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Thursday, December 31, 2009

 

USCG NewsBreak -Thursday, December 31, 2009

Coast Guard plans two investigations into tug grounding

Boston officials concerned about Yemen shipments

Toledo firefighters, Coast Guard practice ice rescue

Sailboat capsizes off Golden Gardens, two swim to shore

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These links are provided as an administrative convenience. The Coast Guard does not officially endorse the linked sites, the linked site owners, or the linked site owners' products or services. Users of linked articles are subject to any applicable original copyright restrictions. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 Mike Lutz at 202-372-4614 or Michael.Lutz@uscg.mil

You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/


 

DVIDS News - Thursday, December 31, 2009

1) "Engineers Improve Ammo Supply Point"
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2) "Team Provides Expertise to Afghan Workers"
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3) "Sailor Finds Unique Way to Improve Marine Morale"
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4) "Air Drops Deliver Precious Supplies to 1st Battalion..."
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5) "General Stultz Holds Town Hall Meeting in Kuwait"
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6) "Provincial Reconstruction Team Commanders' Conferenc..."
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7) "Soldiers Receive Important Visitors, Generally Speaking"
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8) "1/6 Returns to Afghanistan; Deployment Veterans Guid..."
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9) "Indiana Guard Reserve Helps National Guard Soldiers ..."
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009

 

DVIDS News - Wednesday, December 30, 2009

1) "Chaplains Bring Faith to Remote Locations"
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2) "Soldier Downtime Leads to Impromptu Modern Army Comb..."
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3) "Operational Update, Dec. 29 "
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4) "'Enduring' Aircraft Ramp Opens at Camp Lemonnier "
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43227>

5) "Support From Home Boosts Troop Morale Through Video ..."
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43231>

6) "Motivated Soldiers Receive Praises for By-the-book A..."
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7) "Chapel Community Shares Reason for the Season"
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8) "UK Flagged MV St. James Park Pirated in Gulf of Aden"
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9) "Face of Defense: Sailor Battles Malnutrition in Afgh..."
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10) "Basketball Game Brings KFOR, Kosovo Players Together"
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11) "'Black Jack's' Last Flight Home"
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12) "61st Chemical Company "
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13) "15th Sust. Bde. Hosts Personnel Conference"
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14) "Transfer of Partnership"
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15) "Female Marines, Sailors Assist Afghan Women"
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43262>

16) "Marine Engineers Fortify Observation Posts in Afghan..."
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43228>

17) "The Glue of a Platoon"
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* Pirates & Piracy *

1) "UK Flagged MV St. James Park Pirated in Gulf of Aden"
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USCG NewsBreak - Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Investigation into tugboat grounding on Bligh Reef begins
Fatal car accident claims life of man who served at NB Coast Guard
Coast Guard runs 2 probes of grounding
Coast Guard delivers salmon to Kotzebue
Coast Guard rescues boaters from Tampa Bay
Happy 100th, CGA
Flood waters down; waterway reopened
Surfer rescued off Tybee Island
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These links are provided as an administrative convenience. The Coast Guard does not officially endorse the linked sites, the linked site owners, or the linked site owners' products or services. Users of linked articles are subject to any applicable original copyright restrictions.
Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 Mike Lutz at 202-372-4614 or Michael.Lutz@uscg.mil .
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/


Tuesday, December 29, 2009

 

DVIDS News - Tuesday, December 29, 2009

1) "Holidays on the Forward Operating Base"
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2) "591st Military Police Company Trains Iraqi Law Enfor..."
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43205>

3) "Official Commends Yemeni Government for Taking on Al..."
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43210>

4) "Brothers Reunite for Christmas"
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43198>

5) "Two Inducted Into Audie Murphy Club"
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43189>

6) "Afghan District Governor Hails Rebuilding Projects"
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7) "Corpsmen Provide Medical Care to Local Afghan Villagers"
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Navy News Service for Tuesday, December 29, 2009

NNS091229-08. PCU New Mexico Delivered to Navy Four Months Early
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50357

NNS091229-05. UK Flagged MV St. James Park Pirated in the Gulf of Aden
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50354

NNS091229-02. JSOTF-P Conducts Bomb Training with the Philippine National Police
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50350

