Perhaps it was just Irish kindness, perhaps it was the mystic influence of Jerome Connor (1874-1943), the sculptor born in Annascaul, or perhaps it was just meant to be! A year ago, I arrived in Annascaul and was standing in the Tom Crean Memorial Garden before the annual endurance walk held in honour of that heroic Antarctic explorer. I chanced there to meet a humble but charismatic Irish postman, and we shared our mutual admiration for the intrepid character, personality, and fortitude that made Tom Crean a memorable and irresistible legend.
NYPD cops received more than $150 million in overtime for their increased subway patrols this year – a move that may have paid off, as the latest data shows an overall downturn in felony crime, despite an increase in ridership in 2023.
Everton will play their first competitive fixture in their new home at Bramley-Moore Dock at the start of 2025-26, the club have announced, meaning that next season will be the last at Goodison Park.