When the starting horn sounds at the Marblehead VFW on Sept. 13, runners, walkers, and ruckers will be taking steps not only for their own fitness, but also for veterans in need of service dogs. The Spirit of ’76 Patriot 5K Run/Walk/Ruck will begin at 9 a.m. at 321 West Shore Drive, raising money for Company 2 Heroes, a Marblehead-based nonprofit that trains service dogs for … [Read more...] about Race to sign up for this 5K
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VFW to fundraise for Company 2 Heroes
The Marblehead VFW will hold fundraisers for Company 2 Heroes, a nonprofit service-dog-training program for veterans. The first event, a 5K walk, run, or ‘ruck,’ will benefit veterans with PTSD by providing them with service dogs and training. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m on Sept. 14. The event later that evening will feature a live performance from … [Read more...] about VFW to fundraise for Company 2 Heroes