Yarnell Hill Fire- Attribution: U.S. Department of Agriculture via Wikimedia Commons - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Two long years for the families of Granite Mountain Hotshots – Video

We Remember. Today is the 2-year anniversary of the death of Granite Mountain Hotshots It’s been two years now, a short time in relation to a lifetime but a long haul for the families, friends and neighbors of 19 brave and selfless firefighters who lost their lives in the Yarnell Hill fire. There has been… Read More

Veteran Honors - Quilt of Valor - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

What a great story! You couldn’t make this stuff up.

I started reading this story because I’m always drawn to anything awarding Veterans for their service. The Quilt of Valor is truly a heartwarming idea but reading further, this former Pastor and Military Veteran’s story is fascinating and really made me smile. What an honorable, remarkable man. By KAYNE CRISON Arizona City Independent ARIZONA CITY… Read More

3 ways to protect your credit after a data hack.

When your credit card or bank accounts are compromised by a data breach, like the ones that affected millions of Home Depot and Target consumers, take these three steps to protect yourself: #1 Watch Out For Scammers After a breach, scammers send texts,  emails and make calls that seem like they’re coming from the company… Read More

Send a Soldier a Smile, Card sending program for Military - Bill Salvaotre, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Warm the heart of a hero with the Send a Soldier a Smile Program

Send a Soldier a Smile Lynda and Mike Wooten, whose son was an Army Medic, began a little endeavor, sending Christmas cards to soldiers deployed overseas. It’s turning into a full-time occupation including Valentines Day cards and Girl Scout cookies, and holiday remembrances throughout the year. But Lynda and Mike are not slowing down. Each… Read More

The Official Memorial Day History and National Moment of Remembrance

via US Department of Veterans Affairs: Memorial Day History Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) — established Decoration Day as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with… Read More

National Police Week, Honoring Police Officers May 10-16, 2015 - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Fallen officers honored in D.C. for National Police Week – Video

National Police Week is for both remembrance of the fallen, and gratitude to all.   ~Bill 7News Boston WHDH-TV WASHINGTON- (WHDH, Boston) Thousands of police officers and families from around the country are in Washington to honor officers who died in the line of duty for National Police Week. Michelle Walker came from California to honor… Read More

Natonal Nurses Week, May 6-12, 2015 - Honoring Nurses - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

National Nurses Week – An honor that you deserve every day!

Today is the kick off of National Nurses Week. I saw the article below on the Houston Chronicle website. I wonder how often present day nurses look back at the challenging and sometimes deplorable conditions endured by their predecessors? Conditions have certainly changed but the the nurses of today still work long hours and deal… Read More

American Flag, Military, Veterans blog header - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Did you wear a Poppy in your lapel as a kid? Did you ever wonder why?

Those poppies you see everywhere around Memorial Day hold great significance. When you see them this year, take a moment to recognize the substantial price we pay for our freedom.    ~Bill Wear your poppy proudly – spread the story posted by: Peoria Times Thursday, April 9, 2015 2:44 pm Every year, American Legion Auxiliary Units… Read More

1 Eastmark, New Construction Community, Mesa Arizona - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Free Friday night concerts are back at Eastmark

Eastmark is a beautiful, brand new planned community with neighborhoods ranging from Active Adult to Luxury Homes. There’s such a variety of new construction homes that there are actually nine builders involved. Wonderful parks, entertainment and recreation areas inside and out, walking trails, and a community ambiance like no other.  I thoroughly enjoy bringing buyers… Read More

Viet Nam Veterans Patches - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day in Clarkdale. I’m going. You?

It’s never too late to say Thank You!  Will I see you there?  ~Bill ————————————————- from the Verde Independent Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day in Clarkdale CLARKDALE, AZ – On March 30, 1973, all U.S. troops withdrew from Vietnam. There were no ticker-tape parades honoring the veterans, no triumphant marches or speeches as there had… Read More