RSVP Deadline Extended for Blair Co. Vietnam War Commemoration Nov. 8

The deadline to RSVP has been extended for Vietnam War era veterans who want to attend a Nov. 8 commemoration in Blair County.

Veterans and their families are asked to RSVP by Monday, Oct. 28.

Those who need a form to RSVP can contact Jennifer Mearkle at (814) 656-6081 or send an email to Jennifer.Mearkle@mail.house.gov, or call Deb Pensyl Reasy at (814) 695-2398 or send an email to dreasy@pahousegop.com.

Eligible attendees or a designee from their family can receive a Vietnam veteran lapel pin being distributed as the nation marks five decades since the war.

The free event at 1 p.m. Friday...