Thanks to all who attended Boston Irish Honors celebration this fall. Every year, we set out to recognize individuals and families whose stories reflect the very best of the Irish experience in Boston – stories of emigration and opportunity, of service, culture, faith, and perseverance. This year’s honorees – UMass President Marty Meehan, former US Ambassador to Ireland Claire Cronin, and Boston’s street attending physician, Dr. Jim O’Connell – inspired us with their generosity and grit. Standing in that room, listening to the applause and the laughter, we felt a renewed sense of purpose about the role our magazine, together with the Forry Foundation for Community Journalism, plays in documenting the lives and achievements of our community. If you were there, you know the energy was palpable; if you couldn’t make it, we hope you’ll join us in 2026. 

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