Treat yourself to an afternoon of fun and music by supporting the Pearl River School of Irish Music in their mission to develop the next generation of traditional Irish Music … [Read more...] about Help Keep the Tradition Alive
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Please Support Rockland GAA Raffle and Field Day
The Rockland GAA does incredible work with the young people in our community, teaching them the values of teamwork, discipline, and instilling cultural pride through our native games. By supporting their raffle and field day event, you are providing the support they need to continue this important work.We encourage all our members to consider purchasing a raffle ticket and … [Read more...] about Please Support Rockland GAA Raffle and Field Day
June 2024 President’s Message
I hope our newsletter finds everyone well and you’ve enjoyed what is typically a busy May and June. Our next meeting is this, Friday, June 21st at 8pm. We’ll wrap up business before the summer break and tee up activities for the Fall. Thanks to everyone who came out to march with us in Pearl River’s Memorial Day parade. On a stormy morning when other towns had to … [Read more...] about June 2024 President’s Message
How Maureen Sweeney’s Weather Report Saved D-Day
As a young woman growing up in County Kerry, Maureen Flavin Sweeney dreamed of moving to the United States. However, Belmullet in County Mayo, on Ireland's Atlantic coast, was as far west as she got. There, she worked as a postal clerk and, on June 4, 1944, made a weather report that changed the course of history. She was 21 years old. Constructed in … [Read more...] about How Maureen Sweeney’s Weather Report Saved D-Day