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Sober St. Patrick's Day NYC names Tami Ellen McLaughlin new Director

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Sober St. Patrick's Day, in New York has announced a new director as the movement grows through the world.

Sports

New York GAA resumes play amid COVID restrictions

Joan Henchy, the chairperson of the New York GAA, tells the Irish Voice how the organization has adapted to playing in a new sort of reality amidst coronavirus.

Other Writers

The brilliance of Ireland's peacemaker John Hume

When the history of this era is written in Ireland, John Hume will have a towering presence.

Irish Voice

Is New York’s Cardinal Dolan out of order over Trump flattery?

Cardinal Timothy Dolan recently offered an invocation at a speech given by Trump administration Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

History

John Hume, hero in the Irish peace process, has died

John Hume, a hero of the peace process in Northern Ireland, passed away in Derry on August 3, 2020.

Irish Voice

Brian Kennedy to host third live Facebook concert

International recording artist Brian Kennedy returns to host his third live concert event on Facebook this Saturday, August 1.

Community

How New York families are coping with the uncertainty of a new school year

A strange new school year is weeks away. Students are stressed and so are their parents, thanks to the reality of COVID-19.

Other Writers

Dark clouds on Ireland’s horizon as COVID bills add up and Brexit looms

Business activity is low, hundreds of thousands of people are unemployed, city centers are like ghost towns, Ireland needs to get moving again.

Niall O'Dowd

Countdown to Trump Biden election is on - let us hope better angels prevail

We are within 100 days of the 2020 presidential election, and dread filled days they will be.

Business

Amazon boosts its presence in Ireland, add 1k jobs

Amazon news is regarded as a major boost for the workforce as hundreds of thousands have become jobless during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Other Writers

NY Cardinal Dolan must meet with embattled Yonkers’ school parents

"You need to feel the pain the parents, students, and supporters of St. Paul’s are experiencing."

Irish Voice

Yonkers’ Catholic school needs millions to survive

"After some back and forth meetings and discussions they were finally given a figure. This figure is $1.5 to $2 million to be raised within three weeks."

News

Plans unveiled to "fully and safely" reopen schools in Ireland in late August

The Irish government has published its Roadmap to reopening Ireland's schools and a bumper €375 million financial package.

Cahir O'Doherty

The Shadow of Violence is a brutal new Irish western

The Shadow of Violence is a good man turned bad tale that's coming to the big screen this month.

Other Writers

The Fighting Irish immigrants memory lapses and follies

Notre Dame doesn't "get to claim oppression in the past, then close your eyes to it in the present."

Irish Voice

Pat Quinn, Ice Bucket Challenge founder, vows to keep fighting for funds

ALS champion's #Handlebars4Hope mustache challenge is set to raise over $40k.

Cahir O'Doherty

Trump's lack of leadership on the coronavirus is extraordinary

The coronavirus pandemic is the top story in the world and the Trump administration's complete surrender to its ravages is the top story nationally.

Other Writers

Why Joe Biden is winning the 2020 presidential race

It is looking ever more likely that Joe Biden will become the second Irish Catholic to be elected president of the United States.

Other Writers

No green light for US tourists in Ireland

The United States excluded from Ireland's government's "green list" of the safe zone to travel to and from.

News

NYC Archdiocese says Yonkers school will close - parents vow to fight

The Archdiocese of New York says the decision to close St. Paul the Apostle School in Yonkers is “irreversible,” but supporters are not prepared to take no for an answer and will continue in their quest to save it.

Irish Voice

Killarney, a favorite amongst American tourists, is a ghost town this year

Typically lively, vibrant, and welcoming, Killarney in Co Kerry has gone quiet this year thanks to COVID-19.

News

Judge clears former NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade officials

Justice Robert Johnson denied motions by John Dunleavy seeking monetary damages from Dr. John Lahey and Frank Comerford.

News

GAA boss calls on Irish government to ease COVID restrictions for matches

Gaelic Athletic Association President John Horan has asked that 500 fans be allowed to attend GAA games.

Politics

Sinn Féin politician says voters were "sold a pup" with Good Friday Agreement

Mid Ulster MP Francie Molloy said his comments were made in criticism of Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s statement that he would not push for a border poll.

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