Just before Veterans Day, Air Force Airman Brendan Parow returned home from Germany and surprised his sister McKenzie at Herkimer BOCES. The emotional reunion brought smiles, tears, and one unforgettable hug.
A Johnson City Korean War veteran has passed away, and our community is invited to attend his funeral on Friday as none of his family members have been located.
Most monuments to individual military figures proudly display the name of the honoree, but this New York monument refuse to acknowledge the man it was erected for. You can see it, less than 2 hours from Utica.
The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice that Americans have worn since World War I to honor those who served and died for our Country in all wars.