Trump to kick off NYC Veterans Day Parade next week
A veterans organization says President Donald Trump has accepted an invitation to kick off the New York City Veterans Day Parade next week.
A veterans organization says President Donald Trump has accepted an invitation to kick off the New York City Veterans Day Parade next week.
Suffolk County police officer serving his community after being injured serving his country
Matias Ferreira,a Suffolk County police officer has been serving his community with honor, even though he lost both his legs below the knee while serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in Afghanistan.
Matias Ferreira,a Suffolk County police officer has been serving his community with honor, even though he lost both his legs below the knee while serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in Afghanistan.
Brothers who served in WWII honored in New Jersey
Vincent and Leslie Hynes are brothers who also served in the Navy during World War II. Officials in Madison, New Jersey, honored the veterans for their service.
Vincent and Leslie Hynes are brothers who also served in the Navy during World War II. Officials in Madison, New Jersey, honored the veterans for their service.
Vietnam Marine veteran in New Mexico hospice care reunites with beloved dog one last time
A New Mexico veteran who served with the Marines in Vietnam said a final goodbye last week to the beloved dog he had to put up for adoption when he entered hospice care.
A New Mexico veteran who served with the Marines in Vietnam said a final goodbye last week to the beloved dog he had to put up for adoption when he entered hospice care.
Soldier who amputated leg to save tank crew: 'It's the best thing that's ever happened to me'
"Every day I wake up and look at it, and I remember how close I was to losing it all. And I'm still here," he said. "I managed to survive, and this is just the scar I walked away with."
"Every day I wake up and look at it, and I remember how close I was to losing it all. And I'm still here," he said. "I managed to survive, and this is just the scar I walked away with."
U.S. Marine veteran faces deportation
A U.S. military veteran faced deportation after serving time in prison.
A U.S. military veteran faced deportation after serving time in prison.
Brothers who fought in WWII honored in New Jersey
Two brothers who fought in World War II were honored Thursday in Madison, New Jersey.
Two brothers who fought in World War II were honored Thursday in Madison, New Jersey.
Pair of brothers who fought in World War II honored in New Jersey
Vincent and Leslie Hynes, brothers and veterans of World War II, were added to the bricks along the Military Memorial Pathway in James Park.
Vincent and Leslie Hynes, brothers and veterans of World War II, were added to the bricks along the Military Memorial Pathway in James Park.
Veterans hit NYC streets on horseback to raise suicide awareness
When Mitchell Reno returned home after fighting overseas with the U.S. military, he says he had to face a whole new battle: substance abuse and post-traumatic stress disorder. But now he is three and a half years sober and on the road to recovery, thanks to BraveHearts equine therapy program for veterans.
When Mitchell Reno returned home after fighting overseas with the U.S. military, he says he had to face a whole new battle: substance abuse and post-traumatic stress disorder. But now he is three and a half years sober and on the road to recovery, thanks to BraveHearts equine therapy program for veterans.
Organization helps veterans go from ?Helmets to Hardhats?
Returning to civilian life can be very difficult for veterans, but the organization "Helmets to Hardhats" is trying to make it easier, helping retired and transitioning active-duty soldiers find career opportunities.
Returning to civilian life can be very difficult for veterans, but the organization "Helmets to Hardhats" is trying to make it easier, helping retired and transitioning active-duty soldiers find career opportunities.
Veterans bond with horses
Simonette Lezama had never ridden a horse before until she joined a therapeutic riding program through Great Strides Long Island. The nonprofit offers horseback riding lessons to veterans and their immediate families free of charge. The program, which so far has 13 veterans enrolled, includes taking care of, riding and interacting with the horses. It is offered seven days a week for an hour each time.
Simonette Lezama had never ridden a horse before until she joined a therapeutic riding program through Great Strides Long Island. The nonprofit offers horseback riding lessons to veterans and their immediate families free of charge. The program, which so far has 13 veterans enrolled, includes taking care of, riding and interacting with the horses. It is offered seven days a week for an hour each time.
Supporting veterans
We know how to celebrate veterans. Once a year, Veterans Day parades are filled with smiles and appreciation. But the next 364 days that follow leave some veterans feeling forgotten.
We know how to celebrate veterans. Once a year, Veterans Day parades are filled with smiles and appreciation. But the next 364 days that follow leave some veterans feeling forgotten.
Relay for Heroes race
Relay for Heroes race, which starts and ends at the Intrepid Museum, benefits the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, a nonprofit that supports the construction of traumatic brain injury treatment and research centers on military bases across the country.
