Discover Islington blog

Time to talk with D’arcy

Local hairdresser D’arcy on hairdressing and mental health

Darcy in Bebop salon

No More Red

Arsenal FC and Islington Council team up to tackle youth violence

Eight ways to boost your mood

A round-up of free ideas and activities to support your mental health

Three women sat together and smiling outdoors

A new lease of life

Tsui-Yee Lau on how a hired sander helped transform her old furniture

Pulling strings

Artistic director Samantha Lane reflects on 60 years of Little Angel Theatre

Home comforts

How temporary accommodation offers a safe haven for the homeless and vulnerable

Christmas wish list

The Islington Life guide to shopping locally this Christmas

A friend in deed

Milena of Manor Garden Centre on helping lonely people through winter

Milena, Manor Gardens

Home and dry

How St Mungo’s is helping tackle homelessness in Islington

Covid-safe businesses

The latest information on the new Covid pass rules

Christmas unwrapped

The Islington Life guide to having a climate-friendly Christmas

A helping hand

Islington Life pays a visit to Elizabeth House food hub