Memorial Day 2023
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PublishedMay 30, 2023
Memorial Day observances in Westbrook
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PublishedMay 29, 2023
South Portland parade sparks memories, remembrance
The procession was headed by South Portland native Edward Cook, a Korean War veteran who recalled serving with a shovel in one hand and rifle in the other.
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PublishedMay 29, 2023
South Portland dedicates park to paratrooper killed in Iraq 16 years ago
The park that brought so much joy to Jason Swiger's childhood is renamed in his honor, with a message to follow his lead and "always extend your hand in friendship."
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PublishedMay 27, 2023
More than 1 million vehicles expected on Maine Turnpike this weekend
The volume of Memorial Day weekend traffic may break a record, with lower fuel prices encouraging more motorists to hit the road.
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PublishedMay 26, 2023
Tom Purcell: A day to honor our war dead
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PublishedMay 25, 2023
92-year-old Army veteran to lead Brunswick-Topsham Memorial Day Parade
Army veteran John Houston, of Topsham, hopes to inspire today's youth to honor the American flag and those who serve and protect. The parade on Monday will start at 8:45 a.m. at the Topsham Town Hall and process to the Brunswick Mall, where observances will start at 11 a.m.
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PublishedMay 24, 2023
Memorial Day parades planned in South Portland, Cape Elizabeth and Scarborough
Local ceremonies will also be held to honor those who died while serving in the U.S. military.
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PublishedMay 24, 2023
Memorial Day plans for Brunswick, Topsham, Bath
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PublishedMay 24, 2023
First Westbrook soldier killed in World War I won’t be forgotten on Memorial Day
A graveside remembrance in honor of Stephen W. Manchester will follow an American Legion ceremony at Veterans Rest at Woodlawn Cemetery and precede the city's Memorial Day parade.
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PublishedMay 16, 2023
Falmouth, Cumberland plan Memorial Day events