USA USA Pete Flynn, legendary New York Mets groundskeeper, dead at 79 Pete Flynn, a native of County Leitrim, and an original Met dating back to 1962, has passed away. 775
Community Community Queens Councilwoman lauds transatlantic tie-up Councilwoman Elizabeth Crowley told delegates at New York’s Pier A that she is impressed by the transformation she witnessed in Belfast. 0
History History Labor leader seals James Connolly center deal with $50,000 pledge Plans to create an interpretative center focusing on 1916 leader James Connolly has got a fillip from New York City’s transport workers. 24
Community Community New York New Belfast Conference underlines strong links between the two cities Locals from Ireland’s second city have deep and rich connections with New York. 10
Genealogy Genealogy How my orphaned Irish father rediscovered his family He saw the bright side of every situation. As I got older and learned the story of his childhood and the adversities he'd faced, I was more impressed by his positive attitude. 1974
Cahir O'Doherty Cahir O'Doherty Undocumented immigrants harsh reality - one tale can tell a thousand An Irish emigrant’s fear of what could happen now has grown to the point where it’s almost debilitating. 24
Other Writers Other Writers 15 things you notice when you are new to New York (PHOTOS) As an Irish Londoner new to New York, I was in for a few surprises. 656
Niall O'Dowd Niall O'Dowd Farewell Ireland, Hello USA - moving to America 40 years ago today "“Roll on America” I thought as I disembarked. I still do every day." 1605
History History Irish American’s 1967 beer run to visit buddies fighting in Vietnam War The Greatest Beer Run Ever: A True Story of Friendship Stronger Than War tells of one-man's quest to bring support, laughter and beer to his friends. 939
History History Young female 1916 Rising fighter in the GPO tells her story Joyce Kilmer’s moving interview with Moira Regan, who served as a runner between the leaders during the 1916 Rising. 1648
