To our Tri-Lakes communities:

Nov. 11 is Veterans Day, a time to pay tribute to all veterans, living or deceased, for their service.

Veterans Day was originally known as Armistice Day, when the horrific conflict of World War I finally came to an end — in the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918.

Our veterans have acted selflessly in their efforts to protect our nation and its people. They love our country and have proudly worn her uniforms — Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy and Space Force.

Many have also paid a high price in their service, suffering physical and psychological wounds or both. They have endured long periods away from their families and friends. But time and time again, the American veteran was the only line between good and evil, between living in freedom and living under tyranny.

The Albert A. Gonyea VFW Auxiliary 3357 of Saranac Lake would like to thank the Veterans and their families for their service and dedication to our nation. Thank you for all that you have done because you love the United States and her opportunities, freedom and democracy.

Please join us as we recognize our veterans on Monday, Nov. 11 at the Harrietstown Town Hall. We will have a ceremony starting at 11 a.m. with a reception following. These events will be held downstairs, and all are welcome.

St. Armand’s Veterans Memorial Park will be holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m., located next to the Bloomingdale Town Hall. Refreshments following event. The Memorial Park recognizes all the veterans who served in various conflicts. Congratulations and thanks to all who made this memorial possible.

We hope you will join us in recognizing these men and women who have served us and our country.

Respectfully,

Gina Rabideau Norton

President, VFW Auxiliary 3357

Lake Clear