Marines Should Not Go Into Hiding: Veterans Group Rescinds Previous Guidance to Stay Hidden During Iran Conflict
A force protection message sent to Marine Corps League members was reversed a day later after backlash across the organization. TRENTON, NJ – A national advisory urging members of the Marine Corps…
New Toms River Law Helps U.S. Military Veterans Become Police Officers in State’s 8th Largest Town
Toms River has approved a new ordinance spearheaded by Mayor Rodrick that removes the college degree requirement for military veterans seeking a career in law enforcement. Previously, the township mandated a bachelor’s…
New Toms River Law Helps Military Veterans Become Cops
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A new ordinance introduced by Mayor Rodrick and approved by the Toms River Township Council has made it easier for America’s military veterans to pursue a career in…
In Phil Murphy’s Equitable New Jersey, Homeless Veterans Rate Lower Than Illegal Migrants – OP-ED
Look at what is happening around New Jersey. Homelessness is on the rise, and in the state that touts itself as the most diverse and equitable, American citizens most in need are…
Ocean City police seek help returning veteran’s hat left at local restaurant
OCEAN CITY, Md. — The Ocean City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating the owner of a veteran’s hat that was left behind at a breakfast restaurant near…
New Jersey to create DD-214 database to keep veterans’ separation records
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs will establish a digital database for veteran separation documents under a newly advanced bill aimed at simplifying access to veteran…
Toms River celebrates Memorial Day in remembrance of fallen veterans
Toms River honors fallen service members with Memorial Day parade and wreath ceremony TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Residents gathered in downtown Toms River on Monday morning to observe Memorial Day with a…
Cherry Hill police officers join community to honor fallen veterans
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Cherry Hill Police officers joined local officials and community members over the weekend to take part in the American Legion’s annual Flagging of the Graves at Locustwood Cemetery,…
Mandatory tax break for New Jersey’s disabled veterans not being reimbursed by state
TRENTON, N.J. — Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre of New Jersey’s 9th Legislative District are urging the state to reimburse municipalities for the cost of state-mandated…
Marlboro Township honors Marine veterans with new Military Appreciation banners
MARLBORO, N.J. — Marlboro Township Police unveiled its first Military Appreciation banners on Wednesday, honoring two officers who served in the United States Marine Corps before joining the force. The banners, now…
New York State Troopers welcome veterans home from Honor Flight at Syracuse airport
Members of the New York State Police Troop D joined in honoring veterans returning from Honor Flight Syracuse – Mission 22 at Syracuse Hancock International Airport on Saturday. The Honor Flight program…
Virginia school official admits to $2.9M fraud scheme targeting veterans’ education benefits
ALEXANDRIA, VA — A former career services manager at a Virginia school pleaded guilty Tuesday to orchestrating a $2.9 million scheme to defraud the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) by fabricating documents…
Toms River to host free kids’ fishing derby at Veterans Park
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Children and teens can cast a line and compete for prizes next month as Toms River Township teams up with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection for…
Should disabled veterans be exempt from New Jersey tolls? Lawmakers push new bill
TRENTON, NJ — A bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly would require the state’s two toll authorities to exempt certain disabled veterans from paying tolls through the E-ZPass system on the…
N.J. bill would ease home loan process for disabled veterans by fixing property tax calculation
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey State Assembly aims to eliminate a financial barrier for 100% disabled veterans by correcting how property taxes are calculated in mortgage…
This dog helps veterans cope with stress in courtroom sessions
PITTSBURGH, PA — A facility dog named Lassen is playing a calming role in Allegheny County’s Veterans Court, helping clients cope with stress and anxiety during their treatment process. Key Points The…
Veteran’s lucky digits turn into five-figure payday in Maryland
BALTIMORE, MD — A Prince George’s County resident and 20-year Army veteran claimed a $50,000 Maryland Lottery prize this week after his Pick 5 numbers hit in the March 24 drawing. The…
New Jersey Could Soon Have License Plates for Marine Corps Combat Veterans
TRENTON, NJ — A bipartisan bill that would allow Marines to obtain special commemorative license plates recognizing their combat service has cleared the Senate Transportation Committee, Senator Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) announced…
Should New Jersey’s Disabled Veterans Get a Tax Break? New Bill Calls for $5,000 Rebate
TRENTON, NJ — A newly introduced bill seeks to provide property tax relief for disabled veterans in New Jersey by offering a rebate based on their level of service-connected disability, legislators announced.…
Great News for New Jersey Veterans: VA Cuts Gender Dysphoria Services to Focus on Amputees and Disabled Veterans
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey is home to hundreds of thousands of military veterans, many disfigured and suffering from the trauma of wars going back to the Vietnam war. Now, there’s some…
Federal Veterans Affairs firefighter pleads guilty to $479K workers’ compensation fraud scheme
CAMDEN, N.J. — A Department of Veterans Affairs firefighter admitted in federal court to defrauding the government of nearly half a million dollars in workers’ compensation benefits, authorities said. Richard Hyland, 61,…