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04/03/2008 -
Michael Flatley New Freeman of Sligo Borough
Michael Flatley has been conferred with the honour of Freeman of Sligo Borough following a ceremony in City Hall on Monday 25th February.
In his address Mayor Councillor Jonathan McGoldrick recalled Michael’s many achievements during his prolific career, encompassing successes in the world of Irish music, dancing, and sport. ‘Michael Flatley was born with a strong work ethic which he used in developing his talents with unsurpassable dedication and commitment. Although born in the vast United States of America, he grew up in a strong Irish culture, and the guidance of his parents engaged him in Irish music and dancing.’
The Mayor talked about Michael’s visits to City Hall. ‘He competed in this building in Feis Shligigh in the years between 1976-1979 and won the Markievicz Cup on three consecutive occasions. He also won outright the West of Ireland trophy as Senior Champion in Sligo Feis Ceoil.’
The Mayor formally welcomed Michael Flatley ‘on to that relatively short but outstanding roll of persons who have been admitted to the Freedom of the Borough.’
- Michael Flatley signing the book of Freedom of the Borough
- Micheal Flatley and his wife Niamh with Mayor Councillor McGoldrick, Town Clerk John McNabola and guests
In his address Mayor Councillor Jonathan McGoldrick recalled Michael’s many achievements during his prolific career, encompassing successes in the world of Irish music, dancing, and sport. ‘Michael Flatley was born with a strong work ethic which he used in developing his talents with unsurpassable dedication and commitment. Although born in the vast United States of America, he grew up in a strong Irish culture, and the guidance of his parents engaged him in Irish music and dancing.’
The Mayor talked about Michael’s visits to City Hall. ‘He competed in this building in Feis Shligigh in the years between 1976-1979 and won the Markievicz Cup on three consecutive occasions. He also won outright the West of Ireland trophy as Senior Champion in Sligo Feis Ceoil.’
The Mayor formally welcomed Michael Flatley ‘on to that relatively short but outstanding roll of persons who have been admitted to the Freedom of the Borough.’
- Michael Flatley signing the book of Freedom of the Borough
- Micheal Flatley and his wife Niamh with Mayor Councillor McGoldrick, Town Clerk John McNabola and guests