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Mamaroneck to Hold Candlelight Vigil for Orlando Victims
The mayor said it was a time to appreciate what we often take for granted.
The Village of Mamaroneck will honor the victims of the Orlando mass shooting by holding a candlelight vigil Friday, June 17.
An email sent by Mayor Norman S. Rosenblum said the vigil will begin at 8 p.m. at the Memorial in front of the Court room located at 169 Mt. Pleasant Ave.
He said it was once again a time to mourn those who lost their lives and to pray for those who were injured.
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The Pulse Orlando Night Club & Ultra Lounge was the scene Sunday of a massacre, apparently orchestrated by Omar Mateen. He killed 49 nightclub patrons and injured 53 others.
“It is a time for reflection and appreciation of what we too often take for granted,” Rosenblum said, “our freedoms and quality of life.
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“It also reminds us that we must firmly stand together with all Americans and other throughout the world of good will in the common battle against terrorism,” he said.
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