TEAM members from Ireland’s Italia 1990 squad were reunited in Dublin over the weekend. President Michael D Higgins hosted a special reception at Áras an Uachtaráin to honour the Republic of Ireland international football team who represented the country at the 1990 World Cup in Italy. Irish President Michael D Higgins and wife Sabina with (back row, from left) David Kelly, … [Read more...] about Ireland’s Italia 1990 football squad reunited in Dublin
Dana shares family’s shocking emigration story during emotional St Patrick’s concert
SINGING royalty Dana launched the St Patrick’s celebrations in Co. Down over the weekend – where she shared personal stories of her family’s experience of emigration. The former Eurovision Song Contest winner, whose full name is Dana Rosemary Scanlon, gave a special concert at the St Patrick Centre in Downpatrick on March 15. The two-hour show featured songs and stories from … [Read more...] about Dana shares family’s shocking emigration story during emotional St Patrick’s concert
Renowned Irish singer Seán Ó Sé kicks off St Patrick’s Day festivities in Derby
SINGER Seán Ó Sé was on hand to get the St Patrick’s festivities underway in Derby. The west Cork native was at St Mary’s Church in Bridge Gate on March 15 where he led in the singing 'as gaeilge' of the Seán O' Riada Mass. Derby's St Patrick's Parade arrived at Derby Irish Centre on Beckett Street (Pics: Gerry Molumby) The service marked the opening ceremony of the annual … [Read more...] about Renowned Irish singer Seán Ó Sé kicks off St Patrick’s Day festivities in Derby
President Higgins thanks ‘people of Ireland’ as he celebrates final St Patrick’s Day as head of state
PRESIDENT Michael D Higgins has thanked the people of Ireland for 'placing their trust' in him as he celebrates his final St Patrick's Day as the nation's head of state. The President and his wife Sabina will lead the national celebrations in Dublin today, which will see them travel from Áras an Uachtaráin to St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral where they will attend St Patrick's Day … [Read more...] about President Higgins thanks ‘people of Ireland’ as he celebrates final St Patrick’s Day as head of state
A happy St Patrick’s Day!
St Patrick’s Day was celebrated around the globe this weekend, with celebrations taking place across five continents. The Irish Post Would like to wish the entire community of the Global Irish a very Happy St Patrick’s Day! From Dublin to Boston and from London to Sydney — and most stops in between — our Patron Saint was celebrated and feted. It was a cold day in London — a … [Read more...] about A happy St Patrick’s Day!