3 June 2023 – Obituary: Conor, The O’Brien

Obituary – Conor, The O’Brien Conor, The O’Brien, who has died in his eightieth year was 32nd direct male descendent of Brian Boroimhe (Boru). Conor was, above all other titles, hereditary chief of the O’Brien clan, but generally referred to by his courtesy title, Lord Inchiquin. The O’Briens remained unambiguously one of the royal families […]

1 February 2023 – Spring Message from An Cathaoirleach

Spring Message from An CathaoirleachFebruary 2023 Beannachtaí na Féile Bríde ort. Today, the 1st of February, marks the ancient Gaelic festival of Imbolc, as well as being the feast of Naomh Bríd (Saint Brigid), the matron saint of Ireland. Many people in Ireland are visiting the many holy wells around the country. Some continue the custom of attaching pieces of […]