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Recent News from New York State Division of Military & Naval Affairs
Local Vets, Cohoes Schools and National Guard Families Team up to Send Packages to Local Soldiers
Family members of Capital Region New York Army National Guard Soldiers deployed in Iraq, the Cohoes Remembers Vets Committee and the Veterans of Lansingburgh, Inc. and the Cohoes School District, and the City of Cohoes will mail 1000 pounds of don...
NYC National Guard Soldiers Return from Afghanistan In Time for Thanksgiving
Fourteen New York Army National Guard Soldiers who spent 10 months in Afghanistan training members of the Afghan National Army will be with their families for Thanksgiving. The team arrives at LaGuardia Airport at 4:50 p.m. today. Members of the m...
National Guard Conducts "Reintegration" Event for Returning Soldiers and Families
Members of the media are invited to meet with and observe Soldiers of the New York Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion 108th Infantryand their family members from Rochester and The Finger Lakes, participating in the New York Army National Guard R...
National Guard Conducts "Reintegration" Event for Returning Hudson Valley/ NYC Soldiers and Families
Members of the Media are invited to meet with and observe Soldiers of the New York Army National Guard's 2nd Battalion 108th Infantry and their family members participating in the New York Army National Guard Reintegration Program November 22 in T...
Woman Takes Command of 369th “Harlem Hell Fighters”
Col. Stephanie Dawson, the first female brigade commander in New York Army National Guard history, will take command of the 369th Sustainment Brigade, known as the Harlem Hellfighters because of the unit's daring conduct in World War I, in a Chang...
Binghamton Man Awarded Valor Medal for Actions in Afghanistan
A New York Army National Guard officer from Binghamton has been awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor for combat actions in Afghanistan.
Capital District Man Awarded Valor Medal in Afghanistan
A Capital District New York Army National Guard Soldier has been awarded the Bronze Star for Valor for in Combat in a Veterans Day Ceremony in Afghanistan.
Update To:Adjutant General Will Speak At New York Military Academy
Major General Robert Knauff, the commander of the New York Air National Guard and New York's Deputy Adjutant General will deliver a Veteran's Day address to the New York Military Academy Corps of Cadets instead of Major General Joseph Taluto as pr...
Adjutant General Will Speak At New York Military Academy
Major General Joseph Taluto, the Adjutant General and Commander of the New York National Guard will deliver a Veterans Day address to the Corps of Cadets of the 120-year old New York Military Academy.
New York Air National Guard Aircraft Returns from Search for Missing Ship's Crew
The New York Air National Guard's 106th Rescue Wing HC-130 Hercules that was assisting in the search for four missing Spanish fishermen in the Atlantic, approximately 1,000 miles east of Bermuda, has returned to to its home base at Gabreski Field ...
Update To New York Air National Guard Unit Engaged in Search Near Bermuda
The New York Air National Guard's 106th Rescue Wing HC-130 Hercules that is assisting in the search for four missing Spanish fishermen in the Atlantic, approximately 1,000 miles east of Bermuda, has returned to Bermuda for the night.
New York Air National Guard Unit Engaged in Search Near Bermuda
The New York Air National Guard's 106th Rescue Wing is assisting in the search for four missing fishermen in the Atlantic, approximately 1,000 miles east of Bermuda.
Schenectady Armory to Be Shut Down
The New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs will close down the Schenectady Armory Nov. 10 to reduce heating costs and prepare the facility to be disposed of by the New York State Office of General Services.
New York Air National Guard Helps Rescue Injured Australian
A New York Air National Guard LC-130 based at Stratton Air National Guard Base in Scotia, successfully evacuated an Australian Antarctic researcher who suffered multiple fractures during a rescue mission conducted Nov. 3 to 5.
Binghamton National Guard Battalion Changes Hands
Lt. Col. Jeffery Cipolla, an Iraq War veteran and Bronze Star recipient, assumes command of the New York Army National Guard's 204th Engineer Battalion Saturday, Nov. 8 during a formal Change of Command Ceremony.
New Battalion Commander for Soldiers of Peekskill National Guard Unit.
Lt. Col. Jeffery Cipolla, an Iraq War veteran and Bronze Star recipient, assumes command of the New York Army National Guard's 204th Engineer Battalion Saturday, Nov. 8 during a formal Change of Command Ceremony. The battalion is the parent headq...
