DFB PIPE BAND
John Daly leads the drum corps.
From within
THE CIRCLE The Pipe Band says farewell to a stalwart and welcomes new members, writes Secretary John McNally.
SUMMER 18 FIRECALL
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s noted in previous articles from the band, we are still in a very quiet period due to the ongoing pandemic. The good news, however, is that the band have been back at regular practice since the start of June. The lifting of restrictions, good weather and long evenings have allowed us to meet and practice once again outdoors. We hope to continue with practice throughout the summer period and hope to get back indoors when the lifting of restrictions allows.
A FAREWELL Sunday, 6 June saw the retirement of Station Officer and DFB Pipe Band drummer John Daly from the Dublin Fire Brigade after a long and distinguished career. John is a stalwart of the band and has assumed the role of Chairman, Secretary and Drum Sergeant over his many years. John was piped onto his last parade by DPB Pipe Band solo piper Mark Toner. This was followed by a ‘Flashmob’ style appearance from the band. John was genuinely surprised, and it almost brought a tear to his eye!
