Posts Tagged ‘Veterans’
RI Veterans: Did you know? 25.04.24 (100th for Louis Dolce, events, resources) – John A. Cianci
by John Cianci, veterans writer Photo, top: Louie Dolce with his 2nd cake of the day with the US Coast Guard logo World War II, US Coast Guard veteran Louie Dolce joined the “100 Club” on April 24 2024. The day started quietly for Dolce awaking at the Rhode Island Veterans Home. However, the rest of…
Read MoreWorld War II Veteran, Louis Dolce, turns 100 – TODAY
Local US Coast Guard Veteran, Louis Dolce Sr. turns 100 – today. Among many of the birthday cards and gifts Louie has and will be receiving have been Happy Birthday wishes from the ownership of the New England Patriots, Josh Kraft, President of New England Patriot Foundation and Andre Tippit Hall of Fame. Louie was one…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 18.04.24 (100th bday, events, Q/A, fishing, resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues What To Do When A Veteran Passes Away Questions from one of our readers: My veteran husband, who was collecting VA compensation, passed away – Q1 Who should I notify to stop his disability payment? – Q2 How do I repay payments after death? Jane from…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 11.04.24 (find your buddy, benefits, volunteer, events)-John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, writer on veterans issues Locating Someone You Served With Question from one of our readers: “I am trying to locate someone in my unit who was with me when the tent collapsed on me injuring my shoulder during Desert Storm. Will the VA help me locate him? Bob, Foster” Answer: Yes,…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 04.04.24 (benefit claims, events, opportunities) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer DON’T BLAME THE VETERAN SERVICE OFFICER OR REPRESENTATIVE FOR DELAYS IN VA CLAIM DECISIONS Too often than not, veterans become upset with those volunteers helping the veteran apply for benefits with the VA. Most of the delays are intertwined with the VA’s inability to process claims and appeals in…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Special edition honoring Women’s History Month – John A. Cianci
On this last day of Women History month, RINEWSTODAY would like to recognize a few more women for their accomplishments. Did you know the Medal of Honor is the highest and most prestigious military decoration? Awarded by the President, in the name of Congress, the Medal of Honor commemorates those who have shaped our nation’s…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 28.03.24 (Vietnam War Veterans, benefits, events)- John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans’ issues National Vietnam War Veterans Day Over 6 million Vietnam Era Veterans served during the Vietnam War. March 29 is Vietnam Veterans Day commemorating the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans and their families and is part of a national effort to recognize the men and women who were…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 21.03.24 (Army vets newsletter, retirement, events…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Did you know the Army publishes a FREE official newsletter for retired soldiers, surviving spouses and families called Army Echoes? VETTIP: Army Echoes is distributed for Retired Soldiers and annuitants by the Department of Defense (DFAS) based on data they have for you in the pay system. If you are…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 14.03.24 (Women Warriors, benefits, events…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues All About Women Warriors Serving 22 years, I have been blessed to have served side-by-side with some of the best of American soldiers, which include too many women warriors to mention. This month column is dedicated to all women warriors serving and have served. – Did…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 07.03.24 (Desert Storm, WWII news, events) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Why is the US government and VA silent on Desert Storm 33rd Anniversary dates? The Korean War, which ended with an armistice on July 27, 1953, is sometimes referred to as the “forgotten war” because it was overshadowed by World War II several years earlier, and Congress never declared war on…
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