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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a rapid series of moves touching nearly every corner of the federal government’s veterans’ services, the Department of Veterans Affairs this past week announced major changes …
VA Unveils Sweeping Shake-Up: Benefits Restored, Backlogs Slashed, and Billions Reallocated Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A new analysis shows that Veterans using a 0% down VA home loan can purchase a home 4.4 years sooner than buyers relying on a traditional 12% …
Veterans Unlock Homeownership Years Faster With Powerful 0% Down VA Loan Advantage Read More
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — This Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, the Washington Memorial Veterans Commission has announced that it will host a heartfelt service and reception at the Washington …
Washington Memorial Veterans Commission to Host Veterans Day Service and Reception Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University is marking Veterans Day with a powerful message that goes beyond simple appreciation. Under the theme “Beyond Gratitude: A Justice and Advocacy Campaign …
WCU Honors Veterans With Justice and Advocacy Campaign Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nearly 37,000 Department of Veterans Affairs employees have been furloughed or forced to work without pay as the federal government shutdown — triggered by a budget impasse …
VA Feels the Pain as Democrats’ Shutdown Halts Key Veteran Services Nationwide Read More
HONEY BROOK, PA — The American Legion Auxiliary Post 422 has partnered with Wimpy & Dee’s Diner to host a Free Monthly Breakfast for Veterans, offering local service members a …
Honey Brook’s American Legion Auxiliary Expands Free Breakfast Program for Local Veterans Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — State Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, will host her fourth annual Veterans Breakfast and Recognition Ceremony on Friday, November 7, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at …
Sappey to Host Annual Veterans Breakfast and Recognition Ceremony in Kennett Square Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs announced it is awarding $84 million in grants to 176 organizations nationwide to help Veterans who are homeless or at risk of …
VA Unveils $84M Plan to Fight Veteran Homelessness With Legal Aid, Case Services Read More
ROYERSFORD, PA — State Sen. Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks) will host her annual Veterans Expo on Saturday, September 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center …
Katie Muth to Host Annual Veterans Expo in Oaks Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Four unclaimed veterans from Chester County will be laid to rest with full military honors later this month at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, in a ceremony …
Who Will Stand for Chester County’s Forgotten Heroes? Read More