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James Heavey, who is an Army ROTC Second Lieutenant, was introduced by his father Police Dept Chief Jim Heavey. He spoke about the meaning of Memorial Day. Continue Reading →
“The first observance of what would become Memorial Day, some historians think, took place in Charleston, S.C., at the site of a horse racing track that Confederates had turned into a prison holding Union prisoners. Blacks in the city organized a burial of deceased Union prisoners and built a fence around the site.” – Steve Meskers Continue Reading →
Across town there are several parades and ceremonies to mark Memorial Day. The beaches officially open on Saturday. The Jim Fixx memorial Day Run is Monday morning. Continue Reading →
On Friday morning, after several patriotic songs and introduction of about 18 veterans who have connections to the school, featured speaker was James Waters, who served as a United States Navy SEAL officer for 12 years. Continue Reading →
This weekend is Memorial Day Weekend. It is a time to relax, fire up the barbeque, and to congregate with family and friends. It is also a time to remember, to reflect, and to pay that rational homage to those who have served in defense of the Republic and have laid down their life for the cause. It is to memorialize them and their sacrifice. Continue Reading →
Over 65 Scouts and volunteers gathered on Wednesday, May 26 in support of the American Legion Post 29 by placing flags on the graves of veterans at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Continue Reading →
Memorial Day is Monday, May 31 and there are several outdoor events scheduled over the holiday weekend in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Mass vaccination sites are being closed. Brunswick will close on June 13. Continue Reading →
This year, in response to efforts to slow the Covid-19 pandemic, large gatherings including the annual Memorial Day parade in Old Greenwich, were canceled. Instead, residents were invited to attend wreath laying ceremonies and maintain social distancing. Continue Reading →
Don Sylvester, Commander of the Byram Veterans Association, announced this week that while formal ceremonies for Memorial Day are cancelled around town, local veterans will observe the day at the various war memorials in town. Social distancing will be observed. Continue Reading →