"We Have Never Felt So Happy Anywhere" Ballon In Carlow Has It All

26 March 2025 - 23 mins
Podcast Series My Town

This little gem in the heart of Carlow is brimming with energy and a diverse mix of residents who make it a truly special place. Alison meets Máire in Siopa Glas, an award winning community thrift shop whose motto is “Sustainability is a lifestyle” and they tell us about their important link to the Ukrainian community.  Fadi Almasri tells us his truly inspiring story from arriving as a Syrian refugee in 2014 to opening the town’s first pharmacy. John Paul Payne from Carlow Pride Festival chats in the local café about his journey to bring Carlow their first ever pride parade. Founded in 2019, it made history attracting 3,500 attendees! And finally local photographer Rachel Fennelly tells us h...

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