Main Street in Gustine came alive with star-spangled spirit this Fourth of July as hundreds of families lined the sidewalks for the city’s annual Independence Day Parade. With American flags waving, music echoing down the blocks, and children scrambling for candy, the parade was a perfect display of community pride, creativity, and tradition.
Leading this year’s parade as Grand Marshal was a man whose service to Gustine runs deep—retired Fire Chief Pat Borelli. A beloved figure in town, Borelli served the Gustine Fire Department with dedication for decades, not just as a firefighter, but as a mentor, leader, and constant supporter of youth and civic programs. Cheers erupted as his name was announced from the announcer’s booth as he drove by.
“It was awesome being honored and selected to be Grand Marshal,” said Borelli. “A lot of people came out, and my wife and I had a great time being part of it.”…