Retired U.S. Marine Corps veterans Jose Telles, at left, and Burt Gigoux, honored those who died for this country by laying a wreath and playing “Taps” on Memorial Day at the Chief Tecopa Veterans Memorial just after 8 a.m. on Monday, May 25th.
Telles placed the wreath, while Gigoux played the 24-note anthem during the brief two-man ceremony.
The VFW and DAV are hosting two ceremonies in honor of this annual military holiday.
Local authorities also participated in a multi-agency interdiction 0peration.
The event next week will honor lives lost and spread awareness about road safety.
Horse vaccinations and mosquito management encouraged
The NyE Communities Coalition hosted it annual volunteer recognition awards this month.
A college degree remains a reliable indicator of success, despite concerns about affordability and questions about whether the value offered by institutions of higher learning is worth the significant investment required.
This is not a time for joy and parties and festivities. This is the quiet time.
