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On Nov. 28, The Salvation Army participated in the 2008 Macy’s Holiday Parade in Portland. Army officers, in full uniform, walked the streets, ringing bells and greeting parade-goers. Two young people carried the Army banner, dressed in red Salvation Army jackets and Santa hats, followed by the 15-foot inflated Red Kettle balloon. Along the route, explanations of what The Salvation Army does in the community and what the kettle means during the holiday season could be heard.