19-05-2025
New Paris to host Memorial Day parade, ceremony
NEW PARIS — The annual New Paris Community Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony will take place this Sunday. The community will remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States of America. The event is hosted by the New Paris Chamber of Commerce and the New Paris Boy Scouts, Troop 12.
The parade steps off at 2 p.m. from Main and Market streets and will proceed to the New Paris/Jackson Township Cemetery.
Any one who wishes to participate is welcome, organizers said.
The ceremony begins at approximately 2:15 p.m. at New Paris/Jackson Township Cemetery.
This year's ceremony will feature a keynote address by State Rep. David Abbott. Rep. Abbott and his wife Lori, are Gold Star Parents.
New Paris Boy Scouts, Troop 12 will present and raise the colors. The Goshen Veterans Honor Guard will provide a rifle salute. A flyover is planned, weather permitting. Organizers will be honoring the families of veterans who have passed in the year preceding.
A complimentary community ice cream social will be held immediately following the ceremony at the Sunnyside Park pavilion. (Sugar-free, gluten-free, and nut-free cookies and ice cream options will be available.)
Note: In case of severe weather, the parade will be canceled and the ceremony will be moved to Grace Bible Baptist Church.
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