‘It was amazing how quickly you transition to the lifesaving training’
When David Gerig enlisted in the Air Force 22 years ago, he immediately knew what he wanted to do.
“The military has teams that specialized in removing and disposing of dangerous explosives, and I was...
Unique surgery gives sergeant new life after crippling war wounds
Sergeant Michael Daley’s nightmare began on a particular day in 2011.
He was serving with the U.S. Army in Iraq. Daley and members of his unit were on a routine drive through Zarghun Shahr in...
US Foods helping military families dealing with food insecurity
US Foods is putting its money where its mouth is when it comes to supporting hunger relief for military families.
A lot of money.
The nationwide food distribution company has donated $250,000 to the Military Family...
Military OneSource’s 12-step guide to securing a job in the civilian sector
If you are an active-duty service member and you are not far from your transition to the civilian world, Military OneSource has compiled a 12-step guide that outlines the crucial things you will need...
Warrior Bike Tour to raise money for health care and quality of life programs...
Whether you are a serious bicyclist or a casual rider, it will be worth your while to pull out your biking gear, pump up your tires and get ready to enjoy a beautiful fall...
Latest Pentagon report on military suicides is not good news
The Department of Defense’s report on military suicides for calendar year 2023 was released last week and the news is not good.
A total of 523 service members died by suicide during 2023 compared to...
This is Fleet Week — and active-duty military and veterans can ride for free...
This is Fleet Week in the New York-New Jersey area, and, in recognition of this celebration, all active-duty military personnel, veterans and reserve members of the military and national guard can ride the New...
Lakehurst Naval Station Commander wants to restore classic cathedral so it can be “used...
The Cathedral of the Air stands near the entrance to the Lakehurst Naval Station, the U.S. Navy component of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. It is an elegant, non-denominational monument to faith and fellowship built by...
Veterans are waging silent battle with mental health: What we can do to help
According to the 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report, in 2021, the veteran suicide rate was between 6.7 and 46.3 per 100,000 across all races (Black, Asian, Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, white and American Indian...
Companies emphasize ease of transition for potential military hires at Joint Base job fair
Military life is challenging in countless ways, but the last great challenge faced by most men and women in uniform is the transition to civilian life.
That is why many of the 75 businesses that...
