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Half-Glaswegian, but all Irishman
“COME all ye young rebels and list while I sing, for love of one’s country is a terrible thing…” who reading this has not heard or indeed sang these words?

Dr David McKinstry
Jun 28, 20256 min read


Culture and Heritage in focus
GLASGOW'S Irish History Group has hosted its inaugural Irish Culture and Heritage Conference.
The Irish Voice
Jun 19, 20252 min read


St Roch’s are heading to Croke Park
A FANTASTIC year of celebration and new activity has followed St Roch’s Marching Band (above) since they were crowned All Ireland Champions at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉiréann in Wexford, but they will hit new heights next month after being invited to perform in front of a capacity crowd at Croke Park.
Dan McGinty
Jun 17, 20254 min read


Why not walk in Brother Walfrid's footsteps?
THIS September, people in Glasgow will have the chance to walk in the footsteps of Brother Walfrid, and learn the full story of this legendary Irishman.
Michael Brady
Jun 9, 20253 min read


A celebration of culture and heritage
MAY will see an exciting new event for the Irish in Scotland, as The Irish History Group host the inaugural Irish Culture and Heritage Conference in Glasgow.
Dan McGinty
May 6, 20254 min read


Meet our Glasgow and Edinburgh Marys
WITH the latest installment of the Mary From Dungloe Festival fast approaching, it’s time to introduce to our readers this year’s Glasgow and Edinburgh Marys
Michael Brady
Apr 23, 20255 min read


Irish in Scotland making great strides
GLASGOW'S streets thronged with the sights and sounds of Irish culture as the St Patrick’s Day Parade, made its way through the city
Dan McGinty
Apr 4, 20254 min read


A year of new frontiers for the Irish in Scotland
From the first civic St Patrick’s Day parade in Glasgow to an Irish Scottish space conference, its has been a year of broken barriers
Consul General of Ireland in Scotland
Mar 29, 20255 min read


Musician celebrates milestone birthday
CELEBRATIONS will be taking place this month on both sides of the Irish Sea for the 100th birthday of much-loved musician, Willie Devine...
Brendan McHugh
Mar 26, 20253 min read


QMU Men and Ladies enjoy University Leagues success
SCOTLAND’S University Leagues for 2024/25 reached their climax recently in both the men’s and ladies’ competitions
Niall Mulvenna
Mar 19, 20251 min read


Plenty of Irish interest at the Glasgow Film Festival
THERE will be plenty of films that will interest the Irish community at this year’s edition of the Glasgow Film Festival, held from...
Gerard Gough
Mar 1, 20252 min read


Celebrations of Irishness at St Patrick’s Day events
THE month of March will once again see great celebrations of Ireland and Irishness up and down the country
The Irish Voice
Feb 28, 20252 min read


St Patrick's Parade will feature an historic first
THE Irish community of Glasgow and beyond are being invited to come along and witness an historic first

L J Sexton
Feb 20, 20253 min read


St Brigid’s Day event celebrates women
WOMEN and their creativity, tenacity, and steadfastness were celebrated on the eve of St Brigid’s Day at an event in Glasgow
Mary McGinty
Feb 14, 20252 min read


Savour a pie and pint in Sharkeys
IN THE heart of the Gorbals, if you look closely, you will find one the best kept secret hostelries in Glasgow
Anthony Fisher
Jan 17, 20252 min read


Blood Upon The Rose set for a Glasgow return
THE fabulous show Blood Upon the Rose is all set for its third return to Glasgow and the wonderful SEC Armadillo Theatre
Michael Brady
Dec 30, 20242 min read


New book showcases Connolly's early writings
EDINBURGH’S radical bookshop, Lighthouse, was the venue for the first of two book launches in Scotland about James Connolly's early writings
Michael Brady
Dec 24, 20243 min read


Connolly's offers a home in the heart of Glasgow
RIGHT in the beating heart of Glasgow, Connollys sits on the corner of Bell Street in the Merchant City
Anthony Fisher
Nov 28, 20242 min read


Celtic Connections 2025 aims to be the best yet
GLASGOW will once again play host to the iconic Celtic Connections festival
Dan McGinty
Nov 19, 20243 min read


Their labour left a legacy
THE navvies took part in various popular sports and pastimes including football, draughts and tug of war competitions

Stephen Coyle
Oct 15, 20247 min read
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