Veterans in northern New York, including American Legion Post 1619, raised $5,000 for the Battlefield Memorial Gateway in Plattsburgh. Efforts include raffling a donated camper and other contributions have raised over $25,000 in total. The project’s second phase, featuring a remembrance plaza, amphitheater, veterans walk, and children’s play area, aims for completion by the U.S.’s 250th birthday in 2026.