Town to Take Over Annual Tree Lighting After 22 Years of Community Leadership

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PEMBROKE - May 21 - The Pembroke Tree Lighting Committee is stepping down after 22 years of organizing the town's popular holiday event, with plans for the town to take over the annual tradition moving forward.

Kathleen Keegan, representing the committee, announced the decision at the May 21 Select Board meeting, citing volunteer burnout and logistical c…