Dogs Gone Raw

08/27/2024

Thursday 8/29 Milford to Dennis

08/19/2024

Wednesday 8/21 Framingham, Newton, Dedham

08/19/2024

08/19/2024

Wednesday 8/21 Milford to Dennis

08/15/2024

Good morning
Sunday morning 8/18 Lowell, Littleton Leominster

07/29/2024

Happy Monday, Thursday 8/1 Milford to Dennis

07/26/2024

Yearly, Big Nick's Ride for the Fallen gifts our es**rt team a memorable THANK YOU gift as a small token of our appreciation.

THANK YOU Shepley Wood Products for sponsoring the aluminum limited edition tumblers for the BIG NICK'S RIDE FOR THE FALLEN XV motorcycle es**rt unit.💙🖤

We truly appreciate your support 🇺🇲💚
(Unfortunately these are not available to purchase)

07/25/2024

Let us know if you would like to place an order 🐾

MANCHESTER NH ---> VERMONT

07/23/2024

Thursday 7/25 Milford to Dennis

07/23/2024

Wednesday 7/24 Hudson, Hooksett NH,Burlington Lowell, Leominster

07/21/2024

WHY WE RIDE
Honoring the Cape Cod Fallen 16
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Nicholas George Xiarhos, age 21.

United States Marine Corps Corporal Nicholas George Xiarhos 21, died of wounds sustained during combat operations in Afghanistan's Helmand province while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Despite his courageous fight and the valiant efforts of those treating him, Nicholas succumbed to his wounds caused by a roadside bomb.

Born on February 12, 1988, in Hyannis, Nicholas was the beloved first child of Yarmouth Police Lt. Steven Xiarhos and Lisa Xiarhos of Yarmouthport. He was the older brother to Alexander, 19, and twin sisters Ashlynne and Elizabeth, 15.

Nicholas attended Yarmouth schools and excelled in Yarmouth Little League baseball. He graduated from Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School in 2006, where he was a Student Ambassador and played baseball and football. Known as "The Mayor of D-Y" for his kindness and ability to connect with everyone, Nicholas was remembered for his selflessness and love for helping others.

He had a passion for music, particularly hard rock, and enjoyed video games, driving his Jeep, and spending time with his family and friends. Nicholas's desire to serve his country was ignited by the events of September 11, 2001. Nine days after graduating high school, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps and earned the title of U.S. Marine on September 22, 2006.

Nicholas's first tour of duty was in Iraq's Anbar province with the 1st Battalion 9th Marine Regiment, "The Walking Dead." His life and 49 others were saved in April 2008 by the heroic actions of Marine Cpl. Jonathan Yale and Lance Corporal Jordan Haerter, who prevented a su***de bomber's truck from entering their Marine outpost.

Nicholas rose through the ranks from Private First Class to Lance Corporal and was meritoriously promoted to Corporal in March 2009. He deployed to Afghanistan to fight alongside his fellow Marine and D-Y classmate Cpl. Andrew Coville. Nicholas personally met President Obama at Camp Lejeune in 2009, who acknowledged the sacrifices of the Marines preparing for war in Afghanistan.

At the time of his death on July 23, 2009, Nicholas was serving as an Infantry Assaultman Shoulder Launched Multi-Purpose Assault Weapon (SMAW) Gunner, Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) Gunner, and Squad Leader with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment Weapons Company. His awards include a Meritorious Mast Award, Good Conduct Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, National Defense Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Combat Action Ribbon, Naval Unit Citation, and the Purple Heart, awarded posthumously.

Nicholas is survived by his grandparents, Joyce and John Ratcliffe of South Yarmouth; eight aunts and uncles; and eight cousins. Predeceased by his grandparents Olga and George Xiarhos of New Bedford, Nicholas was a peacemaker dedicated to protecting those in need. His last words to his mother from Afghanistan were, "Don't worry about me Mom ... I'm living the dream."

Today, as we ride in his memory, we honor Nicholas's legacy of bravery, kindness, and selfless service. May his spirit continue to inspire us all to make a difference.

