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Providence marks Liberian Independence Day; resolution read and Liberian flag to fly at City Hall
Summary
Community leaders, elected officials and U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo gathered at Providence City Hall on July 25 for a Liberian Independence Day program. Councilwoman Mary Kay Harris read a resolution recognizing July 26 as Liberian Independence Day; organizers said the Liberian flag will be flown at City Hall from July 25–28 under a referenced directive.
Community leaders, elected officials and members of Providence’s Liberian community gathered Friday at Providence City Hall for a program and flag-raising ceremony marking Liberian Independence Day.
Christine Page, founder and executive director of the nonprofit Bliss Gives, opened the event and introduced musical performances, speakers and a formal reading of a city council resolution recognizing July 26 as Liberian Independence Day. Councilwoman Mary Kay Harris, deputy majority leader (Ward 11), read the resolution’s text and said a copy would be sent to Mayor Brett Smiley and to the event organizers.
The reading of the resolution was followed by civic and community remarks that the organizers framed as recognition of the Liberian community’s history and contributions to Providence. Council President Rachel Miller praised the community, saying, “We are proud and so grateful for all of the Liberian community has built and continues to contribute to our…
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