The downpours of Saturday couldn’t dampen the spirits of Peekskill’s Irish community as they marched through the streets of downtown to the lilt of bagpipes and drums. Grand Marshall Governor George Pataki was joined by Aides Pete Peterson, Fr. Vernon Wickrematunge, Pam Sgori, Rich Jackson. All photos by Student Photographer Damien Ritter.
Westchester County Firefighters drummer
Peekskill resident Daisy Jopling entertains the crowd with her violin.
The Police Emerald Society of Westchester County
Members of Peekskill’s Yacht Club
The Sea Scouts of the Yacht Club
Peekskill City Schools didn’t let the weather deter them
Children dressed as leprechauns brave the rain
Irish dancers brave the rain