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  • Close really only counts in hand grenades

         During November's drill weekend, the 111th Security Force Squadron held familiarization training on the usage of hand grenades. The hands-on training highlighted safety, how and  when to use this weapon and confidence building practice.     "Beyond the wow factor, grenades are ideal for

  • Homeland Response Force receives certification in Pennsylvania

    Mock scenario:  A huge tanker truck carrying potential lethal chemical agents has just exploded in a heavily populated area in Nowheresville, USA. The event immediately spurs panic, chaos and disbelief among the residents. State and local emergency  response forces are overwhelmed as the possibility

  • 201st RED HORSE successfully hurdles ORI

         November 16 marked the beginning of the much awaited Phase II of the Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI) for the 201st RED HORSE Squadron in Fort Indiantown Gap. The four day higher headquarters inspection would assess the unit's ability to function in war-time scenarios, chemical and

  • 270th EIS rolls out

         On Nov. 10, members of the 270th Engineering Installation Squadron arrived early in the morning to make final preparations for their overseas deployment. This was the second of two separate deploying blocks. The dreary day did not hamper the excitement and anticipation of the two dozen members

  • Wing guardsmen honored at annual retirement ceremony

         Members of the 111th Fighter Wing, Pa. Air National Guard, who retired in 2010, were recognized at an annual Retirement Ceremony held Mar. 5, 2011 in the Headquarters Auditorium, Building 203, Willow Grove Air Reserve Station, Pa. Each retiree received a plaque, a retirement certificate, a

  • Rapone assumes command of 270th EIS

         Surrounded by family, friends and members of the 111th Fighter Wing, 270th Engineering Installation Squadron Commander Lt. Col. Mike Kierod passed the guidon to incoming commander Lt. Col. Geno Rapone, 201st RED HORSE Squadron, Detachment 1, at a change of command ceremony held here Jun. 4,

  • Communications flight stays sharp for any emergency situation

         Team members of the 111th Communications Flight set up their mobile communication hub on Jun. 4, 2011 to run personnel through the steps of its set-up and operation, which is required on a reoccurring basis. The Joint Incident Site Communication Capability (JISCC) kit offers a unique dimension

  • Guard Day at the State Capitol

         On June 14th, Flag Day, representatives from a variety of Pennsylvania Air and Army guard units met at the state capitol in Harrisburg. An estimated 75 military members and select military equipment contractors enlightened state representatives, state employees and visitors as to the diverse

  • Fox 29 honors military with 'Good Day Philadelphia' tribute

         For the third consecutive year, Fox 29 shut down an entire block of Market Street in front of their television studio and hosted a special edition of Good Day Philadelphia Sept. 9, paying tribute to armed forces serving our country locally and abroad. The event was first held in November (to