While everyone is still talking about the Highlands St. Patrick’s Parade last week and the thousands of people who came to enjoy the more than 120 units that made it the largest ever in the history of Highlands’ parades, and second only to Belmar, the Highlands Business Partnership awarded the trophies to winners of the four categories selected by a team of judges as the best in their category.
The Gravelly Point Road residents took first place as the Best in Show.
The Food Pantry of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church took first place for most original; volunteers featured a variety of fruits and vegetables they offer to those in need at the Pantry.
The Twin Light Condo Association, with its representation of their own condo complex, took the first place trophy for the prettiest of all the floats.
The Highlands First Aid Squad, true to their reputation and everyday work and skill, took the trophy for the best apparatus.
Look for information in the near future on the Partnership;s next major event celebrating Cinco de Mayo, the Fiesta de Mayo Cantina Crawl which will be held May. 2.
Winners
