Dennis Brown, a board member for Veterans Forward, discussed the organization’s history and impact. Initially part of Veterans Count in New Hampshire, the organization transitioned to Maine under Easter Seals. Brown highlighted a moving story of an Army vet with a serious disability who faced a prolonged VA review, which was resolved by Veterans Forward. Brown pledged to match up to $1,000 in donations to inspire contributions during the radiothon. Matt Gagnon emphasized the importance of the radiothon, encouraging listeners to donate via phone or online to support Veterans Forward’s efforts.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
