Soaring High: Explore Upstate NY’s Wings of Eagles Discovery Ctr.
Experience the thrill of flight and learn about aviation history at the Wings of Eagles Discovery Center in Horseheads, New York.
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Upstate New York: The Birthplace of Uncle Sam!
Discover the history of Uncle Sam in Upstate New York’s city of Troy, where this iconic symbol of America was born.
Help To Honor Veterans With Twin Tiers Honor Flight Ride
Calling all patriots! Help Honor Twin Tiers area veterans and show gratitude for their service through a special Honor Flight ride.
Mental Health of New York’s Veterans Is a Huge Concern
The suicide rate among New York veterans has dipped slightly in recent years but the current suicide rates among NYS veterans are still worse than 15 years ago.
An Upstate New York Man Designed the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington
Did you know that it was a man from Upstate New York who designed the iconic Tomb of the Unknown Soldier monument in Arlington National Cemetery?
Veterans Day Discounts For Veterans And Active-Duty Military
In 1954, the Armistice Day name was changed to Veterans Day to include veterans of all wars.
Southern Tier Salutes High School Students Entering the Military
The community is invited to a special event on Wednesday, June 15 which will salute local high school students who are enlisting following graduation.
You Can Ride In A WWII-era Plane Down The Road From Binghamton
I love to check out vintage aircraft as well, more specifically aircraft from wartime.
Why Saying ’Happy Memorial Day” Might Actually Be Insensitive
Saying "Happy Memorial Day" may be insensitive and it's not a cancel culture thing - it's a respect thing. Here's why you might want to think twice before saying it.
Why New York Liquor Stores Pulling Russian Vodka Doesn’t Make Much Sense
Both New York liquor stores and New Yorkers are pulling Russian vodka from their shelves and cabinets and dumping them but it actually doesn't make sense.