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Veteran jogs to aid injured comrades - Boston.com

2012-05-20
Boston.comVeteran jogs to aid injured comradesBoston.comWhen Nahant's Tara Butler crosses home plate at Fenway Park on Sunday, her home town can take credit for doing a good thing for area veterans. Butler plans to be one of 2000 participants in today's Run-Walk to Home Base, a fund-raising run/walk to ...Nahant sponsors Veteran in Run/Walk to Home BaseBoston Globeall 2 news articles »

Veterans salute honored dead in Cumberland County - Carlisle Sentinel

2012-05-19
WZZMVeterans salute honored dead in Cumberland CountyCarlisle SentinelJim and Othila Grove, AmVets, carry flags that will be placed at veteran grave sites in the Memorial Gardens on Saturday. Every year, Jim Washington Jr. prepares a special salute for a childhood friend and next door neighbor. The former Marine places ...Flags for veterans: A lesson in sacrificeWZZMHonoring Veterans With FlagsWYTVFlags adorn vets' graves in Palm BayFlorida TodayQuincy Herald Whigall 16 news articles »

VFW dedicates new memorial in honor of local veterans - San Jose Mercury News

2012-05-19
VFW dedicates new memorial in honor of local veteransSan Jose Mercury NewsBy Shanna McCord - Santa Cruz Sentinel Active service members and military veterans gather at Old Holy Cross Cemetery Saturday to dedicate a burial crypt for veterans in the oldest cemetery in Santa Cruz. SANTA CRUZ - Veterans who lose their lives in ...and more »

Dominican Republic presidential election a two-horse race between veterans - CNN International

2012-05-19
Dominican Republic presidential election a two-horse race between veteransCNN InternationalBy the CNN Wire Staff Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (CNN) -- Dominicans choose among six candidates for president Sunday, though it is really a two-horse race between political veterans. Former Dominican Republic President Hipolito Mejia and former ...and more »

Armed Forces Day recognizes 30-year military veteran - Greeley Tribune

2012-05-19
View OnlineArmed Forces Day recognizes 30-year military veteranGreeley TribuneBy Crystal Anderson Retired Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Joe Gordy smiles as he holds on to a picture of the Weld County Veterans' Memorial. He was recognized for his work in the military Saturday at the Armed Forces Day event at Bittersweet Park.Thanks to Our Veterans, Active Duty Military, on Armed Forces DayHawaii ReporterU.S. Armed Forces Day 2012 - VetFriends.com Celebrates, Thanks and Honors All ...PR Web (press release)Armed Forces Day Honored by GOFoods Global with new GO Forces Program for ...MarketWatch (press release)Virgin Islands Daily News -Clarksville Online -St. George Daily Spectrumall 63 news articles »

Inaugural veterans' parade evokes color, emotion - San Antonio Express

2012-05-19
Inaugural veterans' parade evokes color, emotionSan Antonio ExpressBy Scott Huddleston Patriotic veterans and flag-waving supporters lined the San Antonio River to celebrate of America's guardians of freedom Saturday with an inaugural Armed Forces Day river parade. The water was dyed royal blue, and trees along the ...Armed Forces Day Parade In BransonKTTSArmed Forces Parade Saturday at Branson Landingkhozradioall 9 news articles »

At parade, a big 'Thank You' to veterans - Richmond Times Dispatch

2012-05-19
fox4kc.comAt parade, a big 'Thank You' to veteransRichmond Times DispatchThousands of Richmond-area residents lined Boulevard this morning to show their thanks to veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. (more) A simple handwritten sign held by Pat Brooks of Henrico County said it all: "Thank You.Va. capital city parade honors Iraq veteransAirForceTimes.comWelcome Home Parade Held for Veteransfox4kc.comArmed Forces Day parade draws patriotic crowd in ScrantonScranton Times-TribuneWashington Examiner -WRICall 19 news articles »

North Jersey veterans urged to know their rights - NorthJersey.com

2012-05-19
NorthJersey.comNorth Jersey veterans urged to know their rightsNorthJersey.comBY DENISA R. SUPERVILLE PARAMUS — Federal and state representatives on Saturday encouraged veterans to know the laws that protect them from employment and housing discrimination, and to seek timely legal recourse if they think those rights are being ...

Groundbreaking first step in Raynham's Veterans Memorial - Taunton Daily Gazette

2012-05-20
Groundbreaking first step in Raynham's Veterans MemorialTaunton Daily GazetteMolly Caron, of Raynham, performs the National Anthem to start the speaks at the groundbreaking event for the Raynham Veterans Memorial on Saturday, May 19, 2012. By Christopher Nichols The town of Raynham is one step closer to erecting a veterans ...and more »

Women Veterans Making Their Mark On History, Helping Pave the Way for Others - OzarksFirst.com

2012-05-19
Women Veterans Making Their Mark On History, Helping Pave the Way for OthersOzarksFirst.com(Branson) --There are more than 38000 female veterans in Missouri, but 30 to 40 percent of them are not registered as veterans. Women make up less than 20 percent of the active military today, but that number has increased from what it was years ago ...

Report: Veterans Go to College But Face Challenges

2012-05-18
Uncle Sam wants veterans to sign up for college! And colleges and universities are vying to create "veteran friendly" programs, classes, and centers to attract the ex-G.I.'s--and the billions of U.S. dollars provided by the post-9/11 G.I. Bill.

Wounded veterans welcomed with open arms

2012-05-18
Wounded veterans welcomed with open arms Houston Chronicle Copyright 2012 Houston Chronicle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 10:38 p.m., Friday, May 18, 2012 The Pearland resident sustained cranial injuries and has to wear special glasses and hearing aids. For injured veterans like Flores, the recovery process can be a ...

