March is Irish-American Heritage Month in Goose Creek

Release, City of Goose Creek:

Goose Creek Mayor Michael Heitzler signed a proclamation declaring March "Irish-American Heritage Month" in the City of Goose Creek.

Mayor Heitzler met with representatives of The Brian Boru, Division 1, Berkeley County — Ancient Order of Hibernians; an Irish Catholic men's organization to sign the proclamation.

The Ancient Order of Hibernians honors the contributions Irish Americans have made, and celebrate the nearly 40 million who proudly trace their roots back to Ireland. During March, all citizens are encouraged to celebrate the contributions of Irish Americans to our Nation.  

Pictured, from left: Jim Kelly (Vice President of the South Carolina Ancient Order of Hibernians), Mayor Heitzler, Neil J. Diamond (President, Brian Boru Div. 1 Berkeley County, SC, Ancient Order of Hibernians) and Tom Churchill (Vice President, Brian Boru).