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Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Parade Grand Marshal John J. Dougherty Jr.–known as “Doc’–was the recipient of accolades at the annual pre-parade ceremonies in the city on Thursday. We have lots of photos.

The Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade honors five men who contribute to the preservation of Irish heritage in America.

Brian Mengini has a little chat with Leo Moran before the Celtic rockers come to the TLA in Philly on March 13.

Our friends at McGillin’s Olde Ale House in Philadelphia shared a few great recipes with us–and with you. Irish potato martini, anyone?

Wherever you keep your St. Patrick’s Day gear–go get it. The festivities start this week and they go to the end of the month. You don’t want to be caught without your shamrock deely bobbers or your cabbage and potato necklace in case a parade or pub crawl breaks out.

CBS3 meteorologists advise “fingers crossed” for parade day (it might rain) at the annual CBS3 Parade VIP party, held at the station’s studios in Philadelphia. The Grand Marshal and Ring of Honor were officially introduced. We have photos!

Independence Blue Cross CEO Daniel Hilferty, filmmaker Timothy Chambers, and Shire Pharmaceuticals were all recipients at this annual event sponsored by the Irish American Business Chamber in Philadelphia. The ambassador had some good news to share from Ireland too.

It had glamour, gorgeous costumes, great dancing, and the Delco Gael’s Gaelic sports club must have made a bundle from their creative fundraiser, “Dancing Like a Star.” More than 700 people showed up to cheer on eight couples who practiced for months for this dance competition. Check out our photos for all the action–and to see who won!