How to Be Irish in Philly This Week

01. May, 2009 0 Comments

Do good, and see do-gooders get a pat on the back. Plus, there’s music–isn’t there always, thank the Lord?

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Columns, How to Be Irish in Philly
Tracey Farrell Munro, right, with her cousin Mary Ann Farrell LaPorta, and one of Tracey’s father’s trophies the family has kept.

Answered Prayers

01. May, 2009 0 Comments

A family history search gives one woman the family she always wanted.

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Genealogy
Remembering the martyrs.

Recalling the Lessons of History

01. May, 2009 0 Comments

A group of local Irish and Irish-Americans gather at Holy Cross Cemetery in Yeadon to recall the Easter Rising.

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News
Nephew John Boyle displays Donnelly’s medal of valor.

Remembering Michael Donnelly

24. Apr, 2009 0 Comments

Friends and relatives from both sides of the Atlantic gathered to honor a gallant police officer and son of Leitrim who died in the line of duty 80 years ago.

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Vince Gallagher, who appeared in the Martin Ritt movie, will be one your hosts on the trip.

Relive the Saga of the Molly Maguires

23. Apr, 2009 0 Comments

Join WTMR hosts Vince Gallagher and Marianne MacDonald on a trip back to the area where the movie, The Molly Maguires, was filmed. Tickets for this bus trip are going fast so act now.

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History
Shamrocks and Hibernians hurlers: They carry big sticks!

How To Be Irish In Philly this Week

23. Apr, 2009 0 Comments

Stock up on sunscreen. The fine weather is on the way, and with it, Gaelic sports. There are several events scheduled in the next few days that will whet your appetite for action. Also on tap: Shannon and Matt Heaton and some worthy benefits. Read on.

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Columns, How to Be Irish in Philly
That’s the Cavan Society’s Tom Farrelly, right, with Tyrone’s Joe Trainor.

Happy Birthday, Tyrone!

23. Apr, 2009 0 Comments

The Tyrone Society celebrated its 100th anniversary with a night of dancing and music at the Philadelphia Irish Center. We have photos and video.

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Musician and County Clare native Fintan Malone introduces “The Boys and Girl from County Clare” at last year’s film festival.

Get Ready for Thursday Night at the Irish Movies

16. Apr, 2009 0 Comments

We’re doing it again! WTMR radio host Marianne MacDonald, www.irishphiladelphia.com, and the Philadelphia Irish Center are teaming up to present some of the finest Irish movies ever made. And you can help pick them! Read on!

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