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Lawmaker, Scouts, Teaming Up For Flag Retirement Ceremony In Willington
State Rep. Tammy Nuccio (R-53rd) is partnering with BSA Troop 82 to help residents retire their worn or frayed U.S. flags.
WILLINGTON – State Rep. Tammy Nuccio (R-53rd) is partnering with BSA Troop 82 to help residents retire their worn or frayed U.S. flags in a dignified and respectful way.
There will be two separate drop-off locations in Willington for flags that are no longer in a condition to be displayed. The collection drive will take place from until Sept. 19 and all flags will be retired during a ceremony on Sept. 20 at the Willington Town Green on Route 74.
The collection effort is part of the 11th Annual Flag Retirement Ceremony organized by BSA 82.
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Everyone is welcome at the ceremony, which begins at 1 p.m. Anyone that has a flag needing to be retires can bring it to the ceremony and place it on the fire in honor and memory of a loved one.
Drop off locations prior to the ceremony are:
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• Willington Town Hall (40 Old Farms Road)
• Willington Senior Center (20 Senior Way)
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