2011 News Archive
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OPTICIAN
SEES HIS WAY CLEARLY TO SIGNING A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
FALL RIVER, MA. December 30, 2011. In today's
world of cyber buying and "Big Box Stores", people can buy
almost anything on line or in the big store. A person can walk into a
store to a display and try on eye glasses until you can "See better".
However, the secrets to any business are to give great customer service
and to deliver a quality product at a fair and reasonable price. For the
last forty one years, Howard, Rebecca and Barbara Starr of STARR
OPTICIANS INC. know...
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THE
HOME DEPOT REGIONAL DISTRIBUTION CENTER HONORED WITH
THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WESTFIELD, MA. December 21, 2011. The Home
Depot Regional Distribution Center #5221 is a large facility that has
approximately 400 employs. One of the employees is Kenneth Mendoza, who
is also a Specialist (SPC) in the MA Army National Guard. SPC Mendoza
wanted to thank all his co-workers for their support so he...
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GENERAL
MANAGER OF HONDA DEALERSHIP PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
AND DRIVES OFF WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
NATICK, MA. December 19, 2011. Seth
Marshall, General Manager of Bernardi Honda, was pleasantly surprised
today when employee Ms. Krissy Hedge walked into his office and
presented him with the Patriot Award. Ms. Hedge is the spouse of SGT
Timothy Hedge of Co D 1st Battalion, 181 Infantry of the MA National
Guard. Ms. Hedge nominated her boss for the award because he...
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SOMERVILLE
POLICE UNION HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD AND
SIGNS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
SOMERVILLE, MA. December 19, 2011. Staff
Sergeant Randy Isaacs is a member of the Army National Guard as well as
a police officer in the Somerville MA Police Department. After a recent
deployment, Officer Isaacs was so pleased with the support and help his
union members gave to him and his family that he nominated the union for
the Patriot Award. In his nomination, the Staff Sergeant wrote about the
tremendous support to him and his deployed troops by...
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LePAGE’S
SEAFOOD & GRILLE SERVES UP A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
FALL RIVER, MA. December 15, 2011. A
restaurant is one of the most difficult businesses to get off the ground
and to stay around for any length of time. However, the secrets to any
business are to give great customer service and to deliver a quality
product at a fair and reasonable price. For the last twenty years, Eric
and Carol LePage, with occasional help from Eric's mom Jamail, who makes the best Kibbe on the East Coast, absolutely
know these secrets very well. Located on 439 Martine Street here in Fall
River, the restaurant offers...
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BOSTON
SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENT CORPORATION HONORED WITH THE ABOVE AND BEYOND
AWARD
NATICK, MA. December 15, 2011. Today at
Boston Scientific Instrument Corporation headquarters located in Natick
Massachusetts, the Above and Beyond award was presented by Ombudsman
Director and Area Chair for Western MA Earl Bonett to Chief
Executive Officer Hank Kucheman and Chief Operating Officer Sam Leno. Under
the leadership of Mr. Leno, who had previously been awarded the
Patriotic Employer Award, BSCI has implemented an impressive...
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FINANCIAL
ADVISEMENT FIRM SUPERVISOR HONORED WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA. December 14, 2011. American
Student Assistance®, is one of the leading nonprofit services and
advocacy organizations assisting students and families to manage their
education debt. Mr. Michael Tierney is a highly regarded employee of the
company. Mr. Tierney is twice a citizen as well because he serves as a
Chief...
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THE
“SPINDLE CITY SAVER OF SOLES” PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
FALL RIVER, MA. December 14, 2011. MAESGR
Volunteer and Public Affairs Director Bill Napert, Jr. left the computer
today and stopped by to see his old friend and personal footwear fitter,
Mr. Richard P. "Dick" Johnson. Dick at one time owned the
Assonet, MA Bootery, a past well-known custom...
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HUMAN
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT STATE COUNCIL DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT SIGNS TWO
STATEMENTS of SUPPORT
BOSTON, MA. December 13, 2011. Hearing the
challenge of the President of the Society of Human Resource Management
in March 2010 "That all state councils and chapters sign a
Statement of Support with ESGR" Mr. George Mullin, Metro-West
Chapter of Human Resource Management Association signed the document on
behalf of the chapter. Today, now as the State Council
Director/President, Mr. Mullin signed the commitment again. As he...
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GREYHOUND
BUS CO SUPERVISOR DRIVES OFF WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA. December 6, 2011. At a ceremony
conducted in the operations tower overlooking the bus bays at the busy
South Station Bus terminal, MAESGR Volunteer and Eastern Area Chair John
Pelose presented Ms. Donna Stuckert with a Patriot Award. Ms. Stuckert
is the Operations Manager for the Greyhound Lines here in South Boston.
Ms. Stuckert was nominated by...
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BANK
BRANCH MANAGER HONORED WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
MEDFORD, MA. December 6, 2011. Senior Airman
Kelly R. Galloway, is twice a citizen and a proud member of the U.S. Air
Force Reserve. Ms. Galloway is also a proud employee of The Century Bank
here in Medford, MA. Recently, Ms. Galloway recommended Century Bank and
her Bank Manager, Ms. Amelia Iocco for The Patriot Award. Today, Volunteer
and Eastern Area Chair John Pelose traveled to this...
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LARGE
ESTABLISHED CONSTRUCTION FIRM BUILDS ON A PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
PITTSFIELD, MA. November 30, 2011. Pittsfield
Massachusetts is located in the western part of the state nestled in the
beautiful Berkshire Mountains. That was the destination this morning for
two MAESGR members. The purpose of this trip was to present the Patriot
Award to Unistress Corporation Manufacturing Supervisor Norman "Chip"
Kleiner. Mr. Kleiner was nominated for this honor by employee Gregory M.
Elser, also a member...
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DUXBURY
MA DENTIST HONORED WITH THE PRESTIGIOUS SEVEN SEALS AWARD FOR HIS CONTRIBUTION
TO A VETERAN
DUXBURY, MA. November 22, 2011. Dr. Joseph
Santelli served his country as a young Navy Lieutenant during the
Vietnam War. For the last 30 years, he has been a dentist here in this
South Shore Community. Recently, he offered a dead; full dental
reconstruction for a veteran. The only catch was that they would have to
write why they deserved it. Two-hundred people applied. The winner is a...
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WELLESLEY
MA BANK & MANAGER RECEIVES THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD FOR THEIR
GREAT SUPPORT
WELLESLEY, MA. November 15, 2011. Mr. John
R. Schubarth is an Airman First Class with the Massachusetts Air
National Guard. He also works in The Beal Bank in this small town just
outside of Boston. A1C Schubarth said that Ms. Shalima Mohammed the
Branch Manager, the branch staff, and The Beal Bank were very supportive
and understanding during his...
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PATRIOT
AWARD PRESENTED AT LOCAL STOP AND SHOP
COHASSET, MA. November 15, 2011. In a
setting of colonial homes and ocean vistas of spectacular beauty rests
the town of Cohasset. It is about 25 miles south of Boston. It was the
destination this morning of MAESGR's Joachim-Ingo "Ski" Borowski.
He was there to present the Patriot Award to...
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PATRIOT
AWARD PRESENTED AT FOSTER PARROTS FACILITY
ROCKLAND, MA. November 14, 2011. Jenelle
Piche is a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve and also an employee
of a unique non-profit organization; Foster Parrots, Ltd. To show her
appreciation for the support her civilian employer continues to give to
her military career, Ms. Piche nominated the Foster Parrots organization
for the...
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TWO
VA CLINIC LEADERS HONORED WITH PATRIOT AWARDS
SPRINGFIELD, MA. November 9, 2011. The
Veterans Affairs Clinic in Springfield MA was the venue as
representatives of the VA, U.S. Air Force Reserve (USAFR), MA ESGR
Committee and local media gathered to recognize two Clinic employees for
their outstanding support given to co-worker Amelia O'Brien, who is also
a...
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MASSACHUSETTS
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, BRIDGEWATER LOCKS UP EIGHT PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER
AWARDS & PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
BRIDGEWATER, MA. November 08, 2011. As more
than 30 employees of the Bridgewater House of Corrections looked on, Colonel
Michael P. Donaher, Commanding Officer-European Command-Army Reserve
Element, Ft. Devens, MA presented 8 Patriots Awards to members of the
Massachusetts Department of Corrections (DOC) Policy Development and
Compliance Unit (PDCU). Colonel Donaher had requested these awards to...
