Given the oppressive conditions under which they lived and worked, it’s hard to imagine how 19th Century Irish immigrants had ...

Following the Great Potato Famine in Ireland from 1845 to 1852, an estimated 500,000 Irish emigrated to America. In all, by 1875 some 6 million Irish settled in the U.S. An estimated 500,000 ...

Irish ate more pork than beef, but English demands and low prices in the U.S. played a role in creating the annual holiday ...

I did cook the requisite corned beef, cabbage and potatoes, yesterday, the Holy Day, March 17. I also offered a meatless ...

A New York City neighborhood dubbed 'Little Ireland' is only a short 30 minutes away from the center of the Big Apple and has tons of affordable housing and a rich history.

The oldest known photo of an Irish Famine ... the years 1845 to 1852, and at not having had to emigrate to survive. The historic photo was displayed as part of The Irish Potato Famine exhibit ...

St. Patrick’s Day occurs annually on March 17 in observance of the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. What began as a religious feast day in the 17th century has evolved into a variety ...

Irish traditions, English meddling and a famine all have ... the destruction of the potato crop was as rapid as it was comprehensive, the museum said. Between 1845 and 1855, nearly 2 million ...

By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune St. Patrick’s Day is one of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky’s favorite celebrations.

ST Patrick’s Day punters will be pleased to discover that Wetherspoons has slashed the price of a pint of Guinness in more ...