading →
ArDÚ – Supporting Maternal Mental Health and Wellbeing
I'm always on the look out for new initiatives in Sligo and beyond and if you follow the blog you will know that I've had my own mental health issues. When I spotted ArDÚ on social media I asked more about it so that I could tell you. Aolish, the founder of ArDÚ sent me... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food News – August 2023
There was such a great interest in the July feature of Sligo Food News (read it here) so I've decided to do one for August. Firstly I will start with what I've been eating and drinking in Sligo - and actually it's not that much this month, so to the people who think I eat... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
It's hard to believe that it's the end of July, the year is fairly flying! The weather is absolutely shocking, I don't think there has been a day this month where it hasn't rained. I hope August is kinder, we shall wait and see. The last couple of weeks have been busy, there have been... Continue Reading →
A Stroke of Magic in Ballina
I have a fantastic shop to tell you about and it's in the heart of Ballina, Co. Mayo. If you are a fan of upcycling, you will love this place! It's a real treasure trove of upcycled furniture, every item is so unique and quirky. If you like upcycling your own furniture you can buy... Continue Reading →