OP/ED: Thanking Wilmington for Veterans Day Turnout

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Dear Editor, I would like to thank The Chairman of the Board of Selectmen Michael Newhouse for running the Veterans Day Ceremonies this past Sunday. It was a wonderful tribute to the brave men and women that have served our country in the Military. It was a beautiful day and as usual the Town of Wilmington turned out to show their respect. The Wilmington High School Band, Police and Fire Honor Guards were there as well as the 344th MP Co's Honor Guard did a great job. The 344th MP Co. is scheduled to deploy to Afghanistan in April of next year. Thank you to all involved in making Veterans' Day such a nice tribute to Wilmington's' Veterans. I am extremely proud to be the Veterans' Service Officer of such a proud and passionate town when it …

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Life in the Mom Lane

The Importance of Saying 'Thank You' to Veterans

It's the job of parents to teach their children to thank members of the armed forces for their service.

As moms we all know how much we have to be thankful for. Our children’s health, a safe community to live in, a school system where students can learn and grow all top most moms’ lists.  What we don’t always think about, however, is why all of these things are possible.  As moms we work hard to drill the words “Thank You” into our children’s’ heads but, alas, we often forget to use it ourselves. We don’t always think about how lucky we are to have our freedom and to live in a nation where we can raise our children with confidence that they, too, will always be free. Simply put, we don’t always take the time to look around us and acknowledge the men and women who have fought and continue to fight for our freedom. One of the most important …

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VIDEO: Wilmington Honors Veterans Day on Town Common

A variety of speakers gave their thanks to members of the armed forces, past and present.

A variety of speakers stepped to the microphone on Sunday morning to honor members of the armed services on Veterans Day. Among the speakers were Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr, State Representative Jim Miceli, Town Manager Jeff Hull and Board of Selectmen chairman Mike Newhouse, who emceed the event.

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Wilmington Veterans Day Ceremony Set for Sunday

The town will hold its annual ceremony at 11 a.m. on Sunday with help from local members of the armed forces.

Residents are encouraged to thank members of the armed forces for their service on a daily basis. On Sunday, Wilmington will have the perfect opportunity to do just that. The town holds its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Town Common Sunday at 11 a.m., including a variety of speakers and several groups of the military represented. “The crowd we get is the best part,” said Veteran’s Agent Lou Cimaglia. “Over the past seven or eight years, the crowds have grown bigger every time. It means a lot to see a Town Common full of people who took the time out of their day to thank the veterans. That means a lot to me.” While Cimaglia is normally the emcee for the event, this year he won’t be able to attend. Cimaglia will be representing Local Heroes…

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King Triton Continues Veterans Day Tradition

The Wilmington business will offer free car washes for veterans on Sunday.

Wilmington's King Triton Car Care Center is continuing its annual tradition on Sunday. In honor of Veterans Day, the Main Street business will offer free car washes for veterans on Sunday for a ninth consecutive year. “I don’t know of many other places that give something away for absolutely free on any day,” said general manager Anthony Freniere leading up to last year's event. “We live in a different world now and we feel like members of the military don’t get a fair share of the thanks that they used to.” Veterans can come to the car wash on Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to receive their free service. Wilmington's annual Veterans Day ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. on Sunday on Town Common. Check back with Wilmington Patch for …

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Local Heroes Celebrates Another Milestone Day

On Wednesday night, the Wilmington non-profit packed its 16,000th box to send to troops overseas.

Veterans Day is still a few days away. But on Wednesday, one group of Wilmington residents found a way to thank troops for their service, just as they do every week at the same time. Local Heroes, which celebrated its eighth anniversary on November 3, packed its 16,000th package on Wednesday night during their weekly trip to Knights of Columbus to pack boxes for troops serving overseas. For Local Heroes founder Lou Cimaglia, there is just one word to describe the milestone. “Humbling,” said Cimaglia. “It’s been an amazing show of support. It’s been an amazing show of support. For the residents of Wilmington and us to do what we do every week for eight years, and to hit 16,000 all in one week, it’s a great experience.” One of the most …

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Matt Schooley

2:44 pm on Friday, November 9, 2012

Great question, Lisa! You can e-mail Local Heroes at Info@mass-localheroes.org or call them at (978) 658-3000 and I'm sure they'd be able to tell you the best way to help.   more ›

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Wilmington Honors Veterans With Morning Ceremony

Check back Monday for complete coverage.

Wilmington honored current and past members of the United States Armed Forces on Friday morning with a ceremony on Town Common that featured appearances from Rep. James Miceli and Senator Bruce Tarr. For complete photo and video coverage of the event, check back first thing Monday morning on Wilmington Patch.

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