Afghanistan
Irwin Marine Killed In Afghanistan Attack
A United States Marine, scholar, athlete and family man, 40-year-old Lt. Col. Christopher Raible was truly one of the few, the proud.
Evans City Soldier Laid To Rest
Loved ones said goodbye to a local soldier who was killed in Afghanistan. Staff Sgt. Eric Holman, of Evans City, was laid to rest Monday with full military honors. Holman volunteered for one of the most dangerous jobs in Afghanistan – defusing improvised explosive devices. One of those explosions took the 39-year-old’s life.
Opinion: National Security Shouldn’t Get Lost In This Campaign
Our economy is on a slow recovery – slower than anyone wants. But the lack of serious discussion about national security and the world we live in is troubling.
Wounded Marine Comes Home To Renovated House
Neighbors, friends, and fellow Marines gathered en masse, for a Friday surprise in Cranberry Township. They had just completed work on a massive remodeling effort on the home of a wounded Marine veteran. He and his family were about to return from vacation.
By The Way, There’s A War In Afghanistan
KDKA AM’s John Shumway talks to retired soldier Sean Parnell, author of “Outlaw Platoon,” about the perception that most Americans don’t care about the war in Afghanistan.
Local Soldier Killed In Afghanistan Remembered As Good Son, Father
A father is in mourning following the death of his son in Afghanistan. He is remembering the local soldier as a brave and patriotic man who was a good son and father.
Soldier From Evans City Killed In Afghanistan
A local soldier who was stationed in Afghanistan has died. Staff Sergeant Eric Holman of Evans City in Butler County was killed supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Opinion: Romney Falls Flat In London But Still Rakes In Cash From Libor Bankers
Mitt Romney insulted Britain’s preparations for the Olympics and inspired quotes like “apparently devoid of charm, warmth, humor or sincerity” and “worse than Sarah Palin” before cashing campaign checks from bankers and lobbyists who are at the center of the Libor scandal.
Hearing Loss & Prevention Information
This Memorial Day we remember the men and women who serve in the military. Many veterans returning home from war have injuries that are not visible, such as hearing loss.
Outlaw Platoon To Be Honored In Pittsburgh
KDKA AM’s Larry and John talk to some of the soldiers whose stories are told in the NY Times Best Seller, “Outlaw Platoon.”
Soldiers Return From Afghanistan, Reunite With Loved Ones
Nearly two dozen members of the Army National Guard returned to Pittsburgh from Afghanistan Friday night. The soldiers traveled 15 hours to get to Pittsburgh International Airport where loved ones were gathered.
President Obama Talks War In Afghanistan
KDKA Political Editor Jon Delano was invited to the White House for an interview with President Barack Obama to discuss energy; however, given the events in Afghanistan over the weekend, the topic of discussion changed.
Members Of 32nd Aerial Port Squadron Return Home
Family and friends gathered Saturday night at the Air Reserve Station in Moon Township to welcome home members of the 32nd Aerial Port Squadron.
911th Airlift Wing Members Return From Afghanistan
More than 20 members of the 911th Airlift Wing’s Civil Engineering Squadron returned to Pittsburgh Monday night after a six-month deployment in Afghanistan to support Operation Enduring Freedom.
Tears & Hugs Exchanged As Soldiers Return Home
A touching scene played out in New Kensington Saturday when more than 100 members of the 307th MP Company returned to their families after a yearlong tour in Afghanistan.
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