Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted his annual celebration of Irish and Irish-American culture and heritage at Gaelic Park in Kingsbridge, on Wednesday March 15, 2017, honoring individuals of excellence who have contributed to both the success of their own community, to The Bronx and to New York City.

This year’s honorees included Hon. Elizabeth Crowley, New York City Council Member representing the 30th Council District in Queens; Tom Glacken, proprietor of Glacken’s Bar & Grill on East 149th Street; and William J. “Bill” Mulrow, Secretary to New York State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo.

Pictured are: William J. “Bill” Mulrow (L), Secretary to New York State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.