Category: Devil Dog USA News
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Two Thousand Veterans Deploying to Standing Rock
As everyone recovers from yesterday’s feast and bask in the warm glow of family love (or bask in anger if politics were discussed), everyone should take a moment to remember the historical background of Thanksgiving. The history is not pretty but it is more important than ever especially with the timing of violence being used…
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Garifuna Veterans of America: The Pride of the Garifuna Community
Executive Officer Edson Arzu looks over the growing crowd of supporters for this years 4th Annual Garifuna Veterans of America Core Values Award Ceremony hosted by Monroe College. This year’s event honored five Garifuna throughout the country along with a mix of Caribbean and Spanish entrees. There was an array of entertainment to include dancing,…
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Today is the Beginning for International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Today marks the beginning of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The campaign begins on November 25th and ends on December 10th, Human Rights Day. “The statistics almost defy belief. What is even harder to understand is why: why men prey on women and girls; why societies shame the victims, why governments…
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It’s Ok Veteran’s, Chili’s Is Not In The Bronx
The day after Veterans Day, Air Force Veteran Tomas Molina received terrible news that his pension from the Postal Service would be delayed. Due to being on a fixed income, the delay in his pension forces him to request assistance. While taking a stroll in his neighborhood to clear his head, he happened to notice a…
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Fire Fighters and Police Officers Working Together
Fire Fighters from the 38th closed off 187th and Cambreleng; it seems the firefighters were called in to check for either a fire or trapped person. Witnesses say someone was trapped and possible fire was started. Firefighters took action checking the building from top to bottom but there seemed to be no fire and left…
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Social Service Organization is the Backbone of the Community
In a small office, five desks sit comfortably as a steady stream of people trickle in and out. Sitting at one desk is Rrustem Celaj, Community Counselor, who is speaking in Albanian on the phone. To the right of him is Director Joseph Marano, also speaking on the phone but in Italian. Mr. Celaj apologizes…
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Sergeant Gonzalo Duran of Devil Dog USA, Inc. Featured in Norwood News
Devil Dog USA, Inc. would like to thank Norwood News and Editor-in-Chief David Cruz for taking the time to talk to Sergeant Gonzalo Duran. The article highlights the beginning of Devil Dog USA, it’s mission, and what is currently being done to help Bronx Veterans. Check out the article here and keep up to date…
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Honoring Veterans Through Awards and a Job Fair
Yesterday the Bronx Chamber of Commerce held their annual Veterans Recognition Brunch in which they honored Bronx veterans who, not only served their country but serve their communities. “The Bronx Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 9th annual Veterans celebration to show our gratitude to the brave men and women of the Bronx who have…
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Connecting Borders at the American Veterans Ball
Military members in dress blues and ladies wearing ball gowns networked over piano music, the 1st Annual American Veterans Ball (AVB) in New York took place this past Saturday at the Greentree Country Club. This was not a common military ball, however, because it’s mission is different. The American Veterans Ball was created in 2014…
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Exploring a New World with Bronx Scuba
The smell of chlorine and humid warmth hit as soon as the doors to the Bronx YMCA opened. There were other classes and lap swimmers inside the pool but one lane had a group struggling to get into neoprene wet suits, hoods, and gloves. A cheerful man, who everyone addresses as Captain Mike, walks in…