That Curious Love of Green
The journey west from Leitrim to Louisburgh, Co Mayo did not seem long. Mum, Dad, my brother Colm and I were for Clare Island in Clew Bay. This was the home of the pirate queen Grace O’Malley and her clan, is home to 160 people […]
Margaret O’Farrell cautions against keeping goats but everything else? ‘Why not?’ she says… ‘Every suburban garden should at least have a couple of hens.’ Margaret and Alfie run Oldfarm in Tipperary where they rear free range, gmo free pigs. Whether you want to sample one […]
I’m so happy to be able to bring you a great interview today with our very own (from Ballinamore, Co Leitrim) International Athlete and two time Olympian in the 50km walk, Colin Griffin. Colin is currently combining training and a much deserved holiday with his […]
Sharon Sweeney is a neighbour, a wife and mother, the driving and creative force behind Cannaboe Confectionery making dream cakes for all occasions. Her home on the Willowfield Rd is a literal hub of baking, family life and the comings and goings of satisfied customers. […]
Clair O’Neill and her mother Maeve are the creative team behind ‘Meab Enamels’. They use the ancient art of open fired enamelling to create colourful jewellery and other unique products. Their collection includes beautiful bowls, brooches, pendants, earrings and a high quality silver collection. 1. […]
I’m sure that local readers will already be familiar with Lena’s Tea Room in Carrick on Shannon but most of us can’t even imagine how a lovely place like Lena’s comes to be, the lifelong passion and daily hard work, the long hours or the […]