BUFFALO, N.Y. — Hispanic pride, tradition and culture were on full display along Buffalo's Niagara Street — also known as Avenida San Juan — and it was also in Niagara Square on Saturday for the Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade .

"My favorite part about today was the cars at the parade," said Josiah Valentin.

Crowds spanning generations lined the streets and packed the square.

"We get to celebrate our food, our culture, our dance, our people but most significantly the contributions many Hispanics made through the Western New York community," said Hon. Betty Calvo-Torres, a vice president of the parade's organization.

"This year’s theme is celebrating our culture today, tomorrow, and always. Celebrando nuestra cultura hoy, mañana y siempre," Calvo-Torres said.

For Melanie Valent

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