Author: Dean Fraioli

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Newport Elks honor POW MIA Remembrance Day with Ceremony and Flag Raising

Elks Lodge 104 Newport held a solemn and heartfelt POW/MIA Table Rededication Ceremony, honoring the sacrifices of prisoners of war and those missing in action. The event, with strong participation by VFW Post 406 and attended by veterans, community members, and Elks leadership and members, served as a powerful reminder of those who have not…
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Newport VFW Post 406 leads Victory Day Observance

Newport VFW Post 406 ensured the service and sacrifice of WWII Veterans is not forgotten by leading a ceremony at Newport City Hall. There were remarks by Post Commander Anselm Richards, invocation by Post Chaplain Sharon McGuinness, and guest speaker Dr. David Kohnen from the Navy War College. The Artillery Company of Newport fired a ceremonial…
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Victory Day Observance at Newport City Hall

Please join VFW Post 406 and other local veteran’s organizations as we observe Victory Day at Newport City Hall on Monday August 11 at 11:00 am.
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VFW Post 406 leads effort to install flagpole in honor of local veteran Private Michael G. Murphy

The Newport City Council addressed a resolution sponsored by Councilor David Carlin to install a flagpole at Murphy Field in honor of Private Michael G. Murphy, a local veteran who lost his life during World War I. This initiative, led by VFW Post 406, aims to properly recognize Murphy’s contributions and ensure that his legacy…
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Thank You to Our Generous Business Supporters

At Newport VFW Post 406, our mission to serve veterans, their families, and our local community is only made possible through the support of compassionate individuals and businesses who share our values of service, unity, and generosity. We are proud to share the incredible success of our May 14 fundraising event at the Brick Alley…
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Post BBQ on July 10 to be rescheduled due to weather

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Veterans Night at Newport Gulls a Success

VFW Post 406 teamed up with the Newport Elks Lodge 104 as the lead organizations for the Newport Gulls Veterans night at Cardines Field. The pre-game ceremony started with an on-field parade of Elks and VFW Post 406 members, who provided the Honor Guard with the American Flag carried by Murray Norcross. The first pitch…
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Post 406 Supports Veterans Night at Newport Gulls on June 30th

Newport VFW Post 406 teams up with Newport Elks Lodge 104 to support Veterans Night at the Newport Gulls game at historic Cardines Field. The game is at 6:35 on Monday, June 30th. Those veterans wishing to volunteer to assist stadium operations and march in the opening ceremonies parade should arrive early, and contact Walt…
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Reminder Post Meetings Changed to 2nd Thursday of each Month

Reminder that our meeting day has changed – Newport VFW Post 406 meets on the second Thursday of each month at 1700 at the Newport Elks Lodge 104. The address is 141 Pelham Street, Newport.
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Newport VFW Post 406 presents Rogers JROTC Award

Today at the JROTC Awards Ceremony at Rogers High School in Newport, Cadet LTC Ramos was honored with the prestigious Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Citation and Medal Award. The award was presented by esteemed members of VFW Post 406, Army CSM (Retired) Kaiser and Army CPT (Retired) McGinnis, recognizing Cadet Ramos’s outstanding achievements and…
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Newport Memorial Day Ceremony at City Hall

VFW Post 406 & American Legion Post 7 led a Memorial Day Ceremony at Newport City Hall to honor and reflect on the sacrifices of local Newport men and women who have served our Nation. Newport has served a role in all of our Nation’s wars, from the American Revolution through the Global War on…
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Strewing of Flowers Memorial Day Ceremony 2025

The following is the write up by Colleen McGrath of Newport Buzz highlighting the Strewing of Flowers ceremony on Memorial Day 2025: The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 406 in Newport invited the public to remember and honor service members from all branches of the U.S. military who were lost at sea during both peace…
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Memorial Day Poppy Drive at Audrain Cars and Coffee

Newport VFW Post 406 teamed up with the Audrain Auto Museum at their Cars and Coffee to distribute Buddy Poppies on Memorial Day weekend. This collaboration between the two Newport organizations made remembering veterans and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for this nation front and center to the many car enthusiasts at the Audrain…
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Reminder of Memorial Day 2025 Events

Please support VFW Post 406 Newport in our busiest and most impactful month of the year by attending any of the many Memorial Day weekend events:
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Brick Alley Fundraiser a Tremendous Success

The 14 May Veterans Serving Veterans at the Brick Alley Pub was a great success. The result of this inaugural fundraising event for the post will allow Post 406 to further serve Veterans, in addition to strengthening the bonds within our team. We have built relationships within the Newport community and fostered camaraderie within our…
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Full State of Memorial Day Events Coming Up

Newport VFW Post 406 honors the memory of our deceased veterans and invites the public to our upcoming events.
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The Strewing of Flowers to be held May 26, 2025

On Memorial Day, Monday May 26, 2025, the Strewing of Flowers ceremony will be held at Storer Park in Newport RI from 10:30 am to 11:00 am. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 406 Newport invites the public to a special Memorial Day ceremony to remember and honor Service Members from all branches of the…
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Post 406 Merchandise Catalog Online

The catalog of all Post 406 merchandise is attached. Show your support for our Post by wearing these items at our many upcoming events. All merchandise may be paid for via our new Venmo account @Post406Newport and will be fulfilled by the Post QM Team. You may also buy tickets for our Veterans Helping Veterans…
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VFW Post 406 plans many events for Memorial Day observations in May

14 May – Post Fundraiser – VFW Post 406 will host the “Veterans Helping Veterans Fundraiser” on Wednesday, May 14th, from 6:00 PM- 9:00 PM at Brick Alley Pub, . Admission to the event is $20.00, and includes Hors d’oeuvres and a Cash Bar. During the event, we will conduct a silent auction of goods donated…
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Veterans Helping Veterans Fundraiser – May 14th at Brick Alley Pub

VFW Post 406 will host the “Veterans Helping Veterans Fundraiser” on Wednesday, May 14th, from 6:00 PM- 9:00 PM at Brick Alley Pub. Admission to the event is $20.00, and includes Hors d’oeuvres and a Cash Bar. During the event, we will conduct a silent auction of goods donated by local businesses, and possibly some additional…