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

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

Slavery Controversy Hits Reputation of Irish Patriot: John Mitchel

By Peter Makem Over fifty years ago a statue was erected in Newry in honour of the Irish patriot John Mitchel (1815-1875) by some local politicians and leaders. A Newry GAA club around that time was named in his honor… Continue Reading