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Periscope

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Niall, IrishCentral's founder and publisher, is a believer and expert in all things Irish and Irish-American.

Boston immigration center apologizes to young woman they turned in to U.S. authorities - “The IIIC is deeply sorry for the hurt and upset that this incident caused the young woman”

IIIC apologizes to Irish intern in New YorkIn an abrupt turnaround, the Irish International Immigrant Center in Boston (IIIC) has apologized to the young J-1 Irish visa holder it turned in to US authorities after they claimed.....Read More


From the Right

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An American with Irish roots living in California. Took an interest in politics when politics took an interest in me.

The Irish should be remembered by America this Memorial Day for their great military service

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People and Politics

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Patrick, a longtime Washington, D.C. insider, brings his political savvy to our readers.

No U.S Ambassador to Ireland in place until September at least say insiders - No envoy in Dublin for Barack and Michelle Obama trip to Ireland in June

Former US Ambassador Dan Rooney and President Barack ObamaThere will be no US ambassador to Ireland in place until at least September say Washington sources who state that a couple of top names have been derailed because of background.....Read More


Allen's Ireland

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Paul Allen slices and dices the news as it happens from Ireland and gives his unique take on events.

Irish politicians would have been better off staying at home for St. Patrick's Day

Enda Kenny and his wife sign a girder at the World Trade Center (Photo: James Higgins)In the supposed year of the Gathering, and with the country’s coffers still struggling, our politicians would  have been be better off welcoming.....Read More


Boston Irishman in Ireland

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A closer look at Irish politics and current affairs and the relationship between Ireland and the US

Ireland and abortion - A divided country, an depressing and ongoing debate

An Irish protester over Savita Halappanavar's death, caused by being denied an abortion, holds a sign that reads "SHAME"In Ireland, there is simply no issue that so inflames passions and ignites heated argument as abortion  Probably.....Read More


Danny Boy

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IrishCentral's Daniel O'Carroll reports back on what's news and happening in the Emerald Isle.

National hero Donal Walsh loses battle with cancer - teen's optimism and courage inspired thousands

Donal Walsh: Irish teen dies, 16, afterfour year cancer battleKerry teenager Dónal Walsh, whose optimism and courage in the face of a terminal cancer diagnosis saw him labelled a 'national hero', died last night aged 16Tributes.....Read More


Irish Media Nation

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Media feedback with an Irish accent: media pro John Lee explores Irish connections to communications today.

YouTube previews "new" sport set for Dublin kick-off - VIDEO

YouTube video and online stories are calling "FORE!" about a new sport set to debut in May on the outskirts of Dublin called Footee, a mash-up of golf and soccer football, played on a golf course with a soccer ball and no more.....Read More


Sidewalks

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The author of “Irish Americans: Coming to America,” Tom writes for the Irish Voice, Irish America magazine and the Newark Star-Ledger.

Sleazy secrets and the American Dream of Dublin born spy Kevin Richard Halligen

Kevin Richard HalligenThe dapper British spy living a life of luxury in the Washington, DC area had a secret That’s no surprise..Read More



SPORT BLOGS

From the Bleachers

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Former Irish baseball team international takes a look at sporting events in the US and Ireland

ESPN's earth shattering report on which side of the bed LeBron gets out on

ESPN has gone to great lengths to report on how Michael Jordan had it all wrong, LeBron James can dribble left, or right, or something Here's an exclusive sneak peek at their forthcoming follow up report on which side of the bed.....Read More


Cathal Dervan

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Cathal's name is synonymous with sports both in Ireland and throughout Irish America.

Rugby ace Ronan O’Gara makes us proud to be Irish

Ronan O'Gara celebrates with his Man of the Match medal after the Scotland vs Ireland Six Nations match in 2011There’s a hotel outside a provincial airport in England that could easily belong in the comedy series starring fictitious.....Read More


Sean O'Shea

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Sean believes there is no sport, no match, no title, and no title the Irish should not, and cannot, win.

Orb should win Preakness easily, Oxbow up for second

OrbOrb quite simply looks unbeatable in the Preakness Stakes, the second leg of the Triple Crown at Pimlico todayDon’t take my word for it ask the owners and trainers of the second, third and fourth place finishers behind Orb.....Read More



ENTERTAINMENT BLOGS

Amy Andrews Gossip Girl

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Amy is a step away from the hottest stars and celebs, and a step ahead of their spin-controllers!

Former Nickelodeon star Amanda Bynes arrested for drug possession in New York

Amanda BynesThe troubled actress was taken into custody by police on Thursday night, who visited her New York City apartment after responding to a call for a disorderly person, and she was booked for criminal possession of marijuana,.....Read More


Irish dating dish

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Tales from the battle ground of the Irish dating scene.

