It was really great seeing that foursome from Stony Point, Hughie Dunne, John Maher, Bill Ryan and Ed Schoales out on a work release program and playing in the Golf Outing the only one missing was their Parole Officer Des Flanerty. These guys put a new meaning in the “Sprung Outing” and “Closest to the Pen”. They said they would have golfed better but their ankle bracelets were … [Read more...] about Hibernian House June 2010
Lt. Col. Joseph Jeremiah McCarthy, “A hero at every campaign and everything he did”
The recent HBO Mini-Series The Pacific has brought a long overdue recognition to the sacrifices and hardships endured by the U.S. Marines in the Second World War. These battles were fought on isolated islands that one would struggle to locate on a map: Guadalcanal, Roi-Namur, Saipan-Tinian, Peleliu, Okinawa. Combat was often at point blank range; not only did the men involved … [Read more...] about Lt. Col. Joseph Jeremiah McCarthy, “A hero at every campaign and everything he did”
Relay For Life
Fellow Hibernian, This year, many Pearl River residents including myself - a Cancer survivor, will be taking part in the American Cancer Society Relay For Life - raising funds to fight this horrible disease. This event will be held on Friday 6/18 starting at 6 PM and finishing Saturday morning 6/19 at 8 AM. This will benefit the American Cancer Society and for the 1st time … [Read more...] about Relay For Life
Girsa in Concert June 25th, Pearl River High School
Pearl River's own Girsa, an award winning traditional Irish Band featuring young ladies from the Pearl River Community, will be performing at Pearl River High School on June 25th at 7:30 pm. Girsa has performed for such notables as Mary McAleese, President of Ireland and been acclaimed by The Wall Street Journal, WFUV and the Irish Echo. Master of Ceremonies … [Read more...] about Girsa in Concert June 25th, Pearl River High School
GAA FIELD GRAND OPENING
Mark your calendars- the Rockland GAA will celebrate the Grand Opening of their newly renovated fields on the weekend of July 25, 26, and 27 with games, refreshments, music and much more. See the flier for more details … [Read more...] about GAA FIELD GRAND OPENING