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CAPE
COD TOWN MANAGER PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND HONORED WITH THE
PATRIOT IC EMPLOYER AWARD
SANDWICH,
MA. November 8, 2011. Officer Timothy Kane is a police officer for
the Town of Sandwich Police Department. Officer Kane is also a Master
Sergeant (MSgt) in the U.S. Air Force Reserve. On this beautiful Autumn
Day at a ceremony at the town hall with many town officials in attendance,
MAESGR Volunteer Robert Pomeroy traveled to this picturesque town to
witness a...
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UNITED
AIRLINES MANAGER HONORED WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA. November 4, 2011. Terminal
"C" at Logan International Airport is one of the busiest air
terminals in the United States. Today, MAESGR's Eastern Area Chair John
Pelose traveled there to present a Patriot award to Ellen Rogato, Manager,
United Airlines, Boston. Ms. Rogato was nominated by her Navy Reserve
Employee, PO2 Randy Gomez. Ms. Rogato helped PO2 Gomez with his...
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HOME
DEPOT SUPERVISOR HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD AND PENS A
STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
CANTON, MA. November 2, 2011. Today at a
meeting of the Home Depot North East Region, Regional Manager Paul
Icavello signed a Statement of Support. After the penning ceremony,
MAESGR's newest volunteer Ms. Alicia Shambo, along with Eastern Area
Chair John Pelose presented The Patriot Award to Mr. Steven Longmoore,
Manager, Home Depot, West Lebanon NH. Mr. Longmoore was...
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ELM
ELECTRICAL VP EARNS THE PATRIOT
AWARD
WESTFIELD, MA. October 28, 2011. It was a
beautiful New England Autumn morning as three MAESGR members arrived at
the Elm Electrical, Inc. facility in Westfield MA. Their mission was to
present the Patriot Award to Vice President Keith Saltmarch on behalf of
employee Nathan Nadeau. Nathan is also a member of the U.S. Army Reserve.
Also present during the award presentation were Elm Electrical President
Robert Bacon, Vice President Michael Holmberg and...
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YANKEE
CANDLE LIGHTS UP MORE AWARDS
SOUTH DEERFIELD, MA. October 26, 2011. MA
ESGR members once again made the scenic drive to the Yankee Candle's
manufacturing facility in this small New England town. They were there
to participate in a formal presentation of Patriot Awards to two senior
managers. Mr. Stephen Farley, President Retail, was nominated by
employee Whitney Dearybury, a Technical Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force
Reserve and Mr. Michael Thorne, President Wholesale, was...
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EMPLOYER
SUPPLIES STRONG SUPPORT TO CITIZEN SOLDIER EMPLOYEE
WESTFIELD, MA. October 21, 2011. Nathaniel
Towse is a PV2 in the MA Army National Guard and an employee of
Westfield Feed & Supplies. PV2 Towse is very appreciative of the
support his military career has received from his employer. To show his
appreciation, he nominated his boss, Robert Williams, for the Patriot
Award. The award presentation took place in...
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MAESGR
VISITS WORKSITE TO PRESENT PATRIOT AWARD
HUDSON, MA. October 20, 2011. Mr. Brian
Poirier is the owner of the Poirier Home Improvement Company. His
employee Michael R. Newton is also a Sergeant (SGT) in the U.S. Army
Reserve. The company's office is in Franklin MA, but today MAESGR's Tony
Ingrisano traveled to the Hudson worksite to meet up with SGT Newton and
surprise Mr. Poirier with the Patriot Award. As...
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UNIVERSITY
NURSING STAFF HONORED WITH THE PATRIOT AWARD
FITCHBURG, MA. October 19, 2011. Staff
Sergeant Heidi Krupa, in addition to being a member of the U.S. Army
Reserve is also a nurse. While attending Fitchburg State University's
nursing program, she had her third year in the program interrupted by
deployment to an overseas location. Ms. Krupa immediately contacted the
University upon her return and was very thankful for...
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WORCESTER
FIRE DEPARTMENT CHIEF HONORED
WORCESTER, MA. October 18, 2011. Ralph A. Tiscione
Jr. is a member of both the Worcester Fire Department and the MA Army
National Guard. He nominated his civilian boss, Chief Gerard A. Dio for
the Patriot Award. In his nomination of the Chief SGT Tiscione wrote:
"As a department and as individuals the Worcester Fire Dept never
hesitates to support me or my family in any way...
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SHERIDAN
HEALTHCARE CHIEF CRNA RECEIVES THE PATRIOT AWARD
SPRINGFIELD, MA. October 16, 2011. Katherine
A. Marx has two high level careers. When in her civilian status, she
works for Sheridan Healthcare as an anesthesiologist at the Baystate
Medical Center in Springfield. When in her military status, LTC Marx is
a member of the U. S. Army Reserve.
At the group's early morning meeting on this date,
two ESGR used the occasion to...
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PREMIER
PEST GIVES STRONG SUPPORT TO EMPLOYEE WHO IS MEMBER OF THE GUARD
GRANBY, MA. October 12, 2011. As the
employees arrived at the office to get instructions on the day's activity,
they were joined by two MA ESGR members and employee Christopher (Chris)
Hodges dressed in his Army National Guard uniform. They arrived there to
surprise President Guy George with the Patriot Award. With all the
employees looking on, MA ESGR's Earl Bonett gave...
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USDA
APHIS DIRECTOR HONORED WITH THE PATRIOT AWARD AND SIGNS A STATEMENT OF
SUPPORT
WORCESTER, MA. October 11, 2011. Mr. Clint
McFarland is the Director at the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) in Worcester MA. As
such, he is the civilian supervisor of Colby Streeter, a Staff Sergeant
(SSG) in the MA Army National Guard. SSG Streeter wanted to thank his
boss for...
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SPOUSE
NOMINATES EMPLOYER FOR PATRIOT AWARD
WINCHENDON, MA. October 11, 2011. The
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Awards Program was established
to recognize employers who go above and beyond to support reserve
members and their families. The program initially was open only to
service member's employers, but ESGR...
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WESTERN
MA POLICE DEPARTMENT THE SCENE OF A PATRIOT AWARD PRESENTATION
AGAWAM, MA. October 10, 2011. William
Pierson is a member of the Agawam Police Department and also of the MA
Army National Guard. Staff Sergeant (SSG) Pierson took the time to show
his appreciation of the support his fellow police officers have provided
to him and his family during his military service. He did this by...
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MULTIPLE
AWARDS PRESENTED AT BAYSTATE MEDICAL CENTER DEPARTMENT MEETING
SPRINGFIELD, MA. October 6, 2011. The
Department of Surgery meeting this morning had two guests from the MA
ESGR Committee. The purpose of their visit to this large medical
facility was to present three awards to staff members. Each of these
awards resulted from nominations made by employee Francis Cannizzo Jr.,
MD, PhD, FACS of the Department of Surgery. Dr. Cannizzo is also a
Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) in the U. S. Army Reserve. He nominated both
his...
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BOARDING
SCHOOL HEADMASTER PRESENTED THE PATRIOT AWARD AND SIGNS AN SOS
HARDWICH, MA. October 5, 2011. Hardwich is a
small central MA town that is the location of the Eagle Hill School. Three
MA ESGR members took the scenic drive to the school early today to meet
with Builder Chief Petty Officer Eric Stone. CPO Stone is a SEABEE in
the U. S. Navy Reserve and also a teacher at the school. CPO Stone
nominated the school's Headmaster, Peter J. McDonald, Ed. D., for the
Patriot Award to show his appreciation for all the...
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AVIATION
SERVICES GENERAL MANAGER FLYS AWAY WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WESTFIELD, MA. September 30, 2011. Kenneth
Charest is a proud member of the U. S. Air Force Reserve and also a
proud full time employee of the General Dynamics Aviation Services
organization at Barnes Airport in Westfield, MA. Master Sergeant (MSgt)
Charest is very thankful for the support his civilian employer has
continually given to his military career. To show his appreciation,...
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MASSACHUSETTS
WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY (MWRA) PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT & EARNS
THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
CHARLESTOWN NAVY YARD, BOSTON, MA. September
29, 2011. The Massachusetts Water Resource Authority (MWRA) is a total
support Employer. They are firm believers in USERRA, ESGR and most of
all their military member employees. MWRA had previously signed a
Statement of Support, received Patriot and Seven Seals Awards and has
earned The Above & Beyond Award as well as the very...
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TITLE
INSURANCE COMPANY SUPERVISOR HONORED WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER
AWARD
BOSTON, MA. September 29, 2011. Christine
Klaver is the wife of MA Army National Guard soldier Sergeant First Class
(SFC) Barry Klaver. Mrs. Klaver is an employee of First American Title
Insurance Company in Boston MA. She recently nominated her supervisor,
Mr. Matthew D. Ballard for the Patriot Award. Mrs. Klaver said the
following of the nominee: "From the time we...
