For veteran Pearley Lachance, Saturday’s parade was just another opportunity to bring attention to two decades of work to identify the names of the more than 700 veterans buried in an around Waterville without a proper military headstone.
Veterans Day 2023
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Lewiston gathers to honor veterans, unveil new peace bell
The ceremony featured the unveiling of the 34th memorial stone marker in the park, which is engraved with the names of local veterans who have served in every branch of the military and the insignia of the U.S. Space Force.
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Commission to celebrate Veterans’ Art Exhibition in Augusta Nov. 9
AUGUSTA — The Maine Arts Commission is set to host its Maine Veterans Art Exhibition through Feb. 27 at the State Capitol Complex. This exhibition provides a platform for Maine veterans to showcase their artistic talents and share their experiences with the broader community. The art will be accessible to all during regular business hours, […]
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Augusta churches to ring bells on Veterans Day
AUGUSTA — The city has scheduled to ring the bells of its churches at 11 a.m., 11 times as they honor all those who served on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. This holiday started as a day to reflect upon the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and was originally called Armistice Day. […]
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Veterans Day memorial events planned in Readfield
A Veterans Day memorial event is set for 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 11, at various locations. Those interested in helping honor veterans can meet at 10 a.m. at the Readfield Corner Cemetery on Church Road. A ceremony in honor or all veterans is set for 11 a.m. at the Readfield Town Office, 8 […]
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Farmington society to host WWI Remembrance on Nov. 11
The Farmington Historical plans to host a special remembrance event, “No Higher Service: Franklin County Maine’s Fallen Soldiers of WWI,” at 1:15 p.m. on Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, at the North Church at 118 High St. The event was created by local writer and amateur historian and genealogist Glenn Miller. The free event will […]
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Veterans in Franklin County to be honored Nov. 11 with various programs
Laying of wreaths, speeches, a presentation on Franklin County servicemen in WWI, meals, social gatherings and a service of patriotic songs are among events planned for Saturday, Nov. 11.