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Aquidneck Island Police Parade is May 7


The 38th Aquidneck Island National Police Parade will be held on May 7 at 11:50 a.m., starting at 317 West Main Road in Middletown, heading south on Broadway, and ending in Washington Square, Newport, at a review stand. There are awards for the best honor guard, best uniform, and best cruiser.
This year’s parade will honor the 245 officers that have lost their lives in the line of duty in 2022, including Bristol, Connecticut, Sgt. Dustin Demonte and Officer Alex Hazmy as well as Massachusetts State Trooper Tamar Bucci.
Two honorary members, Newport Police Department Retired Chief Gary Silva, and Providence Police Department Retired Colonel Hugh Clements will also be recognized.

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