Wenham designated Purple Heart Community
Wenham Veterans Committee confirmed the town's Purple Heart Community status approved by the Select Board.
Veterans Committee · Meeting of July 14, 2026
Wenham Veterans Committee confirmed the town's Purple Heart Community status approved by the Select Board. Vionnettie Chipperini, Veterans Services Officer for Cape Ann Veterans Services, reported the designation and announced Military Service Day set for Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Patton residence. The Committee discussed ongoing Civil War Memorial restoration, expected for completion in September with a dedication ceremony planned for Veterans Day in November.
Members unanimously approved the June 9, 2026, meeting minutes, and the Treasurer's Report was deferred to the August 11 meeting.
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Source: the Veterans Committee meeting of July 14, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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