 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.  Kiwanis Park of Honor Concludes for 2023This year, about 300 were sold totaling $2,500 in scholarships. Janey said the students receive a Good Citizenship Award of $500 that can be used at their discretion.  Kiwanis Club Unveils 2023 Park of HonorThe Park of Honor had its opening ceremony on Saturday. More than 100 flags were sold, totaling over $2,500 raised for scholarships that support children and grandchildren of veterans. Northern Berkshire Veterans Food Pantry In Need of DonationsNorthern Berkshire Veterans Agent Stephen Roy said the veterans food pantry is in short supply with an increased need in the community.  Pittsfield Holds First POW/MIA CeremonyThe inaugural ceremony was held by the Charles Persip American Legion Post 68 on National POW/MIA Recognition Day. Executive Office of Veterans Services Announces Statewide Logo Redesign ContestThese changes call for a logo rebranding effort to match a new vision, mission, and set of core values. As a result, the Executive Office is seeking input from the public. Governor Establishes Governor's Advisory Council on Veterans' ServicesThe Council will complement the work that Secretary Santiago and the recently elevated Executive Office of Veterans Services are doing to assess current programs, services, and regulations for veterans and make recommendations to the Governor. Abbott Memorial Raises Money for Veterans Food PantryThe Abbott Memorial School community raised $808.08 through its Penny Delay Day. Governor Establishes New Executive Office of Veterans' ServicesFormer state representative and US Army Reserve Major Dr. Jon Santiago of Boston was sworn in as the Massachusetts' first Secretary of the new Executive Office of Veterans' Services (EOVS).  Northern Berkshire Veteran Services Holds March Food DriveThe pantry is in need of potato chips, nacho chips, popcorn, crackers, granola bars, mixed nuts, jerky, dried fruit, protein bars, water, Gatorade, tea, coffee, nonperishable cheeses, cookies, dishwasher detergent, and laundry detergent. Governor Makes Appointments to the Veterans' Homes CouncilThe Council is an advisory body that makes recommendations to the Secretary of Veterans' Services to ensure the health, well-being, and safety of residents of state-operated Veterans' Homes and access to equitable, high quality, and competent care for veterans across the Commonwealth.  American Legion Post 125 Honors the Four ChaplainsThe ceremony is held throughout the nation around Feb. 3. This is the first time it has been held in Western Massachusetts, said Kevin Hamel, assistant state chaplain with the American Legion. Market 32 Campaign Raises $70Kfor Disabled American Veterans$70,400 was raised to directly benefit veterans and their families. Small Business Administration Offers Veteran Certification ProgramThe improvements in the customer experience for Veteran entrepreneurs and business owners made by VetCert will build upon the $25 billion in government contract spending with service-disabled Veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) in Fiscal Year 2021.  Soldier On Receives Boost From Haddad ToyotaOn Friday, Haddad Toyota presented the organization with a $10,000 matching check that accompanied a Veterans Day fundraiser. For the month of November, a portion of every car sale was donated to Soldier On. |
