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Pan-African flag raised for 1st time in Town of Ramapo to honor Black History Month

The Pan-African flag raising was just one of many components that were a part of Ramapo's Black History Month celebration that took place at Town Hall.

Jade Nash

Feb 7, 2024, 8:46 PM

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In honor of Black History Month, the Pan-African flag was raised for the first time Wednesday night in the town of Ramapo.

The flag raising was just one of many components that were a part of the town's Black History Month celebration that took place at Town Hall.

The event began with opening remarks from town Supervisor Michael Specht and a performance from East Ramapo Central School District's alumni band.

The town awarded leaders who have made a difference in the community.

Nicole Hines was among the honorees.

Hines is the current president of Nyack's NCAAP.

She told News 12 what the honor meant to her.

"It means a lot because I am being honored along with some trailblazers who I stand on the shoulders of, who has [sic] done a lot of work within in the town," Hines said.

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