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  • New policy on attire implemented at fitness center

    Officials have issued a new operating instruction for fitness attire at the Fitness and Sports Center. The OI establishes policies, procedures and general guidance regarding the procedures for hand carrying fitness footwear into the center.The instruction applies to all personnel who use the fitness

  • A&FRC supporting Japan earthquake, tsunami evacuees

    More than one month after disaster struck Japan, Hanscom's Airman and Family Readiness Center is helping Air Force family members on voluntary authorized departure orders.More than 7,800 family members stationed at U.S. military bases throughout Japan were flown to various U.S. locations following

  • Hanscom to celebrate Arbor Day on April 29

    For the 24th consecutive year, Hanscom is celebrating Arbor Day with a tree planting ceremony. This year, two Callery pear trees - noted for their beautiful spring blossoms and fall color - will be planted. Pear trees are especially hardy street trees and are well suited to New England's climate.

  • Council studying more options for commuters

    The 128 Business Council is conducting a survey to analyze interest in another commuter shuttle to service Hanscom. Potential routes include the Alewife MBTA station, the Park and Ride on Route 128 or Route 2 or the Anderson Regional Transportation Center in Woburn. This short survey is the first

  • AFMC surveys workforce to gauge interest in early retirement, separation

    Air Force Materiel Command will survey its civilian workforce beginning May 1 to determine how many individuals would be interested in applying for a fiscal year 2011/12 VERA/VSIP incentive program. VERA/VSIP stands for Voluntary Early Retirement Authority/Voluntary Separation Incentive Program. The

  • Forum looking for volunteers to discuss issues

    The Integrated Delivery System (IDS) and Community Action Information Board (CAIB) are hosting the 2011 Caring for People Forum on May 3 and are looking for volunteers to share their thoughts and opinions. The goal of this forum is to allow community members to identify, develop and prioritize

  • Hanscom partners with state to offer NuRide

    The base is partnering with MassRIDES and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to offer a new commuter program called NuRide. The advantage of this program is that it offers rewards. "We're excited about this new program," said Greg Cravedi, environmental specialist in the Environmental