Woodbridge Holds Vigil For COVID Victims This Sunday

WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This Sunday, Woodbridge Mayor John McCormac, the town council and the Woodbridge Recreation Department will host a “Remembrance Vigil Ceremony.”

This vigil is to honor and remember the lives of Woodbridge residents who died during the COVID quarantine lockdown and could not have a proper funeral service.

Immediately following the vigil, Woodbridge officials will shift gears for the “COVID-19 Community Hero Day,” which will recognize and celebrate community heroes such as the Township’s nine fire departments, four first aid squads, Department of Public Works, essential employees, healthcare heroes, and individuals who went above and beyond during the height of the pandemic.

When: Sunday, Sept. 20, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Where: Woodbridge Township Concert Stage, located on the Field behind Woodbridge High School, Samuel Lupo Plaza next to Woodbridge Public Library and Woodbridge High School