Tag: Veterans
North Attleborough recognized as Purple Heart town
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From Big Red Country to the Jewelry Capital of the World, North Attleborough has received many monikers throughout its history.
Now, it’s joined several other...
War on Terror monument installed at Barrows Park
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After months of planning and fundraising, the town has a new memorial that honors those who served in The War On Terror.
The North Attleborough...
North Attleborough cheers and reflects at Memorial Day parade
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The Memorial Day parade and memorial service on May 27 was a somber, yet joyous occasion, as veterans, families and children gathered on Washington...
Planned memorial receives help from Tullie Family Foundation
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The North Attleborough War on Terror Monument, a proposed memorial to those who served in the Iraq War on Terror, has received a major...
North Attleborough veterans honored for courage and service
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As Lt. Colonel Scott Langlands exited the Community School auditorium with his children, he said the experience of sharing Veterans Day with friends and...
Veterans raise money for new monument
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In 2010, North Attleborough resident Gregory Mayer was deployed to Iraq during The War On Terror.
Now, more than 10 years later, he and his...
Town honors those who served at Memorial Day parade
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Veterans, elected officials, residents, families, and friends gathered to recognize those who gave their all in service to this country.
This was the first Memorial...
Longtime North resident appointed to Veterans Agent position
By Max Bowen
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Described as a “problem solver” who can figure out solutions, Stephen Travers was confirmed to be the town’s next Veterans Agent.
Travers, a...
VFW Post Commander brings back Poppy Sale fundraiser
By Max Bowen-max.bowen@northstarreporter.com
Last year saw much lost to the COVID-19 pandemic, and this was very true for the town's veterans.
Due to the risk...