Colleen Fitzpatrick, daughter of James and Nancy Henry, was raised in Islip Terrace, New York, in Suffolk County, alongside her younger siblings, Catherine and Thomas. Her father, James, was an active member of the East Islip Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 7, and played a key role in organizing the East Islip St. Patrick’s Day Parade each year—an early influence on … [Read more...] about Parade Commander, Sgt. Colleen Fitzpatrick
Hibernian of the Year, Mary O’Mahony Mulcahy
Mary O’Mahony Mulcahy was born in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx to Simon and Joan O’Mahony. She was later raised in Oakland, New Jersey alongside her four siblings, Kevin, Jeanne, Claire, and Tracy. Mary graduated from Indian Hills High School in Oakland. After graduating high school, Mary earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from East Stroudsburg … [Read more...] about Hibernian of the Year, Mary O’Mahony Mulcahy
2026 Rockland County Grand Marshal Pat Withers
Patrick Withers is a proud son of Irish immigrants, with family roots tracing back to County Fermanagh and County Donegal. A lifelong resident of Rockland County, Patrick was born and raised in Suffern, New York, and is the son of the late Danny and Bridget Withers. From a young age, he was immersed in the rich traditions and values of Irish culture, which have guided his … [Read more...] about 2026 Rockland County Grand Marshal Pat Withers
2026 Emerald Ball Tickets.
October 25 2025 Major Degree
The Ancient Order of Hibernians is built on the principles of Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity. Every member begins that journey when they take the Shamrock Degree at their Division, but the journey is not complete until they have received the Major Degree of the Order.When you were first initiated into the AOH, you pledged to one day take the the "lessons and tests of … [Read more...] about October 25 2025 Major Degree