North Country Veteran Honored In Albany

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 4:21 AM

A Plattsburgh veteran was recognized at the New York State Capitol during Women Veterans Recognition Day. Assemblyman Michael Cashman hosted Air Force veteran Starr Burke, who served from 1983 to 1992, including during Desert Storm. Following her military service, Burke worked for Clinton County and helped launch the Veterans Feeding Veterans Program. She was honored […]

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