Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated in New Jersey and El Paso

Communities across the United States are observing Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrating the cultural contributions and traditions of the Latino community.

In New Jersey, Mikie Sherrill highlighted the essential role Latino families and businesses play in the state, noting their presence in sectors ranging from healthcare and law to agriculture and hospitality. Sherrill also addressed the challenges faced by these communities, citing fears caused by federal enforcement actions in local neighborhoods.

In the El Paso region, celebrations have centered around traditional kermesses held at various parishes, including St. Raphael, San Antonio de Padua, La Purísima, and Our Lady of Guadalupe. These community gatherings feature traditional food, music, and religious observances, serving as a way for residents and migrants to express cultural pride and maintain ancestral traditions.