Monday, November 12, 2012
College pledges to provide “aid, comfort, and friendship” for veterans through the Janet Manion Military and Veterans Center
Using a Veterans Day program as the backdrop, Delaware Valley College officials on Monday afternoon announced the formation of a new center for military veterans and their dependents. Named in honor of the late Janet Manion, the center will be a one-stop shop to help veterans transition to civilian life, according to college President Dr. Joseph Brosnan. The center, to be located in Lasker Hall, will be available to veterans, active military and military families, offering information, referrals and support. “Its primary mission will be to enhance the school experience of our military heroes and their dependents,” Brosnan told the audience gathered in the Moumgis Auditorium in the DelVal Student Center. "Our commitment must be to serve …
Saturday, November 10, 2012
Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals year-round ,as well as on Veterans Day.
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Saturday, November 10, 2012
A number of local businesses are saluting veterans, military service men and women, and their families this Veterans Day by offering local discounts, specials and promotions. Here's a guide to specials in Woburn and the area. Two important notes: Free food: Store discounts: Free activities:
Friday, November 9, 2012
Share memories of your time serving our country by uploading photos here.
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Friday, November 9, 2012
Doylestown Patch wants to honor our veterans by collecting photos of your pictures and memories of your service, or the service of someone you know. Add your photos to the gallery so we can reach our goal of 100 photos, and showcase them on our site and Facebook to honor our local vets.
Delaware Valley College will unveil plans for a new campus veterans center named after a fierce local advocate for service members.
Janet Manion dedicated her time and talents to supporting military members and veterans. Now, a new veterans center at Delaware Valley College will do the same - and it will bear her name. On Monday, DelVal president Dr. Joseph Brosnan will unveil plans for the Janet Manion Military and Veterans Center, to be housed on the college's campus. Janet Manion, along with her husband Tom, started the Travis Manion Foundation after their son Travis was killed in Iraq in 2007. Based in Doylestown and run by Travis' sister, Ryan Manion Borek, the foundation works nationwide. It raises money for programs to help wounded veterans, to recognize the service of military members and to promote character and leadership in young people. Janet Manion passed …
Thursday, November 8, 2012
A ceremony in Newtown and a luncheon in Doylestown are among area Veterans Day events.
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Thursday, November 8, 2012
Veterans Day Luncheon The Central Bucks Family YMCA in Doylestown will host a Veteran’s Day Luncheon Friday from 11 a.m to 1:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Ryan Manion of the Travis Manion Foundation. There will be a performance jazz duo of Lori Rosolowsky and Mike Seifried. Lunch will be served. RSVP to Rachel Mauer at rmauer@cbfymca.org. Veterans Day Ceremony Council Rock High School North and Morell Smith Post 440 will hold a Veterans Day ceremony Friday at 9 a.m. United States Army Brigadier General Peter A. DeLuca will be the guest speaker. Members of the Armed Forces are encouraged to come in uniform. The event is open to the public. Veterans Day Event at Newtown Library Company Newtown Library Company will host a free Veteran’s …
Several area businesses are offering discounts to veterans in honor of Veterans Day.
Sunday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day, and several businesses in the area are offering discounts for veterans and people in the military. If you know of other discounts and deals, add them in the comments. Applebees Veterans and active duty military service members can enjoy a free signature entree during business hours on Sunday, Nov. 11. Proof of military service (like an ID or being in uniform) is required. Locations: Sparkle Car Wash Veterans get a free car wash on Sunday, Nov. 11. Location: Einstein Bros Bagels: Veterans get a free classic or signature bagel on Sunday, Nov. 11. Locations: Denny's Active, inactive and retired military with an ID can take advantage of "All You Can Eat" pancakes from 6 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Monday…
victoria poretta
9:01 am on Saturday, November 10, 2012
What a wonderful tribute to Janet who worked tirelessly for Veterans in her son's name. Her work and dedication will continue to be an inspiration to young people in our community. God bless Travis and Janet. more ›