Category Archives: News
Patriot Connections heads up the DOG TAG PROJECT
Patriot Connections heads up the DOG TAG PROJECT After the sudden passing of POW/MIA Awareness Committee Vice President, Tony Halas last summer (2014), the Dog Tags that were in their possession were turned over to Sue Quinn-Morris of Patriot Connections. … Continue reading →
11/25/2014 Email
Patriot Connections – MORE Nov/Dec Events – Welcome Homes, Thanksgiving Troops, Toy Rides/Drives, Pearl Harbor, Tree Sales, and more – Veteran, Military, 1st Responder Events UPCOMING EVENTS… November 26, 2014 11/26/2014 – Bowling Night – Come out and support our military – … Continue reading →
MCLEF – A Tuckahoe nonprofit makes children its mission – Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation
In a Columbus Avenue office across from the Crestwood Metro-North station, Edmond J. Boran was answering phone calls one recent afternoon. A retired FBI agent in New York City and former head of security at the Federal Reserve Bank of … Continue reading →
Patriot Connections -Nov/Dec Events- PO Faulkner Mural, Welcome Homes, Veterans Concert, Thanksgiving for Troops and more – Veteran, Military, 1st Responder Events
Patriot Connections -Nov/Dec Events- PO Faulkner Mural, Welcome Homes, Veterans Concert, Thanksgiving for Troops and more – Veteran, Military, 1st Responder Events November 20, 2014 – Patriot Connections UPCOMING EVENTS… November 20, 2014 11/20/2014 –The DEVILer’s Comedy & New Talent … Continue reading →
Veterans Day Discounts 2014
The following is a list of Veterans Day discounts on restaurants, goods, services and events for 2014. Please check back frequently as the list is updated. 2014 Veterans Day Restaurant Offerings 2014 Veterans Day Travel & Recreation Discounts 2014 Veterans … Continue reading →
Take the Wheel – veteran to veteran transportation service in Southern NJ
Samost JFCS (www.jfcssnj.org) is proud to announce the launch of Take the Wheel, a peer-to-peer (veteran-to-veteran) transportation service that is offered through the newly-created Veterans Support Program at JFCS. The Take the Wheel program addresses the unmet transportation needs of … Continue reading →
9/11 Firefighter Now Fighting for His Life – Jimmy Martinez
(VVNG.com)- First responders climbed up numerous flights of stairs of the World Trade Center buildings on that fateful September 11th morning. Employees, most who have just arrived for their normal work day that early Tuesday morning were now scurrying down … Continue reading →
AMERICAN LEGION POST 524 AND LOCAL MERCHANTS SAY THANK YOU TO FINAL MILITARY FAMILY OF 2014
Ocean City American Legion Post 524 will welcome it’s final military family of the 2014 season on Wednesday September 17th for a one-week rest and relaxation vacation in America’s Favorite Family Resort. United States Air Force Master Sergeant Phil Pascoe, … Continue reading →
Funeral Services for Medal of Honor Recipient, Jon Cavaiani – Phila and Arlington Natl Cemetery
Services for SGM(Ret) Jon Cavaiani: Sunday, 11/2/14 1pm to 4pm Reilly Funeral Home, 2632 East Allegheny Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19134 (215) 739-1777 Wednesday, 11/5/14 12:45pm Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, VA 22211 877-907-8585
Continue reading →5 Reasons Why Employers Are Not Hiring Vets
by Lisa Nagorny and Dan Pick Why are many Vets still unemployed? The Center for a New American Security conducted interviews with 87 individuals from 69 companies to find out why, from an employer perspective. Keep these factors in your hip pocket while … Continue reading →
Secretary McDonald Announces the Start of a National Recruitment Effort to Bring Needed Medical Professionals to VA
Recruitment of Additional Medical Providers Will Increase Access to Care WASHINGTON – Speaking to a crowd of medical students, residents and faculty at Duke University’s School of Medicine, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald today launched a recruiting initiative … Continue reading →
Veteran Job Opportunities in Sayreville
3 to 9 job opportunities for Veteran’s, Maintenance Laborers and Technicians. Starting pay ranges from $17 to $24 per hour, full medical benefits and the potential for monthly bonuses. The work is in a manufacturing plant in Sayreville, NJ, and … Continue reading →
Philadelphia’s Veterans Affairs benefits office will host two town hall events Wednesday
Philadelphia’s Veterans Affairs benefits office will host two town hall events Wednesday for local veterans to voice feedback about the quality of their service. The meetings, among a series being held around the country, come as the city’s VA health … Continue reading →
Jon Cavaiani Memorial Dinner – MCLEF – Palm Restaurant, Philadelphia
Dear Friends, As many of you know, our national hero, and dear friend, Medal of Honor Recipient, Jon Cavaiani passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2014, after a long battle with cancer. Jon was the embodiment of valor and courage, … Continue reading →
Jon Cavaiani Passes Away – July 29, 2014 – Medal of Honor Recipient – Photos/Videos
It is with profound sorrow that we pass on the news of Medal of Honor Recipient, Jon Cavaiani’s death on July 29, 2014 at 6:00 AM (PST) at Stanford Medical Center. Retired Sgt. Maj. Jon R. Cavaiani, was a former … Continue reading →
34th NATIONAL VETERANS WHEELCHAIR GAMES Schedule of Events
Can You Help ? Show Your Support for our Veterans! The Department of Veterans Affairs and Paralyzed Veterans of America are co-presenting the 34th National Veterans Wheelchair Games, which will be held in Philadelphia and surrounding towns in New Jersey, … Continue reading →
Armed Forces Vacation Club
Armed Forces Vacation Club is a FREE membership club open to active duty, guard, reserve, veteran and retired members of the Armed Forces and DOD. AFVC provides access to Space-A resort rentals worldwide for just $349* per week – that’s … Continue reading →
Officer Down – Police Officer Melvin Santiago – Jersey City Police Dept
OFFICER DOWN – Police Officer Melvin Santiago was shot and killed at 4:09 am when he and his partner responded to a robbery call at a 24-hour pharmacy on the corner of Communipaw Avenue and John F. Kennedy Boulevard. A … Continue reading →
Honor Mission – Tony Halas – Memorial Service – Flag Line/Motorcycle Escort
If you would like to leave a message, or view photos/videos, click here It is with heavy hearts we inform you of the passing of Tony Halas. Anthony A. Halas, III, age 67, of National Park, NJ, was suddenly called … Continue reading →