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November 2016

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LVMAC Tidbit — United Veterans of Lehigh County Closes Up Shop (Food for Thought II)

On the heels of the previous Tidbit, comes this sad news: “Veterans Day flag-raising ceremonies are always poignant and grow more so by the year, because the crowds that attend them have grown smaller and smaller and the unifying feeling evoked by the flag has likewise been shrinking.” (Dan Sheehan, Read more…

By LVMAC, 8 years ago
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LVMAC Tidbit — Northampton County Launches Veterans ID Discount Card Program

Northampton County rolls out Veterans ID Discount program – The Morning Call Northampton County officials are rolling out a veterans’ discount program meant to recognize their sacrifices and also promote local businesses. Source: Northampton County rolls out Veterans ID Discount program – The Morning Call Editor’s Comment:  To get the Read more…

By LVMAC, 8 years ago
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LVMAC Tidbit — A Local Veterans Day Event Provides Food for Thought

Veterans honor today but worry about tomorrow – WFMZ For the past year the Joint Veterans Council of Forks of the Delaware has been looking for people to join the ranks. Source: Veterans honor today but worry about tomorrow – WFMZ ### As of 12 November 2016  

By LVMAC, 8 years ago
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LVMAC Tidbit — What We’ve Learned from Hiring 10,000 Veterans at Hilton

From time to time, an article on honoring our veterans appears during the Veterans Day period which is noteworthy by its difference.  When one wishes to honor our veterans, demonstrating the capacity for caring through deeds far exceeds those expressed in words and ceremony.  The quieter way has more meaning.  Read more…

By LVMAC, 8 years ago
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LVMAC Tidbit — VA and Social Security Partner to Speed Up Disability Decisions for Veterans

Something smart and good for our veterans has just occurred.   The VA and Social Security are more tightly integrating their exchange of information.  In this case, it is over healthcare records needed for Social Security Disability Insurance ratings and decisions.  Yes, one may be eligible for both the VA and Read more…

By LVMAC, 8 years ago
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LVMAC Tidbit — For You Veterans Day Foodies

We know you are going to ask, for finding food freebies around Veterans Day has become a way of life for some.  In anticipation of that fact, the website below ought to more than satisfy your craving.  Scroll down to the restaurants section before sneaking out of the house (You’ll Read more…

By LVMAC, 9 years ago

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