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Ancient Stone of Rathcroghan

Dec 15th, 2015 by

The ancient stone of Rathcroghan in Co Roscommon is said to mark the tomb of the fierce King Dathi, the last pagan ruler of Ireland.

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Munster — The Largest County in Ireland

Dec 11th, 2015 by

Munster is the largest county in Ireland.  It has three of the Republic’s six cities, four of the great rivers and the great estuary of the Shannon which is the longest river in Ireland and Britain.

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Booleying

Dec 10th, 2015 by

Booleying is an Irish term for the agricultural tradition of taking cattle up to the highlands to graze during the summer months

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Haemochromatosis – The Celtic Curse

Dec 9th, 2015 by

Haemochromatosis is a blood disorder in which a person has an excess of iron.  It is called the “Celtic Curse” because more people have it in Ireland than any other country.  One in 83 are affected and one person in 5 carries the gene.  It can be effectively treated if diagnosed early.

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Irish Dancers Raising Money

Dec 8th, 2015 by

Irish dancers worldwide are teaming to raise money for France after the terrorist attacks by making videos.

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Did You Know?

Dec 7th, 2015 by

Awen is a Celtic word meaning inspiration or essence.

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A Poem of Ireland

Dec 6th, 2015 by

IRELAND
The one place on earth
That heaven has kissed
With melody, mirth,
And meadows and mist.

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Undocumented Irish in America

Dec 5th, 2015 by

There are an estimated 50,000 illegal immigrants from Ireland in the US, many having been here for many years.

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Irish Abroad & Their Favorite Snacks

Dec 4th, 2015 by

Irish abroad can now get their favorite snacks like Taytos and Cadbury buttons  on the web at asliceofhome.ie

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Conway Mill Trust Holiday Newsletter

Dec 4th, 2015 by

Get the latest news from the community groups Conway Mill Trust supports in Northern Ireland by clicking on the following  Conway Mill Trust Newsletter December 2015.

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