 Elks, Ocean State Donate 22 Coats to Local VeteransElks Lodge 487 teamed up with Ocean State Job Lots for a second year to provide winter coats to veterans in need.  Community Hero of the Month: Stan KmonLongtime resident and member of the Dalton American Legion Stan Kmon has been selected as our November Community Hero of the month.  Soares' Free Veterans Brunch Honors Local HeroesAhead of Veterans Day, more than 50 local veterans and their families gathered at the Freight Yard Pub for a free appreciation brunch hosted by veteran advocate Wayne "Wayno" Soares.  Annual Ronald F. Davis Memorial Veterans DinnerThe free dinner is open to all veterans and one guest. The event will be held at the All Saints Episcopal Church.  North Adams Launches Veterans Banner ProgramThe Veterans Services Department is seeking city veterans, both living and deceased, to honor on large banners displayed throughout the downtown area.  Pittsfield Marks 24th Anniversary of Terror AttacksLocal veterans and city officials marked the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on the United States that killed 2,977 people.  Pittsfield Remembers the 'Forgotten War'Community members gathered in front of City Hall on Saturday to remember the "Forgotten War."  Community Hero: Tina SamsonVeterans' Services Administrative Assistant Tina Samson has been selected as our May Community Hero of the Month.  Katie Doherty Veterans Village Celebrates 5-Year AnniversaryThe village is named after Soldier On consultant Katie Doherty, who has played a crucial role in transforming Soldier On's women's veterans program. Governor Launches Increased Annuity for Veterans and Families through HERO ActPayments will begin increasing in February 2025, ultimately going up to $2,500 by August 2025 American Legion Post 125 Be Our Guest Christmas Dinner ReturnsThis is a free dinner for veterans' and community members to be enjoyed at American Legion Post 125 located at 91 American Legion Dr.  Pittsfield Veteran Turns 102A city resident and veteran was recognized this week as he closes in on his 102 birthday this month.  New Moon Lodge Holds Veterans Dinner and Resource FairMore than 200 area veterans and their families were connected to a host of resources available to them on Saturday and had dinner, too. Market 32 Honors Veterans With DiscountAll veterans and retired, active-duty, reserve and National Guard military personnel and immediate family members are welcome to the discount with proof of service and AdvantEdge Card. Disabled Veterans Can Benefit from HERO Act at RMVEligible disabled veterans exempt from automobile excise tax, receiving fee waivers for vehicle registration, driver's licenses and license renewals due to legislation signed in August 2024 Governor Signs HERO ActThis legislation will increase benefits, modernize services and promote inclusivity for veterans in Massachusetts.  Warren Tours Soldier On's Mansfield Community, Talks HousingU.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren ended her visit to Pittsfield on Thursday on the scenic grounds of Soldier On's housing developments where more 50 former service members are supported with the tools they need to thrive.  North Berkshire Veterans Enjoy Summer BarbecueFriends, family, community organizers and leaders, and veterans from multiple generations gathered under the Greylock Club pavilion on Friday for the Veterans Summer Barbecue. Northern Berkshire Veterans Services Veterans' PicnicThe event will take place at the Greylock Club Pavilion, located at 548 State Road in North Adams.  Pittsfield Says 'Thank You' to Veterans with Free ParkingThe City Council on Tuesday approved an ordinance allowing veterans to park in municipal lots and spaces at no charge. Governor Launches Campaign to End Veteran HomelessnessThe veteran's housing initiative will include the largest, targeted investment to address veteran homelessness in state history.  Market 32 Announces Results of Disabled American Veterans Fundraising CampaignPrice Chopper/Market 32 kicked off the fundraiser with a $10,000 donation and, combined with customer donations, raised $76,471 to go directly to DAV. |
