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Massachusetts Stands Strong for Immigration Reform (IrishCentral)

Wed, 15 May 2013 05:33:53 PDT

On Friday, May 10, the Irish International Immigrant Center stood alongside leaders of government, business, labor and faith communities to re-affirm the conviction that Congress should pass immigration reform now to strengthen the safety and further the prosperity of all AmericansHeld the day after markup began of the historic, bipartisan immigration reform bill in the Senate Judiciary Committee, the press conference reaffirmed the support of local government, business, labor, and community leaders at a time of public uncertainty in the wake of the tragic and heinous Boston Marathon bombings The press conference stressed the urgency of continuing to move forward with reform, so that families will no longer be needlessly torn apartThe Greater Boston Citizenship Initiative works in partnership with: the Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center, Centro Latino, Irish International Immigrant Center, Jewish Vocational Services, Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers and MIRA coalition READ MORE

Massachusetts bishop pleads not guilty to DUI hit and run and asks for forgiveness - VIDEOS (IrishCentral)

Wed, 08 May 2013 04:13:15 PDT

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

Worcester Bishop Robert McManus (61) has pleaded not guilty to driving drunk in Rhode Island. The Catholic bishop arrested for hit and run accident and driving under the influence was released on bail of $1,000.

Why I hope Irish American Steve Lynch is the next US Senator from Massachusetts (IrishCentral)

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 05:17:46 PDT

Irish American Steve Lynch potential next US Senator from Massachusetts (Photo: AP)On the 30th of April, Massachusetts voters will have the opportunity to choose the Democratic and Republican general election candidates to succeed John Kerry, now US Secretary of State, in the US Senate Two US Congressmen, Steve Lynch and Ed Markey, are battling it out for the Democratic nomination; three Republicans, former US Attorney Michael Sullivan, Massachusetts State Representative Dan Winslow and ex-US Navy Seal and businessman Gabriel Gomez, are seeking the GOP nod Polls show that Michael Sullivan leads his two rivals, while Ed Markey is currently the Democratic frontrunnerAn ocean away here in Ireland, however, I will be casting a ballot for a man who’s been an underdog his whole life, Steve Lynch READ MORE

Massachusetts State House green for St. Patrick's Day (IrishCentral)

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:47:39 PDT

The Massachusetts State House joined some of the world’s most famous landmarks in ‘going green’ in honor of St Patrick’s day Beginning on Friday, March 15th and continuing throughout St Patrick’s weekend the State House marked Ireland’s National day by lighting up green, together with landmarks across the globe including the leaning tower of Pisa, Niagara Falls, the Sydney Opera House, and the Chrysler BuildingNiall Gibbons, chief executive of Tourism Ireland said: “Tourism Ireland is absolutely delighted that so many well-known sites and attractions like the State House in Boston are eager to come on board with us and join in our celebration of Ireland and St READ MORE

Genealogists discover Massachusetts strangers are rightful heirs to $1.5 million estate in Ireland (IrishCentral)

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 05:13:55 PDT

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

When the hunt began for the late Mary Broderick’s nearest relatives, no one imagined that genealogists would find clusters of cousins, who never knew each other, living within miles of each other in Massachusetts.

Stolen beer in Massachusetts - causing a scene and claiming medical abnormalities (IrishCentral)

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 04:47:19 PDT

What people will do for a Pabst Blue Ribbon!There is no legal way to steal beer A theft is a theft and thievery is against the law However, should one get caught in the act of such an indiscretion it might be a good idea to control those impulses likely to inflame the situationSuch was the case recently in the Somerville area of Massachusetts, where Jonathan Scull of Medford was arrested for stealing two beers READ MORE

President John F Kennedy mementoes of 1963 Irish visit fetch $18,500 in Massachusetts (IrishCentral)

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 05:06:46 PST

By: IRISHCENTRAL STAFF WRITERS

White House memorabilia, including photos of John F Kennedy’s four day trip to Ireland in 1963, have fetched $18,500 at auction.

Lawmakers to press for driving licenses for illegals in Massachusetts (IrishCentral)

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 05:09:25 PST

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

Irish immigration campaigners will welcome moves to allow all residents to apply for a driving license in Massachusetts regardless of their status.

