Young Marines of Westchester

Latest News and Articles

This week's Patch Whiz Kids are: the Young Marines of Westchester
Posted by WebSgt on 09 Apr 2011 :: Last Updated: 10 Apr 2011 :: 824 Views
- Photo Credit Dina SciortinoBy Dina SciortinoWhitePlains.Patch.comMarch 9, 2011 Each week, White Plains Patch will seek suggestions from readers for individual kids, youth groups, teens, and even sports teams that wow us with their accomplishments. We want to hear about these amazing children and teens and select one (or one group) each week as the Patch Whiz Kid. Submit your nomination...Read Full Story...
Support our Young Marines!
Posted by WebSgt on 30 Dec 2008 :: Last Updated: 30 Dec 2008 :: 1821 Views
Many of you may have received the Marine Corps League National Commandant's request to support the National Young Marines program due to the large cut in Federal monies that had previously been granted to it. Your individual support is necessary. Maximize your support dollars!Consider donating to a Young Marines unit in your area / region. Your donation will be going to all the youngs...Read Full Story...
Young Marines At Yankee Stadium
Posted by WebSgt on 12 Sep 2007 :: Last Updated: 26 Nov 2007 :: 1900 Views
The New York Yankees vs. the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium, the House the "Ruth Built" seems like any ordinary day in July. But, July 17, 2007 was a special day for four Young Marines of White Plains. The Young Marines were invited perform the game’s opening ceremonies Color Guard. The four Young Marines, (pictured left to right) GySgt Shirley Perez, Sgt Donald Wemer, Sgt Paola Toledo,...Read Full Story...
Young Marine Code of Conduct
Posted by WebSgt on 25 Mar 2007 :: Last Updated: 26 Nov 2007 :: 3283 Views
Young Marine Code of Conduct Article I: I am an American youth, proud of my country and our way of life. I am prepared to dedicate myself to educating others and myself in the history, traditions, and institutions thereof. I will do my best to live by the core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. Article II: I will never let another Young Marine down of my own accord. If in-charge, I...Read Full Story...
Young Marines Promote Healthy, Drug-Free Lifestyles
Posted by WebSgt on 24 Oct 2006 :: Last Updated: 26 Nov 2007 :: 2293 Views
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23, 2006 - Ask any member of the Young Marines and they'll tell you their organization instructs young people how be responsible, drug-free, citizens. Established in 1958, the Young Marines is a nonprofit youth organization that teaches young people from ages 8 to 18 how to gain self-confidence and be responsible, group spokesman Roberto P. Oviedo, 20, from Alexandria, Va., said ...Read Full Story...
Young Marines build friendships, increase culture during International Exchange
Posted by WebSgt on 22 Jul 2004 :: Last Updated: 26 Nov 2007 :: 2485 Views
Submitted by: New York City Public AffairsStory Identification #: 20047228445Story by Cpl. Beth Zimmerman NEW YORK (July 22, 2004) -- Teenagers from eight different countries talked earnestly to each other, sometimes tripping over the end of each other's sentences, as they eagerly learned about their counterparts. Questions and recommendations flavored with one accent after another bounced aroun...Read Full Story...