Brian Dillon Journalist
  • Irish Star

Brian is the What's On reporter for Irish Star, covering everything from the best places to eat and drink to the latest events.

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  • Events
  • Food
  • Drink

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Philly's Roots Picnic festival line-up includes Lauryn Hill and Diddy

Roots Picnic takes place in Philadelphia from June 2 to 4, 2023

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Disney exhibition opens in Philadelphia with message from Walt Disney himself

A Disney exhibition opened at The Franklin Institute this past weekend, immersing visitors in 100 years of movie magi...

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Shamrock Shake returns to McDonald's in the US for St Patrick's Day

Fans of McDonald's beloved green Shamrock Shake are reveling in the news that the drink has returned to the fast food...

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One week left for Irish students to apply for J1 summer visa

The J1 student visa allows students to spend a summer living and working in the United States

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Boston to have Pride parade for the first time since 2019

Boston will once again celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride with a parade for the first time since 2019

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How to make traditional Irish pancakes with toppings loved by generations

Pancake Tuesday takes place on February 21 and will see Irish people around the world celebrating with traditional Ir...

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Aoife, Cathal and Ciara among most popular names for babies born in Ireland

The most popular names for babies born in Ireland over the last 50 years have been revealed, proving that some names ...

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The first Irish American police officer who was pushed out of the force

Barney McGinniskin was the first Irish American police officer, having joined the Boston Police Department in the 185...

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Iconic Central Park boathouse reopening this summer

The Loeb Boathouse in Central Park is set to reopen this summer after its closure last October

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NYPD search for motorcyclists who killed 22-year-old in Bronx shooting

The two suspects drove up to the victim on a motorbike, then the passenger shot and killed the 22-year-old

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The best events in Philly in February from winter gardens to Disney celebrations

Philadelphia has a huge range of great things to do in the month of February

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The Irish woman who knitted the jumpers for Banshees of Inisherin

The Banshees of Inisherin has taken the world of cinema by storm, and the jumpers worn by the cast have proven just a...

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