Community Corner
Who Doesn't Love a Parade?
Scenes from the Memorial Day festivities in Jefferson Township.
On a warm summerlike day, Jefferson Township remembered those who have served our country during its Memorial Day ceremony and parade.
"Today we honor those who have served, and those who are serving now," said Jefferson Township Mayor Russell Felter. "We honor them for giving us the freedom that make this country great."
Col. Kevin Stoddard also addressed the crowd at the American Legion Post 245 Hall on Espanong Road.
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After the ceremony, the parade kicked off from the Legion Hall an proceeded to Brady Bridge. Another short ceremony took place there, ending with Stoddard, former mayor Fran Slayton and Doris Roberts tossing a wreath over the bridge into Lake Hopatcong.