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Arch critic of Gerry Adams and the peace process, Dolours Price, dies (IrishCentral)

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 04:58:00 PST

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Dolours Price, 61, the woman at the center of the Boston College IRA tapes controversy has died suddenly.

Mark Walhberg talks about his new drama 'Broken City' ripped direct from the headlines - VIDEO (IrishCentral)

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:38:39 PST

By: CAHIR O'DOHERTY

Like mobsters returning to the scene of a crime, in recent months Hollywood has been returning to the classic mid-century detective dramas they once tossed out with seemingly effortless grace.

Seanie Monaghan wins at the Garden against Roger Cantrell (IrishCentral)

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:48:16 PST

By: DECLAN O'KELLY

Light heavyweight Seanie Monaghan (17-0, 10 KOs) defeated Roger Cantrell (15-3, 8 KOs) by unanimous decision at the Theater in Madison Square Garden on Saturday night.

Happy National Irish Coffee Day - here's the best spots in the US to try the warming Irish treat (IrishCentral)

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 02:23:02 PST

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

Coffee. Whiskey. Cream. Sugar. The ingredients are simple enough for the drink known the world over as Irish coffee.

Defense attorney picks ‘holes’ in the case against Irish nanny Aisling McCarthy Brady (IrishCentral)

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 03:58:54 PST

By: PATRICK COUNIHAN

The lawyer defending Irish nanny Aisling McCarthy Brady has pointed to several ‘holes’ in the murder case against her client.

Aisling McCarthy Brady’s mother distraught by allegations against Boston nanny (IrishCentral)

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 04:24:38 PST

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The mother of Aisling McCarthy Brady has told her priest in Lavey, County Cavan, that she is distraught by the allegations against her daughter in Boston.

British could request Dolours Price evidence from Boston College after her death (IrishCentral)

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 04:37:26 PST

By: PATRICK COUNIHAN

Lawyers for the researchers with the Boston Tapes project fear a fresh legal challenge to release documents in the wake of the death of convicted IRA woman Dolours Price.

South Boston community outraged by Robert De Niro’s ‘The 4th Reich’ Showtime drama (IrishCentral)

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 04:56:25 PST

By: ANTOINETTE KELLY

South Boston, or Southie as it's known, is about to get more of the kind of exposure it could do without.

Denis McDonough new Obama Chief of Staff deeply proud of his Irish heritage (IrishCentral)

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 11:41:41 PST

By: NIALL O'DOWD

He has a male model’s good looks, is 6 foot 2 and beloved by those who work for him because he always writes thank you notes and lets them know they are appreciated.

‘I believe Aisling Brady never harmed that child’ says her defense lawyer (IrishCentral)

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 04:27:23 PST

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

New details show the case against Aisling McCarthy Brady, who is accused of fatally assaulting one-year-old Rehma Sabir, is full of "holes" according to Melinda Thompson, the lawyer who defended the 34-year-old Irish nanny at her arraignment on Friday.

Irish immigration lobbyist praises President Obama’s reform plans (IrishCentral)

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 01:12:56 PST

By: BILLY LAWLESS

The Chicago Celts for Immigration Reform applauds President Obama for his courageous step forward in declaring his commitment to a comprehensive overhaul of our broken immigration system.

Average age of Irish emigrants jumps to 32 according to latest figures (IrishCentral)

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 04:10:04 PST

By: PATRICK COUNIHAN

The average age of Irish emigrants has risen according to new statistics which show that thirty-somethings are leading the exodus from the economically crippled country.

Donnie Wahlberg's 'Boston’s Finest' - the Beantown police department then and now - VIDEO (IrishCentral)

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 05:47:20 PST

The cast of TNT's new show 'Boston's Finest'He plays a New York Irish cop on the TV show Blue Bloods, but anyone who knows actor/singer Donnie Wahlberg knows that his heart is in Boston So it is fitting that the new cop show Wahlberg has produced is set in Beantown -- and spotlights several real-life Irish American copsThe show, called Boston’s Finest, can be seen Wednesdays on the TNT cable channel, and even features music by Irish rockers the Dropkick MurphysInterestingly, this show hits the airwaves just as one of the most notorious incidents in Boston policing history -- the subject of an angry song by none other than the Dropkick Murphys -- is gaining new attention READ MORE

Calling All Roses (IrishCentral)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 05:47:38 PDT

