Trail declares Aug. 9 as Lt. Robert Hampton Gray Day

The move follows a request made in April by John Appler, a member of the Vancouver Naval Veterans Association The City of Trail will formally honour one of its most decorated war heroes this summer. During the May 12 Committee of the Whole meeting, Trail …

Spirit of VE Day continues

CHARITABLE residents at a Solihull care home came together for an afternoon of cheer on VE Day. Residents and families at Blythe Rose came together for drinks and a selection of cakes, enjoying an afternoon full of cheer. The home is continuing to collect …

Appleton gears up for annual Memorial Day parade honoring fallen veterans

APPLETON (WLUK) -- Appleton says its ready to honor veterans with its annual Memorial Day parade and "Moment of Remembrance'' Ceremony. The Appleton Memorial Day Parade annually pays tribute to servicemen and women who lost their lives in …

The final part of commemorations for the 80th anniversary of VE Day in Llandrindod Wells featured an Act of Remembrance ...

It went very well and although there was warning of thunder on Sunday afternoon it stayed dry and sunny. The service was conducted by Father Andrew Tweed, RBL Branch Chaplain. The Branch Standard Bearer was Rhodri Evans and the Girl Guides Standard was …

Lilleshall hosts VE Day fundraising event in support of the Royal British Legion

The RBL is the UK’s largest charity dedicated to supporting military personnel, veterans, and their families, offering support with mental health, finances, employment and rehabilitation. The Battle Back Centre was established by the RBL in 2011 to support …

Watch as Haywards Heath Buskerteers choir joins in with special VE Day performance

The Buskerteers Choir of Haywards Heath joined in with a special country-wide singing event to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. This month, some 20 Buskerteers choirs from across England, featuring roughly 1,000 singers, performed ‘The White Cliffs of …

Are grocery stores open Memorial Day 2025? Details for Costco, Aldi, more 

Memorial Day is fast approaching, and if you need to grab some last-minute supplies for a barbecue or pool party, you should have plenty of options. The federal holiday falls on Monday, May 26 this year and most grocery store chains will remain open on the …

Army Shows Up ‘Big’ For Armed Forces Day at WWII Museum

NEW ORLEANS , LOUISIANA, UNITED STATES 05.16.2025 NEW ORLEANS— The U.S. Army represents its past, present and future at the National World War II Museum during the 2025 Armed Forces Day celebration, May 17. Onsite, the WWII Museum hosts a commemoration …

Celebrating Memorial Day in Rushville

Photo Provided Volunteers are needed to help honor the sacrifice of veterans from the Revolutionary War to the present day by placing flags on veterans' graves at East Hill Cemetery. The event, known as "Flags-In," provides an opportunity for …

Memorial Day Event to Honor Our Veterans