New York State offers veterans and employers various tax credits, exemptions, and incentives. The Hire-a-Veteran Tax Credit, which is administered through the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, can be worth up to $20,000 for … [Read more...]
Schumer Visits Dunkirk to Call for Improved Coverage for Vietnam Veterans
DUNKIRK - U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer was in Dunkirk Thursday to draw attention to an ongoing crisis involving health-care benefits for Veitnam veterans. Schumer is calling on the Federal Office of Management and Budget and the Department of … [Read more...]
Plumb Rolls Out Plan to Better Serve Veterans Living in Rural Areas
HORNELL - Democratic Congressional Candidate John Plumb of Lakewood has announced his policy priorities for "Keeping Our Promise to Rural Veterans and Their Families." During a campaign stop at the Hornell VFW on Wednesday, Plumb rolled out his … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Gary Chilcott, Director of Veterans Services Chautauqua County
Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Gary Chilcott, Director of Veterans Services in Chautauqua County. Chilcott discusses the services offered by his … [Read more...]
Reed to Hold Town Hall Meeting Thursday in Westfield
WESTFIELD - Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) will be in Chautauqua County Thursday to hold a town hall meeting at Eason Hall in Westfield. The congressman will be on hand 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to meet with local veterans and learn more … [Read more...]
Gillibrand Calls on VA to Reimburse Vets Who Pay Out-of-Pocket for Medical Emergencies
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand says the federal government should reimburse veterans who paid out-of-pocket for civilian care in medical emergencies when they were unable to receive immediate care from the Veterans Affairs … [Read more...]
[VIDEO] Jamestown Native Serves as Associate Producer of Documentary Addressing Veteran Suicides
Project 22 | Trailer | 2014 from Medicinal Missions on Vimeo. PITTSBURGH - Last year, two combat-wounded Veterans set off on a motorcycle journey across America interviewing Veterans, many of whom had contemplated or attempted suicide, researchers … [Read more...]
Young Introduces Bill that Would Favor Veteran Business Owners
ALBANY - Senator Cathy Young is wants to provide more business for disabled veterans who own their own business. Under a bill sponsored by the Olean Republican, businesses owned by disabled veterans would achieve preference for procuring state … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Schumer Calls for Veteran Service Improvements While in Jamestown
New York’s Senior Senator in Washington was in Jamestown yesterday to announce an effort that would help more military veterans get the financial help they need from Uncle Sam. During a visit at the Chautauqua County Veterans Services Office, … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: County Clerk Announces New Program to Benefit Local Veterans
MAYVILLE - Chautauqua County Clerk Sandy Sopak is proud to roll out the new “Return The Favor” program, which provides a photo identification card, free of charge, certifying that the individual is an honorably discharged veteran and has filed their … [Read more...]
