May 15, 2025
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Branford, North Branford & Northford Vol. XXIX Iss. 20
Branford’s Memorial Day Parade on Main Street May 26 By Pam Johnson Senior Staff Writer
Branford’s 2025 Memorial Day Parade will step off on Main Street in downtown Branford on Monday, May 26. Branford’s Memorial Day events will include a ceremonial program to remember fallen veterans at 10 a.m. on the Branford green, followed by the parade stepping off at approximately 10:30 a.m.
This year’s grand marshal is Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame member, Purple Heart recipient, and Branford military veteran Robert Janicki. Janicki served with the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. During his corporate and public sector career, Janicki kept veterans at the forefront as an advocate, including founding the AT&T Veterans Organization, from which he retired as
National President. Working with the Veterans Administration, Janicki helped veterans find gainful employment. From that role, he went on to work with the office of US Senator Richard Blumenthal as a Veterans Advisor. In retirement, Janicki remains involved with Veterans-related initiatives. Janicki is also the author of Looking Back, See page 7
Looking for Fur-ever Animal Control Officer John Ludovico spends time with Eddie, a 12-year-old pit bull mix looking for a new forever home at the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter in Branford on May 10. Described as friendly and well-socialized, Eddie arrived at the shelter after his former owners could no longer care for him.
Photo by Wesley Bunnell/ The Sound
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Amy Etzel is continuing a legacy of community support........................2
Postseason Potential The North Branford baseball team is well on its way to a deep postseason run this spring with a very experienced roster.................................14
Politics, Drag, and Surrealism Notes on Killing at Yale Rep......................................25