(W. Collingswood Hts., NJ) – On Sunday, May 20, 2012, Barb’s Harley-Davidson will host the 6th Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride (AFFR) to Joint Base McGuire – Dix – Lakehurst. Sponsored by Barb’s Harley-Davidson, the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee … Continue reading →
MEDAL OF HONOR SIGNED PRINT Color Print of 3 Medals of Honor… Signed by over 40 Medal of Honor Recipients Matted and Framed – approx. size 25″ x 30″ Raffle Tickets $20 Each * 6 for $100 Drawing to be … Continue reading →
For information about upcoming MEMORIAL DAY events in New Jersey, view our listing of events by clicking here. If you would like to submit your Memorial Day event happening in NJ or PA, please click here to submit your event. … Continue reading →
Click here for APPLICATION for Medals New Jersey’s medals New Jersey Distinguished Service Medal The New Jersey Distinguished Service Medal was originally issued in 1858 for those who had distinguished themselves in the New Jersey Militia, but was infrequently used … Continue reading →
CHERRY HILL — (May 2012) A police K-9 that worked alongside Cherry Hill police officers for 10 years has died. Chief Rick Del Campo announced today that K-9 Franko passed away on Tuesday. Franko retired from the department in April … Continue reading →
In an effort to reduce veteran unemployment, the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 was passed and signed into law last November. Included in this new law is the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP) for unemployed 35 to 60 … Continue reading →
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Senator Jim Beach, Majority Leader Lou Greenwald and Assemblywoman Pam Lampitt invite you to th Sixth Legislative District JOB and RESOURCE Fair Wednesday, May 16th – 11am – 3pm Cherry Hill National Guard Armory 2001 Park Blvd Cherry Hill, NJ … Continue reading →
WASHINGTON – Beginning May 7, the Department of Veterans Affiars will no longer charge Veterans a copayment when they receive care in their homes from VA health professionals using video conferencing. “Eliminating the copayment for this service will remove an … Continue reading →
AUDUBON— When borough resident Mark Mooney returned from the war he fought 43 years ago, there were no welcome signs, no cheering crowds, no police escorts. He and his fellow soldiers coming back from Vietnam were jeered by protesters. They … Continue reading →
Recently Accounted-For The names listed here are U.S. military servicemembers who were once missing and are now accounted-for. These names are displayed in chronological order based on the accounted-for date. Master Sgt. Elwood Green, U.S. Army, E Company, 2nd Battalion, … Continue reading →
Dog tags returning to Vietnam veteran after 40 years A Vietnam veteran who lost his dog tags more than 40 years ago is closer to being reunited with them. On Tuesday morning, a motorcycle rolled up to the Flatline Customs … Continue reading →
Mar 26 Flag Line Rally time: 1745 Rally Location: Schetter Funeral Home, 304 W. Rt 70, Cherry Hill, NJ (Viewing Monday evening 6-8pm ) ———– Mar 27 Flag Line & Escort … Continue reading →
The following servicemen have been accounted for since October 2011: World War II Staff Sgt. John J. Bono, USAAF 1st Lt. Harry W. Eck, USAAF Staff Sgt. John E. Hogan, USAAF 2nd Lt. Hilding R. Johnson, USAAF 2nd Lt. Charles … Continue reading →
Feb 2012 – Click here for PDF file The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office announced today that the remains of a U.S. serviceman, missing in action from the Korean War, have been identified and will be returned to his … Continue reading →
Welcome Back From Afghanistan Mantua, New Jersey Who: Sgt. Jake Newcomb When: Sunday, April 1, 2012 Time: 1:45 PM Where: Mantua VFW 8 New York Avenue Mantua, New Jersey 08051 Please come out to welcome home Sgt. Jake Newcomb from … Continue reading →
It is with deep regret that we inform you of the passing of long time Legion member, Jim Gallagher… James Edward Gallagher Died March 22, 2012 James Edward Gallagher of Cherry Hill, NJ died Thursday March 22, 2012 at Virtua … Continue reading →
March 18, 2012 9:12 AM – SUZANNE ULBRICH – DAILY NEWS STAFF One Onslow County veteran received a special birthday present this weekend. John Crazy Bear, who served 22 years in the Marine Corps and fought in three wars, was … Continue reading →
Cpt Greg Dalessio Park Dedication To view all photos from the Cpt Greg Dalessio Park Dedication, click here. To view In Memory of Greg Dalessio Video, click here
Continue reading →In Memory of Greg Dalessio —————————– On June 23, 2008, thirty year old Capt Gregory Dalessio of Cherry Hill, NJ was killed on his second tour of duty in Iraq. He died of wounds sustained in Salman Pak, Iraq, when … Continue reading →
