Sunday, November 11, 2012
Patch readers give their thanks to past and present military men and women.
As someone who has always had a warm bed, family and friends by my side, and just a general sense of happiness and safety, I literally can't understand what it takes to be a member of the military. The simple comforts I've enjoyed and continue to enjoy are due to the opportunities this lovely country presents. And, of course, the service men and women work hard to ensure it stays that way. While it's evident that there's a long road ahead, I'm comforted knowing I'm not the only one who wants the best for every other American—and I'll go so far as to say, the best for everyone on Earth, even if we disagree on what "the best" is. Thank you to all those who have served, continue to serve and will serve the United States of America in one of …
Saturday, November 10, 2012
Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals year-round ,as well as on Veterans Day.
Friday, November 9, 2012
Thousands of care packages to be shipped overseas for the holiday season.
Best Buy employees at the Richfield company headquarters are working hard to assemble thousands of care packages Friday. More than 3,500 packages will be sent to those serving in Afghanistan and Iraq over the holidays. The event is part of the company's Operation Patriotic Endeavor, which was created in 2011 by members of Best Buy’s Military Employee Business Network as another way for employees to give back to the troops. According to a Best Buy press release, the packages are stuffed with technology accessories, such as flash drives, DVD’s, Xbox games, personalized thank-you notes and pictures and letters from children. Once assembled, the pallets of gift bags will be loaded onto a Best Buy truck, which will be driven across the country …
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals year-round ,as well as on Veterans Day.
A number of local businesses are saluting veterans, military service men and women, and their families this Veterans Day by offering local discounts, specials and promotions. Here's a guide to specials in Woburn and the area. Two important notes: Free food: Store discounts: Free activities:
