Pasco jail opens unit for military veterans
The Pasco County Jail now has a housing unit dedicated to military veterans. The unit which holds 32 inmates opened Tuesday. It will offer a range of services for veterans, including counseling,...
View ArticleVA Concedes Whistleblower's Allegations Were True, Including That It Ignored...
VA Concedes Whistleblower's Allegations Were True, Including That It Ignored Veterans' Suicidal Tendencies Reported by ajc.com 9 hours ago.
View ArticleVeterans invited to skate at Boston's Frog Pond
BOSTON (AP) — Military veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan and their families are getting a chance to skate at Boston Common's Frog Pond. Reported by Boston.com 3 days ago.
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UPA delivers on veterans' pension demands... but will it win their votes?
P. Chidambaram announced in Parliament that the Armed Forces will now have OROP, a key poll promise that is expected to please the electorally significant community of veterans. Reported by MailOnline...
View ArticleMichigan bill encourages U.S.-made flags for veterans' graves
Local governments in Michigan could soon be restricted from buying American flags made outside the U.S. for veterans' graves. Reported by Freep 3 days ago.
View ArticleBill encourages U.S.-made flags for veterans' graves
Lansing — Local governments in Michigan could soon be restricted from buying American flags made outside the U.S. for veterans' graves. Reported by detnews.com 3 days ago.
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The University of Texas at Arlington receives $122,000 from Chase to Fund...
ARLINGTON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As part of a $1 million investment nationwide, Chase announced today that it will provide a $122,000 grant to The University of Texas at Arlington to fund...
View ArticleClaim of war veterans missing out on their pensions
There are claims that thousands of veterans are being forced into poverty, because their applications for war pensions are being rejected for reasons beyond their control. Reported by Newstalk ZB 3...
View ArticleSoldiers to Summits, Wells Fargo Announce Mt. Whitney Expedition for Wounded...
FORT COLLINS, Colo., Feb. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- A climbing expedition designed to help wounded veterans overcome barriers in their lives was announced today by Soldiers to Summits (S2S) and Wel......
View ArticleSABOR’s veterans program receives statewide honor
The Texas Board of Realtors(TAR) has recognized its San Antonio chapter for its efforts to better serve veterans who are looking for a home. The TAR named the San Antonio Board of Realtors (SABOR) as...
View ArticleU.S. Navy Veterans and Trades Workers Exposed to Asbestos Urged to Contact...
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "We are 100% focused on making certain US Navy Veterans, or individuals who were exposed to asbestos in the trades h......
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Blackstone Continues Efforts to Support Veterans
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blackstone Chairman, CEO and Co-Founder Stephen A. Schwarzman, today attended the George W. Bush Institute’s Military Service Initiative Summit. The day-long summit brings...
View ArticleTranquil wins battle of veterans
Tranquil Sea qualified for the Crabbie's Grand National as he rolled back the years with victory in the veterans' race at Doncaster. Reported by Sporting Life 2 days ago.
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Help for Ex-Offenders, Homeless, Veterans, Domestic Abuse Victims
Patch Cascade, GA -- Breaking the chains of bondage one link at a time by providing resources to ex-offenders, homeless veterans and survivors of abuse. Reported by Patch 2 days ago.
View ArticleNebraska veterans home bill stalls in committee
The measure failed to advance Wednesday out of the Legislature's Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. The bill by Sen. Mike Gloor of Grand Island would require state agencies to submit...
View ArticleFederal Diary: Rubio, Miller would take away employee rights in name of...
The latest in a series of moves against top civil servants in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) would eliminate key employment protections. In the name of serving veterans and increasing employee...
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RNC Honors Black Veterans
As part of its Black History Month program, the Republican National Committee on Thursday evening honored black military veterans during a reception at the African-American Civil War Museum in...
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South Bay Students Write Valentines for Veterans
Patch Babylon Village, NY -- Four classes at West Babylon's South Bay Elementary School recently took part in the Valentines for Veterans program. Students in first, second and fifth grades made...
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Obama To Award Medal of Honor To 24 Overlooked Veterans
Watch VideoPresident Obama is preparing to right a military injustice next month, when he will award the Medal of Honor to 24 veterans whose service has been overlooked. The White House announced...
View ArticleThe Krewe of Excalibur rolls in Metairie
The Krewe of Excalibur made its way through the streets of Metairie on Friday (Feb. 21). The 20-float parade took the traditional Veterans Memorial Boulevard route and depicted the theme "A Knight at...
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