Locals observe Ash Wednesday following Fat Tuesday celebrations

Ash Wednesday is here in Monroe and locals are celebrating.
The Record on MSN

What is Ash Wednesday? What to know about holy day in Stockton, SJ

Ash Wednesday 2026 marks the start of Lent on Feb. 18. Learn about the Christian holy day's traditions.
RTÉ Ireland

When Lent in Ireland meant no sex, music, alcohol or merrymaking

Easter dinner was second in importance only to the Christmas dinner, and seasonal Spring meats such as lamb, veal or kid were customary. Prosperous farmers distributed meat amongst their poorer ...
KCCI Des Moines

Catholic parish says Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday events will go on despite winter weather

Roads should start improving by Wednesday afternoon. The weather is not stopping Catholic parishes across the Des Moines metro area from hosting MardisGras events Tuesday night. And services for ...