So that’s a wrap! Thank you to the @IrelandBoston A team for a wonderful program in Portland, Maine where our historical Irish footprint is deep and our future together looks as bright as the blue skies here today!

What a way to start Friday at the iconic Portland Light! The most photographed lighthouse in the world! I can see why.

Retracing the footsteps of women from Ireland’s diaspora at the Portland Bridget Project @Victoria_Mnsion. The project uncovers the stories of Irish women who came to Maine and worked as domestic servants.

So happy to spend yesterday evening in the company of three remarkable women public representatives in Maine @GovJanetMills, Rep. @chelliepingree, and Hannah Pingree.

A special evening at the Maine Irish Heritage Center connecting with Mainers. Wonderful to join Rep. @chelliepingree on her home turf as she was recognized with the 2025 Claddagh Award—congratulations! 🎉☘️

Engaging meeting at the Maine International Trade Center connecting with @MEDECD. Discussed our shared trade and tourism priorities as well as opportunities for collaboration.

Excellent start of my visit to Portland meeting with members of the Maine Irish American State Legislators Caucus. We discussed the many links between Ireland and Maine, from historic diaspora links to the present day.

Leaving D.C. this morning on my maiden voyage to the beautiful state of Maine to join in the Claddagh Awards honoring @chelliepingree. Did you know that Mainers have deep Irish roots and that it is the largest blueberry producer in the world! 🇮🇪🫐

A very special evening at @IrelandFunds Boston Gala. Congratulations to Bart Grenier & Leslie King Grenier who were honoured with the Distinguished Leader Award. Congratulations also to best selling author, Patrick Radden Keefe, who was honoured with the 2025 Literary Award.

40 years on from the Anglo-Irish Agreement, we commemorate a pivotal step toward peace in Northern Ireland. We remain profoundly grateful for the United States’ critical contributions to the peace process. Learn more: https://t.co/NTdy3IZegp

The visit of Minister Charlie @McConalogue to Boston continued with an @InvestNI Business Leaders Breakfast. Minister McConalogue & Min. @CArchibald_SF addressed the event, which showcased Ireland’s Northwest as a place to invest & succeed.

A wonderful evening as @IrelandBoston hosted the 2025 Golden Bridges Awards Reception. A pleasure to welcome Minister Charlie ⁦@McConalogue⁩ and NI Minister for the Economy, ⁦@CArchibald_SF⁩ for the event. Congratulations to the 2025 honourees!

Minister @McConalogue’s address evoked the deep ties between MA & 🇮🇪’s Northwest & highlighted the Shared Island Cultural Cooperation Fund. Congratulations to Amb. Ray Flynn & Kathy Flynn, who were honoured w/ the Dave Burke Award for their contributions to fostering 🇺🇸🇮🇪 links.

An engaging Golden Bridges 2025 Conference highlighting the economic successes & opportunities of Ireland’s Northwest Region and the power of cross border & transatlantic partnerships.

Together with Northern Ireland Minister for the Economy, Dr @CArchibald_SF MLA, Minister McConalogue underlined the region’s strong connectivity & plentiful tourism offerings.

Minister @McConalogue attended the Tourism Ireland/@GoToIrelandUs Breakfast Roundtable that convened stakeholders, including US-based tour operators, to discuss tourism opportunities in Ireland’s Northwest.

Together with Northern Ireland Minister for the Economy, Dr @CArchibald_SF MLA, Minister McConalogue underlined the region’s strong connectivity & plentiful tourism offerings.

The Minister was pleased to join for this event that showcased the strong academic & economic connections between Ireland & New England.

Minister @McConalogue attended the reception for Boston-based alumni & friends of @DCU held at the French Library, Boston. Speakers including DCU President, Dáire Keogh, highlighted the university’s educational opportunities & global engagement.

Minister McConalogue highlighted the enduring ties between Ireland & Massachusetts, from diaspora links to our present day reciprocal economic relationship.