Relay for Heroes race, which starts and ends at the Intrepid Museum, benefits the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, a nonprofit that supports the construction of traumatic brain injury treatment and research centers on military bases across the country.
Bob Woodruff Foundation and NFL team up
The Bob Woodruff Foundation announced an exclusive partnership with the NFL to support the leagues initiatives for military veterans.
The Bob Woodruff Foundation announced an exclusive partnership with the NFL to support the leagues initiatives for military veterans.
Veterans to climb Denali
Marine Corps Sgt. Kirstie Ennis and Air Force Senior Airman Katelyn Sheehan have both retired from the service. Though, for the past two years, they've been prepping for a new mission: the pair plans on becoming the first all-female veteran team to summit Denali, the highest peak in North America.
Marine Corps Sgt. Kirstie Ennis and Air Force Senior Airman Katelyn Sheehan have both retired from the service. Though, for the past two years, they've been prepping for a new mission: the pair plans on becoming the first all-female veteran team to summit Denali, the highest peak in North America.
Veterans in Residence Program
WeWork and Bunker Labs are offering a new Veterans in Residence Program that gives military veterans-turned-entrepreneurs access to free workspace and programming to help them grow their ventures. The program has 100 veterans participating in 6-month cohorts in 10 cities in the country. Mike Steadman is community manager of the Veterans in Residence Program here in New York City. He is also a Marine. Mike served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps for five years. He was deployed to Afghanistan in 2012 and then to Japan and the Philippines in 2014.
WeWork and Bunker Labs are offering a new Veterans in Residence Program that gives military veterans-turned-entrepreneurs access to free workspace and programming to help them grow their ventures. The program has 100 veterans participating in 6-month cohorts in 10 cities in the country. Mike Steadman is community manager of the Veterans in Residence Program here in New York City. He is also a Marine. Mike served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps for five years. He was deployed to Afghanistan in 2012 and then to Japan and the Philippines in 2014.
Trump's Pocahontas comment
President Donald Trump made an off-colored remark during an event honoring Native American war veterans at the White House on Monday. Trump hosted three Navajo code talkers from World War II to the Oval Office. While praising the group and their longevity, Trump referred to Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., by the offensive nickname he gave her during the presidential campaign.
President Donald Trump made an off-colored remark during an event honoring Native American war veterans at the White House on Monday. Trump hosted three Navajo code talkers from World War II to the Oval Office. While praising the group and their longevity, Trump referred to Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., by the offensive nickname he gave her during the presidential campaign.
Veterans meet sports legends
Sports teams like the Rangers and the Knicks often try and give back to veterans on Veterans Day but this year they did something like never before. And the experience won't soon be forgotten by anyone involved. Friday night at the Knicks and Rangers training facility in Tarrytown, Westchester County, military members thought they were for a unique chance to play the games they love at the practice grounds of the pros. What they got, was a lot more than that.
Sports teams like the Rangers and the Knicks often try and give back to veterans on Veterans Day but this year they did something like never before. And the experience won't soon be forgotten by anyone involved. Friday night at the Knicks and Rangers training facility in Tarrytown, Westchester County, military members thought they were for a unique chance to play the games they love at the practice grounds of the pros. What they got, was a lot more than that.
Good Day Street Talk: Honoring Veterans
Good Day Street talk looks at some of the organizations helping our brave men and women as they return from military service. Post-traumatic stress continues to be a major issue for our returning veterans. A number of assistance programs are available to improve the mental health outcomes for them and their families. Among them is the Cohen Veterans Network. President and CEO Dr. Anthony Hassan talks about the programs offered.
Good Day Street talk looks at some of the organizations helping our brave men and women as they return from military service. Post-traumatic stress continues to be a major issue for our returning veterans. A number of assistance programs are available to improve the mental health outcomes for them and their families. Among them is the Cohen Veterans Network. President and CEO Dr. Anthony Hassan talks about the programs offered.
Thanking and helping veterans
Saturday, November 11, is Veterans Day, a special chance to not just to recognize that service but also to draw attention to issues impacting today's veterans.?About 40,000 people from 30 states are expected to march in Saturday's Veterans Day Parade, the largest Veterans Day parade in the country. This year's parade grand marshal is astronaut and retired Air Force Colonel?Buzz Aldrin.
Saturday, November 11, is Veterans Day, a special chance to not just to recognize that service but also to draw attention to issues impacting today's veterans.?About 40,000 people from 30 states are expected to march in Saturday's Veterans Day Parade, the largest Veterans Day parade in the country. This year's parade grand marshal is astronaut and retired Air Force Colonel?Buzz Aldrin.