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The President’s Beloved Irish housekeeper
and Washington’s Kindness

By Niall O'Dowd

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Elizabeth Thompson is one of the most intriguing Irish characters who traveled alongside George Washington during and after the Revolutionary War. She was the elderly head of his household and oversaw about two dozen staff for five years during the war, constantly moving with the commander-in-chief as he frequently changed residences to keep the British off his trail. Little is … [Read more...] about The President’s Beloved Irish housekeeper
and Washington’s Kindness

St. Patrick’s Day 2022

By Mary Cucinell and Roisin Chapman
IA Newsletter February 26, 2022

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The beginning of March is bringing with it a new outlook, the world is returning to 'normal.'  As part of that 'normal', St. Patrick's Day parades and celebrations will be back from the east to the west coasts. St. Patrick's Day 2020 fell in the midst of chaos as American citizens began panic buying toilet paper and hand santizer as the country went into lockdown. A year … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day 2022

News Roundup February 26, 2022

Róisín Chapman
IA Newsletter February 26, 2022

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Ireland Reacts to Russian Invasion of Ukraine This week began with news of COVID restrictions being lifted in many European countries, however, overnight, the headlines were dominated with a new story. Russia has invaded Ukraine. Speaking ahead of the invasion, Ireland’s representative to the U.N. has called for a diplomatic solution to the crisis. Speaking at an emergency … [Read more...] about News Roundup February 26, 2022

News Roundup February 19, 2022

Róisín Chapman
IA Newsletter February 19, 2022

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Waterford Woman Sets Irish Freediving Record Waterford City native Kathleen Macdonald has been ranked number one in Ireland for freediving, with a time of 6 minutes 12 seconds. Kathleen began freediving, the sport of diving without use of a breathing apparatus, just 18 months ago and has already achieved 10 national records. During Ireland’s first Covid lockdown, Kathleen’s … [Read more...] about News Roundup February 19, 2022

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