Medford Celebrates 385th Birthday With Parade

Outgoing Mayor Michael McGlynn, who is retiring after twenty-eight years at the end of December, hosted a boisterous parade for Medford’s 385th anniversary. The city hasn’t had a parade in over eight years due to the recession and the expense.

More photos of the parade are available on the city’s official Facebook page.

The Aleppo Shriners comprised an entire division of Medford’s parade. City of Medford courtesy photo.

Representatives for the Medford Public Library wore costumes and carried book-themed signs. City of Medford courtesy photo.

Mayor Michael McGlynn with his wife, Sheila, and family. City of Medford courtesy photo.

The Medford Kiwanis road on a float. City of Medford courtesy photo.

A Shriners clown. City of Medford courtesy photo.

A dog in a jersey walked with Medford Youth Hockey. City of Medford courtesy photo.

Roberts Elementary School PTO members and students wore neon and road bikes to illustrate the health benefits of walking or biking to school. City of Medford courtesy photo.

James Camuso, a first grader at the Brooks Elementary school and son of City Councilor Paul Camuso, marched for mayoral candidate Stephanie Muccini Burke. Photo courtesy Paul Camuso.