NNS091229-03. NIOC Team Shapes BHR ARG Understanding of the Maritime Domain
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50353

NNS091229-01. Aircraft Ramp Opens at Camp Lemonnier
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50351

DNU -- Headlines from around the fleet: The Navy Midshipmen are scheduled to
play Missouri in the Texas Bowl Dec. 31; The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
program offers free tax-filing services for service members.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13704

DNU -- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program services are not only for active
duty service members.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13705

DNU -- Comedians entertain Sailors serving in Bahrain.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13706

DNU -- USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) career counselors educate first-term Sailors
about Perform To Serve.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13707

DNU -- San Francisco offers a variety of port of call attractions.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13703

DNU -- Civilians send holiday greetings to service members.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13708

NNS091229-07. Current Daily News Update
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50355

NNS011214-13. This Day in Naval History - Dec. 29
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=377

Eye on the Fleet - U.S. Navy Photo of The Day
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http://www.navy.mil/list_single.asp?id=79558

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Navy News Service is the official news wire service of the U.S. Navy, containing
stories recently posted to the Navy Web site at
www.navy.mil. It is a product of
the Defense Media Activity - Anacostia, 2713 Mitscher Rd. SW, Anacostia Annex,
D.C., 20373-5819. Reprints should be credited to the Navy News Service (NNS).

For the latest in Navy news from around the fleet, visit www.navy.mil.

For all Navy-related questions, review the FAQs posted at www.navy.mil or visit
www.history.navy.mil.

Media queries should be directed to the Navy News Desk at (703) 697-5342.

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Monday, December 28, 2009

 

USCG NewsBreak - Monday, December 28, 2009

Coast Guard suspends search for plane down in the Bahamas

Coast Guard Academy wants public to join in centennial celebration

Witness says Coast Guard vessel was going 'too fast' before fatal San Diego ...

Tug grounds on Bligh Reef

Coast Guard Foundation honors Lockheed Martin

Cutter Mackinaw gearing up for icebreaking season

Bridge destruction set for today

These links are provided as an administrative convenience. The Coast Guard does not officially endorse the linked sites, the linked site owners, or the linked site owners' products or services. Users of linked articles are subject to any applicable original copyright restrictions. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 Mike Lutz at 202-372-4614 or Michael.Lutz@uscg.mil .

You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/


 

DVIDS News - Monday, December 28, 2009

1) "Soldier and Scholar"
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2) "Georgia Citizen-Soldier Earns Second Combat Badge "
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3) "Now Zad Governor Returns to Promising Future"
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4) "Task Force 296 Providing Security at Iraq's Border"
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Navy News Service for Monday, December 28, 2009

NNS091224-07. President Obama Calls Corpsman on USS Rentz
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50338

NNS091228-02. US Sailor in Afghanistan Receives Call from President Obama
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50342

DNU -- Headlines from around the fleet: Suicide prevention is key during
holiday season; The Navy revises its family care plan policy.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13697

NNS091228-06. Flag Officer Announcement
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50348

NNS091228-07. Moms Send Holiday Gifts to Deployed Strike Group Sailors
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50341

NNS091228-04. JSOTF-P Brightens Spirits at Social Development Center
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50339

DNU -- Assault Craft Unit-5 Sailors conduct readiness training.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13698

DNU -- Naval Oceanography Modern Warfare Center hosts Japanese military.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13699

DNU -- Globetrotters entertain Rota, Spain Sailors.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13700

DNU -- Civilians send holiday greetings to service members.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13702

DNU -- Sasebo Sailors stay fit during the holiday season.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13701

NNS091228-08. Current Daily News Update
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50349

NNS011214-12. This Day in Naval History - Dec. 28
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=376

Eye on the Fleet - U.S. Navy Photo of The Day
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http://www.navy.mil/list_single.asp?id=79538

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Navy News Service is the official news wire service of the U.S. Navy, containing
stories recently posted to the Navy Web site at
www.navy.mil. It is a product of
the Defense Media Activity - Anacostia, 2713 Mitscher Rd. SW, Anacostia Annex,
D.C., 20373-5819. Reprints should be credited to the Navy News Service (NNS).

For the latest in Navy news from around the fleet, visit www.navy.mil.

