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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Popular New Orleans Bar Is Officially Closing After 15 Years
A beloved Irish bar in New Orleans is officially closing its doors later this month. Tracey's Irish Channel Bar has been located on Magazine Street for the past 15 years. It's best known for its po-boys and bar food, especially during crawfish season. While some businesses are about to heat up this summer, Tracey's has unfortunately been dealt too many hits to the point where it has no choice but to shut down. The final blow was dealt in March when the 2025 Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade was canceled due to poor weather. That was expected to be the busiest day of the year for Tracey's. Tracey's announced that it's final day will be on May 31. A heartbreaking statement was released earlier this month on Facebook. "There's been plenty of ups and downs. More ups than downs. The last 2 years have been a roller coaster ride, more stops than starts. Now we announce that the last day for Tracey's will be May 31," the statement on social media read. "We can blame it on a series of unfortunate events. In the end, the cancelation of the IC St Pats parade was the final blow to a season we thought would help us recover from the slumps we experienced. "We fought and fought, but we're out of 26 years we have served the Irish Channel. Friends and our team of dedicated employees became family. We succeeded in turning around 2 businesses before. We hate to let you down now. Our stories in this goodbye/love letter could go on and on and on and probably will, eventually. We close our doors with pride in our tradition of good times and laughs, Saints fanaticism, green beer and jello shots, roast beef po-boys, Buffalo wings and hamburgers." Regulars at Tracey's Original Irish Channel Bar are understandably devastated by this decision. With that said, New Orleans residents have less than two more weeks to grab a bite from Tracey's.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade sets official roll date
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Officials with the Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade have set a new roll date. After being canceled and rescheduled due to bad weather, the krewe will get the chance to parade through the channel on Saturday, March 29. 'Unsinkable Stars' on stage for Mount Carmel's Spring Musical Parade officials say this will 'mark a significant milestone for one of New Orleans' most beloved traditions.' 'This has been one of the more challenging approvals we've ever faced in the history of the parade. The fact that we were able to make this happen is a testament to the commitment of our city, our leaders, and our community to preserving this rich tradition,' said President of the Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Club Dick Burke. Burke said the ability to move forward wouldn't have been possible without the ' the tireless efforts and cooperation of city leaders, state officials, and local organizations working to secure permission and logistics.' Where Y'at this Weekend: Bourbon Fest, Louisiana Crawfish Festival, Alvin Ailey's American Dance Theater, Bicentennial Bash The parade starts at 1 p.m., at the corner or Magazine and Felicity streets and will end at Jackson Avenue and Annunciation Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade sets official roll date 'Unsinkable Stars' on stage for Mount Carmel's Spring Musical Are you earning enough to 'live comfortably' in your city? Here's what it takes Trump backs higher pay for wildland firefighters while DOGE cuts staff More than 80% of cannabis users admit to driving within hours of consuming: report Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Axios
13-03-2025
- Climate
- Axios
Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day parade postponed due to weather threat
Organizers of the Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade in New Orleans are looking for a new day to roll after canceling due to the threat of severe storms. Why it matters: Chances are increasing for nasty weather Saturday. The big picture: Jeff Delatte, the spokesperson for the Irish Channel parade, told Axios late Wednesday that the club will not parade Saturday. They are working with the city to find a new date in the Irish Channel. "We love our Irish Channel culture and heritage and definitely want to be a part of celebrating in New Orleans," he said. There's no immediate timeline, but time is of the essence as the members rely heavily on perishable throws of cabbage, carrots, onions and more. The latest: The National Weather Service is warning residents to prepare for two "significant" severe weather events ahead of an incoming cold front. The first round on Friday is expected to stay north of New Orleans. Saturday is the danger day for southeast Louisiana. Thunderstorms could develop in the morning, forecasters say, and become severe into the evening. NWS says they'll get a better idea about timing Thursday. Threat level: Saturday's storms could bring tornadoes, wind gusts of 75 mph and 2-inch hail. Yes, but: The weather will be gorgeous Sunday after the storms pass — sunny with a high in the mid-70s. Zoom in: The Irish Channel club says they'll still have Mass at 11:45am Saturday at St. Mary's Assumption Church. And, they'll host a block party from 10am to 5pm Monday at Annunciation Square. Zoom out: Covington also rescheduled its St. Patrick's Day parade, as did Krewe du Pooch in Mandeville. Both will roll on Sunday now. The Metairie Road St. Patrick's parade will roll at noon Sunday too. The Krewe of Argus parade, which was canceled due to bad weather on Mardi Gras Day, will roll at 10am Sunday ahead of the Old Metairie parade. Plus, Black Masking Indians show off their suits at Uptown Super Sunday at A.L. Davis Park, starting at noon. What's next: The Irish Channel club says it will post the new date on its Facebook page.
Axios
12-03-2025
- Climate
- Axios
Severe storms threaten Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day parade
Organizers of the annual Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade in New Orleans say they will decide Thursday whether to change their schedule this weekend. Why it matters: Chances are increasing for a severe storm outbreak Saturday, including tornadoes. The big picture: Forecasters with the National Weather Service are warning residents to prepare for two "significant" severe weather events in the South ahead of an incoming cold front. One Friday is expected to stay north of New Orleans. Saturday is the danger day for southeast Louisiana. Thunderstorms could develop in the morning, forecasters say, and become severe into the evening. They'll get a better idea about timing in the next 24 hours. Threat level: The storms could bring tornadoes, wind gusts of 75 mph and 2-inch hail. Yes, but: The weather will be gorgeous Sunday after the storms pass — sunny with a high in the mid-70s. Zoom out: This weekend is packed with events. The Irish Channel parade is slated to roll at 1pm Saturday, while the Metairie Road parade will roll at noon Sunday. The Krewe of Argus parade, which was canceled due to bad weather on Mardi Gras Day, will roll ahead of the Old Metairie parade at 10am Sunday. Plus, Black Masking Indians will show off their suits at Uptown Super Sunday at A.L. Davis Park, starting at noon. The intrigue: St. Patrick's parades are particularly tricky to postpone because riders throw food items like cabbage and onions. The Irish Channel krewe said they are working with NOPD and focusing on the safety of members, first responders and spectators. Jeff Delatte, the spokesperson for the Irish Channel parade, declined to speculate on the organization's options, but said they hope to have an answer by the end of Thursday.
