Fourth of July Committee Plans 2026 Parade
Fourth of July Committee · Meeting of January 20, 2026
Orleans Fourth of July Committee confirms lead band and plans 250th anniversary parade. Committee Chair Ben Wigren confirmed the Colum Cille band as the lead group for the 2026 parade and will pursue additional band confirmations for town submission. The committee will maintain its tradition of having Orleans Elementary School students vote on parade themes, presenting five options tied to the nation's 250th anniversary.
Police Lieutenant Andy McLaughlin conveyed safety concerns about Skaket Corners traffic and spectator management; Wigren committed to coordinating with the Department of Public Works on signage and pursuing an officer assignment to the Route 28 parking lot entrance.
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Source: the Fourth of July Committee meeting of January 20, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.
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