Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2913 together with American Legion Post 269 and AMVets Post 111 conducted our annual Flag Retirement Ceremony at Fireman’s Park in Patchogue.
The Event was well attended with Rep. Dean Murray, Legislator Rob Calarco, Patchogue Mayor Paul Pontieri, Village Trustee Susan Brinkman, David Kennedy of the Chamber, and members of Boy Scout Troop 40.
Logistical and Safety support was given by Patchogue DPW, Patchogue Fire Department, and Patchogue Ambulance Company.
Over 300 flags were retired.