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102-year-old WWII veteran fulfills bucket list wish, goes skydiving

I can guarantee you if you ask any of your friends or family for their bucket list, at least one of them will have “go skydiving” on it. It’s one of those things that doesn’t ...

17-year police veteran returns to work after 22-month battle with colon cancer – welcome back!

Returning to work after a long absence, due to any reason, can bring about a number of emotions. For Cpl. Phil Lewis, when he put on his uniform for the first time in 22 months ...

Veteran marine drags himself across marathon finish line on hands and knees to thank fallen comrades

It truly takes courage and extreme physical effort to complete a marathon. I know the amount of training that goes into preparing for one, and I know the mental toll it can take on a ...

World War II veteran marks 105th birthday with trip to the hygienist

A World War II veteran marked a milestone birthday with a trip to the hygienist. Irving Wohl visited a hygienist in training at Carrington College, in Phoenix Arizona, where he was cheered and applauded by ...

‘Fearless’ Veteran Army Nurse who served in Japan in World War II turns 100 – congratulations!

Veteran Army Nurse Regina Benson has proven to be a different kettle of fish to most people. This strong, inspiring woman, who helped to saves lives during World War II, turned 100 years old this year. For the ...

World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday with visit from the mayor

World War II changed the course of history, and to this day we owe our gratitude to the people who fought for freedom all those decades ago. We’re lucky to still have veterans of the ...

85-year-old veteran survives 3-month battle with COVID-19 after meeting late wife in dream

An 85-year-old veteran has upset the odds and beat COVID-19 after being placed in an Intensive Care Unit as he waged a three-month-battle. According to reports, Sid Wakser, of Mayfield Heights, Ohio, took himself to ...

World War II veteran who led one of the biggest air raids, celebrates 100th birthday

A World War II veteran who led one of the biggest air raids of World War II has celebrated his 100th birthday. Community members gathered to mark Staff Sgt. Raymond Duncan’s big birthday in Oklahoma. ...

Army veteran at war with his community’s HOA over American flag display in his backyard

A homeowner’s association (HOA) is an organization in a planned community or condominium complex that has rules for its properties and residents. Typically, there are fees which contribute to the upkeep and maintenance of the ...

Deported veteran finally allowed to return home to Texas – now a U.S. citizen

For twenty years Frank De La Cruz fought to permanently return to El Paso, Texas, the place he’s called home since he was six years old. Finally, on September 9 the U.S. veteran learned he ...