Tag: Travel Connection
Cleveland Comhrá: Our Little Blue Dot
“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” This quote by British Polar explorer and advocate for the protection of Antartica and renewable energy, Robert Swan, strikes to the core to
Irish Lit: St. Kevin’s Miracles
Saint Kevin, the sixth century Glendalough saint, was an ascetic and hermit who slept on stones, ate little but herbs and roots, prayed in freezing water, and wore mostly animal skins. He spent much of his time
Donnybrook: Irishtown Bend Enters New Age
The Irishtown Bend Park project in Cleveland has reached a significant milestone with the approval of the final conceptual plan, focusing on hillside stabilization and the development of a new park. This initiative safeguards vital commercial routes and enhances the city’s urban landscape.
Donnybrook: Sinn Fein Leading Polls
A recent poll by Ireland Thinks reveals Sinn Fein leading over the traditional parties in Ireland but not enough for an outright majority in the Dail Eireann. This could pave the way for Sinn Fein to lead a coalition government, possibly alongside Fianna Fail. Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern will receive the Sean MacBride Humanitarian Award, and the Peter Leneghan Entrepreneurial Foundation donated $10,000 to St. Edward High School. Irish-American Artist Dr. Maureen O’Leary is showcasing her work in Westport, and Gerry Quinn of Quinn’s Irish Radio Show received recognition from Mayo County Council. Also, there’s concern regarding the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill, opposed by many major political parties.
Terry from Derry: The Myth of Identity
By Terry Boyle ‘Are you Irish?’ I am asked this question all the time. It should not surprise me. My accent is a dead giveaway. I suppose that matters could be […]
Cleveland Irish: Mis Casamigos, Sus Casamigos
By Francis McGarry It’s 1800, and do you know where your children are? Not the tequila, but the year. Casamigos is the go to at The Lounge; particular tastes might […]
Editor’s Corner: You’ll Never Beat the Irish …
Do you feel the wind beneath our wings? Things are coming back, not just to normal, but to even better. From the Irish American Arts & Culture Awards to the […]