Memorial Day

People across the area honored our nation’s heroes on Memorial Day. NBC10’s Aaron Baskerville shows us how men and women of the military were honored at a sacred ground in Camden, New Jersey. He also shows us how other communities in our region paid tribute to those who gave their lives for our country. 

It was a chaotic Memorial Day weekend at the Jersey Shore with a state of emergency in Wildwood, a reported stabbing in Ocean City and a false report of gunfire in Seaside Heights. NBC10’s Johnny Archer has the details and reactions from officials.

On Memorial Day, people gathered at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Penn’s Landing to honor the soldiers who never made it home from the war. NBC10’s Karen Hua has the story. 

It was lovely for most of Memorial Day weekend in Lewes, Delaware, until rain arrived on Monday. NBC10’s Tim Furlong has the details.

Philadelphia’s Bridesburg community held a Memorial Day parade honoring those who died serving our country. NBC10’s Shaira Arias has the story.

Spruce Street Harbor Park in Philadelphia has officially reopened for another summer as many hit the beaches at the Jersey Shore. NBC10’s Brian Sheehan and Tim Furlong report while First Alert Weather meteorologist Justin Godynick has your forecast. 

Both Memorial Day and Veterans Day have significant meaning to many veterans, members of the U.S. armed services and their families.

While everyone has the freedom to celebrate as they choose, Americans should also remember that this holiday is really a somber occasion to pause and reflect as a nation.

When Marshal Boutchyard entered the Army National Guard four years ago, he knew he had relatives who served and died in World War II. Only now is a fuller picture emerging.

There’s plenty to do during the long holiday weekend in our region as we enjoy the unofficial start to summer before Memorial Day. NBC10’s Ted Greenberg and Deanna Durante have more.

Military family members share why the somber holiday is one of the most painful days of the year and should not be marked by celebratory wishes.

Philadelphia’s Edison High School held a pre-Memorial Day ceremony to remember the 64 former students who died serving in the Vietnam War.

While this isn’t an exhaustive list of all the Memorial Day deals that are available, we have you covered with discounts on food and drinks, gas and even an American flag giveaway.

Don’t have plans yet this Memorial Day? No worries, NBC10 has a guide showcasing some of the Philadelphia region’s top events you can attend.

This Memorial Day weekend is expected to be the busiest in the last 20 years. The Philadelphia International Airport is expecting over half a million travelers to pass through between May 23 and 28. People can expect long lines so leaving early is the best bet. NBC10’s Aaron Baskerville spoke with travelers.

Memorial Day, a federal holiday that honors and remembers those who died while serving in the United States Military, will soon have many celebrating a long three-day weekend. But if you have the day off Monday, what’s open and closed?

Three powerhouse performers are on tour – making a stop in Philadelphia this weekend. The “R&B Money Tour” featuring Tank, Keri Hilson, and Carl Thomas is coming to The Met, and Philly Live’s Aunyea Lachelle caught up with them before their show.

One Gold Star mother from New Jersey had the opportunity to highlight her son’s life story who was killed in in the line of duty–his story is now in the Library of Congress. NBC10’s Lucy Bustamante explains how he and 49 other fallen soldiers across America ended up there.

Several ceremonies were held across the region this Memorial Day, honoring those who died while serving the United States. NBC10’s Karen Hua attended a ceremony at the All Wars Memorial to Soldiers and Sailors of Color. She has the story of why this tribute is about more than race.

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives in the line of duty and that is exactly what dozens were doing at Liberty Park in Pennsauken on Sunday. NBC10’s Karen Hua attended the ceremony and spoke with veterans about what the holiday so many celebrate means to them.