For all Navy-related questions, review the FAQs posted at www.navy.mil or visit
www.history.navy.mil.

Media queries should be directed to the Navy News Desk at (703) 697-5342.

-USN-



Sunday, December 27, 2009

 

DVIDS News - Sunday, December 27, 2009

1) "Iraq to Everest: Red Bull Medic Aims for Earth's Hig..."
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2) "Sharing the Partners"
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43164>

3) "Female Engagement Team Helps Establish Connection Be..."
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43167>

4) "Marines Make the Most With the Least During Christma..."
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5) "Proud California Guardsmen Watch Their English Club ..."
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Saturday, December 26, 2009

 

DVIDS News - Saturday, December 26, 2009

1) "NFL Flags Needed for Troop Morale"
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2) "Spartans Bring Holiday Cheer to Local Children"
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43146>

3) "USS Wasp Brings Families Together for Christmas Cheer"
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43149>

4) "JSOTF-P Brightens Spirits at Social Development Center "
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43137>

5) "1218th Transportation Company Truck Doctors"
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Friday, December 25, 2009

 

DVIDS News - Friday, December 25, 2009

1) "Mail Clerks Act As Santa's Little Helpers During Hol..."
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2) "'Good Goals' Keep Soldier on Track"
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3) "IJC Operational Update, Dec. 24: Militants Detained ..."
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43113>

4) "CJTF-HOA Extends Itself to Djiboutian Businesses"
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43115>

5) "USO Offers Respite From Traveling Frenzy "
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43123>

6) "1/3 Marines Rescue Car From Nawa Canal"
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43135>

7) "Cav. Band Prepares for Final Performance"
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43117>

8) "Home for the Holidays: Despite Bad Weather and Limit..."
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9) "Santa Makes a Run for It at JBB"
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10) "Service Members Go Face to Face at X-Mas Bash Extrav..."
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11) "Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff Leads USO Tour to ..."
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Thursday, December 24, 2009

 

USCG NewsBreak -Thursday, December 24, 2009

'No excuse' for deadly crash, says attorney

Coast Guard rescues three men off sinking boat in gulf

Ex-Norwich resident nominated to lead Coast Guard

Much blame to share in Coast Guard crash

2 Coast Guardsmen burned by acid

Coast Guard searching for missing boaters

Nantucket Coast Guard Crew makes holiday wreath for Brant Point Lighthouse

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These links are provided as an administrative convenience. The Coast Guard does not officially endorse the linked sites, the linked site owners, or the linked site owners' products or services. Users of linked articles are subject to any applicable original copyright restrictions. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 Mike Lutz at 202-372-4614 or Michael.Lutz@uscg.mil.

You can now view HQ NewsBreak at:

http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/


 

Navy News Service for Thursday, December 24, 2009

DNU -- Headlines from around the fleet: Navy encourages safe firearm practices;
Navy releases new and updated personnel qualification standards for the Yeoman
rating.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13686

DNU -- Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, sends a holiday message to Sailors and
Marines.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13687

NNS091224-02. Navy Experts Answer Your Questions on the Post-9/11 GI Bill
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50329

NNS091224-01. CJTF-HOA Extends Itself to Djiboutian Businesses
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50334

DNU -- Packages boost morale during holidays.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13688

NNS091224-04. Stennis AMOs Get New Warfare Pin
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50331

NNS091224-03. Sailors Make the Holidays Bright Through Children's Smiles
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50333

DNU -- The Sasebo United Service Organizations receives a new operations
manager.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13689

DNU -- Golf Course boosts morale for North Island Sailors.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13685

DNU -- Civilians send holiday greetings to service members.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13690

NNS091224-06. Current Daily News Update
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50335

NNS011214-08. This Day in Naval History - Dec. 24
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=372

Eye on the Fleet - U.S. Navy Photo of The Day
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http://www.navy.mil/list_single.asp?id=79512

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Navy News Service is the official news wire service of the U.S. Navy, containing
stories recently posted to the Navy Web site at
www.navy.mil. It is a product of
the Defense Media Activity - Anacostia, 2713 Mitscher Rd. SW, Anacostia Annex,
D.C., 20373-5819. Reprints should be credited to the Navy News Service (NNS).

For the latest in Navy news from around the fleet, visit www.navy.mil.

