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Praise for vet employment program
A senior defense official was part of the announcement Oct. 15 of a new hiring program that aims…
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U.S. Rep. Larsen listens to Whidbey veterans’ concerns
Slow claims processing was the preferred topic of conversation during a roundtable discussion Oct. 24 between local Veterans…
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Passing the torch: PH survivors look to others to carry on
As we commemorate Veterans Day this month, one very special group is looking to pass the torch to…
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Remember disabled veterans
Disabled American Veterans Chapter 47 will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1 at the…
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DOD remains an active partner in Sandy response
From a Defense Department News Release WASHINGTON, Oct. 30, 2012 – The Defense Department continues to be an…
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Base hospital to hold flu shot clinics
Naval Hospital Oak Harbor will hold two shot clinics in preparation for the coming influenza season. Beneficiary flu…
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A vanishing treasure
I recently had the opportunity to get together with members of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association. There are…
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Whirlwind trip honors WWII Vets
In terms of military service, our surviving World War II veterans are like rock stars. At least that’s…
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VFW salutes Old Glory
Old Glory, the symbol of our nation, has a long and storied history. A ceremony Oct. 20 at…
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Infertility: The unexpected price of war
When Margeaux Kennedy’s husband, Capt. Niall Kennedy, was injured a year and a half ago, her first thought…
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Underground storage tank stalls Skywarrior installation on North Whidbey
Work on the A-3 Skywarrior Whidbey Memorial project is in a holding pattern. Construction crews preparing the site…
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Skywarrior Theater movie times
Friday, Oct. 12 Double Feature Night – $5 adults / $2 youth 7 p.m. – Premium Rush (PG-13)…
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Red Cross app shakes things up
A new app launched by the American Red Cross is custom made for people who live in or…