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VICE
PRESIDENT & COMPTROLLER OF WORCESTER COMMERCE
BANK PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND
HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WORCESTER, MA. September 27, 2011. Builder
First Class (E-6) George H. Parkin, Jr. is a proud member of The United
States Navy Seabees. He is attached to Mobile Construction Battalion
Twenty Seven, (MMCB-27) located at Westover Air Reserve Base, Chicopee,
MA. Petty Officer Parkin is also employed by The Commerce Bank located
on Main Street in Worcester, MA. Mr. Parkin recently recommended his
boss, Vice President and Comptroller, Mr. Barrie Murchie for the Patriot
award. PO Parkin said that the...
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CATALDO
AMBULANCE SCHEDULER EARNS THE PATRIOT AWARD
SOMERVILLE, MA. September 26, 2011. Lance
Corporal (LCpl) Justin Norton is a member of the U.S. Marine Corps
Reserve. When not on military status, he is employed by Cataldo
Ambulance Service, Inc. To thank his civilian boss, LCpl Norton
nominated Courtney Ford for the Patriot Award. In his nomination
narrative he wrote: "I was an employee at Cataldo Ambulance for
about...
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PRINCIPAL
RECEIVES THE PATRIOT AWARD AND SIGNS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
BEDFORD, MA. September 26, 2011. Libby B.
Hunnewell is a teacher at the John Glenn Middle School in Bedford and
also the wife of a MA Army National Guard member. Mrs. Hunnewell is very
thankful for the support she has received from her Principal, Ms. Jayne
Villadenis, regarding her husband's military obligations that impacted
her work schedule. During a brief ceremony a...
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PRESIDENT
OF A SOUTH BOSTON CRANE COMPANY LIFTS A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD TO NEW
HEIGHTS
SOUTH
BOSTON, MA. September 22, 2011. Master Sergeant (MSgt) Eric McGlynn
is a drilling reservist in the U.S. Air Force Reserve. He recently
nominated his civilian employer, Mr. Jack Shaughnessy Sr., President of
Shaughnessy & Ahern Crane & Rigging, for a Patriot Award. MSgt
McGlynn stated in his strong recommendation that "Mr. Shaughnessy
over the past ten years has steadfastly supported me with my multiple
deployments, that has...
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126TH
BSB HOLDS OPEN HOUSE AT THE SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
SPRINGFIELD, MA. September 16, 2011. The
126th Brigade Support Battalion (BSB) of the Massachusetts Army National
Guard held an open house for members' employers, local officials and the
general public. The event was held to show how the 126th BSB is equipped
and ready to serve the Federal Government and the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts, particularly those in the Pioneer Valley, in times of
great need! The MA ESGR Committee was also...
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MA
ESGR HELPING VETERANS AND RESERVISTS FIND JOBS
FOXBORO, MA. September 15, 2011.
Gillette Stadium is the home of the New England Patriots Football
Team and today it was the location of a Recruit Military Opportunity
Expo. MA ESGR joined employers, franchisers, and educational
institutions at this event held to help men and women who are
transitioning from active duty to civilian life, members of the
National Guard and Reserves, military spouses, and other military
family members find...
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MASS
MUTUAL SUPERVISOR PRESENTED THE PATRIOT AWARD AS SHE RETIRES
SPRINGFIELD, MA. September 15, 2011. This
was a big day for MassMutual Financial Group supervisor Nancy Lees. It
was her last day working for the company after a long and distinguished
career. Adding to the already festive atmosphere, Ms. Lees was honored
with the Patriot Award for her continued support of employee Christopher
Lalime's other career as a member of the...
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LARGE
WORLD-WIDE RETAILER CONTINUES ITS OUTSTANDING SUPPORT OF THE MILITARY
FRAMINGHAM, MA. September 13, 2011. The TJX
Companies, Inc. is a leading off-price retailer of apparel and home
fashions in the United States and worldwide, ranking 119 in the most
recent Fortune 500 listings. In the mid 70's a young merchant, Ben
Cammarata, was offered an opportunity to build a new off-price chain, and
under his leadership, T. J. Maxx was born. With the success of T. J. Maxx,
the Company grew into The TJX Companies, Inc. TJX operates...
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MASS
MUTUAL DIRECTOR SURPRISED AT DIVISION MEETING
SPRINGFIELD, MA. September 13, 2011. Two
MAESGR members joined two members of the U.S. Air Force Reserve (USAFR)
at the Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company in Springfield to
present a Patriot Award to Paul Rannenberg, a Director at the large
facility. Mr. Rannenberg was nominated for this honor by employee
Zigmund D. Skawski who recently retired from the USAFR as a Command
Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt). In his...
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HIGH
SCHOOL MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BRAINTREE, MA. September 12, 2012. The
National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)
relies on a great network of well trained volunteers to operate
throughout The United States of America and our nation's territories. The
Massachusetts Field Office has more than 40 volunteers dedicated to
helping every "Citizen Soldier". Today, one of MAESGR's newest
volunteers went out on his first "Mission"...
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MILFORD
POLICE CHIEF HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD & SIGNS
STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
MILFORD, MA. September 8, 2011. In the small
town of Milford, Police Chief Thomas O'Loughlin was honored for his
support for one of his reservist employees. A very appreciative Navy
Reservist, Rebecka Lapierre felt compelled to honor the Chief for his
overwhelming...
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EMPLOYERS
USE A C5 AIRCRAFT TO FLY TO SAN ANTONIO TO OBSERVE RESERVE FORCE MEMBERS
IN ACTION
WESTOVER ARB, MA. September
7-8, 2011. Twenty-one Massachusetts employers had the unique opportunity
to participate in a two day Boss lift to San Antonio, Texas. This once
in a lifetime event for employers, was sponsored by the Massachusetts
ESGR Committee and supported by the 439th Airlift Wing at Westover ARB.
The trip down and back was made in one of the 439th's giant C5 aircraft.
The first day began...
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MIDDLESEX
COUNTY SHERIFF PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
AND LEAD OFFICER HONORED WITH THE
PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
MEDFORD, MA. September 07, 2011. As a group
of more than 20 employees gathered around, Middlesex County Sheriff
Peter Koutoujian enthusiastically signed the ESGR Statement of Support.
By his signature, Sheriff Koutoujian was formally committing his Office
to their already excellent support program of the Guard and Reserve. After
the Sheriff finished the signing, MAESGR Employer Outreach Coordinator
Tom Mulvaney, presented the ESGR Patriot Award to Officer...
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LEGENDARY
GUN MANUFACTURER TAKES AIM ON A PATRIOT AWARD AND THE ABOVE AND BEYOND
AWARD
SPRINGFIELD, MA. September 6, 2011. For the
second time in less than six months, two MA ESGR members visited the
legendary Smith & Wesson facility in Springfield to present a
Patriot Award. The person being honored this time was the company's
President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Michael F. Golden. Mr. Golden
was nominated for the award by employee Brian j. Osowiecki who is also a
Captain in the Army National Guard. In his nomination, CPT Osowiecki
wrote; "My employer, Smith & Wesson, has been extremely...
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MASSACHUSETTS
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PENS
A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND HONORED WITH
THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA. September 06, 2011. Lieutenant
Colonel (LTC) Donald Gomes, U.S. Air Force Reserve is also an employee
of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
Today, Volunteer and Eastern Area Chair John Pelose traveled to "Bean
Town" to accomplish the signing of a Statement of Support and to
present a Patriot Award. At a ceremony in the Boston Headquarters, DEP
Commissioner, Mr. Kenneth Kimmell signed a...
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GENERAL
MANAGER OF THE CHESTNUT HILL BLOOMINGDALE’S PENS A STATEMENT OF
SUPPORT & IS HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
CHESTNUT HILL, August 24, 2011. Many
employees of Bloomingdale's gathered around this morning as the store's
General Manager, Ms. Laurie Thornton, signed an ESGR Statement of
Support. After signing the document, MAESGR's Eastern Area Chair John
Pelose presented her with a Patriot Award. Ms. Thornton was recommended
for the honor by employee and Army Reserve Specialist Claude
"CJ" Camacho. When SPC Camacho submitted her name, he stated;
"Ms. Thornton was a...
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PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD PRESENTED TO BAE SYSTEMS LEADER
LEXINGTON, MA. August 24,2011. Brian D. Gillman
is a Sergeant in the MA Army National Guard and also an employee of BAE
Systems Information Technology, Inc. in this historic Massachusetts town.
