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Blizzard Halts NJ's Largest St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Belmar-Lake Como St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the largest St. Patrick's Day in New Jersey, has been canceled due to this week's blizzard, organizers announced on social media Tuesday, Feb. 24.
The parade was set for Sunday, March 1.
Organizers said they hope to reschedule for another date in coordination with Belmar and Lake Como, depending on logistics, safety and financial issues.
The update, shared just days before the parade, quickly drew reaction online, with more than 140 reactions and over 120 shares within hours.
Despite the cancellation, the annual Investiture Mass for the …
Fences Going Up In DC As Trump’s Birthday, Army Parade Spark Security Surge
Massive road closures, fencing, and stepped-up police patrols are coming to DC and Arlington ahead of the Army’s 250th Birthday Parade and President Donald Trump’s birthday celebration, officials say.
The United States Army’s parade is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, in Washington, DC, leading to massive security upgrades from local, state, and federal authorities.
The Department of Homeland Security has designated the parade a National Special Security Event, or NSSE, a classification based on the event’s significance, size, and attendees.
“The Secret Service, along with our state, local…