For all Navy-related questions, review the FAQs posted at www.navy.mil or visit
www.history.navy.mil.

Media queries should be directed to the Navy News Desk at (703) 697-5342.

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Wednesday, December 23, 2009

 

Navy News Service for Wednesday, December 23, 2009

NNS091223-06. Exercise Iron Magic Concludes in Arabian Gulf
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50319

NNS091223-11. Bremerton Corpsman Battles Malnutrition in Afghanistan
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50309

NNS091223-09. Fast-Track Field Experimentation Program Accelerates Delivery of
Tools to the Battlefield
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50085

NNS091223-01. NSWC Collaboration Leads to Rapid Technology Fielding
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50322

NNS091223-08. MESF Command and Control Division 24 Set to Deploy
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50320

NNS091223-02. Lincoln Marks 41 Days DUI Free
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50327

NNS091223-07. Flag Officer Announcement
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50330

DNU -- Naval Station Rota's new school liaison officer helps students and
parents with school-related concerns.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13679

DNU -- Headlines from around the fleet: Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Gary
Roughead releases his latest podcast; USS Wasp (LHD 1) returns from deployment.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13680

DNU -- Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Rick West talks about being
prepared and safe during holiday travels.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13681

DNU -- Marines at Naval Station Norfolk take donations for Toys for Tots.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13682

DNU -- Fleet Activities Sasebo frocks Sailors.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13683

DNU -- Service members get Holiday shoutouts from home.
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http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13684

NNS091223-13. Daily News Update
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http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50332

NNS011214-07. This Day in Naval History - Dec. 23
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=371

Eye on the Fleet - U.S. Navy Photo of The Day
--
http://www.navy.mil/list_single.asp?id=79512

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stories recently posted to the Navy Web site at
www.navy.mil. It is a product of
the Defense Media Activity - Anacostia, 2713 Mitscher Rd. SW, Anacostia Annex,
D.C., 20373-5819. Reprints should be credited to the Navy News Service (NNS).

For the latest in Navy news from around the fleet, visit www.navy.mil.

For all Navy-related questions, review the FAQs posted at www.navy.mil or visit
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Media queries should be directed to the Navy News Desk at (703) 697-5342.

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DVIDS News - Wednesday, December 23, 2009

1) "Married Aviators Live Their Dream of Flying"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43020>

2) "Riverine Squadron Gets Anti-improvised Explosive Device"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43021>

3) "MASCAL Tests Medical Resources"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43022>

4) "Trooper Puts Language Skills to Good Use"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43025>

5) "Seabees Renovate School in Djibouti"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43029>

6) ""Team Wagonmasters" and "Lowe's Heroes" Build Someth..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43040>

7) "EOD Run Memorializes Fallen Iraqi Counter Explosive ..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43048>

8) "New Life Saving Course Offers Up-to-date, Realistic ..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43051>

9) "Afghan Army Secures Ghabi Khail"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43054>

10) "First Female Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer Retires"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43065>

11) "From Dawn to Dusk Soldiers Work to Accomplish Every ..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43067>

12) "'Spartans' Transfer Authority to 'Sky Soldiers'"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43056>

13) "'Wagonmasters' Meet Old Friend, Bring Gifts to Children"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43058>

14) "6th Battalion, 101st Combat Aviation Brigade Boeing ..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43049>



Tuesday, December 22, 2009

 

Navy News Service for Tuesday, December 22, 2009

NNS091222-08. CNO Releases Podcast on AF-PAK Program, Ride 2 Recovery
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50325

NNS091222-01. Additional Seabee Battalions Deploying to Afghanistan
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50316

NNS091222-02. Wasp Returns Home Wrapping up Southern Partnership Station-Amphib
2009
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50321

NNS091222-07. Purple Heart Recipient Receives a Quilt of Valor
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50323

NNS091222-06. Sasebo Designated Drivers Enjoy Perks of Sobriety
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50318

DNU -- Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead bicycles in support of
injured veterans.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13674

DNU -- Headlines from around the fleet: USS Independence (LCS 2) delivered to
Navy; Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Rick D. West releases new podcast.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13673

DNU -- USS Makin Island (LHD 8) completes amphibious assault and aviation
operations.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13672

