POESTENKILL -- Soldiers and family members of the 42nd Infantry Division enjoyed a sunny afternoon dancing to DJ Cool Cat at the Poestenkill Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 7466 in Poestenkill on Sept. 7. The day was filled with things for the entire family, to include horseshoes, volleyball, a water slide and a bouncy house. There were also drawings held to give away bicycles, childrens toys and other donated items. The 42nd's Family Readiness Group coordinated the event that was held last year at the same location.
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Batavia Daily News -- Tue, 26 Aug 2025 Bethany resident in National Guard promoted to staff sergeant Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the state of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability... (more)
Times Union -- Mon, 25 Aug 2025 Duty Calls: New York Air National Guard officer honored for 42 years of duty New York Air National Guard Lt. Col. Charles Longlois, of Mayfield in Fulton County, received a Meritorious Service Medal and a New York State Conspicuous Service Medal earlier this month,... (more)
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