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Blairstown to hold Memorial Day Parade honoring 80th anniversary of WWII’s end

BLAIRSTOWN TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Warren County) — The Givens-Belet American Legion Post 258 will host the 2025 Memorial Day Parade to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation.

The tribute will begin with a memorial ceremony at noon on Sunday, May 25, at Cedar Ridge Cemetery. The parade is scheduled to step off at 1 p.m. from the Tractor Supply lot and will end at Footbridge Park, where refreshments, awards and community fellowship will follow.

This year’s event commemorates the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, and organizers look forward to welcoming veterans groups, community organizations, youth groups, first responders and local residents to join in a collective show of respect and remembrance.

“Let’s make this a memorable day of reflection, respect, and unity as we honor those who gave their lives in service to our great nation,” the post said in a statement. “We can’t wait to see you there.”

Jay Edwards

Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender, voice-over artist, traffic reporter (award winning), NY Yankee maintenance crewmember and peanut farm worker. His hobbies include mountain climbing, snowmobiling, cooking, performing stand-up comedy and he is an avid squirrel watcher. Jay has been a guest on America’s Morning Headquarters,program on The Weather Channel, and was interviewed by Sam Champion.

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