Sweet Serenade

Message to motorists: Break safety belt, cell phone laws? Be prepared for consequences

Members of the 66th Security Forces Squadron want to make two things perfectly clear to base drivers: buckle up and don't talk on cell phones while driving. Failure to comply with either or both of these laws will result in fines or disciplinary actions. "Security Force members are on the lookout

Adopt-a-ward visits connect current Airmen with heroes, heritage

The actions and sacrifices of past U.S. military servicemembers have allowed the current generation of servicemembers to thrive, said Master Sgt. Robert Taylor. "We must not forget those who protected our grandparents, parents and us so we can be here to wear the uniform today." In addition to his

To putt or not to putt

Aug. 3 tribute to honor deceased base personnel

Since 1991, Hanscom has taken one day each year to pay special tribute to deceased members of the Hanscom community. This year the names of three "Hanscom family" members will be memorialized in Hanscom Heroes Memorial Park Aug. 3 with a bronze plaque and tree dedication in their honor. "The

Airman missing 28 years comes home

For nearly 30 years, the family of deceased Staff Sgt. Donald Michaud, who was assigned to Detachment 3 of the 322nd Airlift Division, Hellenikon Air Base, Greece, at the time of his death in 1978, have been waiting his return home. The sergeant returned to New England July 18 to be laid to rest

Gym construction continues

New nurse heads base Civilian Health Promotion Program

Hanscom civilians have a new weapon against heart disease, diabetes, obesity and other health concerns -- new nurse coordinator and health educator, Deanne Casey. Ms. Casey, a registered nurse assigned to Hanscom by Federal Occupational Health, a component of the Department of Health and Human

School physicals available at clinic

School physical appointments are available now through September at the Base Clinic.The 66th Medical Group has designated more than 75 appointments each week through Sept. 14 as "school physical" only slots. In addition, the 66 MDG will offer more than 300 school physical appointments from July 16

Number of base fires increasing

The Hanscom Fire Department has responded to 10 fires on base since January. All 10 fires were relatively small and resulted in little monetary loss, however, the fire department encourages the community to be more cautious and aware of the dangers of fire, said 66th Mission Support Group Fire