Tag: American Legion Post 401
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South Brunswick American Legion members honored for 50 years of service
By JENNIFER AMATO STAFF WRITER SOUTH BRUNSWICK – After serving for years in the United States military, two longtime South Brunswick residents decided to serve with the American Legion. Fred Henry “Hank” S. DeGroff and Joseph A. Duca were honored during a special ceremony on Memorial Day, May 29, with awards for their 50 years…
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Long-time members of VFW will be honored during Memorial Day ceremony
Memorial Day remembrance services will be held at 11 a.m. on May 29 on the front lawn of the Lt. John Farnkopf American Legion Post 401, 148 Major Road, Monmouth Junction section of South Brunswick. During the ceremony, two long-time members of the post will be recognized for their 50 years of continuous membership: Hank…
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Monroe, Edison students rewarded for knowledge of the Constitution
A Monroe Township student earned first place in the 2017 Middlesex County American Legion Oratorical Contest. Ria Patel, a sophomore at Monroe Township High School, was sponsored by American Legion Post 522 in Monroe for the finals that were held on Feb. 4 at American Legion Post 87 in Woodbridge. Patel will now compete in the…
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Middlesex County legion members support efforts to end veteran homelessness
ISELIN – Iselin American Legion Post 471 played as the host to State Commander Roger Gengaro’s official visit to Middlesex County, where he explained the elements of his state project to aid homeless veterans. During the meeting on Nov. 30, Gengaro and Jack Dunne, state project chair, accepted a $1,000 donation from Gary Cooper, Middlesex County commander, from the county organization…
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Tickets on sale for American Legion Christmas party
Tickets are on sale for American Legion Post 401’s annual Christmas Party on Dec. 3 at the post hall, 148 Major Rd., Monmouth Junction. The party will begin with a buffet dinner served from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., dancing until midnight with DJ Bruce and door prizes. The event is open to the public 21 and…
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American Legion begins annual Toys for Tots drive
American Legion Post 401 will be an official dropoff site for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program through Dec. 18 at Post 401, 148 Major Road, Monmouth Junction, New, unwrapped toys may be donated anytime after 3 p.m., seven days a week. For more information, call 732-329-9861.
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American Legion begins annual food drive
American Legion Post 401’s annual food drive in support of the South Brunswick Food Bank has begun. Area residents may drop non-perishable food donations at the American Legion post home, 148 Major Road, Monmouth Junction, any time after 3 p.m., seven days a week. Items needed include coffee, tea, juice boxes, water, Parmalot milk, vegetables,…
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VFW, American Legion to commemorate Veterans Day
A Veterans Day observance ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the monument in front of the South Brunswick Municipal Building, 540 Ridge Rd. (Route 522), South Brunswick. Invited speakers include Frank Gambatese, mayor of South Brunswick; Senator Christopher “Kip” Bateman; and Assemblymen Jack Ciattarelli and Andrew Zwicker. The South Brunswick…
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Post 401 to hold Memorial Day service on May 30
Memorial Day Remembrance Services will be held at 11 a.m. on May 30 on the front lawn of the Lt. John Farnkopf American Legion Post 401, 148 Major Road, Monmouth Junction, near the water tower. During the ceremony, two long-time members of the post will be recognized for their continuous membership: 99-year-old former Mayor Joseph Spataro…
