Jay Mwamba

New York

Boxing Correspondent at Irish Echo

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Leinster No. 10 back in Dublin as Argentina boss

1 week ago | irishecho.com | Jilleen Barrett |Kevin Holohan |Jay Mwamba |Sean Creedon

British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell included 15 Irish players in his squad for their trip to Australia later this month, but since Leinster’s defeat to Northampton in the European Cup a few weeks back, attendances have been poor at rugby games in Ireland. Overall, I feel supporters have become much more selective in which games they are willing to pay to see, in all sports. But the Lions game against Argentina at the Aviva on Saturday next has been sold out for a long time.
Collins's 'Weaving the Tune' is a must-have album

1 week ago | irishecho.com | Jilleen Barrett |Kevin Holohan |Jay Mwamba |Daniel Neely

Tim Collins is not only a gentleman and a scholar, he’s also one of the finest concertina players in traditional music. And, he’s just out with a brand new solo album called “Weaving the Tune” that’s only been 21 years in the making! Fortunately, I’ve had it in the media yoke all week and can report that it’s been worth the wait.
Irish and Buffalo Theatre Champion Vincent O'Neill

1 week ago | irishecho.com | Jilleen Barrett |Kevin Holohan |Jay Mwamba

The death has taken place in Buffalo, New York of Irish actor and theatre director Vincent O'Neill. he died after a battle with cancer. O'Neill, who was honored by the Irish Echo last year, was 75. O'Neill's obituary, published in the Buffalo New,s stated: Vincent O'Neill invigorated theater in Buffalo in countless ways. As an actor, he delighted audiences and critics alike with dozens of stunning performances in many of the area's playhouses.
The Bronx and Belfast bond over arts

1 week ago | irishecho.com | Kevin Holohan |Jay Mwamba |Jilleen Barrett

The Bronx is known for being the birthplace of hip hop, the graffiti movement, and the home of many arts and culture institutions. The influence art has had on the borough is a huge part of tourism – but it is also a significant force in backing economic development...as visitors from Belfast found out recently.
IBO To Honor Consular Duo

1 week ago | irishecho.com | Kevin Holohan |Jay Mwamba

The Irish Business Organization of New York (IBO) will bestow the 2025 Sean McNeill Award at its Annual Summer Party on Monday, June 23, starting at 6 p.m. at Tara Mór, 150 West 30th Street in Manhattan. This year’s event, according to an IBO release, celebrates Consul General of Ireland in New York, Helena Nolan, and Deputy Consul General Gareth Hargadon, as they complete their distinguished service in New York and embark on their next assignments.
Dominating Burke goes 10-0

1 week ago | irishecho.com | Jay Mwamba

Harley Burke lands a left cross on the jaw of Louis Maietta in their fight in White Plains, New York, last weekend. Burke won the six-rounder via unanimous points. Harley Burke and Ryan “The Silent Assassin” O’Rourke were both victorious on last Saturday’s Star Boxing card at the Westchester County Center in White Plains. They extended their undefeated records in the paid ranks with unanimous points decisions over Louis Maietta and Boubacar Sylla, respectively.
Possible Breakthrough in McCarrick Case

2 weeks ago | irishecho.com | Jay Mwamba |Peter J. McDermott

Possible Breakthrough in McCarrick Case News June 12, 2025 by Irish Echo Staff Photo of the Day: Pictured is the scene where Gardaí have begun the search of a property on Monastery Walk in Clondalkin, Dublin, as part of the ongoing investigation into the 1993 disappearance and suspected murder of Long Island native Annie McCarrick. The operation involves forensic and technical examinations of a house and garden, Current residents are not connected to the case.
Fifty Million Boost for Casement Park

2 weeks ago | irishecho.com | Jay Mwamba |Peter J. McDermott

Casement Park in Belfast has been waiting for a day like this. The long dilapidated GAA stadium in West Belfast has been waiting for a windfall. The British government pledged one today. A £50 million (€59 million) investment is being put on the table by the British government to “support the redevelopment” of the stadium. This is a massive boost without doubt.
250th Anniversary of Two Revolutionary War Battles

2 weeks ago | irishecho.com | Jay Mwamba |Peter J. McDermott |P.J. Cunningham

Commemorating historical battles of the American Revolution is a constant exercise here in New England, with the region having played a central role in the Revolutionary War. This month, the 250th anniversary of two key battles is being celebrated by local citizens, history societies and public officials. As is often the case in American history, both battles have significant Irish and Scots-Irish connections.
O'Rourke joins White Plains card for Saturday

2 weeks ago | irishecho.com | Peter J. McDermott |P.J. Cunningham |Lori Cassels |Jay Mwamba

Ryan O’Rourke, the undefeated Dubliner dubbed “The Silent Assassin,” is a late addition to this Saturday’s Star Boxing card in White Plains, New York, featuring Harley Burke’s super middleweight scrap with Bronx fire fighter Louis Maietta. O’Rourke [12-0, 3 KOs] takes on Ohio-based Senegalese Boubacar Sylla [12-1, 7 KO] in a battle of big welterweights scheduled for eight rounds at The Westchester County Center.