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Irish actor Stephen Rea will be reading the "Cyclops" section of the James Joyce novel "Ulysses" at Fairfield University's Quick Center on Wednesday, March 19. Photo: Contributed Photo The Oscar-nominated star of "The Crying Game" - Stephen Rea - will read from James Joyce's "Ulysses" at Fairfield University's Quick Center on Wednesday, March 19.

The Irish Midwives and Nurses Organisation has warned that overcrowding reached dangerous levels today at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda.

This is part four of a five week series on the Affiliate Team project grants. So far, you've heard from our affiliates in Africa , Arab World , and Asia-Pacific .

Celebrate with the?Irish in Emmetsburg this week. The annual St. Patrick's Celebration starts Thursday and continues through Sunday.

Downtown Dallas brewery Peticolas Brewing Co. is making a name for itself, not only for its beer but for its beer names.

Beyonce, Jay Z, and little Blue Ivy enjoyed a stroll in a Dublin park on Monday.

In the spirit of St Patrick's Day 2014, Jameson Irish Whiskey will release its fourth limited-edition design bottle, this time the work of illustrator Dermot Flynn .

PRESIDENT Michael D Higgins hailed the dedicated work of emergency service personnel in this year's winter storms, as part of his 2014 St Patrick's Day message for the global Irish.

Songwriting, radio, audio technology, and performance are among the award winning programs offered by Zumix for youth ages seven through eighteen.

Chiquita and Fyffes have recognized the urge to merge and combined their resources.

Members of Ballyshannon Drama Society celebrating their overall win at Kiltyclogher Drama Festival at the weekend.

St. Patrick's Day in Wexford is one of the biggest days of the year, with celebrations and parades taking place throughout Wexford town, New Ross, Enniscorthy, Gorey and even on a beach in the pretty seaside village of Duncannon.

Ireland is 250 acres smaller - as the recent floods and storms tore large blocks off the country's coastline, with the repair bill now set to top a 350m.

Waterford is Ireland 's oldest city, founded in 914 A.D. That makes it older than all of Northern Europe's capitals, except London and Paris.

There were celebrations at the Castletroy Park Hotel on Saturday night as Dawn Ryan was selected as the 2014 Limerick Rose.

Pat O Shaughnessy Chairman Cuchullain CC with Frank Pentony Town Clerk and the Giro D ,Italia delergation in town on thurday morning The Giro d'Italia route through Dundalk has been finalised following a visit by Irish organiser Darach McQuaid of Shadetree Sports, along with his Italian colleagues and event organisers.

Ireland is 250 acres smaller - as the recent floods and storms tore large blocks off the country's coastline, with the repair bill now set to top a 350m.

Waterford is Ireland 's oldest city, founded in 914 A.D. That makes it older than all of Northern Europe's capitals, except London and Paris.

FARMINGDALE - On St. Patrick's Day 1836, there were no parades with bagpipers playing "Danny" Boy or Irish step dancers performing.

Speaking during a major debate on the Government's priorities, he said he spoke to a constituent recently who has six children.