Monday, November 12, 2012
All government offices, schools and libraries are closed today for the observance of Veterans Day; most businesses are open.
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Monday, November 12, 2012
Today is the federal observance of Veterans Day, a federal holiday that recognizes the nation's service men and women. All federal, state and Johnston government buildings and offices are closed today. There will be no mail service. Johnston schools are closed, as well. Trash pick-up in Johnston is delayed one day in observance of the Veterans’ Day holiday on Monday, November 12, 2012. Most restaurant and stores will be open their regular hours today, but you might want to call ahead. Banks vary, but most are closed. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority will operate under its holiday schedule today. To view schedules, click here. For those who follow the stock market, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is open today. Veterans Day is …
Do America's veterans receive enough recognition for their service?
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Monday, November 12, 2012
Sunday, November 11th was Veterans Day, although it is being officially recognized on Monday, Nov. 12, by the federal government. Whichever day you prefer, it is a day for honoring veterans of America's armed forces. But for millions of Americans, it's treated as just another holiday on the calendar – a day off from school, a day out of work, a three-day weekend. In towns and cities across America, grizzled veterans, Boy Scouts, politicians and a handful of others will attend small, quiet services. Is that enough? Do we as Americans do enough to recognize the nation's service men and women and the sacrifices they made and the responsibilities they took on to go to war or serve for us? Let people know what you think in the comment box …
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals year-round ,as well as on Veterans Day.
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Sunday, November 11, 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 and around Johnston, taken from themilitarywallet.com check with their site for the latest deals. Two important notes: Free food: Store discounts: Free activities:
Saturday, November 10, 2012
Share pictures of your loved ones in uniform in our online heroes gallery.
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Saturday, November 10, 2012
Veterans Day is this Sunday, Nov. 11. To honor local veterans, we invite you to share photos of Johnston servicemen and women so the whole city can honor those who serve our nation. Just click the green "Submit Your Photos" button above the photos or at the bottom of this article to add yours, along with a caption. Also, leave shoutouts to veterans you know in the comments below.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Operation Stand Down Rhode Island and 630 WPRO hosted the first annual "Women Warriors" luncheon and fundraiser to benefit the Holy Charette House in Johnston.
Quidnesset Country Club was the site for the first annual "Women Warriors" luncheon, which raised funds for the Holly Charette House, a transitional housing facility in Johnston for female veterans operated by Operation Stand Down Rhode Island. The accompanying video shows scenes from the event, including speeches by U.S. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, distinguished female veterans, and Charette's parents.
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Here's a list of books about wars and the people who fought them.
Looking for some good books to read in honor of today's holiday? Here's a list of five fiction and five nonfiction titles that you can check out on the E-Zone web page, or borrow from Marian J. Mohr Library. Links go to the Ocean State Libraries online catalog; summaries excerpted from OSLRI catalog. Note: These books are recommended for adults, and may not be appropriate for younger readers. Non-fiction: American Soldier by General Tommy Franks The Commander in Chief of the United States Central Command from July 2000 through July 2003, Gen. Tommy Franks made history by leading American and Coalition forces to victory in Afghanistan and Iraq -- the decisive battles that launched the war on terrorism. Blood, Toil, Tears and Sweat: The Dire…
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3:26 pm on Friday, November 16, 2012
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