Tag: Plank Road
Cleveland Comhrá: The Winter Solstice
Explore the ancient Celtic traditions around the Winter Solstice in Ireland, from the celebration at Newgrange to the battle between the Oak King and the Holly King. Discover the rich history of solstice festivities, including mistletoe rituals and the adaptation of Celtic practices into Christian celebrations. Uncover the connections between pagan beliefs and modern Christmas traditions.
Cleveland Comhrá: Wolfhounds, Knees & Nurses
By Bob Carney Wolfhound Part OneIf you’re a regular reader of this column, you’re aware that Mary and I love animals. We share our home with three cats, our little […]
Illuminations: Father John Murphy and the Rebels of Wexford
By J. Michael Finn “God grant you glory brave Father Murphy and open heaven to all your men The cause that called you may call tomorrow in another fight for […]
Fitness Dr.: My Healthiest Foods
From breakfast cereal… to nuts… to fast food, here is my healthiest list! Healthiest CerealThe healthiest cereal is going to be a fiber-heavy, fortified cereal made with whole grains. Whole […]
Soil: Blowin’ In
Blowin’ In: Soil By Susan Mangan Between my finger and my thumb The squat pen rests . . . Under my window, a clean rasping sound When the spade sinks […]
Health Matters: Pediatric Obesity: What Adults Can Do to Help Their Children
Health Matters: Pediatric Obesity: What adults can do to help their children By Dr. Krystal Russell Childhood obesity has been, and continues to be, a serious problem in the United […]
Don’t Feck with the Irish:
Akron Irish: Don’t Feck with the Irish By Lisa O’Rourke There is a tricky wind moving over Europe. We didn’t see it coming even though we did. Like a […]
The Fitness Doctor: Avoid Holiday Weight Gain w These Festive Foods
The Fitness Doctor: Avoid Holiday Weight Gain with These Festive Foods Dr. Fredrick Peters The holidays are a time when family and friends gather to enjoy indulgent meals. So, it’s […]
Stone Mad: We Made It!
Stone Mad: We Made It!! By John Digney With all the anticipation of a child at Christmas, and the ups and downs of the fiercest roller coaster imaginable, our planning […]
STONE MAD, Part II: Stone Walls- The Question of Why?
STONE MAD, Part II: Stone Walls- The Question of Why? By John Digney [Part I ran in the April, 2021 issue, and can be read in our archives here on […]