Offaly Association New York honoured at civic reception hosted by council
A civic reception was held for Offaly Association New York recently by Cathaoirleach Cllr Eddie Fitzpatrick and the members of Offaly County Council.
Martin Furlong and Paddy Hogan, supported by their families and friends from New York and Offaly, attended the reception to represent the Offaly Association New York at the prestigious event.
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Elected Members of Offaly County Council. Photo by Paul Moore.Image 2 of 4
Members of Tullamore Comhaltas pictured performing at the civic reception.Image 3 of 4
Katie and Martin Furlong of the Offaly Association New York at the Civic Reception hosted by Offaly County Council. Photo by Paul Moore.Image 4 of 4
Martin Furlong from Offaly Association New York is joined by Katie Furlong, Matt Connor (Offaly GAA) and Cllr Declan Harvey at the Civic Reception in honour of Offaly Association New York, hosted by Offaly County Council. Photo by Paul MooreAn Cathaoirleach Cllr Eddie Fitzpatrick said: “Civic Receptions recognise an individual's, group's or organisation's achievements and contribution to society at local, national, or international level. On behalf of all gathered here today, we are delighted to bestow this honour on the Offaly Association New York as they continuously celebrate and promote the best of Offaly and Irish culture while keeping connections alive and well within a supportive community.
“It seems fitting the Offaly Association New York is recognised for their good work as they continually provide a vital connection, ‘a home away from home’ for the Offaly diaspora to re-engage in Offaly culture as well as providing insight into Irish traditions and the importance of community, something which is embedded in the DNA of every Offaly person no matter where they live,” added Chief Executive of Offaly County Council Anna Marie Delaney.
Tullamore Comhaltas provided musical entertainment with a selection of reels, jigs, hornpipes and concluded the event with the ‘Offaly Rover.’
The civic reception was held at Áras an Chontae, Charleville Road,Tullamore on Tuesday, September 26.