Rep. Carter, Giegler, Harding and Sen. McLachlan: Help Us Help the Salvation Army this Season
We will be ringing a bell at Walmart in Danbury this Wednesday, December 9th, from noon until 1:00 p.m. Report by Paula Antolini December 7, […]
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President Barack Obama Addressed the Nation About Terrorism, Dec. 6
Obama: “To begin with, Congress should act to make sure no one on a no-fly list is able to buy a gun … We also need […]
Today is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Dec. 7
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, which is annually on December 7, commemorates the attack on Pearl Harbor, in Hawaii, during World War II. Many American […]
Sen. McLachlan, State Reps. Carter, Giegler, Harding & Smith: Donate to Connecticut’s Veterans in Need
Connecticut State Senator Michael McLachlan, State Representatives Dan Carter, Jan Giegler, Stephen Harding and Richard Smith in cooperation with the Errera Community Care Center of […]
VIDEO: Bethel High School ROTC Drill Meet Results from November 21st
Bethel ROTC Drill Meet took place at Bethel High School this past Saturday, November 21, 2015. There were 890 cadets from 19 schools in attendance. […]
Breaking World News: Series of Attacks in Paris France, Hostages Held, Dozens Dead, Borders Closed, State of Emergency Issued by French President
A series of suspected terrorist attacks took place earlier today in Paris, France, in four separate locations. Report by Paula Antolini November 13, 2015 7:00PM […]
VIDEO: ‘FINISH LINE: Michael Kacer. War Veteran, Star Athlete and Inspirational Portrait of a Hero.’
There are many kinds of “finish lines” in life, and Michael Kacer has certainly crossed many of them with bravery, stamina and a positive outlook. […]
Remembering Our Veterans with Gratitude on November 11, 2015
Boucher: “It is a privilege to honor our veterans, our men and women who served in the military. We must remember that our freedom did […]
VIDEO: Uplifting Ceremony to Honor Veterans, at Bethel High School on Nov. 10
The 2nd Annual Veterans Ceremony took place at Bethel High School, 300 Whittlesey Drive in Bethel, CT, at 9:00 a.m. on November 10, 2015. The Bethel […]
Gov. Malloy, Lt. Gov. Wyman and Officials Open Connecticut State Veterans Memorial
Located inside of Minuteman Park at the intersection of Capitol Avenue and Broad Street in Hartford – directly in front of the William A. O’Neill […]
Connecticut State Veterans Memorial Opening Ceremony, Nov. 9
The Connecticut State Veterans Memorial on Capitol Avenue in Hartford will officially open to the public on Monday, November 9, after more than two years […]
‘Armistice’ Team Red White & Blue Will Hold a Work Out Day ‘WOD for Warriors’ to Honor Veterans, Nov. 14
Get ready for an awesome workout and social event on Bethel’s Municipal Center Green with music, food and beverages! This is a great way to […]
Western CT Police K-9 Challenge Awards: Best Overall K-9 Team To Norwalk Police Department
The fundraising event, held Sat., Oct. 3, 2015, and hosted by the Newtown Kennel Club (NKC) and the Friends of Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard […]
State Sen. McLachlan, State Reps. Carter, Giegler, Harding & Smith Invite You to VETERAN’S WARTIME SERVICE MEDAL CEREMONY, Oct. 20
WHEN: October 20, 2015, 3:30 p.m. WHERE: Danbury High School, 43 Clapboard Ridge Road, Danbury, CT Report by Paula Antolini October 4, 2015 11:07AM EDT […]
UPDATE World News: 19 People Killed, Dozens Injured in ‘Doctors Without Borders’ Hospital Airstrike in Afghanistan
Doctors Without Borders reported that its trauma center “was hit several times during sustained bombing and was very badly damaged.” Report by Paula Antolini October […]
Disney Parks Salutes U.S. Military with Special Ticket, Room Rates for 2016
Today, we’re announcing new special pricing on theme park tickets and accommodations for active duty U.S. military personnel at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland […]
Tomorrow is National Gold Star Mother’s Day, Sept. 27th
National Gold Star Mother’s Day, also known as National Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, is observed annually on the last Sunday in September. This […]
Sen. McLachlan and State Reps. Carter, Giegler, Harding & Smith to Host Veteran’s Wartime Service Medal Ceremony
Senator McLachlan: “We can never do enough to honor the service men and women who have given up so much defending our freedom.” Report by […]
Nominate a Veteran for ‘Walk of Honor Warrior Award;’ The 8th Annual Event Pays Tribute to Veterans, Oct. 18
The eighth annual Walk of Honor, will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 12:00PM to pay tribute to the country’s veterans – both […]
CT’s Largest 9/11 Tribute, the 15th Annual CT United Ride, is This Sunday, Aug. 30
Report by Paula Antolini August 29, 2015 10:18AM EDT CT’s Largest 9/11 Tribute, the 15th Annual CT United Ride, is This Sunday, Aug. 30 Save […]
Bethel Public Library Presents Talk on World War I in Commemoration of 100th Anniversary of the War
Report by Paula Antolini August 12, 2015 11:34AM EDT Bethel Public Library Presents Talk on World War I in Commemoration of 100th Anniversary of the […]
Honor Those Who Serve, National Purple Heart Day, Aug. 7
Considered to be the first official military combat badge of the United States Armed Forces, this is called the “Badge for Military Merit.” The official […]
The Story of the Fourth of July and the Declaration of Independence
The Continental Congress approved the final wording of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Report by Paula Antolini July 1, 2015 2:10PM EDT […]
‘Explosion of Kindness’ Campaign Spreads Awareness of Veterans with PTSD During July 4th Fireworks Celebrations
The “Explosion of Kindness” campaign is to educate everyone on the effects of fireworks on veterans and hopefully others who are afflicted with PTSD. Report […]
Rally the Troops: ‘Veggies for Vets;’ Danbury Farmers’ Market Serves Those Who Served Us, with Gift Certificates
With generous support by a donor advised fund at Fairfield County’s Community Foundation, veterans may come to the Danbury Farmers’ Market any Friday, 11:00am to 5:00pm, through October 30th, show […]
Bethel American Legion Flag Retirement Ceremony was Held on June 14
“The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem of display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, […]
Today is Flag Day, the Birth of Our Star Spangled Banner
Today is Flag Day, a day to not only honor the birth of our Star Spangled Banner but to also honor the birth of the […]
Before NDAA Vote, Murphy Urges Colleagues To Pass Amendment Banning Deployment of American Ground Troops to Iraq and Syria
Yesterday, Murphy, along with Schatz and U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), introduced a set of new, forward-looking foreign policy principles to guide America’s role as […]
PHOTOS: Special Dedication Ceremony of Blue Star Memorial Marker and Garden in Bethel
A beautiful custom garden with specially chosen plantings and a small stone patio with a granite bench, now sits proudly in Bethel honoring those who […]
Just Wish … Thought and Poem … by Jeanne Claire Probst
Today we have another wonderful written piece from Jeanne Claire Probst, in our continuing literary series. Report by Paula Antolini May 25, 2015 10:26PM EDT […]