North Tonawanda Man Assumes Command of National Guard Battalion
Lt. Col. Jeffery Cipolla, an Iraq War veteran and Bronze Star recipient , who lives in North Tonawanda and grew up in Buffalo, assumes command of the New York Army National Guard's 204th Engineer Battalion Saturday, Nov. 8 during a formal Change o...
New Battalion Commander for Soldiers of Kingston National Guard Unit.
Lt. Col. Jeffery Cipolla, an Iraq War veteran and Bronze Star recipient assumes command of the New York Army National Guard's 204th Engineer Battalion Saturday, Nov. 8 during a formal Change of Command Ceremony. The battalion is the parent headqua...
New Battalion Commander for Soldiers of Walton National Guard Unit
Lt. Col. Jeffery Cipolla, an Iraq War veteran and Bronze Star recipient, assumes command of the New York Army National Guard's 204th Engineer Battalion Saturday, Nov. 8 during a formal Change of Command Ceremony. The battalion is the parent headqu...
New Battalion Commander for Soldiers of Horseheads National Guard Unit.
Lt. Col. Jeffery Cipolla, an Iraq War veteran and Bronze Star recipient, assumes command of the New York Army National Guard's 204th Engineer Battalion Saturday, Nov. 8 during a formal Change of Command Ceremony. The battalion is the parent headqu...
Ithaca-Based New York Army National Guard Team Completes Long Range Convoy in Afghanistan.
Members of a New York Army National Guard security force company in Kabul recently completed a long, round-trip convoy from Kabul to Farah in western Afghanistan - a distance of more than 1,000 miles -- without enemy contact.
Veteran Honored At Military History Museum in Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Springs resident Eugene Corsale, an 80-year old Navy veteran, will be recognized as New York State Military Heritage Institute Veteran of the Year at a ceremony being held Saturday Nov. 8, at the New York State Military History Museum.
New York National Guard Family Symposium Held in Colonie
Volunteers from around New York will gather in Colonie and Latham Saturday and Sunday to learn how they can help support the families of deployed New York National Guard Soldiers and Airmen. Meanwhile, members of the National Guard's Youth Program...
Families of Deployed Guardsmen and Local Vets Collect for Holiday Boxes
Family members of New York Army National Guard Soldiers deployed in Iraq, the Cohoes Remembers Vets Committee, the Veterans of Lansingburgh, Inc., the Cohoes School District, and the City of Cohoes will expand their holiday package drive by placin...
New York City Guardsmen Prepare to Depart for Middle East
Thirty members of a New York Army National Guard unit based at the Whitestone, Armory in Queens, will depart this month for a year-long deployment in Kuwait, supporting troops based there and moving into and out of Iraq.
CJTF-Phoenix Announces Award Recipients for Afghan Service
Three New York Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to a Combined Joint Task Force Phoenix (CJTF-Phoenix) received awards during a ceremony at Camp Phoenix in Kabul on Sunday 26 October.
Troops Deliver Donations from Home to Kabul Orphanage
An Afghan boys orphanage received almost 5,000 pounds of school supplies, clothing, personal hygiene items and medical supplies October 23, from New York National Guard troops serving in Combined Joint Task Force Phoenix (CJTF-Phoenix), Operation ...
DOD Announces Death of New York Army National Guard Soldier
The Department of Defense today announced the death of a New York Army National Guard Soldier serving in Afghanistan.
New York Air Guard Recruits 100 Percent of Authorized Strength
The New York Air National Guard exceeded its recruiting goal for fiscal year 2008; recruiting 114 additional Citizen Airmen and ending the year with an end strength of 6,084 members.
New York Air Guard Recruits 100 Percent of Authorized Strength
The New York Air National Guard exceeded its recruiting goal for fiscal year 2008; recruiting 114 additional Citizen Airmen and ending the year with an end strength of 6,084 members.
New York Air Guard Recruits 100 Percent of Authorized Strength
The New York Air National Guard exceeded its recruiting goal for fiscal year 20008; recruiting 114 additional Citizen Airmen and ending the year with an end strength of 6,084 members.
