Telling Stories — 44 Interviews Over the Years

by Sabina Clarke Telling Stories can be purchased on Amazon. Telling Stories is a collection of 44 interviews over the years — that appeared in the Irish Edition newspaper and other publications. Among the interviewees are Gerry Adams; Senator George… Continue Reading

Tribute to Tony Byrne

By Russell W. Wylie I remember fondly and miss my occasional conversations with Tony when he answered the office phone working on the Irish Edition very early in the morning. He would always reach into his ample bag of impish… Continue Reading

Knock Shrine Enshrined In Germantown 

By Frank Dougherty The Miraculous Medal Shrine in Germantown is developing on its grounds an outdoor Rosary Walk, a sanctuary for prayer and meditation which, upon completion, will be highlighted by a grotto shrine honoring Our Lady of Knock. “As… Continue Reading

Lethal Larry Fryers Bring the Fight to 2300 Arena September 17 — Monaghan Southpaw Ready to Win Over Philly Fight Fans

Above: Larry Fryers at work — Photo by Daniel Cork By Tim McCloskey Larry Fryers did not take a traditional route to a professional boxing career. Born in Queens, New York, to Irish parents, he moved back with his family… Continue Reading

Michael Finnegan Continues Into His Eighth Year as President of the American Catholic Historical Society

By Marita Krivda Poxon Michael Finnegan heard about the American Catholic Historical Society (ACHS) around fifteen years ago from two fellow Irish American friends Jim McSherry and Jim Fitzsimmons who promoted his appointment to the Society’s Board. Within a few… Continue Reading

Irish Heroes: John Gallagher

By Kathy McGee Burns Last year was a tough time for lots of us. We spent months of separation, bewilderment and depression. I could not even see most of my grandchildren and still have not. Then one day, on Facebook,… Continue Reading