Pride - Long Beach Watchdog

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Obituary: Vanessa Romain, Long Beach LGBTQ+ community icon

V leaves, in her wake, a loud, proud life of accomplishments and personal challenges.

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Photos: Long Beach Pride parade remained joyous in the face of disappointment

Ocean Boulevard was still lined with rainbow-clad people of all ages and persuasions to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community despite the scandalous festival cancellation.

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Yes, the Long Beach Pride Parade is still on for Sunday

And there are still many events and specials at LGBTQ+ and ally businesses all weekend, despite the ticketed festival's cancelation.

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Long Beach shows off 'The Power of Community' at 42nd Pride parade

Thousands gathered for the annual event in Downtown Sunday morning.