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Caring for Veterans

By Tom Deignan
IA Newsletter, November 11, 2023

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Vets Focus on Healing We honor all who have served this Veterans Day, including these military personnel and experts working to ensure that the men and women are getting the help they need. “Our veterans are warriors, and those warriors are trained to look out for their unit, to look out for their battle buddies. But as much as they support everybody else, too often they're … [Read more...] about Caring for Veterans

Meg Ryan’s Irish Heritage

By Megan Smolenyak
IA Newsletter, October 28, 2023

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She’s going back to her acting roots, so I took a dive into her ancestral ones. It’s been a while, but Meg Ryan, America’s rom-com queen, anointed through her memorable roles in When Harry Met Sally, Sleepless in Seattle, and You've Got Mail, is re-emerging with What Happens Later, a movie she co-wrote, directed, and stars in. I’m among the many looking forward to getting … [Read more...] about Meg Ryan’s Irish Heritage

Music from an Irish Cottage

IA Newsletter, October 7, 2023

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Irish fiddler Kevin Burke has always been a forward-thinking traditional musician. His latest production brings together some of Ireland's leading traditional musicians in a new video series,  “Music from an Irish Cottage,"  scheduled for release later this month on Vimeo. Each session features two guests, including Sharon Shannon (The Waterboys, Steve Earle), Seán … [Read more...] about Music from an Irish Cottage

Fantastic Autumn Activities in Northern Ireland

IA Newsletter, October 7, 2023

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The leaves are turning and the nights are drawing in but autumn offers plenty to enjoy in Northern Ireland. Striding through a gorgeous landscape on a bright, crisp day, delving into the fantasy world of Game of Thrones, or celebrating Halloween – these are just some of the autumnal delights to be enjoyed in Northern Ireland. Here are five awesome activities to try this … [Read more...] about Fantastic Autumn Activities in Northern Ireland

The 33rd New York Flax Trust/American Luncheon

Irish America Newsletter September 16, 2023

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The 2023 Flax Trust will honor three distinguished members of the Irish and Irish-American community. John Greed currently serves as Chairman, President, and Chief executive Officer of Mutual of America Life Insurance Company, John has been with Mutual of America for over 25 years. John serves on the board and executive committee of the Greater New York Councils of the Boy … [Read more...] about The 33rd New York Flax Trust/American Luncheon