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2024 Pearl River St. Patrick’s Day Parade Set for March 17th

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – 2024 Rockland County AOH Pearl River St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal is Neil Cosgrove, Parade Commander Sergeant Nick Whalen, and Hibernian of the Year Terry

Parade Commander Sgt. Whalen is a lifelong Rockland resident. Born and raised in Nanuet, he attended St. Anthony’s School, where he marched in the St. Patrick’s Day parade every year from kindergarten through 8th grade. Whalen began his twenty-year career in law enforcement with the NYPD York City and is now a Sergeant with the Orangetown Police Department. In addition to his police career, Nick also serves as a Major in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. He has served in operations and exercises, including combat and contingency operations, in locations including Iraq, Kuwait, the Republic of Korea, the Philippines, and Thailand.

He is a 2-time recipient of the Thomas Kennedy Memorial Award for Bravery at substantial personal risk, a recipient of the Frank Ballard Memorial Award for Life Saving at personal risk, and a recipient of a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition.

Hibernian of the Year Terry McGeever has been a Pearl River resident for over 20 years, where she resides with her husband Kevin, a retired NYPD lieutenant, member of the NYPD Emerald Society Pipes and Drums, and member of AOH Division 3, along with their 4 children: Kevin, Kiera, Kaileen and Kian.

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Pearl River is the second largest in New York State and kicks off Sunday, March 17, 2024 from 1:30-4:00 PM in Pearl River. (28 Railroad Avenue, Pearl River, NY 10965)

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George Washington Also Known As The “Father Of His Country” Has History In Rockland

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Officially known as Washington’s Birthday, the holiday was originally meant to honor the country’s first president, George Washington. Eventually, the holiday included Abraham Lincoln, whose birthday is Feb. 12. Presidents Day is observed on the third Monday of February each year. 

According to the then-used Julian calendar, Washington was born in Virginia on Feb. 11, 1731. In 1752  Britain and its colonies adopted the Gregorian calendar, which moved his birthday a year and 11 days to Feb. 22, 1732.

During the American Revolution, George Washington stayed at the DeWint House in Tappan. The DeWint House is the oldest surviving building in Rockland County. George Washington also camped out at Washington’s Encampment in West Nyack on Strawtown Road.

                                   Rockland County is rich in history go discover it!

 

 

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Random Acts Of Kindness Week February 14th – 20th

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February 14, 2025

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According to nationaltoday.com, “It’s a celebration of all the ways we can become a positive influence in each other’s lives. Even one small act of kindness can mean a great deal to somebody. The world can be selfish and cruel sometimes and not everyone receives the same kind of support they need. In such a world, it is important for us to constantly be reminded to be kind to one another and to give others hope whenever we can. A small and random gesture of kindness can go a long way.

Your kindness might make a world of difference to somebody. This is the best week for you to show your support for the cause and help out someone in need.”

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