2012 Boston New England Rose, Lissa BramleyApplications are now being accepted for the Boston New England Rose of Tralee Regional Selections The event takes place in Westborough MA next month and invites potential ‘Roses’ to apply providing they fit the criteria for the competitionTo be eligible for the New England selection, applicants must have reached their 18th birthday and must not have passed their 28th birthday during the time the Rose of Tralee festival is taking place Candidates must also have been born in Ireland or be of Irish origin by virtue of their ancestors being born in Ireland READ MORE

Irish Hearts for Haiti Benefit Dance (IrishCentral)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 05:47:38 PDT

Fr Rick Frechette, Director of NPH HaitiFriends of the Orphans will hold their 4th Annual Irish Hearts for Haiti Benefit Dance to benefit Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos (NPH, Spanish for “Our Little Brothers and Sisters”) Haiti The event will take place April 7, 2013 from 4 to 9 pm READ MORE

Fundraiser to help New Haven native rebuilding priory in Ireland (IrishCentral)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 06:02:45 PDT

Father KirbyPhoto: George WaldronPlans are underway by organizers to present a fundraising reception on Sunday, April 14, 2013 at 3 pm at the Irish American Community Center, 9 Venice Place, East Haven to support New Haven native, The Rev Mark Daniel Kirby, in his rebuilding efforts for the Silverstream Priory, a Roman Catholicmonastery in County Meath, Ireland The objective of this new monastery is to pray for the sanctification of priests and to be a welcoming place for priests who are spiritually wounded or those who desire new zeal in their priestly life The Catholic Church in the United States is indebted to the thousands of Irish priests who left home to bring the Faith to America READ MORE

Irish Pastoral Centre Senior Notes (IrishCentral)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 06:02:45 PDT

Kevin O' Sullivan (IPC Volunteer) with Sr Lena Deevy (IIIC), Fr John and Sr Marguerite after the St READ MORE

Minister Phil Hogan Visits Irish Pastoral Centre (IrishCentral)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 06:02:46 PDT

Minister Hogan visits the IPC - L-R, Minister's Aid, Eddie, Michael Lonergan, Consel General, Sr Marguerite & Eileen (IPC Staff), Minister Hogan, Fr John (IPC Staff), Sheila Gleeson, (IPC Baord) Susan Doody, (ISC Coordinator), Kathleen & Kieran (IPC Staff)Photo: Connell GallagherThe staff of the Irish Pastoral Centre, Boston had the opportunity to meet with Minister Phil Hogan, TD during his recent visit to Boston The Minister assured the staff that the Taoiseach and Minister for Foreign Affairs have prioritized the situation of undocumented immigrants in the US during their meetings in Washington DC last week READ MORE

The Time is Now: March For a Pathway to Citizenship (IrishCentral)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 06:02:46 PDT

The IIIC urges you to rally on April 6th at Faneuil Hall at 11:00am with New England labor, community and faith groups Saturday The time is now for our voices to be heard It very important that Irish immigrants in the Greater Boston area show up at this rally and that our voices are heard We will stand together at Faneuil Hall for 30 minutes, and then march to the Federal Building READ MORE

Join us at St. Mark’s Church to enjoy an evening of music connecting Ireland and Boston (IrishCentral)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 06:02:47 PDT

The Clermont Chorale from Dundalk, Ireland will join with Boston City Singers for a concert in St Mark’s Church in Dorchester on Friday the 5th April This will be a special event to raise funds for the Irish International Immigrant Center (IIIC) and both choirs are delighted to support the excellent work that the Center does for immigrants, particularly those from IrelandHeadquartered in Dorchester, Boston City Singers trains and inspires the artist, student and ambassador in each child and shares these developed talents throughout the year in public and private performances while venturing to places such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and Washington, DC for goodwill and performance tours Irish choir, Clermont Chorale, was formed in 2003 and has 35 members; drawn from all parts of County Louth and its neighboring counties READ MORE

St. Brendan's Youth GAC (IrishCentral)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 06:02:48 PDT

Last Sunday saw the kids of St Brendan's Youth GAC and their parents take to the streets of South Boston for the annual St Patrick's Day parade The chilly temperatures did nothing to dampen the spirits of the large turnout from St READ MORE

Battle at the Bay II – The Rematch! (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:17:47 PDT

