From helping veterans with benefit paperwork to advocating on their behalf in Congress, local American Legion officials say the organization works to support those who have served their country. But ...

The average age of an American Legion member in New Hyde Park is near 70. The group’s members say that needs to change if the organization is to survive. “It’s getting difficult,” said Rainer Burger, ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Eight individuals were recently commended by the American Legion of Richmond County during its 106th Annual Convention. The sense of community and brotherhood was palpable at the ...