Landmarks across New York State to be lit up in purple for Purple Heart Day
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State landmarks will be illuminated purple on Monday, August 7, 2023 to commemorate Purple Heart Day. On this significant day, the state
Niagara County Purple Heart Ceremony slated for Sunday
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski today invited the public to attend this Sunday’s Purple Heart Ceremony at 1 p.m. at the Niagara County Courthouse in Lockport where more than
Veterans Services Fair planned for July 21
Three Niagara County departments will join with state agencies and other service providers to take part in a Veterans Services Fair on Friday, July 21 in Lockport. Niagara County Employment…
Niagara County Legislator Voccio, County Clerk Jastrzemski to Host “Veterans Services Day”
Niagara County Legislator Chris Voccio and Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski have teamed up to host a “Veterans Services Day” for veterans in Niagara Falls and surrounding communities. The…
Higgins, MacSwan hold ceremony recognizing Vietnam vets
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) along with Town of Wheatfield Supervisor Don MacSwan held a ceremony recognizing the service of Western New York Vietnam veterans. During the event, more than 75
Higgins to honor WNY Vietnam vets
In advance of Vietnam Veterans Day, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) will hold an event to honor Western New York Vietnam veterans and to provide information about services and benefits available
Niagara County Seeking Purple Heart Veterans for Book of Honor
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski today said Niagara County will once again honor Purple Heart Veterans by adding their name to county’s Book of Honor at a ceremony to
Lockport veterans group buys meals for vets for Veterans Day
The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #268, based in Lockport, delivered a check to the Niagara County Office for the Aging (OFA) to cover the cost of meals on Veterans
Buffalo Naval and Military Park to hold ceremony for Veterans Day
On Veterans Day – Friday, November 11, the Buffalo Naval & Military Park is honored to welcome Blair Atcheson to Buffalo to discuss the legacy and loss of USS Juneau.…