SWANSEA -- BayCoast Bank has contributed $5,000 to the Westport American Legion Post No. 145 in support of the Legion’s centennial celebration dinner, slated for July 27.

Westport’s American Legion, James Morris Post No. 145 was formed with 15 veterans of World War I on July 31, 1919. To commemorate its 100th anniversary, Post 145 and the town of Westport will celebrate, salute and honor all Westport veterans who have served the country in a special Centennial Salute to Westport Veterans Banquet on July 27 at White’s of Westport.

Purple Heart recipient Francisco Urena, a former Marine who now serves as the Massachusetts Secretary of Veterans Affairs, will participate in the celebration, along with several government officials.