May. 28, 2024 By Anthony Medina A tradition that has stood the test of time in Ridgewood and Glendale once again brought thousands of patriots to Myrtle Avenue on Monday, May 27, to celebrate and commemorate the lives of U.S. military service members on Memorial Day. This year marks the 86th anniversary of the Myrtle…
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May. 28, 2024 By Anthony Medina and Paul Frangipane The Forest Hills Memorial Day Parade, an enduring six-decade tradition in the Queens neighborhood, drew thousands of community members and over 40 organizations on Sunday, May 26, including Marines, Sailors, and military service members as part of Fleet Week. American Legion Continental Post #1424 spearheaded this…
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May. 23, 2024 By Athena dawson A group of valiant veterans of all walks of life were honored for their military service at a Memorial Day Observance Ceremony at the Queens Borough Hall Veterans Memorial Garden in Kew Gardens on Wednesday, May 22. The ceremony took place on a bright, sunny day, as dozens of…
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May. 29, 2023 By Gabriele Holtermann The large crowd at the Forest Hills Memorial Day Parade in Queens on Sunday proudly waved Old Glory while paying special homage to Vietnam War veterans in recognizing all who served our country. The May 28 parade — just one of many tributes across the city on Memorial…