Special to the Irish Edition — Breaking News

By Sabina Clarke We have been notified that there will be an unveiling of a specially commissioned sculpture of Princess Grace of Monaco by Mayo sculptor Mark Rode—who designed the bust of former President Obama in Moneygall—on Thursday, March 16th  … Continue Reading

Kathleen McDonnell Grand Marshal 133rd Donegal Ball

Dear Members and Friends of the Donegal Association: Welcome to the 133rd Donegal Ball at the Commodore Barry Arts and Cultural Center of Philadelphia on December 3, 2022. I would like to thank President Mary Boyle, chairperson of the Donegal… 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

Chris Collins — Irish-American Sculptor Maintains Studio at Edgehill Castle

Caption Above: Finishing a sculpture of a friend’s father. By Marita Krivda Poxon Not many people live in a castle, but the renowned Philadelphia born sculptor, Chris Collins, does and what a castle it is. Called Edgehill Castle and named… Continue Reading

Celtic Illusion Set To Light Up The Merriam

Celtic Illusion is set to light up Philadelphia’s Merriam Theatre with its breathtaking fusion of modern Irish dance and spell binding magic on May 6th, 2022! “Celtic Illusion showcases a stellar cast of champion and internationally acclaimed dancers, including performers… Continue Reading

Can War Unite? Inside Disunity In The Orthodox World

Caption (above): Saint Andrew’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Philadelphia (Photo | Wikimedia commons) By Thom Nickels As a member of a Russian Orthodox parish in Philadelphia, Saint Michael the Archangel in Northern Liberties, the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine has a… Continue Reading

Michael Bradley — Grand Marshal of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade After Two Year Delay

Caption Above: Michael Bradley and his wife Linda stand with their sons Mickey & Colin at the Penn State Beaver Stadium. By Marita Krivda Poxon Michael Bradley finally gets to be the Grand Marshal of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade… 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