Sand Lake Memorial Day Ceremony

Wynantskill played host to the North Greenbush Memorial Day Parade. The large parade has hundreds of participants who pass by even more residents that line the streets. Dignitaries, marching bands, pipe bands and a plethora of fire departments participate in the event.

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Maplewood Memorial Day Parade

The Maplewood Fire Department coordinated theirannual Memorial Day Parade on May 26, 2023. The annual parade has been going on forover30 years. Neighboring departments, Town of Colonie SupervisorPeterCrummey, as well as othertown officials, joined not only the parade but also the ceremony held after. The ceremony includes laying of wreaths, music by a marching band and Albany pipe band, honoring veterans. Residents lined the streets as the parade passed, receiving flags from participants. The evening concluded with everyone, including residents, returning to Maplewood FD forhot dogs and hamburgers.

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It was a lovely day forthe Town of Sand Lake as it held its annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. Averill Park and West Sand Lake were a few of the departments that participated in this year’s event. The parade ends at the Sand Lake Veterans Memorial where honored guests expressed what Memorial Day means to them.

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Niska Day Event

The Town of Niskayuna comes togethereach yearforNiska Day. Schools, businesses, dignitaries and fire departments start the day with a parade through the town. The parade leads to the Niskayuna High School where more events take place throughout the day. It is a wonderful event that brings a close-knit community together.

- Submitted by Lori Washburn; photo by Photos By Truck