Three Veterans Day ceremonies held in McKeesport
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November 12, 2021

Three Veterans Day ceremonies held in McKeesport

By Mon Valley Independent

By JEFF STITT

jstitt@yourmvi.com

There were plenty of opportunities in McKeesport Thursday to thank veterans for their service. Three Veterans Day events were held — the city’s service at Memorial Park on Lysle Boulevard, an emotional service at the LaRosa Youth Club and a patriotic concert at McKeesport Area High School.

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