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Group that saved Brentwood Puerto Rican/Hispanic Day Parade endures
Photo credit: Steve Pfost
Community advocates who rescued the Puerto Rican/Hispanic Day Parade when it was canceled last year announced that they’re working to keep the tradition alive for a 47th go-round in 2013.
Nearly 20 people gathered Friday at Ross Memorial Park in Brentwood to announce a June 23 parade date this year — and an early start to the fundraising efforts that make it possible.
In addition to...