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We honor the fallen, but must not forget our veterans

After our collective pause on Memorial Day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, it behooves us to take the next step by renewing our commitment to taking care of veterans right here in Nassau County. more

By Joshua A. Lafazan | 6/22/23

Andy Butera is honored by the East Meadow Fire Department and American Legion Post 1082, in a photo that helped photo Tim Baker win an award from the New York Press Association over the weekend.

Herald wins nine state awards, including best sports feature

Herald Community Newspapers took home nine state awards at the New York Press Association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest over the weekend in Albany. more

STAFF REPORT | 4/1/23

Honor the men and women of the armed forces

There are just two federal holidays each year acknowledging — and thanking — the brave men and women of the U.S. armed forces for their service to our country. more

11/10/22

The Legislature is focused on helping veterans

Recently I joined the Nassau County Legislature’s majority caucus, veterans groups and County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce the creation of a program to provide grants of up to $10,000 to every eligible veterans hall in the county. more

By Bill Gaylor | 4/14/22

Dozens of Bellmore residents celebrated their local veterans on Monday in front of the Veterans Memorial by the LIRR station. Chris Peterkin, above, commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2770, led the ceremony.

Bellmore honors its veterans

Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2770, the North Bellmore American Legion Post 1749, the American Legion Post 948 and Jewish War Veterans gathered at the corner of Bedford Avenue and … more

11/14/19

At American Legion Post 1282’s annual Veterans Day ceremony on Monday at Veterans Memorial Park in Merrick, Calhoun High School freshman Hayden Okonowitz played taps as members of Boy Scout Troop 351 saluted.

Merricks honor 'the exceptional and the extraordinary'

American Legion Post 1282 held its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11 at Veterans Memorial Park in Merrick to salute those in the community who have answered the call to service.Auxiliary Unit … more

11/14/19

Vincent Gabriele served as commander of American Legion Post 1282 in Merrick, and was instrumental in helping its membership grow.

Merrick military, broadcast veteran remembered

Vincent J. Gabriele, of North Merrick, was a delegator. Whatever organization he joined, or cause he threw his weight behind, he insisted on taking charge — and the results spoke for themselves, according to his son Michael. more

By Erik Hawkins | 1/31/19

Members of American Legion Post 1282 held a barbecue lunch honoring area veterans last weekend, including from the Long Island State Veterans Home.

Vets celebrated at Legion barbecue

On Aug. 19, Merrick American Legion Post 1282 hosted a barbecue, as they do each year, to honor local veterans. more

8/24/17

Veteran Paul Zydor, pictured in 1951, will be the Grand Marshal at this year’s annual Memorial Day Parade in Merrick.

Heroes to remember heroes in Merrick

On Memorial Day, May 29, members of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Jewish War Veterans will march through the streets in honor of all their comrades who made the ultimate sacrifice. more

By Erik Hawkins | 5/18/17

Michael Fevola, 96, was a World War II veteran who died on March 1. The Merrick American Legion Post 1282 commemorated him at his wake.

Merrick American Legion honors WWII hero

Michael Fevola, 96, of East Meadow, served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. He died on March 1 after years of declining health caused by Alzheimer’s disease. He was 96. more

By Brian Stieglitz | 5/5/17

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