By Tricia Carzoli news@thewoodstockindependent.com Every year, the Woodstock community and surrounding areas gather on the Square to remember those who have paid the ultimate price for their country. Every year, names are read, a wreath is laid, the American flag is changed, the VFW Honor Guard plays taps, and every year our local first responders […]
During the Memorial Day ceremony on the Woodstock Square, a vintage World War II trainer flew overhead, circling twice and spewing show smoke from its exhaust in a poignant display of respect for fallen members of the military. The 1942 North American SNJ-4, now owned by longtime Woodstock resident Steve Plourde, was used as a […]
For some, Memorial Day recollects the deep loss endured by those who have stood beside their brothers and sisters who were lost in combat as well as stateside. For others, it embodies the hope that lies within those who remain, despite the loss, despite the physical injuries, and despite the invisible wounds. For Woodstock veteran […]
Staff Report news@the woodstockindependent.com Woodstock’s Memorial Day program has been organized by VFW Post 5040 Auxiliary President Chris Gehrke. • Ceremony at the bandstand in the Park in the Square begins at 10:30 a.m. • Miss Illinois Tiffany Whitaker will read General Logan’s Orders. • Miss Woodstock will read the Gettysburg Address. • Little Miss […]
Woodstock’s annual Memorial Day observance will be back this year, with a ceremony beginning at 10:30 a.m. May 31 in the Park in the Square. The much-anticipated parade will follow. The ceremony, honoring servicemen and women who died while on active duty, will include keynote speakers, Mayor Mike Turner, Miss Woodstock and Little Miss Woodstock, […]
Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.
Janet Dovidio has been a freelance correspondent for The Independent for eight years.
Susan W. Murray wrote for The Independent, covering various beats, from 2005 to 2008.
Tricia Carzoli is a freelance writer and photographer that on community news.
