Air Force leaders target sexual assault in latest ‘Letter to Airmen’

Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Mark A. Welsh III and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy issued a tri-signature "Letter to Airmen" Nov. 16. Fellow Airmen:There is only one way to say this...there is no place for sexual assault in our

Reporting options available to abused

There are many reasons someone stays in an abusive relationship, with fear for safety and lack of resources being two of the most common reasons. To address these two issues, the Department of Defense has established options and support processes to mitigate the chances someone who needs help does

Contract award helps keep BACN airborne

The Space, Aerial and Nuclear Network Division here recently awarded a firm-fixed-price contract to Northrop Grumman Systems Corp. for long-term platform maintenance on four E-11A aircraft. The current amount awarded is $48 million, which is for a one-year base. There are four one-year options,

Commander meets with governor, industry

Photo feature: This week at Hanscom, Nov. 15

AFMC vice commander learns about Hanscom during visit

The vice commander of the Air Force Materiel Command visited Hanscom Nov. 9 for an orientation of the base and its mission.Acknowledging that it was his first time visiting the base and, because his background is more logistics-focused, Lt. Gen. Andrew Busch said his goal was to learn as much as he

Operation Best Wishes lands at Hanscom; Credit union offers opportunity for military families to connect with video greeting

Staying connected during the holidays can help bridge the distance for military members and their loved ones. Whether deployed overseas or unable to leave their duty station to be home for the holidays, it is important to reach out to those who serve.On Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. 7 p.m., Hanscom families,

Dorm council strengthens communication, builds bonds

Single Airmen living in the dorms are busy making sure life is fun, functional and furnished through the dormitory council. The council, which was formed here in July 2010, provides Airmen living in the dorms a communication tool with base leadership as well as improving dormitory life for all

Cooking a turkey safely

The holiday season is fast approaching. For most people that means family gatherings, shopping, hurrying about and food. The last thing anyone wants this holiday season is a food borne illness. Since all raw foods of animal origin carry bacteria, assume that the Thanksgiving turkey is no exception.

Photo feature: This week at Hanscom, Nov. 7