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Bridgewater Memorial Day Parade Marches Down Old York Road

The annual parade and ceremony in Bradley Gardens is hosted by American Legion Post #327.

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Leading the way are members of the Bradley Gardens American Legion followed by a procession of local officials, first responders, veterans along with other groups. (Courtesy of Thom Horvath)
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Two members of Bradley Gardens Rescue Squad salute after placing a wreath honoring the men and women of the armed forces that made the ultimate sacrifice. (Courtesy of Thom Horvath)
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North Branch Engine 49-8 apparatus was one of many fire companies that participated in the parade. (Courtesy of Thom Horvath)
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Bridgewater Raritan High School's Marching Band provided the music as they headed down Old York Road. (Courtesy of Thom Horvath)

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — First responders, veterans, a band, and township officials marched down Old York Road as part of the annual American Legion Memorial Day parade and ceremony.

The American Legion Post #327 hosted the parade in the Bradley Gardens section of town on Monday which began on Beach Avenue and marched to Ardmaer Park for a ceremony.

A Memorial Service was then held at the memorial at the park off Oak Street.

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Old York Road was closed between 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for the parade.

Bridgewater Mayor Matthew Moench and Councilmen Filipe Pedroso and Michael Kirsh attended the event and shared some words. See below:

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