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Claire Cronin, U.S. Ambassador to Ireland

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IA Newsletter February 12, 2022

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Massachusetts native Claire D. Cronin presented her credentials on February 10, 2022 to Ireland’s President Michael D. Higgins at his official residence and workplace, Áras an Uachtaráin. Joining her at the official visit were her husband Ray and their two children Kara and Kerry. In a welcome video issued by the U.S. Embassy in Dublin, Cronin graciously expressed her honor and … [Read more...] about Claire Cronin, U.S. Ambassador to Ireland

News Roundup February 12, 2022

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IA Newsletter February 12, 2022

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Leona Maguire Becomes First Irish Golfer to Win the LPGA Leona Maguire has made history as the first Irish woman to win on the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) tour. Maguire edged out American Lexi Thompson, closing with a 5-under 67 for a three-stroke victory in the LPGA Drive On Championship at Crown Colony last Saturday. Speaking shortly after her victory, … [Read more...] about News Roundup February 12, 2022

News Roundup February 5, 2022

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IA Newsletter February 5, 2022

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Northern Ireland First Minister Resigns It’s been a week of shocking retirements from three time All Ireland champion Pádraic Maher to the GOAT of American football Tom Brady. However, the most shocking resignation came on Thursday: Northern Ireland First Minister Paul Givan. The move is thought to be part of the DUP’s response to the Northern Ireland Protocol, which was … [Read more...] about News Roundup February 5, 2022

News Roundup January 29 2022

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IA Newsletter January 29, 2022

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Team Ireland heading to Winter Olympics While Ireland is set to celebrate the beginning of Spring this week, the world looks ahead to the Winter Olympics. Team USA, comprised of 233 athletes, includes 39 previous Olympic medal-winners. Among them is world-renowned snowboarder Shaun White, who, if you couldn’t tell by his red hair, is of Irish descent. Also of Irish descent are … [Read more...] about News Roundup January 29 2022

News Roundup January 22, 2022

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IA Newsletter January 22, 2022

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Covid Restrictions lifted in Ireland After what can only be described as a trying few weeks for Ireland, from a significant surge in Covid cases during the festive period to national outrage over a brutal murder in broad daylight, the government has announced an easing of restrictions beginning this weekend. Taoiseach Micheál Martin said the lifting of restrictions, including … [Read more...] about News Roundup January 22, 2022