Politics & Government
Alderman O’Connor to Head Northwest Side Parade
Lincoln Square's alderman was selected as Grand Marshall for the parade, a decade-old tradition.

If Lincoln Square residents decide to go west—way west—for St. Patrick’s Day, they’ll see a familiar face. Ward 40 Patrick O’Connor will serve as Grand Marshall for Northwest Side Irish Parade.
The parade, now in its 10th year, will kick off at noon on Sunday at Onahan School in Norwood East Park.
Tickets are $1 an include a Danny Boy corned beef and cabbage dinner plus drinks. Life music, face painting and other family fun will be at the end of the parade route.
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