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Monday, April 20, 2015
Post 1029 Surprises National Commander
American Legion Post 1029 had a big surprise for National Commander Michael Helm when he capped his three-day swing through New York State by addressing a dinner in Queens on April 17.
Post 1029 Commander Joseph Aniano presented Helm with a check for $25,000. read more »
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Friday, April 17, 2015
National Commander Attacks Use of Drugs for Treating PTSD
American Legion National Commander Michael Helm swung through New York State April 15-17, bringing strong words about the way veterans and military personnel are being treated for post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury.
“We think the VA and DOD are using far too many drugs.”
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Wednesday, April 15, 2015
VETS4VETS An All-Day Event at Binghamton Post 1645
VETS4VETS — an all day event to raise money for wounded warriors – takes place Saturday, April 25 at American Legion Post 1645 at 177 Robinson St. in Binghamton.
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Friday, April 10, 2015
National Commander to Visit NY Advocating Better PTSD Treatment
ALBANY – The national commander of The American Legion will visit the Capital Region, Watertown and New York City April 15-17, with a message advocating for better treatment of veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI).
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‘Homecoming’ for Commander Peters on May 30
Richmond County American Legion will host a “Homecoming” dinner for Department Commander Frank Peters at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at Staaten Caterers, 697 Forest Ave., Staten Island, NY.
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Thursday, April 02, 2015
Legion Honors Utica Cops for Stopping Gunman, Curbing Illegal Drug & Gun Use
UTICA – Utica American Legion Post 229 is honoring two Utica cops as American Legion Police Officers of the Year – one for stopping a gunmen who had just shot four people and the other for curbing heroin and illegal gun use. They are Officer John Scaramuzzino and Investigator Paul Paladino.