CURRENT ISSUE:  OCTOBER 2023

Akron Irish: Feel the Power

Akron Irish Powerscourt

When friends ask us about planning a trip to Ireland, Dublin is always at the top of their lists. They ask about the pubs, Trinity, Guinness and th

Cleveland Irish: Where Did O-H-I-O Come From?

Francis McGarry delves into the historical narrative of Ohio, connecting it to global conflicts and economic forces. It highlights the impact of the Beaver Wars, the introduction of corn, and the role of Native American groups in shaping the region. McGarry also touches on Irish trade in Ohio and the presence of the Irish in colonial America.

Illuminations: The Escape from Lincoln Jail

By J. Michael Finn At the end of the Easter Rebellion in May 1916, hundreds of Irish were imprisoned by the British. In December 1916, due to pressure from Irish-America, […]

Illuminations: The Crash at Truskmore Mountain

Illuminations:  The Crash at Truskmore Mountain By: J. Michael Finn As this column has previously noted, Taioseach of Éire (pron: tee-shock), Eamon de Valera maintained a curious kind of neutrality […]

Cleveland Irish: For Whom the Bells Toll

Cleveland Irish: For Whom the Bells Toll By Francis McGarry The bells in Ireland were formerly called crotals, a term that appears to be from the old Irish. The crotals […]

Cleveland Irish: Someone’s Past

Cleveland Irish: Someone’s Past By Francis McGarry My graduate Professor, Michel-Rolph Trouillot, taught me a few things. One was always cut the cards; actually, that was Mr. Dooley. One was […]

Speak Irish: Counting in Irish

Speak Irish: Counting By Bob Carney Athbhliain Faoi Mhaise! Tá súil agam go bhfuil tú go maith.  There are different number systems in Irish, just as there are in English. […]