Betty Little's posts related to Veterans

Local Iraq veteran helps lead blood drive to benefit New York Army National Guard members

Posted by Betty Little on Monday, September 14th, 2009

Saturday, September 12, 2009

By PAUL POSTThe Saratogian

GLENS FALLS — Sgt. Ken Comstock has already endured more for his country than any person should ever have to.

The Ballston Spa resident sustained major head injuries during a roadside bombing attack while serving in Iraq on Aug. 20, 2004.

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A plea for a gift of blood

Posted by Betty Little on Monday, September 14th, 2009

Soldier reminds others that donations saved his life  

First published: Saturday, September 12, 2009 by Leigh Hornbeck  GLENS FALLS -- A ceremony held in front of the war memorial in Crandall Park Friday morning was three things: a memorial service for the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; a thank you to those that serve as emergency personnel, soldiers and volunteers; and a request from a man whose head was shattered in Iraq but whose life was saved by anonymous blood donors. 

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FORUM FOCUSES ATTENTION ON NEEDS OF VETERANS ATTENDING COLLEGE

Posted by Betty Little on Monday, September 28th, 2009

Senator Betty Little along with the New York State Division of Veterans’ Affairs sponsored a roundtable discussion at Adirondack Community College on Friday, September 25 that focused attention on the needs of veterans attending college.

More than two dozen college officials and veterans’ advocates from throughout the North Country and Vermont attended, discussing ideas to make area college campuses more veteran-friendly.

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Harry Cronin Inducted into New York State Senate Hall of Fame Veteran

Senator Betty Little recognizes Navy veteran Harry Cronin.

     Senator Betty Little is pictured with World War II and Korean War veteran Harry Cronin.  Mr. Cronin was inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Albany on June 14, 2011.  A Navy veteran, Mr. Cronin was commended for his military service and his continuing advocacy on behalf of veterans.  Mr. Cronin served as Deputy of the New York State American Legion Legislative Conference.  For the past 13 years, he has been a member of the Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard, ensuring that every veteran interred at the cemetery receives a proper military burial service.

 

Paul Smith's College is veteran friendly

Senator Little talks with veterans attending Paul Smith's College about programs and services important to them at the college.

Senator Betty Little visited Paul Smith's College in the Adirondacks on Wednesday, April 3 to meet with veterans attending the school about programs and services important to their academic success.

Several years ago, Senator Little cohosted a forum with the New York State Division of Veterans' Affairs on creating "Veteran Friendly Campuses" to help returning G.I.s successfully make the transition from military service to college campus life.