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  • 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

  • AFAF charity spotlight: AFVF assists officers’ widows

    The Air Force Assistance Fund, running now through May 6, is a way for Air Force members to help their own in times of need. To date, Hanscom has raised $8,349 toward the goal of $21,157. There are four main charities supported by the AFAF. This week's spotlight is the Air Force Village Foundation.

  • Hanscom Olympics: friendly competition among organizations

    Hanscom military and civilian personnel will compete during the first week of May for bragging rights and to earn points for the coveted Commander's Cup trophy during the 2011 Hanscom Olympics held May 2 to 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. each day.After the opening ceremonies on May 2, the competition opens with

  • AFAS: supported by the Air Force, serving the Air Force

    The Air Force Assistance Fund campaign kicked off here March 28 and will run through May 6. The campaign offers service members an opportunity to lend support to fellow Airmen who stand in need. AFAF benefits four charities committed to supporting Airmen and their families through difficult times.