Perhaps the most important event for veterans in recent months has been the end of the state tax on army pension income, which was enacted into recently approved state budgets.
In a rite on July 21, Operation Stand Down in Johnston, Gov. Dan Mckee’s management marked this vital milestone.
Kasim Yarn, director of the Office of Veterans Services, said, “Ending the imposition of military service pensions is the right thing to do for the popularity of the many Rhode Islanders who fought valiantly for our freedom, but it’s also an investment in our state’s work.
“This replacement will allow us to retain talent, which can move Rhode Island’s economy forward. Retired servicemen bring a wealth of wisdom and experience, which benefits Rhode Island in countless ways.
During the ceremony, McKee also noted 4 intended to support the state’s veterans. Legislative sponsors and veteran advocates joined McKee in marking his adoption.
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Stolen Value: Anyone who fraudulently poses as an active member or veteran of the military or armed forces for the purpose of obtaining money, assets, or other tangible property will be prosecuted for fraud.
Pet adoption fees: Veterans will now be exempt from puppy adoption at public animal shelters.
Specialized license plates: McKee has approved two special license plates for automobiles: one for Bronze Star recipients and one for Purple Heart recipients.
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Jessica Holbrook and her team from the Family Resource Group of the 182nd Infantry held a “healing party” on July 7 at Schofield Armory in Cranston. With the assistance of members of the Rhode Island Command of the Military Order of Foreign Wars (RI MOFW), the organization was able to assemble, pack and ship forty-five packages for deployed infantrymen of Company A, 1-182nd Infantry. Ri MOFW “adopted” Company A this year. The MOFW, of which I am a member, also made a donation of money to cover the prices of the packaging item.
Thanks to John Cianci of the Italian-American Veterans of the United States, we learn of a generous gesture that deserves to be recognized. of loose gas to eligible veterans and the army worker corps on July 1. More than 260 veterans took credit for the offer.
Three college friends, Bill Hogan, Rich Santelli and Robert Skeffington, donated $10,000 to the event. Abid also donated $1,000 and labor to provide a full service to veterans.
“Knowing how bad [gas] costs are, we had the concept out for our veterans before the 4th of July,” Hogan said.
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Volunteers from Italian-American veterans and American Legion Station 88 in Harrisville checked the prestige of veterans or active duty for those queuing for fuel. Assistant, Alessandra Gaido, provided a full service to the veterans. “I’m thrilled to give back to the veterans who have done so much for our country and deserve more thanks like this,” Gaido said.
Cianci, who first published the story in RINewsToday. com, described the occasion as “an act of kindness that makes a difference for many veterans and active-duty soldiers. “
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Holly Charette House in Johnston, Rhode Island’s transitional housing for female veterans, won a check for $20,000 from the Phebe Greene Ward chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The cash will be used to purchase new furniture for the space’s 3 two-bedroom apartments. , which can accommodate up to six female veterans. The space is operated through Operation Stand Down Rhode Island.
Dee Lee, regent of the DAR chapter, said the budget came from Vivian’s Outreach to Women (VOW), a program of the National Society daughters of the American Revolution.
Service members and veterans are wanted for a “Learn to Weld” educational program to be held Aug. 29-Sept. 2 at The Steel Yard at 27 Sims Ave. In Providence. Se will inform participants about the basics of welding and non-technical. skills that can be used through an artistic program. Participants will earn a $250 stipend and a certificate of completion.
A summer writing workshop for veterans will be presented through the Providence Clemente Veterans Initiative (PCVI). Beginning Aug. 7, Marine Corps veteran Lucas Pralle will teach this course through a 6 p. m. video convention. at 8 p. m. Sunday through Sept. 11, Labor Day weekend. To apply, click https://pvdvets. org/summer-writing-seminar or contact Dr. Mark Santow, Director of CPVI, by email at pvdclementevets@gmail. com.
“Ocean Therapy” will be available to veterans through Oct. 16. Individual sessions and an eight-week program will be offered. Break Through Waves, a Providence-based nonprofit, provides adult systems that combine yoga, mindfulness, and breathing. workouts with surf treatment or stand-up paddleboarding. The one- to two-hour sessions are loose and are designed in components for others who have experienced trauma or been diagnosed with PTSD. For more information, stop at The program presented through Break Through Waves is surfing at Easton’s Beach (FirstBeach) at 175 Memorial Blvd. Stand-up paddleboarding is also part of the program, at West Island Corner on Goulart Memorial Drive and Alder Street in Fairhaven. points or to register, go to percéewaves. com. These systems are made to be purchased through the Providence Vet Center.
The Narragansett Bow Hunters organization at 1531 Ten Rod Road in North Kingstown offers loose archery categories at an indoor shooting range. Equipment such as bows, arrows, arm guards, targets, tabs, and commands will be provided. For more information, call 401) 295-7228 or narragansettbowhunters. org.
Tuesday, 3 p. m. to nine p. m. m. , 2022 National Night Out, Rocky Point Park. La Warwick Police, the National Night Out Committee and We Be Jammin’ sponsor this annual loose event, which will end with a fireworks show. NNO’s goals are to unite the police and network and celebrate this partnership.
Friday, 11 a. m. : RING Retirees Meeting/Lunch at the Quonset Officers Club, two hundred Lt. James Brown Rd. , North Kingstown. Contact Bob Antonelli at bob02909@cox. net or (401) 837-6028 or (401) 996-3764 for more information.
August 14, 11 a. m. the Woonsocket Museum of Labor and Culture and Battleship Cove in Fall River. Participants can meet World War II veterans and hear their stories. There will also be special activities for children. All veterans and the serving army worker corps will earn “America the Beautiful” and federal recreational land passes, which provide free access to veterans and visitors to national parks and historic sites across the country. The address is 50 Douglas Rd. , Whitinsville, Massachusetts. The phone number is (508) 234-6232. From Providence, head north on Highway 146 for about 30 miles to Exit 8.
Aug. 15, 6 p. m. to 7:30 p. m. : U. S. RepresentativeUSA David Cicilline will hold his annual verbal exchange with the veterans network at Slater Park Hall at 825 Blvd. Armistice. à Pawtucket. The event, postponed from July 25, will include a fried fish dinner for veterans, serving the army corps of workers and their families.
August 27, 8 a. m. : Sixth annual Coventry – West Greenwich Elks veterans golf tournament at Coventry Pines Golf Course at 1065 Harkney Hill Rd. in Coventry. Start of the shotgun. Nine holes with cart at $75 consistent with the constant son. Includes prizes and raffles and a gift bag for all players. Fried steak after the tournament at Elks Club at 42 Nooseneck Hill Rd. Make checks payable by August 19 at BPOE #2285 and send them to Lori Ashness, 111 Tomahawk Trail, Cranston 02921. For more details, call (401) 573-5063 or email ashnessla@gmail. com.
September 15, 4:30 p. m. to 7:30 p. m. , as well as instructions, will be provided through Surf Casters members. Register with Justyn Charon by phone at (401) 739-0167 or by email at Justyn. Charon@va. gov.
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