Decades before Irish were Chicago political royalty, they lived in a ramshackle slum called Kilgubbin
In the 1850s and 1860s, Kilgubbin was often mentioned in the pages of the Tribune and other Chicago newspapers. The name ...
Historian Jack Neely shares insight on Irish history in Knoxville
Neely explains Knoxville's rich Irish heritage, highlighting the impact of Irish immigrants on the city's early development.
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Decades before Irish were Chicago political royalty, they lived in a ramshackle slum called Kilgubbin
Kilgubbin won’t be found on modern-day maps of Chicago, but there once was a place known by that name — a settlement of Irish immigrants on the city’s North Side. In the 1850s and 1860s ...
On the South Shore of Massachusetts, locals pay tribute to Irish history
The South Shore Irish Heritage Trail winds through nine towns, from Weymouth to Plymouth, along the South Shore of ...
From Kennedy to Curley: Discovering Boston’s Irish history on foot
The Boston Irish Heritage Trail covers about three miles from the Rose Kennedy Garden at Christopher Columbus Park to Fenway ...
Threats, money problems and cops: Alleged cover-up may cripple Detroit's Irish epicenter
An audit warns the longtime Corktown establishment could lose tax-exempt status and face other problems if it doesn't shore ...
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The Irish defectors who fought for freedom and for Mexico
As the United States invaded Mexico in 1846, Los Patricios, a group of immigrants, took up arms for Mexico to defend their ...
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Boston Irish Heritage Trail expands across Central Massachusetts
A Celtic Cross at City Hall and a Blackstone Canal Builders sculpture are among the new sites on the expanded trail.
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Our Rich History: Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day — The Irish in our region
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune St. Patrick’s Day is one of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky’s favorite celebrations.
Wexford and Limerick delegations to celebrate St. Patrick's Day Savannah-style
During their visit to Savannah, delegations from County Wexford, County Limerick and the city of Limerick will tour the Georgia Ports Authority, among other sites.