Monday, November 12, 2012
Our Armed Forces Veterans Have Paid the "Price of Admission" to Our Free Society
I, _____, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. So help me God. Oath of Enlistment into the U.S. Armed Forces (As a prelude to today’s column, I am compelled to note that my reason for placing the Oath of Enlistment above is because of a post that my friend and fellow Oliver Ames High School Class of 1981 member, Jim “Kip” Kippenhan – retired from the U.S. Navy – posted on Saturday night on …
Friday, November 9, 2012
Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals year-round as well as on Veterans Day.
A number of local businesses are saluting veterans, military service men and women, and their families this Veterans Day by offering local discounts, specials and promotions. Here's a quick guide to many of these great deals to be found on Veterans Day in the area: For military service men and women only: THE DISH: more Secret Discounts! Remember, the whole point of Veterans Day to thank and remember our troops and November is Military Family Month. Thank you to our troops and their families for your service, and thanks to all of the local businesses and Newport County Chamber of Commerce for supporting our troops and their families!
Friday, November 11, 2011
What do you do to pay tribute to veterans on Veterans Day?
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Friday, November 11, 2011
We'll be asking Easton Patch readers a different question every weekday. Questions could range from local decisions made by officials, to state issues, to national politics and entertainment. Whatever it is, we want to know what EASTON thinks! Veterans Day is a chance for us all to pay tribute to those who served. While many attend the Veterans Day Parade, others hang flags at their house and many call veterans they know. What do you do to pay tribute to veterans on Veterans Day?
Reflections on Civic Virtue and National Service
For many of us, when we think about military service and those who serve and our veterans, our vision is all too full of uniforms and armaments. We think of war and combat. We think of marching and military salutes. All of this is appropriate, and all of this is our military. As well, we most certainly should express and maintain special reflection for those on the front lines, those who have been wounded, and those who have given their lives. Military service is a far broader concept and institution, though – perhaps the noblest of occupations, the noblest expressions of civic duty and virtue that one can exercise. Many enlisted in our military, among them many hungry to serve and defend their nation. Others were drafted – among …
Thursday, November 10, 2011
A look at some events in and around Easton this weekend.
It’s Thursday and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new events to explore. We'll feature events from Easton and things to do within driving distance. 1. Veterans Day Parade Where/When: Beginning at North Easton Village Shops/ Friday 11 a.m. Why Go?: The parade will march up Main Street to the World War I Tablet. After appropriate exercises the parade will continue on Main Street turning right onto Sullivan Avenue and march to the Veterans Memorial Park. After exercises honoring the Veterans, the parade will disband. 2. Oliver Ames Athletics Where/When: Medford High School, Stoughton High …
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Easton Community Access Television
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Saturday, November 5, 2011
Your weekly historical fact, courtesy of the Easton Historical Society
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Saturday, November 5, 2011
DID YOU KNOW that on Nov. 11, the traditional Veterans Day Parade will begin at Washington Plaza at 11 A. M. Stops will be made at the World War I Tablet in front of the former North Easton Grammar School and then the Veterans Memorial Park. AND on Nov. 11, 1967 the Historical Society had an Open House at the oldest house in Easton, built in 1717 by Josiah Keith. This opportunity was provided by the owner Mrs. John S. Ames, Sr. and the residents at that time, the Robert Brown family.
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Sinclair
9:52 pm on Saturday, November 10, 2012
Military veterans (not on active duty) do not have "I.D." cards unless they are disabled veterans or retired from service. When veterans without I.D. cards seek discounts, it can cause confusion for employees of those businesses offering the discounts. Can't blame them for being confused. If a veteran shows form DD-214 as proof of service, it could be risky because it displays the Social Security… more ›