DNU -- Mayport Sailors prepare holiday care packages.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13675

DNU -- USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) Sailors provide for children.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13676

DNU -- Civilians send holiday greetings to service members.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13677

NNS091222-04. Current Daily News Update
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50324

NNS011212-10. This Day in Naval History - Dec. 22
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=326

Eye on the Fleet - U.S. Navy Photo of The Day
--
http://www.navy.mil/list_single.asp?id=79471

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stories recently posted to the Navy Web site at
www.navy.mil. It is a product of
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D.C., 20373-5819. Reprints should be credited to the Navy News Service (NNS).
For the latest in Navy news from around the fleet, visit
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For all Navy-related questions, review the FAQs posted at www.navy.mil or visit
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Media queries should be directed to the Navy News Desk at (703) 697-5342.
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DVIDS News - Tuesday, December 22, 2009

1) "Pfc. Logan Kienke"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42980>

2) "Fitness During the Fight: Medic Team Quests to Stay ..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42981>

3) "Sgt. Maj. of the Army Brings USO Tour to Iraq"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43007>

4) "Redistribution Center Saves Money, Helps Warfighter"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42990>

5) "Army Carolers Spread Cheer at Bagram Airfield"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42995>

6) "Dog Days of Afghanistan"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43006>

7) "Airmen, Soldiers Fight Fires Together Downrange"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43011>

8) "A Christmas Gift of Catholic Confirmation"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42987>

9) "Babil Province Judges Learn More About Forensics"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42979>

10) "Company D, 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, on the R..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=43012>

11) "Brookstone Academy Reaches Out to Soldiers"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42977>

12) "Spc. Harold Stallwood "
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42982>


 

USCG NewsBreak - Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Coast Guard boat going too fast, witnesses say

California: Coast Guard Vessel Collides With Private Boat, Killing 8-Year-Old

Boat driver: Coast Guard vessel sped before crash

Don't abandon ship in hurry, US Coast Guard tells Indian crew

Flare sightings lead to Coast Guard search

Coast Guard targets zebra mussels in Great Lakes

Coast Guard, harbormaster aid fishing boat

Remembering the helicopter crash of 1964 flood

______________________________________________________

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Monday, December 21, 2009

 

DVIDS News - Monday, December 21, 2009

1) "Operational Update, Dec. 20: Weapons Cache Seized in..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42971>

2) "Mujamma Youth Center Receives Computers From Emergen..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42974>

3) "Combined U.S., IA Patrol in Ur"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42970>


 

Navy News Service for Monday, December 21, 2009

NNS091221-12. Chief of Naval Operations Cycles With Wounded Vets In Jacksonville
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50310

NNS091221-10. Sailors Salute Wounded Warriors at Holiday Event
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50303

NNS091221-02. Sailors Assemble Toys for the Holidays
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50306

NNS091221-04. Telework: DON Keeps Working Through Flu Season
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50288

NNS091221-03. NMCSD Staff Serving as Individual Augmentees
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=48013

NNS091221-07. Naval Base San Diego Collects 23 Tons of Electronic Material at
Recycling Event
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50302

NNS091221-01. Army, Navy Bands Team Up for Holiday Concert
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50307

NNS091219-01. Naples Area Toys for Tots Brings Smiles to Hundreds
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50273

DNU -- Headlines from around the fleet: The Navy releases results from the 2009
Behavioral Health Poll; Sailors are encouraged to support their shipmates to
prevent suicides; Navy Band is scheduled to perform holiday concert.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13666

DNU -- Naval Air Station Jacksonville holds suicide prevention awareness
training.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13667

DNU -- Navy Band Northwest holds its annual holiday concert in Oak Harbor,
Wash.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13668

DNU -- Naval Station Norfolk rededicates the Commodore Levy Chapel.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13670

DNU -- Service members receive holiday messages from northern Virginia.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13671

NNS011212-09. This Day in Naval History - Dec. 21
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=325

Eye on the Fleet - U.S. Navy Photo of The Day
--
http://www.navy.mil/list_single.asp?id=79435


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stories recently posted to the Navy Web site at
www.navy.mil. It is a product of
the Defense Media Activity - Anacostia, 2713 Mitscher Rd. SW, Anacostia Annex,
D.C., 20373-5819. Reprints should be credited to the Navy News Service (NNS).

