RI Veterans: Did you know? 8.6.23 (Vets Home cable, fishing, discounts, events) – John A. Cianci

A group of veterans are standing on a dock.

by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues UPDATE – Rhode Island Veterans Home – FREE Cable and Internet RINEWSTODAY sources confirm a new deal has been agreed upon with a local cable/internet provider that will provide residents of the Rhode Island Veterans Home FREE basic cable service and internet access.  Next week a formal announcement is being coordinated…

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RI Veterans: Did you know? (Urgent Care, events, resources, discounts ) 23-MAR-23, John A. Cianci

A close up of a knot on a green canvas bag.

by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues Did you know the Providence VA Medical, Chalkstone Ave., Providence facility has an Urgent Care unit for veterans open Monday thru Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.?  VETTIP: No appointment required; walk-in. The unit is located across from the Emergency Room. ___ PHOTOS WANTED! Whether you’re a seasoned photographer…

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Updated: Cranston Veterans Day Parade – Nov. 11th

A man standing next to a jeep in a parade.

Photo: RINewsToday Veterans writer, John A. Cianci, at last year’s Cranston Veterans Day Parade – photo by Jeff Gross Cranston Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins reminds all Cranston residents and surrounding neighbors of Cranston’s Veterans Day Parade on this Friday, November 11, 2022. “Once again, our community will join together to show its well-deserved support and…

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