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A range of traditional gifts sure to delight. For many people, Christmas would not be the same without the classic Irish traditions treasured by generations of families and passed down from Irish ancestors: lighting a candle in the window to welcome Mary and Joseph; Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve; decorating doors with holly wreaths not to be taken down until “Little … [Read more...] about An Irish Holiday Gift Guide
The Irish Emigrant newspaper, in partnership with IrishCentral and Irish America magazine, is proud to announce the winners of the Irish Heroes of New England Awards. The awards, to be held in Boston at historic Faneuil Hall on November 7, will honor those Irish Americans who showcased, through selfless acts of bravery and dedication, all that is good in the Irish American … [Read more...] about Irish Heroes of Boston Marathon and Sandy Hook to be Honored in Boston
Two new apps designed by New York and Ireland-based photographer and web designer Martin Sheerin stand to please trivia-loving GAA fans. Designed as timed 20-question speed rounds, the two trivia apps test knowledge of the past and present of Gaelic football and hurling. The apps, Gaelic Football Trivia Quizzard and Hurling Trivia Quizzard, took Martin, a native of Tyrone, a … [Read more...] about Fans of the GAA:
There’s a New App for You
In many cases, the most lasting impact of tragedy is not the loss of possessions, but a loss of perception, a world view so utterly changed that it can be nearly impossible to remember what was once taken for granted. In the Rockaways, a new exhibition by local artists visualizes the three stages of such an occurrence. “Calm / Storm / Rebirth” is, as its title suggests, an … [Read more...] about One Year After Sandy, Rockaway Exhibition Grieves, Hopes
Now in its 28th year, Irish America magazine’s annual Business 100 recognizes the most influential and innovative Irish-American and Irish-born leaders in business today. This year's distinguished honorees will be profiled in the 2013 Irish America Business 100 special edition, to be released in early-December, and will be feted at the 28th Annual Business 100 Awards Luncheon … [Read more...] about Irish America Announces Michael J. Dowling as Business 100 Keynote