SGT Gillman's supervisor at BAE Systems, Mr. James Wojas, continues to
be very supportive of his military career. Brian wanted to show his
gratitude to his supervisor so he...
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SENIOR
VP AT ONE SOURCE INFORMATION RECEIVES A PA AND SIGNS SOS
CONCORD, MA. August 24, 2011. Mrs. Colleen
Horan is the Senior Vice President, Global Sales and Service, at One
Source Information Services. On this day, MA ESGR Volunteer and
Ombudsman, John Steiner traveled to the Concord facility to present Mrs.
Horan with the highly regarded Patriot Award. She was nominated for this
honor by employee Jon Wells who also serves...
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MASSACHUSETTS
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR RENEWS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND HONORED WITH THE
PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
NORWOOD, MA. August 19, 2011. Mr. James T. Bisson
Jr., President and CEO of Professional Electrical Contractors of CT Inc.
(PEC) is very proud to be an American. He is also very proud of one of
his employees, Matthew Andrade. After Mr. Bisson hired Matthew, he (Andrade)
decided to join the Naval Reserve. Mr. Bisson encouraged him to join
knowing full well that his employee would have...
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EMPLOYERS
OBSERVE FIRST HAND THEIR “CITIZEN SOLDIERS” PERFORMING THEIR
MILITARY DUTIES AT WESTOVER AIR RESERVE BASE
CHICOPEE, MA. August 7, 2011. Employers of
U. S. Air Force Reservists traveled to Westover Air Reserve Base in
Chicopee, MA to get a firsthand look at what their employees do when
they don their military uniforms. Heavy rain in the morning changed to
sunny and hot by noon which gave employers a good sample of what the
Reservists can go through in a typical duty day. The day started with
everyone reporting to the Base Hanger to sign in and pick up their
"mobilization" and ESGR information packets. Each mobility
folder had the employer's name and "rank". Dog tags...
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MA
ESGR FIELD OFFICE MEMBERS ATTEND THE 439th AW COMMANDER’S FINAL WEEKLY
STAFF MEETING TO PRESENT A SURPRISE ACCOLADE
CHICOPEE, MA. August 3, 2011. Today, Colonel
Robert Swain held his last weekly staff meeting as Commander of the
439th Air Wing here at Westover Air Reserve Base. This was also the
venue for two MA ESGR members who attended the gathering to thank COL
Swain for his tremendous support of ESGR during his tenure at the base.
After a short brief on ESGR by Eastern MA Area Chair John Pelose, COL
Swain asked his staff to continue to work closely with ESGR after he
moves on to his next duty station. He praised the...
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PROFESSIONAL
FIRE SYSTEMS INC. PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND IS THE RECIPIENT OF
PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA. August 3, 2011. Employer and owner,
Tom DiRienzo of Professional Fire Systems of Wrentham is one of our
area's latest employers to be recognized for outstanding support of
Guard and Reserve "Citizen Soldier" employees.
His employee, U. S. Marine Corp Lance Corporal
Daniel O'Brien stated in his nomination: "Tom is a great employer
who has kept me working despite unexpected military obligations. I had
only been...
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CORPORATE
GROUP HOMES MANAGER RECEIVES THE PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
ROSLINDALE, MA. July 29, 2011. Mister Hubert
Kobu is a Residential Counselor in a group home for adults with special
needs. He is also a Specialist in The Massachusetts Army National Guard.
His boss, Ms. Elizabeth Friary, is the manager of four such group
homes in the greater Boston area. SPC Kobu nominated Ms. Friary for the
Patriot Award because of her strong support of his military service. He
wrote and said that his supervisor has...
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NSTAR
IS ONCE AGAIN RECOGNIZED FOR IT’S ABOVE AND BEYOND SUPPORT OF ITS
EMPLOYEES WHO SERVE IN THE MILITARY
PLYMOUTH, MA. July 14, 2011. NSTAR is the
largest Massachusetts-based, investor-owned electric and gas utility.
The Company transmits and delivers electricity and natural gas to 1.4
million customers in Eastern and Central Massachusetts, including one
million electric customers in 81 communities and 300,000 gas customers
in 51 communities. For more information, visit www.nstar.com.
On this beautiful summer day, MA ESGR's Eastern
Area Chair, John Pelose, arrived at the NSTAR facility to present the
company...
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MA
ESGR PRESENTS THREE AWARDS ON THE DIAMOND AT HISTORIC FENWAY PARK
BOSTON, MA. July 7, 2011. Four MA ESGR
Committee volunteers were guests of the Boston Red Sox prior to the
start of the ball game with the Baltimore Orioles. During a short
ceremony in one of professional sports most cherished venues, three
Seven Seals Awards were presented. The Seven Seals Award is presented for
"meritorious leadership and initiative in support of the men and
women who serve America in the National Guard and Reserve". The
award, signed by the...
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MANAGER
AT CROWLEY TRANSPORTATION EARNS THE PATRIOT AWARD AND THE GENERAL
MANAGER SIGNS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
LUDLOW, MA. July 6, 2011. Mr. Ed Niemiec, Senior
Operations Manager, Crowley Transportation Services, LLC, was presented
the prestigious Patriot Award here today in front of c-workers. He was
recommended for his exceptional support of his employee and US Army
Reserve Sergeant, Joshua Grandfield. Mr. Niemiec's immediate supervisor,
Mr. Ed Holt, General Manager, then...
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A. L.
FREIGHTING IS SHIPPED TWO PATRIOT AWARDS
LAKEVILLE, MA. June 22, 2011. Thomas
Westgate is a Sergeant in the U.S. Army Reserve and also an employee of
A. L. Freighting, Inc., in beautiful Lakeville, MA. SGT Westgate is
thankful that his employer is very supportive of his military career. He
is so thankful that he took time from his busy schedule to nominate both
of his bosses, Rebecca and Adam Levesque, for the Patriot Award.
Presentation of the awards was made by...
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J.
POLEP MANAGER RECEIVES THE PATRIOT AWARD AND SIGNS A STATEMENT OF
SUPPORT
CHICOPEE, MA. June 22, 2011. Mr. Vinnie
Mazzeo, Transportation Manager at J. Polep Distribution Services, was
presented the esteemed Patriot Award today. He was recommended for his
outstanding support of employee and service member, Senior Airman Cladi
Rodriquez of the Air National Guard. Mr. Mazzeo confirmed the company's
strong support of the Guard and Reserve by signing a Statement of
Support during the ceremony. The Polep family has been in...
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MASSACHUSETTS
CONTRACTING CORPORATION PENS A STATEMENT OF
SUPPORT AND HONORED WITH THE SEVEN SEALS
AWARD
BOSTON, MA. June 21, 2011. Robert E. Mattie,
one of the partners of Mattie and O'Brien Contracting
Corporation, signed a Statement of Support today and received the
coveted Seven Seals Award. He was nominated by his business partner
Lieutenant Colonel William O'Brien, a member of the MA Army National
Guard. Mr. Mattie was nominated by Mr. O'Brien for his support during a
recent deployment. Mr. Mattie and staff had to shoulder increased
responsibilities in this...
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WEBSTER
POLICE CHIEF SIGNS STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
WEBSTER, MA. June 21, 2011. In the Central
Massachusetts town of Webster, Police Chief Timothy Bent happily signed
a Statement of Support indicating his support for the efforts of his
National Guard and Reserve Members. The Chief currently has two service
members in his employment.
ESGR Ombudsman Rick Bedell was on hand for...
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OPERATION
TOUCH OF HOME RECEIVES WELL DESERVED AWARD
ORANGE, MA. June 9, 2011. The Orange
Memorial Park on South Main Street in the small Franklin County town of
Orange was the scene as two MA ESGR members journeyed here to present
the Patriotic Employer Award to a very patriotic group, Operation Touch
of Home. The organization's goal is bring a touch of home to soldiers
stationed overseas. They are determined to connect local citizens with...
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WORCESTER
COUNTY SHERIFF RECEIVES PATRIOT AWARD AND SIGNS STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
WORCESTER, MA. June 8, 2011. Worcester
County Sheriff Louis Evangelidis was honored recently with the Patriotic
Employer Award after being nominated by employee Correctional Officer
and Army National Guard Specialist Jordan Kuzio. The presentation took
place in conjunction with the graduation ceremony of the latest class of
Correctional Officer Academy students. SPC Kuzio nominated the Sheriff
for his...
