Western Pennsylvania residents will gather this morning to recognize the service of America’s veterans. A series of ceremonies and parades are set for November 11, giving families, schools and civic groups the chance to express gratitude.
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies ceremony
At 11 a.m., the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies will host its annual Veterans Day ceremony. The program includes a wreath‑laying, speeches, a moment of silence, three rifle volleys and the playing of Taps. Marine Corps veteran and former Pennsylvania auditor general Jack Wagner will serve as the keynote speaker. Musical honors will be provided by the Canon McMillan High School band and chorus, along with a bagpiper.
Other local observances
In Upper St. Clair, a Veterans Day observance will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Veterans Park. The event offers a quiet setting for reflection and a brief program led by local veterans’ groups.
Parades across the region
Several parades will roll through towns and cities throughout the day. The Butler Veterans Day Parade starts at 10:40 a.m. on Main Street, pausing at 11 a.m. for a salute that marks the Armistice that ended World War I. In Westmoreland, the parade begins at 10 a.m. at Westmoreland City Hall, followed by a ceremony at Westmoreland Veterans Park. Mount Pleasant Borough will host its parade at 10:30 a.m., and Beaver County’s annual parade, organized by Unionville American Legion Post 512, will set off at 10:30 a.m. along Third Street in Beaver Borough.
These events provide an opportunity for families, schools and community organizations to come together, display the American flag and honor the men and women who have defended our freedoms. Local high school bands, veteran service organizations and civic volunteers are expected to participate in each location.
Residents are encouraged to attend the ceremonies and parades safely, observe traffic directions and respect the solemn moments of remembrance. Many of the gatherings will be open to the public, with free parking available at designated municipal lots.
Veterans Day remains a cornerstone of community pride in western Pennsylvania, reinforcing the values of service, sacrifice and gratitude that bind families and neighborhoods together.
Original reporting: WTAE (Hearst) – local — read the source article.
