Lewiston lawmaker proposes bill that would lower taxes for Maine veterans who are 100% disabled

Of the nearly 110,000 veterans in Maine, less than 7% would qualify for the exemption, a retired U.S. Coast Guard commander said.

Golden co-chairs caucus of veterans in Congress

The Representative from Lewiston said the caucus crosses party lines in a bid to put patriotism and service ahead of partisanship.

VFW offers take-out meals

Author’s journey connects her with Maine veteran and World War II pilot

Loretto Thompson says the more than 500 letters her father wrote during his service in the Army Air Corps led her to Roger Sundin, a.k.a. ‘Big Sundin,’ the man she credits with saving her father's life in May of 1945.

Photo: Veterans honored in Auburn

Veterans are celebrated at an outdoor event Sunday.

Jay VFW post facing tough decisions

Special meeting Saturday to discuss its future of organization.

VA will be investigated after ‘staggering accounts of racism and discrimination,’ Sen. Warren says

'VA is the second biggest agency in our entire federal government and it's crucial that we root out systemic racism at the agency and all institutions,' Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., says.

New unit at Togus to help veterans with mental health and substance abuse issues

Prodded by Jared Golden, the VA plans to open a 24-bed facility in 2022 so Maine veterans won't have to travel out of state for treatment.

Golden seeks better mental health care for Maine veterans

Rep. Jared Golden convinced House colleagues to add $20 million to help fund long-term mental health care for veterans.

Trump unveils plan to stem suicides by military veterans

The effort includes firearm safety, wellness programs at workplaces and new barriers near railroads and bridges.