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March 12, 2007

County Board Celebrates Irish History and Heritage
 
O'Rourke Irish Dancers
Lu Ann O'Rourke and the Women's Adult Ceili Team of the O'Rourke Academy of Irish Dance were honored for winning the 2006 North American championship. Also honored was Larry Kirwan(far right), founder and lead singer of the premier Celtic rock band Black 47.
 

The County Board of Legislators held its annual celebration of all things Irish before the start of its March 13, 2007 meeting. The celebration included a reception featuring Irish baked goods, followed by lively musical performances and eloquent speakers in the Chamber. The Board proclaimed March Irish Heritage and History Month in Westchester County.

 
Police Emerald Society of Westchester Pipes and Drums
The Police Emerald Society of Westchester Pipes and Drums enter the chamber playing "God Bless America."
 
Reverened Robert Everett   Dennis Power
Rev. Robert Everett, Pastor of the Ridgeview Congregational Church in White Plains, opened the evening with a special prayer.   Hon. Dennis Power, White Plains City Councilman, sang the "Irish National Anthem" and the "Star Spangled Banner."
 
Larry Kirwin   Bill Ryan and Larry Kirwin
Larry Kirwan, founder and lead singer of the premier Celtic rock band Black 47, is presented with a proclamation by Chairman Ryan for his promotion of Irish culture and history.
 

Faces in the Audience:

Tom and Linda Devine of White Plains Thomas Roach, White Plains City Council
 
Larry Reegan of White Plains
 
Legislator Bernice Spreckman Legislator Lois Bronz

 

 

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