WPDH honors Hudson Valley Veterans each year with our Vets Who Rock program. Each Veteran selected is awarded $500 and one lucky yearly winner is awarded $10,000! Do you know a Vet Who Rocks? Nominate them HERE.
Vets Who Rock
5 of the Best Resources for Hudson Valley Veterans
I grew up in the age of Vietnam, so I’ve known lots of soldiers through the years. But I did not realize the plight of so many veterans.
‘Patriotism Drive’ Scheduled in Poughkeepsie to Help Vets
Hudson Valley residents are being asked to participate in a drive-thru event to support local veterans.
Hudson Valley Floods VFW With Holiday Cards For Sailors Abroad
The Hudson Valley came together to spread some much needed holiday cheer to servicemen and women serving overseas.
Hudson Valley Asked to Send Holiday Cards to ‘Adopted’ Navy Ship
The Hudson Valley is getting together to spread some cheer to servicemen and women this holiday season.
WPDH Names $10,000 Vet Who Rocks on Veteran’s Day
One dedicated Hudson Valley woman has been awarded $10,000 for being a Vet Who Rocks.
Julia Liu is a Mom, Volunteer, Sergeant and ‘Vet Who Rocks’
This month's Vet Who Rocks is passing down her passion for service to the next generation.
Bob Wright is a Vietnam Vet Who Rocks
Bob Wright is one of those guys who'd give you the shirt off of his back, but that's only part of what makes this former Marine so great.
Veterans’ 314-Mile Kayaking Trip Hits Hudson Valley This Weekend
In an effort to raise awareness about veteran suicide, a group of kayakers is making a 314-mile journey down the Hudson River.
Vet Who Rocks: Laura Lane
Laura Lane describes herself as 'the most unlikely Marine who ever raised her hand to take an oath.' Her fiancé William, however, sees things differently.
Vets Who Rock: Tim Finnegan
Tim Finnegan juggles a lot of job titles in his daily life: small business owner, U.S. Army veteran, commander of the VFW in Harriman and the father of a 2-year-old daughter.