Community Corner
VIDEO: World War I Memorial Decommissioned
As the fundraising comes close to their goal, the World War I Memorial will be removed soon.
Town and state officials along with veterans and school children gathered in front of to say goodbye to the World War I Memorial, which will be replaced.
"Within about a week or so, the memorial will be removed," said Arthur Dobson, a Korean War veteran who has been involved with the fundraising to replace the memorial. "We had to decommission it first and we have over $70,000 in funding, not including the in-kind donations as well."
About $150,000 is needed to replace the memorial, and the Veterans Council has worked throughout the year to raise the funds. To donate, visit their website.
Find out what's happening in Shrewsburywith free, real-time updates from Patch.
The 80-year-old monument had fallen in disrepair throughout the years, but the new project will include a stone wall surrounding the flagpole.
All donations (100% of all donations used for new monument) should be sent to: Victor Quaranta American Legion Post # 397 P.O. Box 670 Shrewsbury, Ma. 01545.
Find out what's happening in Shrewsburywith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date on the latest Shrewsbury news, or simply hit the "like" button at the top of this page. If you'd like to receive the daily newsletter with our top stories, click here.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
