It was a powerful moment inside the State Capitol in Albany this week, as a new flag was unveiled with a message that hits home for many families across New York.
New York recently joined the likes of Ohio, Virginia and Washington with a designation as a Purple Heart State, and this honor was celebrated at the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor in New Windsor.
Veteran’s Day is a federal holiday, which means a lot of things across the Hudson Valley will be taking a break to honor those who served, but some will remain open.