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Medieval castle ruins beside an Irish river, Cromwellian era Ireland

The Night Cromwell’s Army Refused to Cross the River Corrib — and What the Locals Say They Saw

In 1652, Cromwell’s soldiers besieged Galway for nine months — but local folklore says one night crossing the River Corrib stopped them cold. — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

Colourful buildings along a river in an Irish town, Ireland

Cost of Living in Ireland by County: Where Americans Get the Most for Their Money (2026)

Discover which Irish counties offer the best value for Americans in 2026. County-by-county breakdown of rent, property prices, utilities and lifestyle costs — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

Rock of Cashel medieval ruins at sunset, County Tipperary, Ireland

Best Things to Do in Tipperary, Ireland: The Complete Guide

Discover the best things to do in County Tipperary, Ireland — from the iconic Rock of Cashel to Cahir Castle, Holy Cross Abbey, and the Galtee Mountains — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

Irish Surnames from Louth – Origins, Meanings & Heritage Roots

Discover the origins of Irish surnames from County Louth. From Norman lords like Bellew and Taaffe to ancient Gaelic clans like Mac Mahon and O’Hanlon — the surnames of Ireland’s smallest county.

Dog outdoors in green Irish countryside setting

Bringing Your Dog or Cat to Ireland from the USA: The Complete Guide

Bringing a dog or cat to Ireland from the USA requires 3 to 6 months of planning — microchip, rabies vaccination, titre test, and a USDA-endorsed EU health certificate. This complete guide covers every step in the right order — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

The Brehon Law That Made It Legal to Steal from a Greedy Man

Under Brehon Law, Ireland’s ancient legal code, refusing hospitality was a serious offence — and the wronged traveller had legal tools to enforce their rights. Discover the ancient Irish laws that governed generosity, honour, and the poet’s power to destroy a miser. Plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

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Irish Healthcare for Retired Expats: GP, HSE, Private — What You Actually Need

Planning to retire in Ireland? Here’s how GP fees, Medical Cards, the Drug Payment Scheme, and private health insurance work for expat residents — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

Abandoned farmhouse on Fair Head, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

The Irish Men Who Signed America’s Declaration of Independence

The Irish signers of the Declaration of Independence include five remarkable men born in Ireland or of direct Irish descent — discover their counties, emigration stories, and where to visit their homelands today — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

Irish Soldiers in the American Revolution: How Ireland Shaped Independence

Discover the Irish soldiers who helped win American independence — from Commodore John Barry to the regiments that shaped the Revolution — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

Where to Visit the Irish Roots of America’s Founding Fathers

Trace the Irish roots of America’s founding fathers in Ireland. Visit Co. Antrim, Cobh, and the Ulster-American Folk Park where their story began — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.

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