veterans day 2016

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November 10, 2016

Maine employers say hiring veterans is more than a public service – it’s good for the bottom line

Business owners say former military people show more leadership qualities.
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November 10, 2016

PTSD puts veterans back in war even while at home

Three Maine vets talk about what they saw, heard, smelled and felt in Iraq and Afghanistan because it helps them move on.
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November 10, 2016

His nonprofit, One Warrior Won, wields dog power against PTSD

After Richard Brewer of Falmouth learns how much it helps, he connects other veterans with service dogs.
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November 10, 2016

He harnesses strong emotions in fight for veterans’ rights

Steven SanPedro works to protect benefits and connect vets to services – and to their communities.
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November 10, 2016

From an Air Force plane to a Maine lobster boat

Matt Jacobson markets Maine lobster and helps lead the charge against cancer.
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November 10, 2016

He urges opening up as a way to heal deep war wounds

Bryan Noyes of Portland's VFW has learned that sharing his difficulties as well as his successes builds trust with other vets.
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November 10, 2016

Military service helped him find his life’s calling

Former Marine Mark Balfantz was inspired to serve his community by the camaraderie he experienced in the military.
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November 10, 2016

He wanted to be a veterinarian. He ended up a veteran.

The war left Rob Boudewijn wanting to help those with PTSD and to advocate for peace.
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November 10, 2016

Honor Flight founder brings fellow Maine veterans to D.C.

Earl Morse started the program in Ohio, and since moving here has helped expand opportunities for Maine veterans to visit war memorials in Washington.
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November 10, 2016

Farms offer troubled veterans a place to start over

Jerry Ireland of Swanville helps veterans get fresh starts on Maine farms.