Joe Armstrong, president of Vietnam Veterans of America Post 1044, discussed an upcoming ceremony in Biddeford on March 29 to honor Vietnam veterans, moved indoors due to weather. Armstrong, a Vietnam War veteran, shared his experiences, including serving at 17 and the lack of a hero’s welcome upon return. He highlighted the growth of their chapter from 25 to 183 members and their efforts to support veterans through meetings and a free coffee program. Armstrong emphasized the ongoing need for recognition and support for Vietnam veterans, noting the significant impact of the war on Mainers, with over 48,000 serving and 343 names on the Vietnam Veteran Memorial.
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's ban of three news outlets from the White House, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored. Reporters from all three outlets, however, said they remained blocked a few hours after the ruling.
It's harvest time in California wine country, but many growers are struggling to sell their grapes as changing drinking habits have caused demand to plunge. The decline is forcing some growers to tear out vineyards that their families have grown for generations.
In-person voting for this year's midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.
Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.
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