American Legion Post #377 and Veterans of Foreign War Post #1708 combined color guard were led by Cammander Ray Quattrini. Photos by Geri Corey.
The Ancient Division of Hibernians Division 1 Pipes and Drums adding atmospheric music to the event.
Many onlookers came to the parade to support the heroes who helped the community throughout the pandemic. Nineteen-month-old Jalen, waving his flag, came with his grandmother, Julie Turi, and his mother Mari. Jalen is the son of Mari and Nick Turi.
Young Lee and her children, Erin, 9, and Evelyn, 5, of Goshen, were happy to come to the parade. Erin and Evelyn thought this was “a good parade” and they especially liked "seeing the fire engines."
Heroes Appreciation Day Parade was sponsored by Illuminate Goshen, with Molly and Jimmy O’Donnell spearheading the event. It took place on Saturday, July 3, beginning at noon.
Marching down Main Street, the Veterans Color Guard proudly led off the parade, followed by representatives from police, fire districts, emergency service and essential workers from here and around Orange County. The Ancient Division of Hibernians, Division 1 Pipes and Drums added atmosphere to the parade.
“The event turned out great,” said George Lyons, who was asked by Jimmy O’Donnell to assist in getting EMS vehicles to join the parade. “Even the weather co-operated. This was a great event.”
Lyons is a Town of Goshen Councilman and president of GOVAC.
- Geri Corey
Additional photos appear on page 15.