TOLEDO, Ohio — Police officers, firefighters and military service members were honored Sunday morning during the annual Blue Mass at Historic Church of St. Patrick in downtown Toledo.
The long-standing tradition recognizes those currently serving, retired first responders and members of the armed forces, as well as those who lost their lives in the line of duty.
The ceremony began with the sound of bagpipes echoing through the church as members of law enforcement, fire departments and the community gathered together in prayer and remembrance…