New York Air Guard Recruits 100 Percent of Authorized Strength
The New York Air National Guard exceeded its recruiting goal for fiscal year 20008; recruiting 114 additional Citizen Airmen and ending the year with an end strength of 6,084 members.
Ny Air Guard Recruits 100 Percent of Authorized Strength
The New York Air National Guard exceeded its recruiting goal for fiscal year 20008; recruiting 114 additional Citizen Airmen and ending the year with an end strength of 6,084 members.
“Father Duffy” Once Again the Centerpiece of Times Square
Father Francis P. Duffy, the New York National Guard World War I hero and chaplain of the renowned "Fighting 69th," stands once again as the centerpiece of the Square named in his honor in the heart of Times Square.
U.S. Support Brings Growth to Kabul School
Afghan children here are benefiting and thriving thanks to sustained efforts by New York Army National Guard Soldiers and a program that is helping to expand and improve their schools.
Civilian, Military Team up for Camp Smith Exercise
Civilian first responders teamed up with Soldiers from the New York Army National Guard and Army Reserve Saturday, October 18, to test emergency response procedures for the Camp Smith Training Site.
New York National Guard Chemical, Radiological, Biological Reaction Team Trains
Soldiers and Airmen belonging to New York Army and Air National Guard units based in Auburn, Buffalo, Syracuse and Niagara Falls will train to respond to chemical, radiological, biological,nuclear and high-yield explosive attacks October 19-24 at ...
New York’s Historic 1st Battalion 69th Infantry Changes Command
Lt. Col. John Andonie, a West Point graduate who earned a Bronze Star in Iraq, assumed command of the New York Army National Guard's historic 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry; known as the "Fighting 69th", in a Change of Command Ceremony today at Fort...
New York’s Historic 1st Battalion 69th Infantry Changes Command
Lt. Col. John Andonie, a West Point graduate who earned a Bronze Star in Iraq, assumed command of the New York Army National Guard's historic 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry; known as the "Fighting 69th", in a Change of Command Ceremony today at Fort...
Military History Museum Closes October 20-25
The New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center will be closed from October 20 to October 25 to allow contractors to complete the reconstruction of the doorway of the historic 1880s armory which houses the collection of artifacts.
174th Fighter Wing Begins Saying Goodbye to F-16 jets
The New York Air National Guard's 174th Fighter Wing said goodbye to two F-16 fighter jets as they left Hancock Field Air National Guard Base, today, to go off to their new home at Edwards Air Force Base, California, as the unit began its transiti...
New York National Guard Brigade Hosts Congressional Delegation in Afghanistan
Three members of New York's Congressional delegation visited the New York Army National Guard's 27th Brigade Combat Team here on Sunday, Oct. 12, as part of an official Congressional delegation visit to Afghanistan.
Troy Business Receives Contract to Upgrade Latham National Guard Alarm System
LaCorte Companies, of Troy, Rensselaer County, has received a $424,838.00 contract to upgrade the fire alarm system at the National Guard Headquarters Facility in Latham.
Whitestone Business Receives Contract for Suffolk County National Guard Hanger Floor
Tulger Construction Corp of Whitestone, Queens County. has received a $545,700.00 contract to replace the hanger floor at the Army National Guard Aviation facility in Ronkonkoma, NY.
Dunkirk Business Receives Contract to Replace Roof on Jamestown National Guard Armory
A.W. Farrell & Sons, Inc. of Dunkirk has received a $383,065 contract to replace the roof at the Jamestown National Guard armory.
Three NY Businesses Share Contract to Upgrade National Guard Classroom Facility
Contracts totaling $206,409 have been awarded to three contractors to renovate classrooms at the New York National Guard training facility at Camp Smith, outside Peekskill.
West Seneca Business Receives Contract to Replace Skylight on Local National Guard Armory
AllState General Contracting, Inc of West Seneca, N.Y. has received a $1,162,700.00 contract to replace the skylight at the Masten Ave National Guard armory in Buffalo. The bid was awarded on September 19th and the work is due to be finished by Oc...