The fight against cancer continues! The night you have all been waiting for, Battle at the Bay II, is less than 2 short weeks away when Boston Irish put our best foot forward for a great cause While 36 or so brave men and women have volunteered to battle it out in the ring, the bigger battle is against the scourge of cancer The first round of the White Collar Boxing fundraising night took place last year, where people with little or no boxing experience dedicated themselves for three months to train in various area gyms, and went toe to toe for three rounds to raise money for cancer research This year the the fighters have again been going through training at various gyms in the Boston area to get into shape and learn some of the finer skills of the sport, and are ready to put on an exhibition of the craft just over two weeks from now READ MORE

Irish Hearts for Haiti Benefit Dance (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:17:48 PDT

Winnie Henry of Irish Hearts for HaitiFriends of the Orphans will hold their 4th Annual Irish Hearts for Haiti Benefit Dance to benefit NPH Haiti The event will take place April 7, 2013 from 4 to 9 pm at the Boston Marriott Quincy and will feature live music, Irish dancing, raffles, silent auction, special guests and more READ MORE

Irish Senior Connect (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:32:59 PDT

All of us at the Irish Senior Connect Listening Line hope that you have had a wonderful Saint Patrick’s Day, and we wish you a Joyous Easter! Spring is just around the corner, and we know you are looking forward to connecting with the many Irish events and activities for seniors happening in and around Boston in 2013! Please give us a call at 855-249-5146 so we can help you connect!Irish Senior Connect is a confidential listening and information service hosted by the Irish Pastoral Centre in Dorchester Our trained volunteers, many of whom are seniors themselves, are available to take your calls on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 10 am to noon, and on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 2pm to 4pm We’re here to listen about how you are feeling, how your day’s been going, or hear about anything you might like to discussIf you need information about social events in the Irish community, we will provide a list from our calendar of upcoming events READ MORE

Irish International Immigrant Center - What to do after you get your green card (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:33:00 PDT

Q I have just been granted permanent resident status in the US Can you give a summary of my rights and responsibilities regarding such issues as travel abroad, reentering the US, losing my green card, and registering for service in the armed forces?A With your permanent resident status ("green card"), you can live and work legally anywhere in the US READ MORE

Irish International Immigrant Center - Gambling (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:33:01 PDT

“Even as I approach the gambling hall, as soon as I hear, two rooms away, the jingle of money poured out on the table, I almost go into convulsions” - Fyodor DostoevskySince the passing of the Massachusetts Gambling Bill in October 2011, the debate rages on about the impact that casinos will have on MA residents The Boston Globe has an entire section online dedicated to updates regarding gambling in MA Depending on who you speak to, it’s either a financial windfall that will boost our cash-strapped state or the beginning of the end of our communities as we now know them READ MORE

Irish International Immigrant Center Volunteer Profile: Kathleen Campbell (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:33:02 PDT

“I love the atmosphere and people have been so friendly and hospitable since I started volunteering in February”Kathleen Campbell, a native of Kingston, Rhode Island, joins the the IIIC as our newest volunteer Kathleen works on special projects at the IIIC under the direction of the Executive Director, Ronnie Millar A graduate of English Literature from the University of Connecticut in Storrs, Kathleen is just after returning from Northern Ireland where she was working with the Corrymeela Community, a Peace and Reconciliation project that seeks to bring people of all faiths together in a safe place, where they can talk and learn about one another READ MORE

Hurricane Sandy Benefit Dance (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:33:03 PDT

Proceeds from the fundraising event will aid in the relief & reconstruction from the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy to the parish of St Nicholas of Tolentine in Atlantic City, NJOn Thursday March 21, a benefit dance was held in Concannon’s Village in Norwood in aid of the victims of Hurricane Sandy The event was a resounding success with over $15,000 raised and two truck-loads of items such as food and clothing being delivered to St Nicholas of Tolentine Parish in Atlantic City, NJWhen the devastating events of Sandy were taking place, Tommy Henry (of the Noel Henry Irish Showband) and some friends wondered if they could raise money for the victims of the hurricane by running a benefit through the Irish clubs Along with Dan and Anna McAuliffe and a committee of around 8 people, they got in touch with Monsignor Hodge of St Nicholas of Tolentine and decided to hold the benefit for his parish in Atlantic City READ MORE

Fiddlers of Inishbofin (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:33:04 PDT

Cast members fiddling at the Burren - Shane Lally, Joanne O'Connell, Brendan Quirke, Michelle Glynn, Dessy Rushe, Janine Gunning, Louise Costello, Tommy McCarthyThe Burren in Somerville hosted the fantastic “The Fiddlers of Inishbofin” from March 13-16 The highly entertaining and enjoyable show was a huge success and raised over $25,000 for Breast Cancer Research with BA Events donating $10,000 READ MORE