Minister Rob Nicholson Attends 75th Annual Pilgrimage to Honour Veterans

2012-05-19
NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO-- - On behalf of the Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Veterans Affairs, the Honourable Rob Nicholson, P.C., Q.C., Member of Parliament for Niagara Falls, Minister of Justice ...

Obama Courts Veterans' Votes with Outreach Campaign

2012-05-17
President Obama is making a targeted effort to court the votes of military veterans and their families, believing the constituency is in play for November and could make a difference in key battleground states. The Obama campaign today kicked off a grassroots organizing effort —...

North Jersey veterans urged to know their rights

2012-05-19
Federal and state representatives were in Paramus on Saturday to encourage veterans to know the laws that protect them from employment and housing discrimination, and to seek timely legal recourse if they think those rights are being violated.

Joint VA/DOL Program Launches to Retrain 99,000 Unemployed Veterans

2012-05-16
Starting May 15, unemployed Veterans between the ages of 35 and 60 can now apply for new benefits to cover education costs for up to one year through a joint Department of Veterans

Obama Courts Veterans for Votes

2012-05-17
President Obama is making a targeted effort to court the votes of military veterans and their families, believing the constituency is in play for November and could make a difference in key battleground states. The Obama campaign today kicked off a grassroots organizing effort —...

Women Veterans Making Their Mark On History, Helping Pave the Way for Others

2012-05-19
(Branson) --There are more than 38,000 female veterans in Missouri, but 30 to 40 percent of them are not registered as veterans.   Women make up less than 20 percent of the active military today, but that number has increased from what it was years ago and veterans we spoke to today are proud of how far women have come.

How can the VA better serve women veterans in Utah, U.S ?

2012-05-18
How can the VA better serve women veterans in Utah, U.S ? By Kristen Moulton The Salt Lake Tribune Published May 18, 2012 12:19PM MDT Women are the fastest growing subset of veterans, and for the next five weeks, those interested in the future of their health care and benefits can comment on a Department of Veterans Affairs’ draft plan for better care. “Expanding care and services to women ...

Veterans' unemployment -- a national disgrace

2012-05-18
Too many veterans are returning home unable to find work, even when suitable jobs are available -- we should be ashamed

CNN Latest: Dominican Republic presidential election a two-horse race between veterans: Dominicans choose among six... http://t.co/fb1wk8MN

2012-05-20
CNN Latest: Dominican Republic presidential election a two-horse race between veterans: Dominicans choose among six... http://t.co/fb1wk8MN

#News #MostRecent Dominican Republic presidential election a two-horse race between veterans http://t.co/6yWHIFIM via @CNN

2012-05-20
#News #MostRecent Dominican Republic presidential election a two-horse race between veterans http://t.co/6yWHIFIM via @CNN

@ray_melanie fresnoo (: veterans memorial building .

2012-05-20
@ray_melanie fresnoo (: veterans memorial building .

#veterans #sot Honor Flight takes off again Tuesday http://t.co/VHn9X6Wf

2012-05-20
#veterans #sot Honor Flight takes off again Tuesday http://t.co/VHn9X6Wf

Strange enough all of the guys I know who are veterans are older and ended up with businesses or comfortably retired thanks to manual jobs.

2012-05-20
Strange enough all of the guys I know who are veterans are older and ended up with businesses or comfortably retired thanks to manual jobs.

RT @Jackgardner19: Thankful to our veterans #indebt

2012-05-20
RT @Jackgardner19: Thankful to our veterans #indebt

RT @thewildmix: L'hommage des vétérans aux victimes d'accidents stupides ! by Plonk et Replonk. ;) #ONPC http://t.co/mGcdDO81

2012-05-20
RT @thewildmix: L'hommage des vétérans aux victimes d'accidents stupides ! by Plonk et Replonk. ;) #ONPC http://t.co/mGcdDO81

RT @ArmyTimes: New website helps vets cope after combat http://t.co/5Wr6biqr

2012-05-20
RT @ArmyTimes: New website helps vets cope after combat http://t.co/5Wr6biqr

Fort Collins veterans with distinct stories share pride from military service - The Coloradoan http://t.co/QdSQX0sa

2012-05-20
Fort Collins veterans with distinct stories share pride from military service - The Coloradoan http://t.co/QdSQX0sa

YouTube launching food channel with TV veterans: Duff Goldman, the cake master behind Food Network's reality sho... http://t.co/qZIfvi2z

2012-05-20
YouTube launching food channel with TV veterans: Duff Goldman, the cake master behind Food Network's reality sho... http://t.co/qZIfvi2z

#theaviation East Texans honor veterans in Longview: The air show was put together by the… http://t.co/AgL3CbE5

2012-05-20
#theaviation East Texans honor veterans in Longview: The air show was put together by the… http://t.co/AgL3CbE5

Ton fils qui fait ses dents , c'est un peu le Vietnam. Ceux qui ont survécus , les vétérans ; un geste , un mot et on se comprend. #Colonel

2012-05-20
Ton fils qui fait ses dents , c'est un peu le Vietnam. Ceux qui ont survécus , les vétérans ; un geste , un mot et on se comprend. #Colonel

Veterans Learn Different Kind of Warrior Pose: By Kathleen Horan For many New Yorkers, yoga is more than exercis... http://t.co/8e7WMx5H

2012-05-20
Veterans Learn Different Kind of Warrior Pose: By Kathleen Horan For many New Yorkers, yoga is more than exercis... http://t.co/8e7WMx5H

Join our team of successful and well-known veterans of the #chiropractic profession http://t.co/G2k8hwGK

2012-05-20
Join our team of successful and well-known veterans of the #chiropractic profession http://t.co/G2k8hwGK