For the latest in Navy news from around the fleet, visit www.navy.mil.

For all Navy-related questions, review the FAQs posted at www.navy.mil or visit
www.history.navy.mil.

Media queries should be directed to the Navy News Desk at (703) 697-5342.

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Sunday, December 20, 2009

 

DVIDS News - Sunday, December 20, 2009

1) "Iraqi Police Graduate Advanced Investigator Course"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42943>

2) "JSOTF-P's Forward Surgical Team Making a Difference ..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42944>

3) "Provincial Government, PRT Building Afghanistan's Fu..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42953>

4) "Third Generation All American Deploys With the 82nd ..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42964>

5) "'Uncle Andy' Brings Big Changes to Small Base"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42961>

6) "California Agribusiness Development Team Helps Vacci..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42965>

7) "Securing the Border 24/7: U.S. Soldiers, ABP Combine..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42967>

8) "First Iraqi Bank on American Base Opens at JBB"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42960>

9) "Sports Brings Nations Together"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42946>

10) "U.S. Soldiers Build Ties to Future of Iraq"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42949>



Saturday, December 19, 2009

 

DVIDS News - Saturday, December 19, 2009

1) "In the Spirit of the Law: Leatherneck's PMO Keeps Go..."
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http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42901>

2) "Engineers Work to Improve Iraqi Supply System"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42909>

3) "Iraqi Contractor Keeps the Lights on for COB Basra"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42910>

4) "Helping Soldiers Stay Connected"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42911>

5) "N.D. Flood Fighters Train to React Quickly to Emerge..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42921>

6) "New Afghan Road Benefits Families, Commerce "
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42924>

7) "Gates Encourages Graduates to Seek Public Service "
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42927>

8) "MNTF-E Soldiers Prove They Have Shooter's Eye for Aw..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42929>

9) "Afghan Town's Progress Provides Encouragement "
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42930>

10) "Results, Not Talk, Needed in Afghanistan, Mullen Says "
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42931>

11) "Commission Examines Contracting Issues "
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42933>

12) "'Ivy' Division Promotes Deputy Commanding General of..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42941>

13) "CJTF-HOA Participates in Grand Bara Desert Run"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42899>

14) "Soldier Recognized for Meritorious Efforts "
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42902>

15) "Improving Healthcare: SF Soldiers, ERB Partner to Bu..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42913>

* Pirates & Piracy *

1) "USS Ingraham Holds Change of Command"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42873>



Friday, December 18, 2009

 

Bumper-Stickers seen on Military Bases...

Subject: Don't ya' just love these guys?

Bumper-Stickers seen on Military Bases...


"Except for Ending Slavery, Fascism, Nazism and Communism....WAR has Never Solved Anything."


" U.S. Marines....Certified Counselors to the 72 Virgins Dating Club."



" U.S. Marines....Travel Agents To Allah"...."Stop Global Whining"



"When In Doubt....Empty The Magazine"



"Naval Corollary: Dead Men Don't Testify"


"The Marine Corps....When it Absolutely, Positively has to be Destroyed Overnight"


"Death Smiles at Everyone....Marines Smile Back"


"Marine Sniper....You can run but you'll just die tired!"


"What Do I Feel When I Kill A Terrorist?....A Little Recoil"


"Marines....Providing Enemies of America an Opportunity to Die for their Country Since 1775"


"Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Anyone Who Threatens It"


"Happiness Is a Belt-Fed Weapon"


"It's God's Job to Forgive Bin Laden....It's Our Job to Arrange the Meeting"


"Artillery Brings Dignity to What Would Otherwise be just a Vulgar Brawl"


"One Shot, Twelve Kills.... U.S. Naval Gun Fire Support"


"My Kid Fought in Iraq ...So Your Kid Can Party in College"


"Machine Gunners....Accuracy by Volume"


"A Dead Enemy is a Peaceful Enemy....Blessed be the Peacemakers"


"If You Can Read This, Thank a Teacher....If You Can Read it in English, Thank a Veteran"


"Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world .
..but the Marines don't have that problem!" ....Ronald Reagan




 

DVIDS News - Friday, December 18, 2009

1) "Shooter-detection System Comes Around"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42862>

