The Purple Heart is awarded to military members who are injured and killed in combat, through an act of terrorism or by friendly fire. It acknowledges the physical sacrifice of service to the nation.

State Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) is celebrating New York’s official designation as a Purple Heart State.

LOCKPORT, N.Y. — Niagara County officials are starting to plan for this year's Purple Heart celebration. The event will be held Aug. 3 at the Niagara County Courthouse in Lockport, where more names ...