The men and women of the "Fighting 69th", the F.D.N.Y. and the N.Y.P.D. are today on the front lines, fighting an unseen enemy in the form of Covid-19 and they are doing an amazing job. They deserve our applause, our support, and any help we can give them. Sadly we know, some will not be with us after this pandemic, however, their presence will always be felt … [Read more...]
Catholic Faith Network Presents
Catholic Faith Network Presents: Faith and Heritage, the heart of the Irish Immigrant. NYC St Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal and Aides Featured in an Upcoming Special This program features interviews and remarks with Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Chairman of the NYC St Patrick’s Day Parade Sean Lane, Grand Marshal Dr Brian O’Dwyer and the Aides to the Grand Marshal. The … [Read more...]
Highlight: Xaverian Pipe and Drum Corp
The Xaverian Pipe and Drum Corp has played all over the New York metropolitan area, has won numerous awards, most recently First Place High School Division at last year's Queens County Rockaway St. Patrick's Parade. https://youtu.be/L00OatGz144 https://youtu.be/T5lkYnZKdcQ Band Director: Brendan Moloney … [Read more...]
Hilary Beirne on the Radio
Listen to Hilary Beirne of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Board of Directors Saturday at 10 a.m. as he discusses the 257th New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade with the legendary Adrian Flannelly, livestreamed on www.irishradio.com. … [Read more...]
Dermot Sexton, a 50-year volunteer blows the whistle to start the New York City Saint Patricks Day Parade
Dermot Sexton will mark his 50th year as a volunteer for the New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade by blowing the ceremonial silver whistle which officially starts the 257th Parade. It will be a bittersweet honor for Sexton, a native of Nurney, in County Kildare. For the first time, his beloved wife of 55 years, Kathleen Garvin Sexton, won’t be by his side to share the honor. … [Read more...]