Marriage is back in fashion. According to The Irish Voice, more Irish couples are preparing to wed than ever before. In 1999, more than 18,500 couples married in either religious or civil ceremonies, up from 15,000 in 1995. Last year's figures are expected to be even better as many couples scheduled their weddings for the millennium year. Marriage counselors are struggling … [Read more...] about Marrying Madness
Stones in His Pockets
Even The Fonz turned out to celebrate the Broadway opening of the hit Irish play Stones in His Pockets. And it's no wonder, this show is a hit wherever it goes. After enjoying a run as the toast of the town in London, this black comedy by Marie Jones has won glowing reviews in New York, described in The New York Times as "one of those plucky little dark horses so cherished in … [Read more...] about Stones in His Pockets
Robinson to Stay at UN
After her surprise announcement that she will step down from her position as UN High Commissioner on Human Rights when her four-year term expires this September, Mary Robinson has now agreed to remain in the post for one more year. "The secretary General prevailed on me to change my mind," she admitted, but it was letters and E-mails from human rights activists around the world … [Read more...] about Robinson to Stay at UN
A Feast for the Eyes
Patrons of New York watering holes such as Clancy's, Rory Dolan's and Barney Mac's are seeing amazing things on the walls, and no, they haven't had one too many. They're gazing at the murals of artist Paul Joyce who recently exhibited in Houston. Joyce currently works as assistant studio manager for renowned contemporary artist Jeff Koons, overseeing the development and … [Read more...] about A Feast for the Eyes
Adrian Flannelly Show Expands
The Adrian Flannelly Show, part of the Irish Radio Network, has expanded into new markets and extended its Saturday broadcast from two to five hours. You can now catch the show on WJUX 103.1 FM (New York City, Bergen County, Northern New Jersey, Bronx, Westchester, Western Queens and Brooklyn), 94.3 FM (Rockland and Orange Counties, NY), 99.7 FM (Monticello; Sullivan, … [Read more...] about Adrian Flannelly Show Expands