Inaugural Veterans Award Luncheon at URI honors student veterans, community members

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The University of Rhode Island’s Center for Military and Veteran Education (MAVE) and the URI Student Veteran Organization honored several members of the community last week at their inaugural Veterans Award Luncheon. The luncheon, held in the Multicultural Student Services Center’s Hardge Forum, was open to all members of the URI community and recognized several…

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RI Veterans: Did you know? (Veteran plates, Military Caregivers, Memorial Day), John A. Cianci

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by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues Question from one of our readers – How do I get a disabled veteran plate in the State of Rhode Island? John, Exeter RI Answer – The State of Rhode Island DMV details the requirements  and eligibility to obtain the disabled veteran plate, here: https://dmv.ri.gov/registrations-plates-titles/license-plates/veteran-plates Step 1, to be…

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Golf Tournament to benefit Operation Stand Down RI and honor Col. Dillon

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by John Cardullo, sportswriter A golf tournament will be held on Monday, July 17th at Agawam Hunt Historic 1897 Golf Course in Rumford, Rhode Island. The tournament is in memory of the class of ’64 La Salle Academy classmate, Colonel Gerry Dillon, for his service to his country and fellow man. Funds raised will be…

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