The War At Home
Stories about the impact of war in Massachusetts
Fallen Abington Marine Is Laid To Rest
Sgt. Daniel Vasselian, 27, was killed during combat operations in Afghanistan two days before Christmas.
Marine From Fairhaven Is Killed In Afghanistan
Lance Cpl. Matthew Rodriguez, 19, was killed while conducting combat operations Wednesday.
Business Bootcamp Helps Veterans Translate Army Experience
A Cambridge company, along with the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, are launching a program to help veterans transition to civilian workplaces.
Soldier From Dalton Is Killed In Afghanistan
Army Spc. Mitchell Kirk Daehling, 24, was among four soldiers killed in an IED attack.
Raynham Memorial Dedicated To Soldier Killed In Afghanistan
A new memorial stands outside American Legion Post 405 in Raynham, honoring Sgt. Jared Monti, who was awarded the Medal of Honor after being killed in Afghanistan in 2006.
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Mass. Officials Pay Tribute On Veterans Day
Massachusetts officials paid special tribute Sunday to women who've served in the military during a Veterans Day ceremony at the Statehouse in Boston.
Mass. Soldier Killed In Afghanistan Explosion
The U.S. Department of Defense says an explosion from an improvised device in Afghanistan has killed a soldier from western Massachusetts.
Mass. Soldier Dies After Attack In Afghanistan
Master Sgt. Gregory R. Trent, 38, of Norton died Wednesday from injuries he suffered on July 31 when his unit came under fire in Shindand Province.
Ceremony Will Mark 10th Anniversary Of Worcester Vietnam Memorial
There are more than 1,500 other names on the Massachusetts Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Worcester.
Mass. Launches Web Portal For Vets Services
The Patrick administration has launched a new website — MassVetsAdvisor.org — designed to offer “enhanced access to services and support for veterans" in Massachusetts.
Norwood Soldier Is Laid To Rest
A steady rain fell and a stiff breeze blew at the committal service for Army Spc. Keith Benson. Dozens of his friends and relatives huddled under umbrellas as they said...
Mass. Soldier Killed In Afghanistan
The Pentagon has announced that a Massachusetts soldier has died in Afghanistan. Military officials say 27-year-old Army Spc. Keith Benson died Wednesday in Paktika province in southeastern Afghanistan.
Iraq War Ended, Vet Is Home For The Holidays
This year, the last 413 Massachusetts National Guardsmen came home from Iraq. We visit one holiday homecoming in New Bedford.
State Leaders Honor Former And Current Military Members
On this Veterans Day, state leaders honored men and women who have served in the military and called on the nation to do more to help veterans.
For Veterans Returning Home, Finding Work Can Be Especially Hard
Nearly all the veterans at a recent career fair in downtown Boston said they are frustrated that their military service doesn't mean more to employers.
Swampscott WWI Immigrant Veteran Chose U.S. Army, Lived To 110
Antonio Pierro had left Italy only four years before "The Great War" broke out in Europe and could barely speak English, but he chose to fight in the U.S. Army.
Through Military Charity, Francona's Family Still Tied To The Sox
Jacque Francona, 'Tito's' wife, remains involved with Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation program that helps military families and their loved ones serving overseas.
Gay And Lesbian Service Members Sue Government
The lawsuit filed Thursday in federal court in Boston says the government's Defense of Marriage Act violates their constitutional rights and asks the military to recognize their marriages.
Fallen Plymouth Soldier Is Laid To Rest
Hundreds of mourners are expected to attend the funeral Monday of a Plymouth soldier remembered for his fun-loving spirit and focus on helping others.
Soldier From Plymouth Killed In Afghanistan
A soldier from Plymouth has been killed by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan. A relative says Army Spc. Steve Gutowski was among three people who died in the explosion Wednesday....