NORRISTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — A concert was held in Norristown, Pennsylvania on Sunday days after a fire damaged the Fire Chief’s Memorial Bandshell at Elmwood Park — where the event was originally supposed to take place.
Instead, members of the community worked tirelessly to set up a stage at the nearby Latshaw Field, so families could dance the night away as two local rock bands jammed out.
“We heard there were two great bands playing. It’s Labor Day Weekend, we wanted to enjoy some live music,” said John DiLella from Roxborough.
The fire at the Fire Chief’s Memorial Bandshell took on August 28 around 1:40 a.m.
The Fire Chief’s Memorial Bandshell at Elmwood Park in Norristown, Pennsylvania was damaged by fire early Wednesday morning.
Authorities say the blaze may have been started in porta-potties near the back of the building.
While it hasn’t been called arson, investigators say it is a strong possibility.
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