Court Martial of New York National Guard Soldier Under Way
This week the Army began court-martial proceedings in the case of the United States vs. Staff Sgt. Alberto B. Martinez at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
New York Army National Guard Exceeds Recruiting Goal for 2008
The New York Army National Guard exceeded its 2008 Fiscal Year recruiting goal, enlisting more than 2,000 new Citizen Soldiers throughout the year and achieving a year-end strength of 10,276 Soldiers across the force.
DoD Announces Death of New York Army National Guard Soldier
The Department of Defense today announced the death of a New York Army National Guard Soldier serving in Afghanistan.
New York Donations Reach Afghan Children and Teachers
Donations of school supplies and children's clothing from military families and friends at home are helping deployed New York Army National Guard Soldiers in their mission to mentor and train the Afghan National Security Forces and support the Afg...
National Guard Marks Birthday of President Chester A. Arthur
Brigadier General F. David Sheppard, deputy commander of the New York Army National Guard marks the 179th birthday of President Chester A. Arthur by laying a wreath at Arthur's gravesite in Albany, N.Y.
NY Air National Guard Accepts National Awards
The men and women of the New York Air National Guard received top honors from the National Guard Association this year with two top unit awards for achievement on September 22.
Rochester Celebrates Guard Troops Home from Afghanistan, New Leadership in Local Aviation Unit
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New York State Military Museum Reopens
The New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center, Saratoga Springs, will reopen to the public on Wednesday, October 1.
NY National Guard Infantry Soldiers Return From Afghanistan
Approximately 200 Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 108th Infantry will return home upon completing their mobilization in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Governor Paterson Names New Commander for New York Guard
Governor David A. Paterson today announced the appointment of retired New York Army National Guard Brig. Gen. Fergal I. Foley to the post of Commander, New York Guard, effective on October 1st.
Dunkirk Business Receives Contract to Replace Roof on Local National Guard Armory
A.W. Farrell & Sons, Inc. of Dunkirk, N.Y. has received a $310,374 contract to replace the roof at the Dunkirk National Guard armory. The bid was awarded on August 26th and the work is due to be finished by April 2009.
Chicopee Business Receives Contract to Replace National Guard Armory Roof
Titan Roofing, Inc. of Chicopee, MA has received a $738,700.contract to replace the roof at the National Guard armory in Ogdensburg, N.Y. The bid was awarded on August 29th and the work is due to be finished by May 2009.
Canisteo Business Receives Contract for Latham National Guard Armory Roof Replacement
Universal Builders General Contractors, Inc., of Canisteo, N.Y. has received a $880,762.00 contract to replace the roof at the National Guard Headquarters Facility in Latham, NY. The bid was awarded on August 29th and the work is due to be finish...
Brooklyn business receives contract to renovate Staten Island National Guard armory
A.B.C.D Construction Corp. Brooklyn, N.Y. has received a $1,527,300 contract to renovate the exterior of the National Guard armory, Staten Island, NY. The bid was awarded on August 28th. The work is due to be finished in October 2009.
Twenty-Five New York National Guard Soldiers Receive Awards
Twenty-five New York Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to a Security Force company of Combined Joint Task Force Phoenix received awards during a ceremonies at Camp Phoenix in Kabul on Saturday 20 September. The awards were presented as the so...
Watertown and Elmira National Guard Soldiers Receive Service Medals
New York Army National Guard Soldiers from Watertown and Elmira were recognized Friday, Sept. 19, during award ceremonies held at Camp Phoenix, as they prepared to return home from deployment.
New York Guard Volunteer Band to Perform for Public
Following in the grand tradition of military unit bands, the New York State Guard Band performs the stirring songs that set the troops to marching and comforted the folks at home. Rain or shine, come enjoy a Sunday afternoon full of music.
National Guard Infantry Unit “showcases capabilities” During Open House
Citizen-Soldiers for the New York Army National Guard's 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry in Peekskill and Leeds will be showcasing equipment and capabilities to the public for an open house event on Saturday, Sept. 20th.
Air National Guard Security Forces Return From Overseas
The New York Air National Guard's 109th Airlift Wing welcomes home 28 members of the unit's security forces from overseas service for Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom.
New Aviation Leadership Transfer of Command Between State Aviation Office and 42nd Combat Aviation Brigade
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New York City Community Farewells for Guard Troops Bound for Overseas
Soldiers of the 27th Finance Battalion Headquarters depart this weekend for premobilization training at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin prior to mobilization for overseas deployment later this month. The finance troops will conduct financial support operati...
