Seneca veteran honors his ancestors through 'survival art'
Native Americans have served in our nation’s armed forces in greater numbers per capita than any other ethnic group. But over the 200 years since the founding of this country, while Native Americans...
View ArticleAnnual Pearl Harbor ceremony brings mix of solemn remembrance, celebration of...
The "Date Which Will Live in Infamy" was remembered, as it always is on December 7, at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park. This year's edition of the Pearl Harbor Remembrance ceremony...
View ArticlePopular TV cooking host Lidia to feature WNY couple in "Homegrown Heroes" PBS...
A couple from East Aurora, both of whom served in the U.S Marines, will be featured on a special program hosted by popular cooking show host Lidia Bastianich. Mark and Denise Beyers will be among those...
View ArticleWhat you need to know about getting into the USS Little Rock commissioning
9,000 tickets have been distributed for the new USS Little Rock’s commissioning ceremony on Saturday. That will mean long lines, wait times, and tight security in cold temperatures. Here’s what you...
View ArticleWelcome to the fleet! New USS Little Rock commissioned into service
The USS Little Rock LCS 9 is now in service to the United States. After months of anticipation, the Navy's newest warship was formally commissioned Saturday at Buffalo's Canalside.
View ArticleMarra named new CEO of Veterans One-Stop Center
The former head of the Buffalo-area chapter of the American Red Cross has been named the new chief executive officer of the Veterans One-Stop Center of Western New York. Chuck Marra will assume his new...
View ArticleDepression among veterans can escalate during holiday season
For many, the holiday season brings depression and, in more severe cases, thoughts of suicide. This includes many veterans who, upon returning home from overseas tours, may be struggling to process...
View ArticleNiagara County introduces satellite service dates for area veterans
The Niagara County Clerk's Office has begun providing assistance to veterans by offering satellite office hours in Niagara Falls and North Tonawanda, once per month in each location. The idea is to...
View ArticleWar veteran impressed with students' patriotism
A local World War II veteran is overwhelmed by Grand Island students who honored his military service. WBFO's senior reporter Eileen Buckley says a letter writing project brought the two very different...
View Article1st female Army general, Buffalo native dies at 97
The New York Times is reporting the death of America's first female Army general. A native of Buffalo, Anna Mae Hays died of a heart attack at the age of 97 in Washington.
View ArticleArt classes helping veterans readjust to civilian life
For many military personnel, readjusting to civilian life can be a battle. Transitioning from active service or returning from deployment can bring on feelings and emotions that are difficult to...
View ArticleState grant brings African-American veterans memorial closer to construction
Construction of a new monument paying tribute to African-American veterans is expected to begin this spring, boosted by the recent awarding of a $600,000 state grant.
View ArticleThe new USS Little Rock arrives in Buffalo
The long-anticipated arrival of the new USS Little Rock finally came Monday morning, as the littoral combat ship arrived in the Buffalo River. The ship was greeted by hundreds of civilians and saluted...
View ArticleBuffalo gets its first up-close look at Navy's newest ship
The Caledonia bagpipers were on the Central Wharf Monday for the official reception to the harbor for LCS-9, with the name "Little Rock" just barely visible on the stern. The U.S. Navy's newest ship is...
View ArticleA visit aboard the new Little Rock as commissioning day nears
The future USS Little Rock LCS-9 has been a special guest of honor along Buffalo's waterfront since arriving Dec. 4. The highly-anticipated and historic commissioning ceremony will be held on Saturday...
View ArticleUSS Little Rock to leave Buffalo with remembrance of namesake
The newly commissioned U.S.S. Little Rock LCS-9 will be carrying out its duties with a bit of history from its namesake.
View ArticleConstruction to begin on new national veterans cemetery
The long-awaited national veterans cemetery planned for Genesee County has taken another step closer to reality.
View ArticleVeterans’ services in Erie County expanding under new SALUTES program
Erie County Clerk Michael Kearns is expanding local services and recognition for veterans of the United States military.
View ArticleWith new National Cemetery coming to WNY, families encouraged to check...
By this fall, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs hopes to begin construction on the new Western New York National Veterans Cemetery in the Town of Pembroke. Officials with the U.S. Department of...
View ArticleMedical Campus sponsors business networking event
Many small businesses owned by minorities, women and veterans have limited opportunities to network with larger corporations. This barrier can prevent owners from taking their enterprises to the next...
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