Irish Universities Open House (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:33:05 PDT

On Sunday April 7th, parents, students and educators from the Boston area are invited to attend a Study in Ireland info session and fair hosted by Education in Ireland from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm READ MORE

Upcoming April events at the Irish Cultural Centre (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:47:49 PDT

· Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum: Presentation in partnership with TIARA: Friday, April 5th, 7:30-9:00pm Free The ICC hosts TIARA’s (The Irish Ancestral Research Association) monthly meeting featuring speaker Grace Brady, the Executive Director of Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, CT Learn about Ireland’s Great Famine and what the Museum has on display READ MORE

Register Now for the Irish Cultural Centre Celtic Cultural Camp (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:47:49 PDT

The coming of spring means that summer is right around the corner, and the ICC has been hard at work preparing for its annual Celtic Cultural Camps this July and August! This year, the camp will run for four weeks in the middle of summer: July 15-19, July 22-26, July 29-August 2, and August 5-9 The CCC is a fun and educational program about Irish culture and traditions for children in grades 1-5 and 6-8, specifically designed for and tailored to the needs and interests of both elementary school and middle school students It provides a wide range of classes and activities, including instruction in Irish sports including Irish football and hurling, language, music, and dance as well as arts & crafts, storytelling, and literatureThis unique camp is one of the only places in this area where you can find an internationally certified Irish youth football coach; an Irish language professor; and a professional Irish dancer all part of the same program READ MORE

Irish Pastoral Centre in the news (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:47:51 PDT

The Irish Pastoral Centre and specifically the IPC’s Prisoner Visitation Program were in the news in Ireland recently when the Irish Independent featured a story on a young man who was detained here in Massachusetts The feature ran in the Independent on March 16th, and may still be viewed on line at their website or check on the link belowhttp://wwwindependent READ MORE

Senior moments from the Irish Pastoral Centre (IrishCentral)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:47:51 PDT

Peggy Ann, Carol and Mary enjoying the IPC's Monthly Mass & LunchTHE AVERAGE PERSON spends more than one third of his/her life asleep But don’t be fooled — just because the body is sleeping doesn’t mean it’s slacking off During sleep, the body repairs itself so that when the alarm clock goes off, our bodies are renewed and refreshed READ MORE

Lansdowne Rugby open spring season with win over Manhattanville College (IrishCentral)

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 04:50:16 PDT

By: ROB JOHNSON

Last Saturday Lansdowne traveled to Manhattanville College for the spring opener. The game was played in 3 halves (thirds) so as to give all players as much playing time as possible.

Dipping your pen in the company ink - getting involved with your boss romantically (IrishCentral)

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:02:50 PDT

Having an affair at workDear MTN,I'm in a bit of a dilemma and I don't know what to do I got married to my husband right after college We dated my entire four years of school and I was madly in love with him He was the captain of the football team, was very handsome and made me laugh READ MORE

Aerobic fitness fights the aging process - hopping on your bike could keep the years off (IrishCentral)

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:02:53 PDT

Getting the cardio in can keep the years offStudies have shown that aerobic exercise may have important anti-aging effects, possibly reversing many of its consequences by as much as twelve yearsAerobic capacity, (the ability to breathe deeply and utilize oxygen), declines as people age Regular, vigorous, aerobic activity or exercise can substantially delay such declines according to one expert, Dr R READ MORE

Eire Society of Boston Gold Medal Dinner (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:33:05 PDT

Sr Lena Deevy LSAThe Eire Society of Boston invites you to the 76th Anniversary Gold Medal dinner on April 27 The dinner will be held at 6pm in the Boston Park Plaza (Arlington St)The Eire Society of Boston is a non-political organization that promotes the knowledge of Irish culture through the encouragement of study in the arts, sciences, literature, language and the history of Ireland READ MORE

Upcoming events at the Irish Cultural Centre (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:48:15 PDT

- Boston Irish Festival Launch Party: Friday, April 12th 8pm FREE Join us for the Boston Irish Festival Launch Party! Only 60 days to go to the largest Irish Festival on the east coast READ MORE

Irish Pastoral Centre Immigration News (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:48:17 PDT

We had a busy night at our legal clinic last week at the Banshee in Dorchester A theme repeated by attorney Chris Lavery on the night was his repeated reminders to new arrivals in the US about doing things the right way and staying legal in the US Those who were contemplating overstaying visas were advised against doing so and reminded about the challenges facing people who are undocumented in the US at the present timeA number of those present were on J visas which are expiring in the year ahead READ MORE

