News and Events
News
Korean War Veteran John E. King Jr.
An article in the local newspaper prompted this local to share his insight about his time in the Navy. On December 6, 2018, Bruce Campbell Warrenton VFW Post member and Hero’s Bridge (HB) volunteer and Debbie Eisele, Community Outreach Coordinator met with Mr. King...
Knit Your Bit
Knit Your Bit graciously knitted (and crocheted) amazing scarves, hats and mittens and provided them to the aging veterans Hero’s Bridge serves.
Harbingers of Good
Paw Patrol Coordinator, Ann Juliano, makes a positive impact on aging veterans in the community. Molly Brooks, president Hero’s Bridge, said, “These harbingers of good are brought to our heroes by volunteers who also gain tremendous joy through their visits with our older veterans.”
Warrenton’s Dick Westlake
Dick earned several awards including the Korean Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Occupation Medal (Japan), Korean Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, United Nations Service Medal, and National Defence Service Medal.
Saluting Our Veterans
Hero's Bridge never forgets service and sacrifice. In November, Hero's Bridge shared a variety of social media posts paying tribute to several local veterans. Although Veterans Day was on November 11, 2018, Hero's Bridge wanted to celebrate our nation's heroes...
William (Bill) Hadden
A WWII Veteran who dedicated years of service to the nation and was willing to serve a second time if necessary. Bill Hadden was a Sergeant in the US Air Force (9th Air Force). He served as B-26 Crew Chief and flew as a B-26 Flight Engineer during WWII. Bill was born...
Local Veteran served in Cold War & Vietnam
Paul Infeld served this nation from 1960 to 1985. Paul Infeld understands service. He enlisted served in the US Air Force from 1960 to 1985 during the Cold War and Vietnam. During his military career, her served the Air Force at various USAF Medical Centers in the US...
Brightening Lives of Aging Veterans
Molly Brooks’ passion is to help those those who have more yesterdays than tomorrows. Molly Brooks was born at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and spent her formative years growing up on military bases. She has chosen to pair her personal experiences, her gerontology...
Korean War Aviation Technician James Pride
Onboard USS Valley Forge at the start of the war. James Pride grew up in Florida but often moved around the south to Alabama and Georgia. Like many of his generation, he grew up during the Great Depression and WWII. As a young man, he worked various part-time jobs to...
Local Veteran Served in Two Wars
Paul Hermes enlisted in the Navy and served during WWII and Korea. Paul Hermes was born and raised in Philadelphia. He was the first generation of his family to be born here in the country. Paul understands sacrifices and so did his parents who immigrated from Germany...
Events
Hero’s Bridge Spirit Day
Chick-fil-A Warrenton December 5, 2018 Support Hero's Bridge in its mission to serve, standby, and honor veterans age 65 and older. Chick-fil-A Warrenton is holding a Spirit Day for Hero's Bridge, so stop in for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and let them know you here...
Heroes & Hops Veterans Day Fest
Powers Farm & Brewery On Sunday, November 11, 2018 Hero’s Bridge will honor veterans at the Heroes & Hops Veterans Day Fest. Last year, Hero’s Bridge conduct the Brats & Beer Fest on Veterans Day at Powers Farm & Brewery. The new name of the event is...
Battle Buddy Boot Camp
An informative training session on the Hero's Bridge Program which pairs older veterans with younger veterans Battle Buddy Boot Camp will be held on Saturday, July 28 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Warrenton Visitor Center. A light lunch will be provided to...
“Line of Duty” by Rod Chase Could Be Yours
This print honoring those who served in Vietnam is a stunning piece of art. Hero's Bridge will award this signed, numbered and professionally framed limited edition giclee on canvas. The art is valued at $1,400 and Hero's Bridge will only offer 250 tickets for this...