Tag: Newport

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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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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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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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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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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…
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Newport Artillery Company Celebrates 284th Birthday

The Artillery Company of Newport marked it’s 284th birthday with a celebration at its Clarke Street armory on March 29, 2025. VFW Post 406’s own William Farrell is the unit’s commander. Other members are Dr. Murray Norcross and BG Peter Zwack who were part of the celebration. Congressman Gabe Amo was the guest speaker and…
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VFW Lecture Series Returns with Irish History in Newport at AOH

The VFW Post 406 lecture series returned with a full house of over 80 people attending the Irish History in Newport Lecture by Dr. John Quinn, History Department Chair at Salve Regina University. Stay tuned for news about future lectures. Thanks to our hosts at the Hibernian Hall for their gracious support.
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VFW Post 406 to Support MLK Community Center Veterans Event on March 27

MLK Community Programs invites current and retired servicepeople from all branches of the military to gather for an evening of community and comradery (and charcuterie!). Share stories with fellow veterans and inspire the next generation of military servicepeople. It will be held on Thursday March 27 from 4:00 – 5:00 pm at the MLK Community…
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Newport VFW and AOH to host lecture on local Irish History – Wednesday March 26

The Ancient Order of Hibernians, Dennis E. Collins Division 1 and the Newport Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 406 will jointly present a lecture on local Irish history in 19th century Newport. It will be held on Wednesday, March 26 at the Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave, Newport. Doors open at 5:00 pm and lecture…
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Wreaths Across America 2024 Photos

Newport VFW Post 406 held the Wreaths Across America ceremony and laying of wreaths along with other local organizations on December 14 2024 at the Oliver Hazard Perry burial plot at Island Cemetery. This is to honor deceased service members from all military branches as well as those who remain Missing in Action. Wreaths were…
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Army Navy Football Watch Party at The Protective Club Dec 14

All are welcome to join VFW Post 406 at The Protective Club at 596 Thames Street in Newport to watch the Army Navy Football game. Pre-game festivities start at 1:30 and kickoff is at 3:00. There will be giveaways, drink specials, and the comradery of watching the game with other post members and the wider…
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Belmont Chapel Service and Grave Flagging a Success

A Remembrance Ceremony for over 350 men and women from Newport who gave their lives in war was held on November 9th 2024 in Belmont Chapel followed by tours of Veterans graves in Island Cemetery. It was the first time in over 70 years the Post was able to host the ceremony in the newly…
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Nov 9 Day of Service to Honor Veterans

In recognition of the service of Veterans to our Nation, the officers and members of VFW Post 406, Newport invite the public to participate in A Day of Service Honoring all Veterans. Saturday, November  9that Belmont Chapel in Island Cemetery 30 Warner Street, Newport Coffee and sweets will be provided 9:00 AM Flagging of Veterans’…
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VFW Post 406 Supports Gold Star Sailing

On August 2 Newport VFW Post 406 once again demonstrated its commitment veterans by supporting a dinner for the Gold Star Sailing camp children at US Coast Guard Base Castle Hill. Local veterans Norm Bailey and our own Post 406 member Sharon McGinnis led this effort to host the camp in Newport. Post 406 remains…
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Rhode Island Veteran Empowerment Day

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Reflection, Remembrance, and Camaraderie – Veterans Day 2022

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Local Veteran’s Day Deals 2022

Check out deals for Veterans Day 2022 in Newport & Middletown, as well as nearby Rhode Island and Massachusetts!