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US Cities Plan to Honor Fallen Service Members Remotely on Memorial Day

Grace Morgan

   With the coronavirus pandemic still a threat, this year's Memorial Day
   holiday will look different from those of the past, as cities across
   the United States host ceremonies on virtual platforms to uphold the
   tradition of commemorating fallen service members.

   Many towns around the country, such as Woodland Park, New Jersey; and
   San Clemente, California, have said that they will honor America's
   fallen military and law enforcement heroes with virtual Memorial Day
   ceremonies.

   "Honoring our fallen heroes will always be a priority," the Borough of
   Woodland Park said in a statement.

   Officials in both cities cite fears of spreading the coronavirus at
   large public gatherings for their decisions to transition events
   online.

   Other cities, such as Antigo, Wisconsin, will be holding Memorial Day
   parades, but with requests for safety precautions such as masks and
   social distancing.

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