2) "Iraqi Signal School Celebrates Second Graduation"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42868>

3) "Domestic Customs Training Speeds Soldiers' Redeploym..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42876>

4) "Korea Command Focuses on Quality of Life"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42885>

5) "JCS Chairman Visits 1/3 Marines in Afghanistan"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42889>

6) "H1N1 Pediatric Vaccine Recalled for Low Potency, Not..."
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42896>

7) "CSI Training Gives Iraqi Police an Explosive Edge"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42872>

8) "Postal Soldiers Prepare for Mission"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42881>

9) "CNE Rock Band Plays for Kosovo's MNTF"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42882>

10) "USS Ingraham Holds Change of Command"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42873>

11) "Local Chef Salutes 159th Fighter Wing With Art"
<
http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=42878>


 

USCG NewsBreak - Friday, December 18, 2009

Coast Guard Towing Disabled Gloucester Boat

U.S. Coast Guard's Toys for Tots Challenge

Coast Guard alerts boaters about winter care

New rule on bar crossings has critics incensed

Delaware rescue training: Frigid, windy -- a perfect day for a swim

______________________________________________________

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You can now view HQ NewsBreak at:

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Navy News Service for Friday, December 18, 2009

NNS091218-18. Navy Accepts Delivery of Future USS Independence
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50284

NNS091218-05. CNO Rides for Recovery in Florida
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50278

NNS091218-12. H1N1 Vaccines Crucial To Fleet Readiness
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50276

NNS091218-04. MCPON Releases Holiday Safety Podcast
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50277

NNS091218-11. NSC Offers Home Fire Safety Tips
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50285

NNS091217-16. Internet Based NSIPS Applications to Require CAC Login
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50267

NNS091218-16. Inclement Weather Updates for Navy Band Concert
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50287

NNS091218-19. Enterprise Officers Earn Navy's Newest Warfare Pin
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50281

NNS091218-13. Construction Commences on First Joint High Speed Vessel
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50283

NNS091218-10. NAVSTA Rota Fire Department Trains With Spanish Counterparts
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50271

NNS091217-21. Naples Area Sailors Enjoy Free Wi-Fi Just in Time for Holidays
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50218

NNS091218-28. New Child Development Center at Naval Station Pearl Harbor
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50269

NNS091218-20. FFSC Hosts Individual Deployers Family Holiday Party
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50286

NNS091218-17. NAS Lemoore Sailors, Marines Help with County Holiday Program
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50289

NNS091218-14. Navy Bids Farewell to USNS San Jose, Combat Stores Ships
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50294

NNS091218-02. Facilities Energy Management Course Steers Commands Toward Energy
Savings
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50270

NNS091217-25. Air Zoo Hosts Military Appreciation Night
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50234

NNS091217-17. Law Allows Spouses to Keep Residency While Under Orders
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=50264

DNU -- Naval Air Station Jacksonville holds suicide prevention awareness
training.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13667

DNU -- Navy Band Northwest holds its annual holiday concert in Oak Harbor, Wash.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13668

DNU -- Naval Station Norfolk rededicates the Commodore Levy Chapel.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13670

DNU -- Service members receive holiday messages from northern Virginia.
--
http://www.navy.mil/swf/mmu/mmplyr.asp?id=13671

NNS011212-06. This Day in Naval History - Dec. 18
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=322

NNS011212-07. This Day in Naval History - Dec. 19
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=323

NNS011212-08. This Day in Naval History - Dec. 20
--
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=324

Eye on the Fleet - U.S. Navy Photo of The Day
--
http://www.navy.mil/list_single.asp?id=79435

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Navy News Service is the official news wire service of the U.S. Navy, containing
stories recently posted to the Navy Web site at
www.navy.mil. It is a product of
the Defense Media Activity - Anacostia, 2713 Mitscher Rd. SW, Anacostia Annex,
D.C., 20373-5819. Reprints should be credited to the Navy News Service (NNS).

For the latest in Navy news from around the fleet, visit www.navy.mil.

For all Navy-related questions, review the FAQs posted at www.navy.mil or visit
www.history.navy.mil.

Media queries should be directed to the Navy News Desk at (703) 697-5342.

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