Military HQ

On his 100th birthday, (July 10, 1921), Walter Radcliffe of Manahawkin, who served with the U.S. Navy in World War II, looks back on his service and his many blessings in life as his fellow members of the Barnegat VFW celebrate his big day.

Midshipman Michael Myles James, 22, of Plainfield, was found dead while on leave from U.S. Naval Academy.

Thank you to Tony from Bayonne for having the courage to speak up!

Most of those being laid to rest are from the Jersey Shore and of the 23, 9 served in World War I, 12 served in World War II, 1 in the Vietnam War and 1 in the Korean War.

Every dog has its day and they could soon be able to have one such day with some of our military heroes living in State run Veterans homes and facilities, thanks to legislation being sponsored by New Jersey State Senator Anthony Bucco.

In response to the devastation caused by COVID-19 at veterans' homes, a package of eight bills is advancing toward final legislative approval this month.

A Marine from South Jersey has reportedly died during training in South Carolina.

Some towns and beaches have fees to get onto the sand, but a new bill that just received approval in the state senate would allow towns to waive fees for military veterans.

It is the unofficial start to summer here on Memorial Day weekend but let's not forget why we even have this weekend.

New Jersey is the 32nd best state for military retirees, according to WalletHub ranking poorly in the economic development, health care and quality of life categories.