Help Troops Stationed Overseas Contact Their Families This Holiday Season
State Senator Joe Griffo is urging Central New Yorkers to help make the holidays a little bit brighter for our troops.
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Tearful NBA Tribute for Fallen Oneida Marine Just When the Family Needed it Most
NBA players honored soldiers killed in action in a moving tribute, including a fallen Oneida, New York Marine. And the moment came at a time when the family needed it most.
How to Send Cards and Care Packages to the Troops for Christmas
Tens of thousands of troops will not be able to spend Christmas with their families. Make sure no one is forgotten by sending cards and care packages.
Stranger Shows Woman in Uniform Appreciation with a Lovin’ Moment
It's always nice to hear when strangers do small favors for our men in women in uniform. You often hear stories about them buying breakfast for them, or other minor things to brighten their day. One stranger, however, gave up something a little more valuable for this woman in uniform.
Central New York Woman Thanks Military For Service By Buying Them Lunch
A local woman wanted to thank the soldiers in the United States Army for their service so she decided to to treat them to lunch at Moe's.
‘Cell Phones for Soldiers’ Gives Troops Free Calls Home
One of the most important things for a soldier deployed overseas is constant contact and communication with their family and loved ones. It may be the only relief they have from the stress and trauma of being in combat or in difficult situations. That is why Senator Joe Griffo and AT&T are teaming up with "Cell Phones for Soldiers."
Staff Sgt. Marlana Watson Will Receive The New York State Medal Of Valor
A member of the Army National Guard is being awarded New York state's highest military award for heroism. Staff Sgt. Marlana won the award for coming to the aid of two teenagers who were shot on a Syracuse street last fall.
They Wish They Had Known
On the website Reddit a question was asked on the board called "Ask Reddit." The question was directed towards soldiers, veterans, and anyone who has served our military. The question was "what is something you wish you had known before joining the military?". Here's some of the top answers.
Returning Soldier Surprises Daughters By Dressing as Santa During School Show
It's always nice to see family during the holidays, especially when you're not expecting it.
More Charges After Jenna Hinman’s Family Speaks
Jenna Hinman's parents are speaking out, after Jenna' widower Brandon Hinman was arrested on felony check fraud and grand larceny charges.
Ft Drum Sgt Who Lost His Wife Jenna Hinman Arrested on Check Fraud
The story that broke America's heart has taken a turn. Brandon Himan, the Ft Drum Sgt who lost his wife, Jenna Hinman in May, after a two month battle with a rare pregnancy related cancer, has been arrested for check fraud.
Oneida Family Creates ‘The Lasher Project’ To Keep Fallen Marine’s Memory Alive
LCpl Jeremy Lasher may be gone, but he's not forgotten. The Oneida Marine was killed by an IED in Afghanistan in 2009, but his family is keeping his memory alive with the 'For Our Heroes: The LCPL Lasher Project.'