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PublishedJuly 17, 2023
‘He’s home now’: Mainer killed at Pearl Harbor to be buried 82 years later
Ensign Stanley Willis Allen of Bethel was killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. His remains were identified 80 years later.
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PublishedJune 18, 2023
‘You have to be an artist’: Tyrone Jones shaping a new career as a barber
Working: Urban barber reaches out to help veterans with mobility issues.
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PublishedApril 30, 2023
Honor Flight Maine veterans welcomed home at Portland Jetport
Hundreds turn out to honor the group returning from a trip to Washington, D.C.
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PublishedApril 18, 2023
Everything is bigger in Texas, including Maine’s help wanted signs
Three nonprofits are collaborating on a $25,000 ad campaign in San Antonio that is meant to draw veterans and health care workers to join Maine's workforce.
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PublishedMarch 29, 2023
Fifty years later, Vietnam veterans ‘refuse to be forgotten’
Ceremonies across the country on Wednesday will mark the 50th anniversary of the departure of the last U.S. combat troops from Vietnam.
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2023
Brunswick veterans help Sen. King shape goals for new committee assignment
Dozens of Maine veterans and veterans advocates shared their concerns and ideas to improve life for former members of the armed services with Sen. Angus King Monday, days after the lawmaker announced he would be joining the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee.
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PublishedDecember 13, 2022
Wreaths Across America ceremony set Saturday at Livermore Falls cemetery
At 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, organizers plan to place 55 wreaths on veterans' graves.
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PublishedDecember 7, 2022
Livermore Falls commemorates Pearl Harbor Day
Veterans and community members gathered on the Livermore Falls Memorial Bridge to pay tribute to the military who died and survived the attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.
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PublishedDecember 2, 2022
Wreaths Across America caravan making a stop in Lewiston
The convoy, which includes 12 tractor-trailers and dozens of support and escort vehicles, will hold a ceremony at McMahon Elementary School, named for a Medal of Honor recipient.
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PublishedNovember 9, 2022
Photo album: A meal in honor of veterans
The Exchange Club of Auburn hosted a free lunch for veterans at The Green Ladle in Lewiston ahead of Veterans Day, which is Friday.
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