The center is a hub for students at the community college to connect, as well as access resources and aid.
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Veterans showcase their art for healing in Damariscotta
The Peace Gallery offers an outlet for those who served to cope with coming home.
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Lawsuit says new law designed to protect veterans from ‘claim sharks’ is unconstitutional
A group of veterans and a benefits consulting firm are suing Maine’s attorney general, arguing that a new law designed to shield the state’s veterans from predatory practices is unconstitutional.
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Norway Savings Bank supports Maine Paws for Veterans in Brunswick
For four years, Norway Savings Bank has offered assistance to Maine Paws for Veterans in Brunswick, including a $500 donation this month. Maine Paws for Veterans is a nonprofit that was established in 2012 under the name of “Embrace A Vet” with an initial focus on retreats for veterans and spouses. “In 2021, we shifted […]
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Bath softball tournament steps to plate to raise funds for homeless vets, nonprofits
A new summer softball tournament to raise funds for multiple homeless veteran organizations is happening this weekend at the softball fields in Bath.
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After 80 years, Congress moves to give long-overdue recognition to World War II nurses
A new bill backed by Sen. Angus King would award the women who served as Army and Navy nurses with a Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor.
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Hundreds turn out at cemetery for funeral of ‘unclaimed’ Augusta veteran
The VA estimated in 2023 that nationally there were around 20,298 unclaimed veterans waiting to be buried.
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Family of late Mainer Ernest Brien receives medallion recognizing his valor during World War II
Brien’s family was presented with the Legion of Honor medal by the honorary consul of France in Maine, in recognition of the sacrifices that the Portland native and Army soldier made for France during the war.
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Bailey Islander and Vietnam-era veteran participates in Honor Flight
Retired U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Minerva “Minnie” Vazquez, of Bailey Island, served in the military for more than 20 years. As a medic stationed in San Francisco during the Vietnam War, she cared for troops wounded in combat. Like many soldiers of the time, she encountered hostility from anti-war protesters. But on the last weekend […]
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Veteran couple to lead Westbrook’s Memorial Day parade
Nelson and Susan Graham have lived in Westbrook for a couple of decades.