The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, organized by the Ancient Order of Hibenians is set for this Saturday in downtown Binghamton.  The day begins with Mass at St. Mary's Church on Court Street at 11:30 AM.  The parade is set to begin at 1:30 PM and proceeds west on Court Street and ends near American Legion Post 80 at the corner of Main and Walnut Streets.

At the conclusion of the parade there will be a celebration at Seton Catholic Central High School on Seminary Avenue that runs until 6 PM.

The City of Binghamton has spent plenty of time clearing mounds of snow away from Court Street and streets near or along the parade route.  The incessant snow and bitter cold have been a challenge to get things into good shape for the thousands expected to view Saturday's big event.

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