Lewiston commemoration event honors shooting victims, survivors [Video]

A memorial event was held at The Colisée inn Lewiston, Maine, on Friday to commemorate one year since the mass shooting that left 18 people dead on Oct. 25, 2023.The commemoration honored those affected by last year’s tragic events at Just-In-Time Recreation and Schemengees Bar & Grille, as well as those who responded and continue to support Lewiston and other Maine communities.New England Sports Network broadcaster Tom Caron, a Lewiston native, served as the master of ceremonies for the commemoration.The honor guard that presented the nation’s colors was made up of police officers and firefighters from Lewiston and Auburn. The Maine State Police Pipe and Drum Unit then performed “Amazing Grace” before the national anthem was performed by the Lewiston High School Choir.The song “Save You a Seat” by Alex Warren was played before the names of the 18 victims killed in the mass shooting were read aloud as their …