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UMASS
BOSTON PROGRAM DIRECTOR PENS A
STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND RECEIVES THE PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA. June 2, 2011. Today Mr. Barry
Brodsky, Director, UMASS Boston Veterans Upward Bound Program signed a
Statement of Support. After the signing ceremony, MAESGR Volunteer and
Eastern Area Chair Mr. John Pelose, with the assistance of former MAESGR
Member Ms. Marybeth O'Sullivan, presented Mr. Brodsky with the Patriot
Award. Ms. O'Sullivan is currently the University's Veterans Outreach
Advisor and Recruiter. Mr. Brodsky was recommended for...
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MASSACHUSETTS
BEST BUY STORE MANAGER RECEIVES THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WORCESTER, MA. June 2, 2011. Amanda Chapin
is the spouse of Specialist (SPC) Raymond Chapin of The U.S. Army Reserve.
She is employed by the Best Buy Store located in The Greendale Mall here
in Worcester, MA. Her Store Manager is Ms. Wendy Lukason. Ms. Chapin
recently nominated her boss for the Patriot Award. In her recommendation
of Wendy, Amanda said: "Wendy allowed me to keep in touch with my
husband via e-mail during a recent deployment. Also he came home for a 2
week leave to...
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WILLIAM
REISNER CORP SCORES BIG WITH PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARDS
CLINTON, MA. June 2, 2011. What's better
than one Patriotic Employer Award? Two would be the natural response, but
not in this case. Three Patriotic Employer Awards were presented to this
family run business, William Reisner Corporation, by ESGR Ombudsman Rick
Bedell. The three, Harold, William and Jeffrey Reisner were nominated by
employee and "Citizen Soldier" Army National Guardsman, Private
Shane Babcock. Accepting these prestigious awards for...
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LOWELL
SPINNERS BASEBALL HITS HOME RUN WITH PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
LOWELL, MA. May 31, 2011. President and
General Manager Tim Bawmann of the Lowell Spinners professional baseball
team accepted this prestigious Patriot Award here today. He was
recommended for his exceptional support of his employee, U.S. Air Force
Reserve Airman First Class Jeffrey Paolino. A1C Paolino, who is head
groundskeeper for the team, stated in his nomination: "Tim Baumann
is the General Manager of the Lowell Spinners Class (A) affiliate of the
Boston Red Sox. He has been my boss for the past seven years and has
played a huge part...
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INTERNATIONAL
HEALTHCARE DIAGNOSTICS CORPORATION PENS A STATEMENT
OF SUPPORT, RECEIVED THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER
AWARD AS WELL AS THE PRESTIGIOUS ABOVE AND BEYOND
AWARD
NORWOOD, MA. May 23, 2011. Siemens
Healthcare Diagnostics can tell you what your problem is. The subsidiary
of Siemens Healthcare offers a comprehensive array of diagnostic products,
from in vitro diagnostic testing assays to laboratory analysis
instruments. Chief Petty Officer Michele McKeon is a member of the U.S.
Naval Reserve and an employee of Siemens Diagnostics here in Norwood,
MA. Chief McKeon recently returned from a...
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MASSACHUSETTS
MALL OPERATIONS
SUPERVISOR RECEIVES THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
CAMBRIDGE, MA. May 18, 2011. The Cambridge
Side Galleria Mall is a hip urban center. They have a spectacular
waterfront location offering many of Boston's favorite stores, specialty
boutiques and restaurants. The Operations Manager of the Cambridge Side Galleria
is Mr. Peter DeVito. Today, Eastern Area Chair Mr. John Pelose, traveled
to the mall to present the Patriotic Employer Award to Mr. DeVito. He
was recommended for the honor by employee...
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SHIFT
SUPERVISOR AT THE SUFFOLK COUNTY
SHERIFF’S OFFICE LOCKS UP THE PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA May 18, 2011. Working at the
Nashua Street Jail of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office is a very
difficult job. When a service member is deployed, it's nice to know that
your employer is thinking about you and your fellow officers are filling
in for you, Sergeant David Thompson is in the MA Army National Guard and
a Corrections Officer at the jail and has just returned from a...
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SHERIFF’S
DEPARTMENT RECEIVES TWO PATRIOT AWARDS AND THE SEVEN SEALS
LUDLOW, MA. May 18, 2011. U.S. Navy Reserve
Petty Officer First Class (P01) Jose Santiago is very appreciative of
the support his employer continues to give to his military career. His
civilian employer is the Hampden County Sheriff's Department. P01
Santiago nominated his immediate supervisor, Mr. Robin Powell/HCSD Bravo
Tower and Sheriff Michael J. Ashe, Jr. for the Patriot Award. Sheriff
Ashe's long support of his employees who are members of the Guard and
Reserve also...
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PERFORMANCE
FOOD GROUP PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND PRODUCES TWO PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARDS
SPRINGFIELD, MA. May 18, 2011. Specialist (SPC) Luis Rivera-Ramos
is a soldier in The Massachusetts Army National Guard. Mr. Rivera-Ramos
is also an employee of Performance Food Group (PFG). SPC Rivera-Ramos
is very thankful for the support his employer continues to give him
to serve his country and to pursue his military career. To show his
gratitude, he nominated both the Human Resources and the
Transportation Departments for the Patriotic Employer Award. Accepting
the award on behalf of the Human Resources Department was...
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MA
EMPLOYERS GET CLOSE UP LOOK AT WORLD FAMOUS COAST GUARD STATION AT WOODS
HOLE
WOODS HOLE, MA. May 13, 2011. On Friday, May
13th, members of the Massachusetts Employer Support of the Guard and
Reserve (MAESGR) led 13 employers on a tour of the U.S. Coast Guard
Station at Woods Hole on Cape Cod. Civilian employers of members of the
National Guard & Reserve components gathered at 0900 hours to begin
their day in the Station Galley. The forecast for the day...
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BOARD
OF DIRECTORS OF
THE HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS
UNANIMOUSLY SIGN
AN ESGR STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
WORCESTER, MA. May 12, 2011. At
the annual membership meeting held here today, the Human Resource
Management Association of Central Massachusetts, a chapter of the
Society of Human Resources Management, took to heart SHRM President
and CEO, Laurence G. O;Neil's pledge to promote the mission and
activities of the Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and
Reserve (ESGR) The CEO challenged all the membership to sign a
Statement of Support. They all accepted his challenge and became the
first...
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PINKERTON
GOVERNMENT SERVICES INC SUPERVISOR EARNS THE PATRIOT AWARD
PITTSFIELD, MA. May 10, 2011. Specialist (SPC)
Allen Baker of the MA Army National Guard is also an employee of
Pinkerton Government Services Inc. located here in Pittsfield, MA. SPC
Baker is very thankful for the strong support his civilian employer
gives to his military career. To show his gratitude, he nominated his
immediate supervisor, Mr. Brian Aubrey, for the Patriot Award. Three MA
ESGR members traveled to the beautiful Berkshires in the north western
part of the state to make the presentation. Also on hand was...
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CRANE
& COMPANY PRODUCTION MANAGER PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND RECEIVES
THE PATRIOT AWARD
NORTH ADAMS, MA. May 10, 2011. Specialist (SPC)
Soumaila Bance of the MA Army National Guard is also an employee of
Crane and Company. SPC Bance nominated the facility's Production Manager,
Mr. Phillip Gardner, for the Patriotic Employer Award. In his nomination,
SPC Bance wrote: "My supervisor, along with all employees collected
over 100 DVDs and mailed them to me while I was deployed. They also made
a DVD, recorded at work, to wish me happy holidays for Christmas and the
New Year, 2011." Mr. Gardner, a Marine veteran, said...
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WAYNE
J. GRIFFIN ELECTRIC INC RECIPIENT OF PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
HOLLISTON, MA. May 5, 2011. Director of
Operations, Gerry Richards and Director of Human Resources Donna David
accepted this prestigious award on behalf of Mr. Griffin for his
exceptional support of National Guard and Reserve Forces employees.
U.S. Marine Corp Reserve Lance Corporal Michael
Black nominated his employer stating that they hired him knowing he was...
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COMMONWEALTH
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES RECIPIENT OF THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WORCESTER, MA. May5, 2011. Employer Richard
Power of Commonwealth Environmental Services Inc. of Worcester accepted
this prestigious award for exceptional support of his National Guard and
Reserve Forces employees. U.S. Marine Corp Reserve Sergeant, Gregory
Anderson nominated his employer stating that: "Richard Power
prefers to hire prior military and active military due to the."...