John Kerry’s departure from the US Senate makes for more political intrigue in Massachusetts (IrishCentral)

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 08:01:00 PST

US Senator from Massachusetts John KerryFrom the moment current US Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice withdrew her name from consideration to be President Barack Obama’s next Secretary of State, politicos in Boston and beyond have had plenty to gossip about With Rice – whose putative nomination was effectively scuppered by opposition from key Senate Republicans – out of the picture, most observers presumed that John Kerry, the senior US Senator from Massachusetts and 2004 Democratic presidential nominee, would be President Obama’s pick They were correct, and it is likely that John Kerry will soon be confirmed to the key diplomatic postMeanwhile, back in Massachusetts, the political rumor mill began churning almost immediately READ MORE

Elderly Irish immigrant dies off the coast of Massachusetts during fishing trip (IrishCentral)

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 08:11:31 PST

By: CATHY HAYES

A 72-year-old immigrant from Ireland has died during a boating accident in the Squantum neighborhood of Quincy, MA. Patrick Walsh slipped while trying to step from his fishing boat into a dinghy tied to a mooring.

Holidays spirit abounds with new Irish music shows from Massachusetts to Washington DC (IrishCentral)

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:31:24 PST

Cherish the LadiesThe time for the season of hope and renewal couldn’t come fast enough around the Northeast after the ravages of Hurricane Sandy So it is time to survey the regional music and dance scene for seasonal performances that will put you in the Christmas spirit It’s a good time to get out of the house and share with family and friends some joyous noel music, especially if you like trad music at any time of the yearIt has become such a classic Yuletide tradition in New England that it is hard to believe that the Christmas Celtic Sojourn is only celebrating its 10th year this December READ MORE

Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly once wanted to be an Irish pol in Massachusetts (IrishCentral)

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 04:05:25 PST

By: DARA KELLY

Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly once worked for the presidential campaign of Gary Hart and very much wanted to be in politics.

Joe Kennedy III easily wins seat in Congress in Massachusetts 4th district (IrishCentral)

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 04:39:33 PST

By: JAMES O'SHEA

Joe Kennedy, grandson of RFK, was elected congressman from the 4th district in Massachusetts on Tuesday night.

Irish International Immigrant Center - Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick officially recognizes "Welcoming Week" (IrishCentral)

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 07:47:33 PDT

Gov Patrick Proclaims September 15 – 22 'Welcoming Week': Celebrate with Us! Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick signed a proclamation recognizing Welcoming Week, and acknowledging a direct connection between the State’s aspirations for prosperity, economic growth and global competitiveness and the need to build welcoming communities The proclamation states:" READ MORE

Say and pay - cursing in Middleborough, Massachusetts, could cost you $20 (IrishCentral)

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:16:57 PDT

Saying the wrong thing in Middleborough Massachusetts could cost you 20 bucks, according to a new ordinance adopted by the town’s residents last weekThe measure was approved by a 183 – 50 voteThe wrong thing to say is essentially anything profane Exactly what words are considered profane is yet unclear READ MORE

Plans afoot in Massachusetts to make a movie of former Anglo Irish boss David Drumm (IrishCentral)

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 04:54:18 PDT

By: ANTOINETTE KELLY

A Dublin-based movie producer visited the Boston area last week to scout for film locations for a new TV movie based “very loosely” on the rise and fall of form Irish Anglo Bank boss David Drumm.

New evidence in 61-year-old murder of Irish Immigrant in Worcester, Massachusetts (IrishCentral)

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 04:23:37 PDT

By: KERRY O'SHEA

After the murder of newly arrived Irish emigrant Sean Goggin in Worcester in 1951, Police Chief William P. Finneran made a promise to Goggin’s parents that those “responsible for this most dastardly act” would be brought to justice. Now, more than 60 years later, investigators may be a step closer to delivering on that promise.

My own private Provincetown - the beautiful seaside town in Cape Cod, Massachusetts (IrishCentral)

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 02:47:23 PDT

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Massachusetts town makes cursing in public illegal - fines $20 – VIDEO (IrishCentral)

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 05:19:45 PDT

By: CATHY HAYES

Residents of the Massachusetts town of Middlesbrough have voted to make cursing in public illegal, resulting in fines.

Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition - 25 years of uniting immigrant voices (IrishCentral)

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 11:46:16 PDT

The Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition (MIRA) is the largest organization in New England promoting the rights and integration of immigrants and refugees This year, MIRA celebrates its 25th anniversary At last week’s annual “Give Liberty a Hand” gala event, Kitty Dukakis, Robert Glassman and Micho Spring were honored for their outstanding support for immigrants and refugees Congratulations and thank you to Eva Millona, MIRA’s executive director, and to all MIRA’s board, staff and volunteers for the great work that you do READ MORE