Irish crave getting romantic in the sun - wet weather makes for spontaneous daydreams

Irish have the travel bugA new survey shows that Irish people daydream more often than other Europeans about taking a spontaneous holiday, and that they would most prefer to go with their significant otherA survey conducted by.....Read More


Manhattan Diary

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Cahir is the Arts Editor of The Irish Voice, our sister publication.

Violent attacks on gays in New York up 70 percent in 2013

 Mark Carson, the 32-year-old gay man shot and killed by a homophobe early Saturday morning in New York He was standing on street corner when I came into view Tipsy and moving in that weirdly delicate slow motion way that drunk.....Read More


From The Hob

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Superbly well-informed, fair and funny, Paul is a true professional in the world of traditional Irish music.

Shanachie founders Daniel Michael Collins left his mark on New York’s Irish music scene

Dan Collins (left) fiddling with Frankie GavinThe New York area lost another one of its giants whose legacy will be forever entwined with the preservation and promulgation promotion of Irish traditional music beyond the Big AppleDaniel.....Read More


Off The Record

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Mike has followed Irish and Irish American music, in all its many forms, for years in The Irish Voice.

Friends and fans hold an Irish wake for Mickey Finns’ front man Ray Kelly

Brian Tracey on bongos playing with Jameson's RevengeOn Sunday night, a throng of people from far and wide packed Connolly’s Klub 45 room in Times Square to give a proper Irish wake to the great Mickey Finns lead singer Ray Kelly,.....Read More



IRISH DANCE BLOGS

Get up and Irish Dance

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Song picks and other tricks to get dancers pumped for competition

Prep for a Memorial Day weekend of competitions with fresh music - VIDEOS

The Sounds help with our mission to winHeading to New York this weekend for the Roisin Academy Feis or British Columbia for the West Coast Irish Dance Championships? How about Ohio for the Akron AOH Feis or the Cleveland Feis?.....Read More


Irish Dance and Pop Culture

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RincePop! Traditional Irish dance and music mix with modern pop culture.

'Heartbeat of Home' online auditions prompt influx of amazing dancer videos - VIDEOS

Mollie McCabe, of Buffalo, NY, Irish step dances along the shores of Lake Erie in her "Heartbeat of Home" audition videoOpen auditions for "Heartbeat of Home" -- the dance fusion show produced by the creators of "Riverdance" --.....Read More


Adult Irish Dancing

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Feature writer for Feis America shares the joy of Irish dancing through life.

Irish dance diet six months in, practice pays off - PHOTO

Adult Irish dancers Heather Peterson and Christy Dorrity Utah Legacy Open Feis 2013 (Photo: Dustin Peterson)My motivation to practice daily varies depending on whether or not I have a feis or performance coming up and what else.....Read More



ARTS AND STYLE BLOGS

Tip Sheet

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New York is the arts and style epicenter of the world and Tip Sheet will help you find the best of arts and style in Manhattan.

In twilight years and refusing to go quietly - 'These Halcyon Days' at The Irish Arts Center - VIDEO

Anita Reeves and Stephen Brennan star in These Halcyon DaysIt seems that the most vital voices in Irish playwriting currently belong to women For proof stop by the Irish Arts Center in New York this weekend and catch 'These Halcyon.....Read More



ADVICE BLOG

Health Matters

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Helping out the Irish community with all kinds of medical inquiries

Snoring can be serious - apart from disrupting sleep, noisy sleepers could be in need of medical attention

Snoring could be a sign of a serious breathing conditionNearly half of all adults snore, and about one in four people are regular snorers Occasional snoring rarely poses any serious problems, although it can become an annoyance.....Read More


The Matchmaker

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I specialize in singles who are commitment-minded, and I am the only matchmaker with photos for my clients.

I’m ready for marriage but my new girlfriend keeps nagging me about my gambling habit

My gambling habit annoys my girlfriendDear MTN,I need your advice before I lose another girlfriend I've been going with a nice girl for almost six months now Things were great in the beginning but lately she's been on my case.....Read More


Green Card

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Debbie is the editor of our sister publication, The Irish Voice, and is an expert on immigration issues.

Extending your stay with a 90 day holiday waiver - is it possible?

"I have a nephew who just arrived in the US  He is 22 and of course loves it here He would like to stay into the fall, and I have a feeling even longer..Read More



ROOTS BLOGS

An American girl in Dublin

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Where the bread is brown, the sky is grey, the hills are green and the craic is mighty.

