By Mark Squibb
Royal Canadian Legions along the Southern Shore have prepared for Remembrance Day well in advance of the day itself.
In Bay Bulls, a service will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, followed by a parade from the church to the war memorial at the Town Hall. The wreath laying ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. Individuals or community groups interested in laying a wreath may contact Patricia Hearn at (709) 334-2833.
In Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove, a Remembrance Day Service will be held on November 11 at the cenotaph, with a social at the community centre to follow. Folks interested in laying a wreath may contact Mayor Ron Doyle at (709) 745-1106.
In Riverhead, a parade will march from the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 62 at 10:30 a.m. for a wreath laying and service at the cenotaph. Any veterans or organizations participating in the parade must meet at the Legion before 10:30 a.m. Anyone wishing to lay a wreath may phone the Legion at (709) 525-2712. Folks are invited to return to the Legion following the service for refreshments and entertainment by Brian Finn.
And over in Ferryland, a Remembrance Ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. at the cenotaph. Folks are invited back to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 34 for refreshments. If you wish to lay a wreath, contact Joe Arsenault at (709) 363-2447.
