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Joan Sweeney Moore, 2019 Grand Marshal of Rockland St. Patrick’s Day Parade honored at Rockland Legislature

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Legislators Vincent D. Tyer and Patrick J. Moroney welcomed Joan Sweeney Moore of Pearl River to the Legislature’s Chambers. Joan has been chosen to be this year’s Grand Marshal of the Rockland County Ancient Order of Hibernians’ St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

The same night Joan visited, the Legislature celebrated Women’s History Month, and on March 17, when the parade kicks off at 1:30 p.m. in Pearl River, it will also mark the local celebration of the 125th anniversary of the founding of the Ladies’ AOH in America.

IN THE PHOTO: Joan Sweeney Moore and Legislator Patrick J. Moroney (left) and Joan and Legislator Vincent D. Tyer (right).

Photo Credit by Rockland County Legislature

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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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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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