Tag: Military veterans
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Veteran’s widow begins annual collection to assist former service members
To celebrate Veterans Day, Stacia McDonough and her award-winning nonprofit organization Independence for Veterans has kicked off their 11th annual Christmas “They Kept Us Safe, Let’s Keep Them Warm” new clothing drive to benefit the formerly homeless and disabled veterans currently residing at two New Jersey veterans’ shelters. Since Jan. 1, the nonprofit organization has…
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Veterans Music Fest will be held at Marlboro municipal complex on Sept. 10
MARLBORO — The New Jersey State Veterans Chamber of Commerce will host a Veterans Music Fest from noon to 9 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Marlboro municipal complex, 1979 Township Drive, Marlboro. The festival welcomes residents of all towns to attend and to enjoy an afternoon and evening of music while supporting the community of…
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President signs Smith’s outdoor therapy veterans legislation into law
Legislation authored by U.S. Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ) to help veterans of the armed forces heal through outdoor recreational therapy has been signed into law by President Donald Trump. Smith’s bipartisan Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act, which was endorsed by more than 120 veteran service organizations, outdoor recreation groups and conservation organizations, will provide increased…
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Much needed federal assistance is on its way to state veterans homes after more COVID-19 deaths
EDISON – Much needed federal assistance is on its way to help those who made sacrifices for our freedom. Gov. Phil Murphy said in discussions with Robert Wilkie, U.S. Secretary of Veteran Affairs, Wilkie agreed with the governor’s request to send 90 nurses from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to assist staff at the…
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Motorcycle Dice Run, music fest will raise funds for veterans
A local nonprofit organization is asking members of the community to help support veterans upon their return home from active duty. On Aug. 25, American Legion Post 493, Little Egg Harbor Township, will host an event to support Ma Deuce Deuce (MA22), a nonprofit organization, and to raise funds that will be used to help…
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Veterans will never forget experiences in U.S. armed forces
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP – A group of veterans gathered recently to recall the hardships and sacrifices that members of the U.S. armed forces have made in service to the nation. The men are residents of Applewood, a retirement community on Gully Road. Just ahead of Memorial Day, World War II veteran Len Merer, Korean War veteran…
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High school senior continues commitment to assisting veterans
A high school senior has raised $26,000 that will be used to give veterans who have post-traumatic stress disorder access to service dogs. William Dean of Marlboro, the son of Christopher and Victoria Dean, is a senior at Colts Neck High School and a student in the Freehold Regional High School District’s Navy Junior Reserve…
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Veterans invited to participate in annual Wounded Warrior event
JACKSON – This year marks the 11th annual Wounded Warrior event hosted by the Central Jersey Rifle and Pistol Club, South Stump Tavern Road, Jackson. Mayor Mike Reina has hosted the annual Wounded Warrior parade/escort each year since taking office in 2008. On Oct. 13, starting at 9 a.m., veterans will be assembling at the…
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Jackson police officer establishes support group for fellow military veterans
A police officer who serves with the Jackson Police Department in Jackson has established a support group to help veterans transition from active duty to civilian life. “There is no stigma, just a bunch of vets talking,” John Roth said of the support group which is offered by Recalibrate, a nonprofit organization he began. Roth…
