Veterans see historic expansion of benefits for toxic exposure as new law nears anniversary

Under the law, certain cancers and ailments are presumed to be connected to the burn pits that were used to dispose of trash and potentially toxic materials.

Normandy marks D-Day’s 79th anniversary, honors World War II veterans

World War II veterans, officials and visitors are commemorating D-Day on the beaches of Normandy to honor those who fought for freedom in the largest naval, air and land operation in history

Families sue over COVID deaths at Massachusetts veterans home

A similar lawsuit was filed at another state-run veterans home where 84 people died.

New program in Augusta allows students to earn wages while they train to become nursing assistants

Officials hope the initiative, a collaboration between the Maine Veterans' Home and Augusta Adult and Community Education, will help address the state's shortage of health care workers.

Chelsea woman admits to stealing, forging checks from veterans, Augusta business

Tracy C. Dorweiler pleaded guilty to felony counts of forgery and theft in cases dating to 2019-20.

Wreaths placed at Jay War Memorial due to storm

An alternative site was selected to display wreaths from the Wreaths Across America program because of deep snow in Holy Cross Cemetery in Livermore Falls.

Jay VFW auxiliary supports Wreaths Across America

COVID-19 outbreak at Massachusetts veterans home results in $58 million settlement

The class-action lawsuit came after 84 residents died and roughly the same number were sickened.

Biden signs bill to aid veterans exposed to toxins from burn pits

The bill signing will mark a significant achievement for Biden, who has long spoken of the country's obligation to care for its veterans after they return home.

Senate approves bill to aid veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, ending stalemate

The process derailed when Republicans made a late attempt to change another aspect of the bill last week and blocked it from advancing.