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SIDERA
NETWORKS RECIPIENT of PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WESTBORO, MA. May 5, 2011. Supervisor Cliff Sweet
of Sidera Networks, Westboro MA, accepted this prestigious award for
exceptional support of his National Guard and Reserve Forces employees.
Massachusetts Air National Guard Master Sergeant, Troy Foskett nominated his
employer. MSgt Foskett said he appreciates his supervisor's understanding of
his military commitments.
Sidera Networks is the ...
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2011
ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER HONORS MASSACHUSETTS EMPLOYERS AND MA ESGR
VOLUNTEERS
WESTBOROUGH, MA. April 30, 2011. The
2011 MA ESGR Awards and Recognition Dinner was held at the
Doubletree Hotel in Westborough on April 30, 2011. Over 90 employers,
MA ESGR members and guests gathered for this very special annual
event. Numerous awards were presented to various employers and MA
ESGR volunteers.
After leading the gathering in the Pledge of
Allegiance, MA ESGR Field Chair, Tom Boyle, provided opening remarks.
He thanked everyone for taking the time to attend this event on a
beautiful Saturday night in April. Chairman Boyle mentioned the
outstanding support the Guard and Reserves in Massachusetts...
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ARMY NATICK LABS RECIPIENT OF PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
NATICK, MA. April 28, 2011. The U.S. Army Natick
Soldier RD&E Center located in Natick, Massachusetts ( and known locally
as the Natick Labs ), has once again been recognized for outstanding support
for Guard and Reserve "Citizen Soldier" employees. More specifically,
Mr. Robert Kinney was nominated by one of his employees, Army Reserve Chief
Warrant Officer 2, John Moore. Chief Moore stated in his nomination letter:
"Mr. Kinney employed me for my current position with the full knowledge
that my...
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SIGNAL
88 SECURITY
RECIPIENT OF THE PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
NORTH GRAFTON, MA. April 28, 2011. Employer Jason
Cardwell of Signal 88 Security Worcester accepted this prestigious award for
exceptional support of his National Guard and Reserve Forces employees. Army
National Guard Specialist, Joshua Slater, nominated his employer stating that:
"I have been with this company for a little under a year now and the
support from my employer is unmatched by any other company that I've worked for.
He is also ready to find someone to fill in when the Guard calls me in for
state activation at the last minute. He currently has five...
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OWNER
OF SPORTS BAR & GRILL HONORED
SPRINGFIELD, MA. April 9, 2011. As usual it was a
busy Saturday night at the Ribbery Sports Bar and Grill in Springfield as Earl
Bonett of the MA ESGR Committee arrived to honor the establishment's owner, Victor
Rosario. Mr. Rosario was presented with the Patriot Award for his support to
employee Karla Gonzalez who also...
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NEW
ENGLAND FAMILY OWNED FARM PRODUCES THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
LUDLOW, MA. April 8, 2011. Randall's Farm was
founded over 45 years ago by Elsie & Bill Randall. The business started
out as a roadside seasonal egg farm and fruit stand. Over time, it grew into a
flourishing produce and greenhouse business. Mr. Daniel Parker is
an Airman First Class (A1C) with the MA Air National Guard and also an
employee at Randall's Farm and Greenhouse. A1C Parker is very appreciative of
the support that Randall's Farm has...
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NURSING
DIRECTOR OF A LOCAL HOSPITAL EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT RECEIVES THE PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
LAWRENCE, MA. April 7, 2011. 1LT Natalie J. Bujold
is an Emergency Room Nurse at Lawrence General Hospital. She also serves as a
First Lieutenant with a Combat Support Hospital. She recently recommended her
boss, Ms. Kimberly Downer, RN for the Patriot award. 1LT Bujold wrote in
praise of her fellow employees and Ms. Downer: "Throughout my...
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UPTON
FIRE CHIEF PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND IS HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
UPTON, MA. April 6, 2011. In the early morning
sunshine in this quaint little town, Fire Chief Aaron Goodale gladly signed a
Statement of Support and then the Upton Fire EMS Department was honored
for their support for an area guardsman. A very appreciative Army National
Guard Specialist Daniel Lopez, felt compelled to honor the Chief, the Fire
Department EMS and the Town of Upton for their...
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MANAGER
OF LOWE’S HOME IMPROVEMENT OF BROCTON,
MA PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND RECEIVES
THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BROCKTON, MA. April 05, 2011. Lowe's has been
helping their customers improve the places they call home for more than 60
years. Founded in 1946, Lowe's has grown from a small hardware store to the
2nd largest home improvement retailer worldwide. Today, at Lowe's in Brockton,
Massachusetts, manager Frank Farmanian signed an ESGR Statement of Support and...
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LEGENDARY
GUN MANUFACTURER TAKES AIM ON A PATRIOT AWARD
SPRINGFIELD, MA. April 5, 2011. David Sostre-Baez
is a proud member of two historic organizations. One is the MA Army National
Guard and the other is the world famous arms manufacturer, Smith & Wesson.
Staff Sergeant (SSG) Sostre-Baez knows the value of the support his employer
provides to him. To show this, he nominated his boss, Mr. Frank Convertino,
for the Patriot Award. During a brief ceremony at the company's facility on
Roosevelt Avenue in Springfield, Mr. Convertino was presented his award with...
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GLOBAL
TECHNOLOGY CENTER SUPERVISOR HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WESTWOOD, MA. March 26, 2011. Medical Information
Technology, Inc., or MEDITECH, is a leading software vendor in the health care
informatics industry. For over 41 years, MEDITECH has provided integrated
software solutions that meet the information needs of health care
organizations worldwide. The organizations they serve include hospitals,
ambulatory care centers, physicians' offices, long term care and behavioral
health facilities, and home health organizations. Recently, under a new
program instituted by The National Committee...
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BUS
COMPANY DRIVES HOME A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
MILLBURY, MA. March 24, 2011. A very surprised
employer was recently presented a Patriotic Employer Award while company
employees looked on. Army National Guard Sergeant Stephen Marden nominated his
employer Brian Fox of Fox Bus Lines for this prestigious award. SGT Marden
wrote in his nomination: "Brian, Bill and Steve Fox not only support me,
but my wife as well. They were very flexible with her and helped her out by
giving her extra...
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SIGNIFICANT
OTHER OF A NATIONAL GUARD CAPTAIN HONORS
HER BOSS WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
NORTH OXFORD, MA. March 23, 2011. Recently, ESGR
has promoted a program to grant Patriotic Employer Awards to the employers of
guard and reserve member's significant others. Today, Ombudsman and Volunteer
Rick Bedell traveled to North Oxford, MA to honor one of these employers. The
very appreciative wife of ARNG Captain Jon Novak nominated her supervisor, Ms.
Anne Bossolt, for the Patriot Employer Award. Ms. Susan Novak has been...
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MEDICAL
FACILITIES MANAGER HONORED WITH A PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
AYER, MA. March 17, 2011. Technical Sergeant John
Bisceglia is a member of the United States Air Force Reserve. He is also
employed by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Medical Facility at the
former Fort Devens located in Ayer, MA. Sergeant Bisceglia recommended his
civilian supervisor, Ms. Carrie Hunton for the Patriot Award. Sergeant
Bisceglia praised Ms. Hunton by saying "My supervisor told me when I was
activated to be sure to take...
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SERVICE
ORGANIZATION PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
AND HONORED WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WORCESTER, MA. March 17, 2011. Youth Opportunities
Unlimited, Inc. (Y.O.U. Inc.) provides youth and families with opportunities
to fulfill their potential and build a brighter future thru thirty different
programs with five components: Outpatient Family Centers, Community-based
services, Residential Services, Educational and Vocational Services and
Managed Care. Last year YOU Inc. provided services to more...
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DOD
CONTRACTOR RECEIVES THE PATRIOT AWARD AND PENS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
WESTOVER ARB, MA. March 16, 2011. Flight Safety
Services Corporation provides C-5 Galaxy crew training at various locations
throughout the United States, including Westover Air Reserve Base in Chicopee,
MA. Their office in the base Hanger was the scene today as employee Gary Smith
thanked his supervisor, Mr. Robert Stewart, for supporting his "other"
career as...
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CITY
OF BOSTON HONORED BY DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE FOR EXTRAORDINARY SUPPORT OF
EMPLOYEES WHO SERVE IN THE MASSACHUSETTS NATIONAL GUARD AND RESERVE
BOSTON, MA. March 14, 2011. The
Massachusetts Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
(ESGR), an agency of the Department of Defense, announced today that
the City of Boston was honored with an "Above and Beyond"
award in recognition of extraordinary support of its employees who
serve in the Massachusetts National Guard and Reserve. The
presentation took place at the 2011 National Guard Diversity
Conference with General..