Please join us as over 1,000 motorcyclists from all over America ride to honor and remember all of the Cape Cod Fallen 16 and all who have served and defended our great nation for the 15th Annual Big Nick’s Ride for the Fallen.

For more information about Big Nick’s Ride visit www.BigNicksRide.org

Faith
Family
Friends
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Freedom
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Keep Living the Dream…

BIG NICK’S RIDE XV
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The Nicholas G. Xiarhos Memorial Fund
Gold Star Families
Massachusetts State Police
Cape Cod Regional Motorcycle Unit
Barnstable County Sheriff's Office
BIG NICK'S RIDE FOR THE FALLEN XV
Big Nick's Ride Weekend | Sea Dog Cape Cod
Veterans Lunch Box
Sea Dog Brew Pub- Cape Cod
Canney Dean

07/21/2024

07/17/2024

DARK.... GREEN..... LUSH.... grass for all of our wonderful clients and their properties. From season start to finish we maintain a healthy manicured lawn rain or drought we.

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07/16/2024

Thursday 7/18 Milford to Dennis

07/16/2024

Last call for tomorrow 7/17 Framingham/Dedham

07/11/2024

Created with the Heyzine flipbook maker

07/01/2024

Wednesday a.m. Milford to Dennis

07/01/2024

Tuesday 7/2 Littleton, Lowell, Leominster

06/24/2024

Shared from Dr. Karen Becker

"WE ALL AGREE WITH NO MORE UNWANTED LITTERS. We should consider newer, safer alternatives than a traditional gonadectomies to prevent long-term health concerns.

The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA)🏥 has just announced their new spay & neuter guidelines.🙀 Due to growing evidence of adverse health effects of traditional gonadectomy (spay/neuter) and increases in cancers and joint disorders, WSAVA suggest the best practice for RESPONSIBLE pet parents is to leave dogs and cats unaltered (intact). Additionally noting, spaying or neutering a dog younger than 6 months of age is NOT recommended because of an increase of detrimental health risks. Acknowledging in some circumstances, such as rescues and shelters, where leaving an animal intact is not an option, they stress the importance of education and acceptance of newer, alternative sterilization techniques that have less long-term health concerns. 🙌"

06/24/2024

WHY WE RIDE
On behalf of everyone at Big Nick's Ride for the Fallen, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for the wonderful letters and cards we have received from so many organizations that we have helped throughout the year. Your words of gratitude mean so much to us and remind us of the special impact we are able to make together.
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Family
Friends
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Freedom
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We are an all volunteer organization and family that is dedicated to remembering our fallen and honoring all that serve and defend our great nation.
Let’s make BNR XV the Biggest and Best ever!!! Be there—July 21, 2024!!!
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The Nicholas G. Xiarhos Memorial Fund
Big Nick's Ride for the Fallen
The Cape Cod Foundation
Gold Star Families
Cycle Services
Baskin's Ace Hardware
Todd's Auto Repair
Friends of Bourne COA/Friends Food Pantry
West Barnstable Firefighters Relief Association
Parents Supporting Parents
Companion Animal Program
Cape Cod Council of Churches
Sandwich Food Pantry
Special Olympics Massachusetts
Learn To Cope
Cape Abilities
St. George Greek Orthodox Church of Cape Cod
Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Center
Marstons Mills Village Association
Massachusetts Military Support Foundation Inc.
The Sandwich Recreation Department

06/23/2024

WHY WE RIDE🇺🇲⭐️🏍💨
The 2024 BIG NICK'S RIDE FOR THE FALLEN XV ride wristbands are now available!!!

THANK YOU Baskin's Ace Hardware, Cycle Services, Cape Cod Harley-Davidsonand Todd's Auto Repair for your continued support .

We Ride, Honor and Remember on July 21, 2024
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Big Nick's Ride for the Fallen
The Nicholas G. Xiarhos Memorial Fund

06/23/2024

Monday 6/24 146-Providence