George M. Cohan will always be remembered on Broadway. A statue of the late composer and performer, who penned such influential songs as “Over There,” “You’re a Grand Old Flag” and “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” stands proudly in Times Square, saluting all those who pass by. But long before Cohan was a star of the stage and screen, he was a son of Providence, RI. Cohan was born there … [Read more...] about Providence Gives Regards to Cohan
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Titanic Staircase Makes a Grand Entrance
As construction of the impressive and modern Titanic Belfast building speeds ahead, the past mingled nicely with the future on November 12 when a nearly exact replica of the grand staircase that sank with the doomed ocean liner was installed in the building’s Titanic Suite, which is set to become a 1,000-seat banqueting hall. The original grand staircase, built with the rest … [Read more...] about Titanic Staircase Makes a Grand Entrance
Westport
By Tara Dougherty, Staff Writer.
A gem of the west County Mayo is the picturesque home of some of Ireland’s quaintest and most delightful towns. In Westport, traditional music is always bursting from doors of Matt Molloy’s pub, while visits to the Foxford Woolen Mills and the Museum of Country Life provide a taste of rural days in the idyllic west of Ireland. Then, of course, for another perspective on the … [Read more...] about Westport
Belfast
By Tara Dougherty, Staff Writer.
The Vibrant and Cultured City of the North Belfast is a city reborn. It blends the cultural sophistication of Europe with the unique history of the Irish and the vigor of a youthful population. Two highlights of Belfast to plan your trip around are the Titanic Quarter and Belfast’s legendary Festival at Queen’s University. THE TITANIC QUARTER IN BELFAST For those gripped by … [Read more...] about Belfast
Ballybunion Golf Club
By Tara Dougherty, Staff Writer .
A favorite of many and a sight to behold Located in County Kerry, the Ballybunion Golf Club is largely regarded as one of the best in the world, and it doesn’t take long to see why. A favorite of President Bill Clinton, Ballybunion consists of two courses which provide spectacular views through the rolling hills of County Kerry. With the sounds of the sea crashing just beside … [Read more...] about Ballybunion Golf Club