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PRESTIGIOUS
MEDICAL NEPHROLOGY CENTER PENS A STATEMENT
OF SUPPORT AND RECEIVES PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER
AWARDS
BOSTON, MA. March 11, 2011. The Historic City of
Boston is famous throughout the world for specialty hospitals and medical
schools. One of the foremost of the various institutions is the Tufts Medical
Center and School of Medicine. Today, MAESGR Volunteer and Eastern Area Chair,
Mr. John Pelose, traveled to the center to accomplish the signing of an ESGR
Statement of Support and to..
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FINANCIAL
SERVICES, RECORDS & IMAGING DIVISION LEADERS RECEIVE MULTIPLE PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARDS
BOSTON, MA. March 9, 2011. Army National Guard
Sergeant Oswaldo A. Vallgo is a proud member of our Nation's Armed Forces. He
is also an employee of one of America's largest Financial Corporations, John
Hancock. SGT Vallgo was very appreciative of the support he received from his...
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VNA
& HOSPICE MANAGER HONORED FOR HER SUPPORT
NORTHAMPTON, MA. March 8, 2011. Lieutenant Colonel
(LTC) Rodney Furr is a member of the U.S. Air Force Reserve and also an
employee of VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickerson Hospital in Northampton. LTC
Furr is very thankful for the support his civilian employer continues to give
for his military career. To show his...
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NEIGHBORHOOD
GROCERY STORE SIGNS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND IS HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
SOMERSET, MA. March 7, 2011. Mrs. Colleen Santos
accepted the Patriotic Employer Award on behalf of her husband Carlos, and
herself, as proprietors of Lil' Audrey's They were nominated by Army National
Guard Private First Class Jonathan F. Russell. Lil' Audrey’s is a small
neighborhood grocery market where employees are...
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BEVERLY
MA LAW PARTNERS HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARDS
BEVERLY, MA. March 04, 2011. The senior partners
of the Beverly law firm of Alexander & Femino are Tom Alexander and Len
Femino. They were visited today by MAESGR Eastern Area Chair John Pelose and
were each presented with Patriot Awards. They were honored because of their
support of...
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SPOUSE'S
GENEROUS
SUPERVISOR HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER
AWARD AND GOODIES MADE WITH LOVE
WORCESTER, MA. March 3, 2011. It was quite a
surprise when Noreen Shea-Carreau was paged to the atrium of the Notre Dame
Long Term Care Center at 559 Plantation Street in Worcester. When she arrived
she was greeted by a cake baked especially for the occasion and twenty co-workers
including Physical Therapist Danielle Kaloudis, wife of SFC...
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MASSACHUSETTS
DEFENSE CONTRACTOR RECEIVES THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA. March 1, 2011. Mr. Peter Jones is the
President of The Tenebraex Corporation in Boston MA. He was recently presented
The Patriotic Employer Award. The honor was delivered to him by MAESGR
Volunteer and Eastern MA Area Chair Mr. John Pelose. Mr. Jones was nominated
for the Award by...
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NEW
BEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT HONORED WITH THE PATRIOT AWARD
NEW BEDFORD, MA. February 25, 2011. Superintendent
of Schools Dr. Mary Lou Francis was recently presented with the Patriotic Employer
Award. Dr. Francis accepted the award on behalf of the "Whaling
City" Public Schools. The district was nominated by employee and Air
National Guard Major Eugene S. Botelho. Major Botelho stated in his nomination
of his school system: "Without any...
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MAESGR
HOLDS THEIR JANUARY QUARTERLY MEETING IN FEBRUARY
HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, BEDFORD, MA. February 24,
2011. After having the scheduled January meeting postponed due to a major
storm that left up to two feet of snow in the area, the MAESGR Committee
finally held the meeting on this date. Following a fantastic repast in the
Hanscom Minuteman Club, MA State Chair, Mr. Tom Boyle, convened the delayed
quarterly meeting of the twenty-six MAESGR Committee Members in attendance. Chairman
Boyle's first order of business was to introduce two very distinguished guests
of honor. The first...
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LOCAL
DIVISION OF ONE OF AMERICA’S LARGEST DEFENSE
CONTRACTORS RECEIVES DUAL PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARDS
TAUNTON, MA. February 22, 2011. The General
Dynamics Corporation builds or has input in just about everything needed to
defend our great nation and to support our Military Heroes. Today, volunteer
Roger Fortin and Staff Member David St. Germain traveled to the Taunton plant
of General Dynamics to present Patriotic Employer Awards to Misters John
Beausoleil and David Benoit. Both men were...
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MASSACHUSETTS
GENERAL HOSPITAL RADIOLOGY SUPERVISOR RECEIVES THE
PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA. February 17, 2011. Today was a first
for MAESGR Volunteer and Eastern Area Chair Mr. John Pelose and Employer
Outreach Coordinator Tom Mulvaney, M.D. They traveled to Massachusetts
General Hospital in Boston to present a Patriot Award to Ms. JoAnne Martino, Supervisor
of the Radiology Department in this world famous healing facility. This day
was significant because it was...
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SKILLED
CARE FACILITY DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
HONORED WITH THE PATRIOT AWARD
NEW BEDFORD, MA. February 16, 2011. Brandon Woods
of New Bedford is a premier skilled nursing center, located in the Downtown
Historic district of New Bedford. Uniquely situated on County Street, it is
directly across from the Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum, with rooms
overlooking the Historic New Bedford Harbor. Specialist Katyann Allen is a...
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COLLEGE
EXECUTIVE RECEIVES THE PATRIOT AWARD
SPRINGFIELD, MA. February 15, 2011. Western New
England College (WNEC) was founded in 1919 and currently has over 3,700
students attending the College's beautifully maintained grounds and 21 major
buildings. This was the destination for four Air National Guard (ANG) and two
MA ESGR members as they traveled to present the...
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POSTAL
SERVICE SUPERVISOR RECEIVES THE PATRIOT AWARD
SPRINGFIELD, MA. February 15, 2011. Senior Master
Sergeant (SMSgt) Keith Buckhout is not only a member of the MA Air National
Guard, he is also an employee of the U.S. Postal Service at the Springfield
Bulk Mail Center. He arrived at the facility today in his military uniform
accompanied by 2 other ANG members and 2 MA ESGR Committee members. The ANG
members present were...
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BOSTON
POLICE DEPARTMENT ROUNDS UP TWO PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER
AWARDS
BOSTON, MA. February 11, 2011. Lieutenant Colonel
Robert Dwan, U.S. Army National Guard is also a Lieutenant on The Boston
Police Department. He recently nominated Boston Police Commissioner Mr. Edward
Davis and his Supervisor, Captain John P. Greland to each receive The
Patriotic Employer award. Mr. Dwan is under...
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A
C RAYNHAM HOLDING COMPANY RECEIVES THE PATRIOT
AWARD AND HONORED WITH THE SEVEN SEALS
AWARD
TAUNTON, MA. February 10, 2011. Mr. Sebastian
Agapite is the owner and President of a very lucrative Dunkin Donuts Franchise.
Specialist Theodore Giannino of the Army National Guard's wife is an employee
of Mr. Agapite. Mr. Giannino recently nominated his wife's boss for The
Patriotic Employer Award. He stated in his recommendation of Mr. Agapite;
"While I was...
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COLLEGE
OF NURSING AND HEALTH SERVICES, U-MASS BOSTON, SIGNS
A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT AND RECEIVES A
PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BOSTON, MA. February 9, 2011. Volunteer and
Eastern Area Chair John Pelose traveled to the University of Massachusetts, Boston,
College of Nursing and Health Sciences to present a Patriot Award to Kristen
Carlson, Program Assistant...
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DIMAN
REGIONAL VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL EARNS
THE PRESTIGIOUS MAESGR SEVEN SEALS AWARD
FALL RIVER, MA. February 8, 2011. Diman Regional
Vocational Technical High School (DRVTHS) has been educating students from the
City of Fall River, MA since 1912. Father John Diman's dream of a first class
vocational school for Fall River boys only became regional high school
in the mid 60's and a co-educational school in the mid 1980's educating young
men & women from...
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LARGEST
INVESTOR OWNED UTILITY COMPANY IN MA GENERATES ANOTHER PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER
AWARD
WESTWOOD, MA. February 8, 2011. NSTAR
is the largest Massachusetts-based, investor-owned electric and gas
utility. The Company transmits and delivers electricity and natural
gas to 1.4 million customers in Eastern and Central Massachusetts, including
one million electric customers in 81 communities and 300,000 gas
customers in 51 communities. For more information, visit www.nstar.com.
