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 →
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.
North West Services Summit to support Regional Business Growth this January
A new Business and Retail Summit taking place in Sligo this January aims to support localย economies across the North West by helping businesses plan, adapt and futureproof for theย year ahead.ย The North West Services Summit will take place on the 26th January 2026 at the Radisson Bluย Hotel & Spa Sligo, bringing together retail,... Continue Reading →
Christmas and St. Stephen’s Day 2025 Activities in Sligo (and one in Ballina)
I know that some people are looking for things to do on Christmas Day and St. Stephen's Day. Here are a few things that I've noticed. Christmas Day Sligo Parkrun 9.30am Doorly Park. Opposite the Cleveragh Retail Park. Find out more about Sligo Parkrun here: https://www.parkrun.ie/sligo/ 10am The annual Streedagh Swim in aid of Focus... Continue Reading →
So Funny Sligo Comedy Festival 2026 Promises the Perfect Christmas Gift โ A Full Week of Laughter Across Sligo Town and County!
The So Funny Sligo Comedy Festival has officially announced its dates for 2026, running from February 9th to 14th, and organisers are already encouraging people to snap up what they say is the โPerfect Christmas Gift โ The Gift of Laughterโ. Now firmly established as one of the most popular comedy festivals in the West... Continue Reading →
Discover Sligo’s Best Christmas Events 2025
There is so much happening in Sligo for Christmas. For Christmas Day and St. Stephen's Day events click here. I put a call out on my social media channels and got a few messages, so I went looking and found so many more. If there's anything that I've missed, send me an email valrobus@gmail.com and... Continue Reading →