What's green and brown and rainy all over? A day trip to Connemara - PHOTOS

The woman herself! Annie Tanner in photographed in front of the Killary FjordPHOTOS - A slideshow of Annie's trip Connemara It's been a while - much has been happening!My friend Julia came for a long visit, which meant the house.....Read More


April Travels Ireland

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April travels around Ireland with her family and gives us the low down on activities, hotels and the many wonderful splendors of the country

Falling in love with County Clare -- The Falls Hotel and Spa, Ennistymon, is the perfect getaway

The Falls Hotel: Ennistymon, Co ClareLiving in Limerick has its advantages Everywhere is a short driving distance A few weekends ago my husband John and I decided to take a few days out of our busy working schedules and spend.....Read More


Irish Food Guide

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Our Irish chef keeps us up-to-date on food news, events, and recipes from Ireland

Irish chef Brian McDermott warns about salt usage after having his own health scare

Community Chef Brian McDermott is urging people to cut down on their salt usageIrish chef and cook book author Brian McDermott, who teaches community groups across Ireland how to cook healthily, today warned of the dangers of.....Read More


Jersey Irish Blog

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Writer/photographer Jim Lowney highlights the fun spots where Ireland meets New Jersey. Musing about all things Irish.

It's never more than six degrees of separation - chat away and you may discover connections during your Irish journey

Paddy Woods tending bar in GalwayThe richest travels in Ireland tend to be on side paths and paths crossedOur latest visit back was more of a small town tour than seeing the big sights save some days in Galway City which were.....Read More


Ireland Calling

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John doesn't mince words, and uses the unminced words to talk about Ireland's problems.

Pro-Life campaigners need to get a grip - Irish women still have no choice over abortion

Abortion rights marchers took to the streets in Dublin on SaturdayThose so-called pro-life demonstrators at Boston College really need to get a grip  As Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Enda Kenny made clear to them, Ireland has one.....Read More


The West's Awake

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Cormac is a novelist, journalist and columnist. "The West's Awake" is a big hit with Irish Voice readers.

An open letter to President Obama - some handy local tips for his visit to Ireland

Illustration by Caty BartholomewDear President Obama,Not alone are you returning to Ireland one of these fine days, probably with your family I hear, but you will be spending almost all of your time on this Emerald Isle in the.....Read More


Atlantic Crossings

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Daithi presents Ireland's Rose of Tralee contest and is one of Ireland’s top TV personalities

A New York bachelors weekend leaves happy memories - Betting on Ireland’s rugby team does not

Daithi photographed with the Aisling Center's bachelors of the yearIt was great to hit New York for the weekend a few weeks back and all for a good cause too Being stuck in studio in Cork 4 days a week didn’t make it easy, especially.....Read More


Irish Community Connections

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News and announcements from Irish organizations serving the Irish community in the United States

Irish Cultural Centre upcoming events

Upcoming Events: Boston Irish FestivalBoston Irish Festival: June 7, 8, & 9 Three days and three stages of non-stop, rock your socks off Celtic music at the largest Irish festival on the east coast Fun for the whole family! Details.....Read More


Across The Pond

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A view from beyond the pale

"Guns & Roses" - How left wing coalition might be Ireland's Labour Party's only hope

Eamon Gilmore discusses the Algerian hostage situation on Irish TVI was in a hotel room in London last week, and switched on the TV for the news at the time the Algerian hostage crisis was being covered Half way through the bulletin,.....Read More


Emerald Extracts

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Bite-sized Irish blog gives snapshots of Ireland's news, culture, entertainment and everything in between.

Irish Eurovision star Ryan Dolan’s song enters charts in 17 countries, including Australia - VIDEO

Ryan DolanRyan Dolan performed “Only Love Survives” for 2013’s Eurovision Song Contest which was hosted in Malmo, Sweden on May 18An average of 799,700 people watched the show with viewing figures spiking to 1,079,700 while Dolan.....Read More


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John Fay left New York one day for Ireland, which is why he's IrishCentral's "American in Ireland" blogger.

Ireland as Britain's wind farm - weighing up the pros and cons of ugly and heavily subsized Irish windfarms

Wind turbines at Richfield Windfarm, County WexfordIf you have been to Ireland recently then you have seen the wind turbines Like daffodils in the spring they seem to be popping up all over Unlike daffodils, the wind turbines.....Read More



TRAVEL BLOGS

The Gathering Dublin

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The Gathering Dublin will host 25 sports tournaments in 2013. More info at www.TheGatheringDublin.com.

Social Soccer International Veterans Soccer Tournament kicks off in with teams from around the world

Wild Geese with Giovanni TrappatoniThe Gathering Dublin continues to bring tournaments and happy visitors to Ireland, making us wonder how Gabriel Byrne is doing these daysWe're almost at the halfway point of the year and we've.....Read More


Ireland's Hidden Gems

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Travel tips, news & views from the author of independent Irish travel website www.irelands-hidden-gems.com

Barron's Bakery, a family-run, Waterford staple baking the best bread in Ireland for over 125 years

Barron's Bakery, Cappoquin, WaterfordApparently it is “impossible to go into a bakery and just come out with a loaf of bread” which is certainly the case with Barron's Bakery in Cappoquin, in County Waterford, a small, sleepy.....Read More






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