Mr. Jason Henley is an employee for NSTAR and
serves proudly as...
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PHILIPS
LIFELINE MANAGER HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
FRAMINGHAM, MA. February 7, 2011. Philips Lifeline
is a company based in the Netherlands with their main U.S. Office here in
Framingham. They seek to improve the quality of people's lives through
focusing on their health and well-being. Quite simply, they want to help
people live a healthy, fulfilled life. One of their employees...
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BREWSTER
MEDITERRANEAN EATERY SERVES UP A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BREWSTER, MA. February 3, 2011. New England, and
especially Cape Cod, is well known throughout the country for its fine seafood
restaurants. Here in historic Brewster MA, The Ardeo Tuscan Tavern serves the
best of two worlds. They offer a fine seafood menu as well as a great old
world Mediterranean Fare. The proprietor, Ms. Kathy Morelli-Ardeo was...
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CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT FIRM HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
NEWTON, MA. January 28, 2011. Damon Morgan is a
proud member of the U.S. Naval Reserve. In Mr. Morgan's civilian career, he is
a proud member of the MOCA Systems Team. MOCA Systems is an innovative program
and construction management firm that specializes in project controls (cost
and schedule management) based on a break though...
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YANKEE
CANDLE SHEDS A LIGHT ON TWO PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARDS
SOUTH DEERFIELD, MA. January 26, 2011. Today here
at Yankee Candle's manufacturing facility, hundreds of employees gathered to
watch as Leslie Picard, Director of Quality and New Product Development, and
Jim Scott, Plant Manager each accept a Patriot Award. Employers qualify for
this recognition when they practice leadership and personnel policies that
support employee participation in the Guard and Reserve. The awards...
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SECURITY
SITE MANAGER HONORED WITH A PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
CAMBRIDGE, MA. January 26, 2011. Securitas USA
provides security for the Novartis Pharmaceutical Company here in Cambridge
MA. Today, MAESGR's Eastern Area Chair John Pelose traveled to the company to
present the site Account Manager, Mr. Robert "Rob" Michaud The
Patriot Award. Mr. Michaud was nominated by employee Mr. Paul Anderson who
also serves as a...
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VIDEO
GAMES DEVELOPERS SCORE THREE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARDS
QUINCY, MA. January 26, 2011. Irrational Games
builds and produces video games for computer use. One of the company
contractors is Mr. Christopher Duffey. Mr. Duffey is also a Technical Sergeant
in the U.S. Air Force Reserve. TSgt Duffey nominated three of the staff
members at Irrational Games for the Patriot Award. Today, MAESGR's South
Eastern Area Chair and Senior Ombudsman Joachim-Ingo "Ski" Borowski,
volunteer Roger Fortin and Program Support Specialist David St. Germain
traveled to...
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METALS
SERVICE ENGINEERING FIRM SIGNS A STATEMENT
OF SUPPORT AND PRESENTED A PATRIOTIC
EMPLOYER AWARD
AUBURN, MA. January 25, 2011. MAESGR Volunteer
Tony Ingrisano traveled to American Steel and Aluminum in Auburn today to
accomplish a Statement of Support commitment and to present a Patriot Award to
Supervisor Mr. Greg Egan. Signing the Statement of Support was the Firm's
General Manager, Mr. Phil Warren. MAESGR was made aware of American Steel and
Aluminum on the...
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BELMONT
POLICE DEPARTMENT ROUNDS UP A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
BELMONT, MA. January 25, 2011. U.S. Army National
Guard Captain (CPT) Benjamin Mailhot is also a police officer in this great
town. Today, with 10 other police employees present, MAESGR's South
Eastern Area Chair and Senior Ombudsman Joachim-Ingo "Ski" Borowski,
presented CPT Mailhot's Chief of Police, Richard J. McLaughlin with the
Patriot Award. CPT Mailhot wrote in...
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WHITNEY
TOWERS HONORED WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WATERTOWN, MA. January 21, 2011. Staff Sergeant
Jose Marrero, Army National Guard works in the maintenance department for
Whitney Towers here in Watertown. He nominated Ms. Mariann Pannesi for a
Patriotic Employer Award. In his nomination he stated; "I have the best
employer a person could possibly have. Not only do they support my military
career and...
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PARTNERS
AT HOME HOSPICE CARE HONORED WITH A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WALTHAM, MA. January 18, 2011. At a ceremony today
with 15 employees gathered around, Ms. Rachelle LaMaster was presented the
Patriot Award by South Eastern Area Chair and Senior Ombudsman Joachim-Ingo
"Ski" Borowski. Ms. LaMaster was nominated by employee and Navy
Chaplain Rabbi Geoffrey Haber, USNR. After accepting the award, Ms. LaMaster
stated that she and Director Gary W. Garberg and the company were...
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MEDICAL
RESPONSE COMPANY HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
NATICK, MA. January 12, 2011. Deployed guard and
reserve service members are concerned about many things while they are serving
their country. Among these concerns are family, mortgages, car payments, professional
licensures and certificates as well as their employment upon their return. Army
National Sergeant and Paramedic Michael Struppa wrote to MAESGR that...
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PHARMACEUTICAL
COMPANY FILLS AN RX FOR A PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
WESTBOROUGH, MA. January 11, 2011. Ameridose LLC
employs approximately 100 folks here in Westborough. One of their employees is
Mr. Christopher Bucchine. Mr. Bucchine is also a member of the U.S. Army
Reserve. He recently nominated his boss, Mr. Bryon O'Neill for The
Patriotic Employer Award. Today...
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HARLEY
DAVIDSON DEALERSHIP ROARS OFF WITH A PATRIOT AWARD
NORTH DARTMOUTH, MA. January 10, 2011. On August
of 2008, Mr. Daniel Desmond and his wife Martha bought "Big Boar" Harley
Davidson Dealership in Westport MA. Shortly afterward, they moved the
dealership about a mile up the highway to North Dartmouth MA. The new store, expanded
in 2010, is now almost 30,000 square feet. Minuteman Harley Davidson was...
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MATTAPOISETT
MA FIRE CHIEF HONORED WITH THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
MATTAPOISETT, MA. January 7, 2011. Mattapoisett MA
is a town of 6,500 people and is one of the towns that leads you into Cape Cod.
Mr. Brad Allen is a proud firefighter in the community and is also a Private
Second Class in the U.S. Army Reserve. Mr. Allen nominated his Chief, Andrew
Murray, for the Patriot Award. Today, MAESGR Volunteer Roger Fortin and Staff
Member Dave St. Germain traveled to...
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SPORTING
GOODS STORE MANAGER SCORES A PATRIOT AWARD
SEEKONK, MA. January 6, 2011. Dylan T. Nicholson is
an employee for Dick's Sporting Goods here in Seekonk MA. He is also a
Specialist in the Army National Guard. Mr. Nicholson wrote that his supervisor,
Ms. Nicole Algasso was a tremendous supporter to him in his pursuit of his
guard service and his employ with the sporting goods store. With five other
employees present, Ms. Algasso was...
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MANAGING
DIRECTOR AT INTERPRINT EARNS THE PATRIOT AWARD
PITTSFIELD, MA. January 4, 2011. Three MA ESGR
members traveled to the beautiful Berkshire County city of Pittsfield to
present the Patriot Award to Mr. Roland Mori, Co-Managing Director of
Interprint. Due to a business commitment Mr. Morin was not available. Receiving
the award on Mr. Morin's behalf was Mr. Bill Hines, Jr., also a Co-Managing
Director. Mr. Morin was nominated for this recognition by...
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CHICOPEE
MAYOR RECEIVES THE PATRIOT AWARD AND SIGNS A STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
CHICOPEE, MA. January 4, 2011. City Hall in the
Western Massachusetts city of Chicopee was the scene as the city's mayor
received the Patriot Award and then signed a Statement of Support to reaffirm
his strong support of city employees who also belong to the Guard or Reserve.
Mayor Michael Bissonnette was nominated for this honor by city employee
Kimberly Babin who is...
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COLER
& COLANTONIO EARNS THE PATRIOTIC EMPLOYER AWARD
NORWELL, MA. December 22, 2010. Fighting
the "War on Terror" has been a total effort by the men and
women of the Guard and Reserve. They have been working with their
active duty "Brothers & Sisters in Arms" since the
onset. It is very reassuring as a Citizen Soldier to know your
civilian co-workers and company is...
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