Tag: honor

Non-profit gifts mortgage-free home to member of the Kentucky National Guard

Good News Notes: “Thanks to a local non-profit, a veteran who proudly served our country now has a new place to call home. Volunteers with “The Barracks Project” started their efforts in 2019. Over two years, they worked together to completely renovate a home in Silver Grove by replacing the roof, reconstructing walls and installing…

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Press release: D-backs to donate $550,000 to community for emergency relief efforts

Good News Notes: “The Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation announced the donation of $550,000 to Arizona-based non-profit organizations that will immediately assist in helping those most vulnerable during the current national emergency. ‘Over the past 10 days, we have watched the heroic efforts of so many Arizonans who are helping those in need – from medical professionals…

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Jewish actor Seth Rogen honored for contribution to Jewish society

Good News Notes: “Jewish-American comedian, actor and writer Seth Rogen and his father Mark, were honored for their contribution to Jewish society during an event organized by the Jewish social-justice organization on Monday.” “According to The New York Post, the two were presented the the Generation to Generation Activism Award by the Workers Circle (an…

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Veterans Get The ‘Royal Treatment’ On Thanksgiving

 Good News Notes: “With a fire engine escort, veterans from the VA hospital near Wilkes-Barre arrived at American Legion Post 463 in Plymouth to celebrate Thanksgiving.” “Veterans were greeted with honors and given more than just a turkey dinner.” “Veterans and their families tell Newswatch 16 it’s a joy to spend the Thanksgiving holiday outside…

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