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Veterans courts soaring in demand as teams of volunteers seek to help military defendants

By John Sharp. AL.com:  The numbers of veterans’ courts have exploded in recent years. Last -->

Veterans urged to show up for VES exams

American Legion:  Veterans Evaluation Services (VES) has been awarded contracts with the Veterans Benefits Administration -->

VA Secretary Attempts to Change Culture, Combat Critics

US News.  By Astrid Goh and Tara Longardner: Six months after taking over as Secretary -->

Obama Signs Veterans Suicide Prevention Bill

ABC News: By JIM KUHNHENN Associated PressAcknowledging the struggles of the nation’s veterans, President Barack -->

Winter Driving Safety Tips for Treacherous Weather Conditions

Start Clean: Completely clear snow and ice off your windows, lights, windshield, and top of -->

Why Did Last Night’s Chicken Make You Sick?

Each year, contaminated food sickens 48 million Americans. 28,000 of those are hospitalized, and 3,000 -->

Before You Take Your Kids Out Sledding, Think Safety

As lawsuits mount along with injuries to children, some towns are banning sledding! Last year, -->

Put a Freeze on Winter Fires

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the United States Fire Administration (USFA) are teaming -->

Four Car Care Tips for Extreme Weather

Extreme weather conditions can wreck havoc on your car and your day if proper precautions -->

Metro-North Crash is Railroad’s Deadliest Accident

On Tuesday, February 3, 2015, a croweded Metro-North train passing through Westchester County during rush -->

7 Safe-Driving Apps for Teen Drivers and Parents

Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teens. Drive safely by downloading one -->

Veterans’ Services Group (VSG) Success Stories for 2014

Our Veterans’ Services Group (VSG) has been hard at work for our veterans and their -->

Massive Food Recall Due to Undeclared Peanut Allergens

A massive food recall involving peanut contamination is being called the most widespread series of -->

Nissan Recalls 768,000 Crossovers and SUVs for Separate Problems

Nissan Motor Co is recalling about 768,000 vehicles, including the Rogue crossover and Pathfinder SUV, -->

Safety Tips for Shoveling Out Your Car and Yards

As the snowfall continues, we continuously have to shovel out our cars and out sidewalks -->

Metro-North Sees Increase in Crime in 2014

In 2014, 153 major felonies on trains and railroad property were reported to the Metropolitan -->

Space Heater Safety in the Workplace

Are you using space heaters in the workplace because it’s always freezing in your office? -->

Safety Tips for Extremely Cold Weather Conditions

Winter can bring extremely low and dangerous temperatures with added wind chills, so it’s important -->

How to Prepare for a Winter Storm

As we navigate the various seasons, it’s always wise to be prepared for unexpected situations -->

VA settles more retaliation complaints by whistleblowers

The Associated Press: WASHINGTON  — The Veterans Affairs Department said Tuesday it is offering relief -->