Rain doesn’t stop Kearny Memorial Day parade and ceremonies

Photo Essay by Anthony J. Machcinski

 

From l.- Stephen English, Nicoline Iacona, and Michael English enjoy the parade from their curbside seat on Belgrove Drive.

 

Mayor Alberto Santos moves quickly through the line of march at Veteran’s Field before the downpour.

 

Rain didn’t stop the Swiatkowski family (from l.) Ethan, Evan, Renee, and Matt from enjoying the parade. “I always make sure to come to this parade,” Renee explained.

 

Area veterans and firefighters braved the weather

 

 

 

Members of Girl Scout Troop 10299 wave their fl ags proudly, even as the rain got progressively heavier.

 

 

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