FILE - In this Dec. 27, 1944, file photo, American infantrymen of the 4th Armored Division fire at German troops, in an advance to relieve pressure on surrounded U.S. airborne units, near Bastogne, Belgium. In 2020, the world marked the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. Sterling Publishing, in cooperation with The Associated Press, released an illustrated book called “Victory: World War II In Real Time,” filled with original AP dispatches from the time to mark the occasion and scores of original news photos. (U.S. Army via AP) Monday, December 21, 2020 2:19 PM EST By The Associated Press, AP
In 2020, the world marked the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. Sterling Publishing, in cooperation with The Associated Press, released an illustrated book called “Victory: World War II In Real Time,” filled with original AP dispatches from the time to mark the occasion and scores of original news photos.
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Published: 12/21/2020 4:15:08 PM
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A holiday tradition for many years, mitten trees in local banks is likely to end this year with the disbanding of the Athol Quota Club. The club, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in February, voted to disband as of June 30. “We had no new members and many of our people are getting older and are unable to continue,” Doris Blanchard explained. “We’d like to keep the mitten tree going, but I don’t know if we’ll be able to,” she said.
■EMT Timothy Newton recently presented a continuing education program on “Sportsmen’s Injuries” at Athol Memorial Hospital. Newton emphasized the importance of EMTs being trained before attempting a rescue.
2020/12/22 03:19 FILE - In this Dec. 27, 1944, file photo, American infantrymen of the 4th Armored Division fire at German troops, in an advance to relieve pressure on. FILE - In this Dec. 27, 1944, file photo, American infantrymen of the 4th Armored Division fire at German troops, in an advance to relieve pressure on surrounded U.S. airborne units, near Bastogne, Belgium. In 2020, the world marked the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. Sterling Publishing, in cooperation with The Associated Press, released an illustrated book called “Victory: World War II In Real Time,” filled with original AP dispatches from the time to mark the occasion and scores of original news photos. (U.S. Army via AP)
SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – An Honor Walk commemorating the 76th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge will be held Sunday, hosted by a foundation founded by retired San Diego Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Donnie Edwards and the La Jolla-based event management platform Events.com.
While 5 kilometers is the suggested distance, participants can walk any distance they would like. The start time is up to the individual or group. Organizers are encouraging participants to select a time to walk that will best facilitate social distancing.
Organizers are also encouraging parents to teach their children about the Battle of the Bulge.
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