Note: ASM is NOT the ambulance transport or paramedic service provider in Willimantic. In an emergency, always dial 9-1-1.
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Submitted by ASM’s Stephanie Boutot
WILLIMANTIC — I know the 4th has come and gone, but ASM is still America Strong! It was another successful year at the annual Boom Box Parade in Willimantic. ASM, in our traditional orange and blue, proudly wore red, white and blue to celebrate with the rest of the crowd for the momentous occasion.
The radio set to the 1400 WILI AM station as they played the parade music, a tradition that began in 1986 when no marching band was available for the parade. This year’s parade was held in 82 degree weather and lasted 96 minutes, the longest since the record breaker of 117 min in 2010.
I enjoy the reactions from the parade goers, young and old, with great big smiles, waves and cheers. We may not be the first responders in the town, but they know who we are and they seem to appreciate us here. It’s an event I look forward to every year!
I saw the ASM ambulance in the Willimantic Boom-Box Parade this year. It was a celebration of America rolling down the street. The whole parade was so much fun. It makes me feel good to see not only ASM but so many ambulances, fire trucks and other service vehicles participating. It shows our community that all the people driving and riding in these vehicles are part of our American community. We appreciate you. Thanks to all of you!