Spring Arrives at Irish Senior Connect (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:48:18 PDT

Hello Boston Seniors! Thinking about getting out and about more, now that Spring is here? Please give our volunteers a call at 855-249-5146 We are ready with information on Spring events happening for seniors throughout the Boston area!If you need information about social events in the Irish community, we will provide a list from our calendar of upcoming events Or, you might like to learn about what’s available in the local area for senior transportation services, home care, companionship, or errand services We can provide you with options to choose from READ MORE

Irish Pastoral Centre Volunteer Profile – Mairéad O’Connor (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:48:19 PDT

Meet one of the newest volunteers to the Irish Pastoral Centre, Boston Mairead hails from Rathnure, Co Wexford originally and is in Boston with her fiancé Breandan O’Niadh, also a Co Wexford native with roots in Galway READ MORE

Goodbye to the paper I-94 form (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:48:19 PDT

Q: I heard that the government is changing the I-94 form requirement for travelers to the US What’s happening with this form? How will I be able to prove that I entered the US legally in the future?A: Starting on April 30th of this year, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will no longer require travelers to US ports of entry by air or sea, with the exception of certain refugees, asylees, and parolees, to fill out the paper I-94 arrival/departure form Instead, CBP will maintain an electronic record based on the information collected by the air or sea carrier prior to departure The paper I-94 form will continue to be used at land border crossings for the time being READ MORE

19th Annual Black & Green Event (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:48:21 PDT

The nineteenth annual Black and Green community building event on Sunday, May 5th, 2013 is co-organized by the Irish International Immigrant Center and the Montserrat Aspirers as a unique afternoon bringing together Boston’s diverse communities for an afternoon of making new friends, discussion, entertainment and sharing a meal It will take place from 2:00 to 5:00pm at the Montserrat Aspirers Hall, 364 Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02124The program will feature music and presentations centering on the theme Immigration: Our Shared History, Stories and Future READ MORE

Declan O'Rourke to perform at Berklee (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:48:21 PDT

Highly acclaimed singer-songwriter Declan O’Rourke will perform at the Berklee School of Music on Thursday April 11 Since the release of his debut album “Since Kyabram” in 2004, the Dublin born O’Rourke has become a highly respected musician in the industry with three critically and commercially successful albumsSince starting out on the Open Mic circuit in Dublin, O’Rourke has gone from strength to strength His debut single ‘Galileo (Someone Like You),’ has been covered by numerous famous artists including Josh Groban, Paul Weller and Chris Rea READ MORE

Rep. Linda Forry lands growing support from Boston-Irish community (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:48:22 PDT

Mass State Rep Linda Forry with husband, Bill and children, John, Conor, Madeline and NorahState Rep READ MORE

Annual High Tea and Spring Fashion Show at the Irish Cultural Centre (IrishCentral)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 05:02:57 PDT

Bunratty Castle, County Clare, IrelandThe Ladies of the Irish Cultural Centre will hold their annual High Tea and Spring Fashion Show at the Centre on Sunday, April 21st at 2pm The fashion show will be dedicated to Margaret Geraghty this year, a longtime member and supporter of the ICC whose assistance was a great part of fashion shows past Each year, the fashion show features a designer, jewelry, and a central theme for the room’s décor READ MORE

Son of Irish immigrants Martin Walsh announces run for mayor of Boston (IrishCentral)

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 01:20:28 PDT

By: KERRY O'SHEA

Martin Walsh, the son of Irish immigrants who hail from Connemara in Galway, has announced that he is going to run for Mayor of Boston.

Boston immigration raids round up several Irish workers in sweep (IrishCentral)

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 04:14:25 PDT

By: NIALL O'DOWD

On Wednesday April 10th, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted what appears to have been an orchestrated raid in Massachusetts, taking into ICE custody a number of Irish immigrants.

Irish Pastoral Centre Chaplain Fr. John McCarthy and IPC pro bono attorney Chris Lavery in Boston are providing ongoing assistance to those in need of help and support.

Irish community in Yonkers memorial run/walk for cornerstone of the community (IrishCentral)

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:56:41 PDT

By: JANE WALSH

A five kilometer run/walk organized by the Aisling Irish Community Center on Sunday, May 19 will be dedicated to a woman who knew no bounds while she lived in New York a number of years ago.