New Aviation Leadership Transfer of Command Between State Aviation Office and 42nd Combat Aviation Brigade
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Combined Joint Task Force Phoenix Has Produced a 9-11 Public Service Message from Afghanistan
Combined Joint Task Force Phoenix has produced a short video message to remind Americans about the terrorist attacks of 9-11, 2001 and the significance of Patriot Day.
Hancock High School Remembers 9-11 with Return of Banner
A large banner sent with care packages to New York Army National Guard Soldiers working at ‘Ground Zero' following the World Trade Center attacks in 2001 will be returned to the Hancock High School students who created it. The students now ...
New York National Guard Hurricane Gustav Continuing Update
Approximately twenty Soldiers and Airmen of the New York National Guard remain in the Gulf Coast to continue response and recovery efforts of the National Guard in support of state emergency operations officials. The New York National Guard forces...
New York Air National Guard Wing Unveils Historic Aircraft, Hosts Islanders Members
The New York Air National Guard's 106th Rescue Wing will commemorate its history by dedicating a restored HH-3 "Jolly Green Giant" rescue helicopter Saturday at Gabreski Airport Air National Guard Base at Westhampton Beach. Members of the New York...
National Guard Military Police Unit Focuses on Family During Open House
New York Army National Guard Citizen-Soldiers from the 107th Military Police (MP) Company in Utica will conduct an open house event open to the public on Sunday, September 7th.
New York National Guard Hurricane Gustav Continuing Update
Approximately 100 Soldiers and Airmen of the New York National Guard arrived in the Gulf Coast in the past 24 hours and began operations to join the response and recovery effort of the National Guard in support of state emergency operations offic...
New York National Guard Soldiers Aid Afghan Villagers
By Capt. Bruce Roberts,Regional Corps Advisory Command-Central, Afghanistan
New York National Guard Hurricane Gustav Update
Following Sunday's mobilization of forces by New York State Governor David A. Patterson, members of the New York National Guard continue their efforts today to support the Gulf Coast response to Hurricane Gustav.
South African Minister and Defense Attaché Attend National Guard Conference
Ms. Susan Shabangu, South Africa's Deputy Minister of Safety and Security and Rear Admiral George Mphafi, South Africa's Defense and Military Attaché will participate in the New York National Guard's first State Partnership Program Conferen...
Camp Smith Hosts Demonstration of Westchester County Helicopter Capabilities
Westchester County Police Officers will brief local emergency service and police officials on the capabilities of the Westchester County Department of Public Safety's Bell 407 helicopter to local emergency service and police officials at the New Y...
New York National Guard Sends Aid To Louisiana
The New York Army and Air National Guard are sending Helicopters, Soldiers and Airmen to aid the Louisiana National Guard in dealing with Hurricane Gustave recovery operations.
New York National Guard Teams up with DEA to Fight Drugs
Story By Senior Airmain Peter Dean, 107th Airlift Wing
Saratoga Race Course Recognizes Citizen Soldiers
By Master Sgt. Corine Lombardo, Joint Forces Headquarters, NY
Chief of the National Guard Bureau Visits New York Army National Guard Soldiers
The highest ranking officer in the National Guard, Lt. General H. Steven Blum visited New York Army National Guard troops serving in Afghanistan, on Monday and Tuesday, August, 26 and 27.
New York National Guard Participates in Saratoga Race Course Event
The New York Army and New York Air National will be on display Wednesday, Aug. 27 as the Saratoga Race Course celebrates "Proud to Be an American Day" at the track. Guard equipment and recruiting displays will be on hand and the commander of the N...
Homeland Defense Deputy Speaks at New York National Guard Conference
The Honorable Paul McHale, the Department of Defense official charged with overseeing Homeland Defense speaks to leaders of the New York National Guard, and other regional National Guards, including New Jersey and Connecticut, on Tuesday, August 2...
NY State Military History Museum and Veterans Research Center to Undergo Entryway Renovations
New Yorkers visiting the historic displays of artifacts and equipment at the NYS Miltary Museum and Veterans Research Center will see changes this fall at the entrance of the historic armory location in Saratoga Springs. The museum will close to t...
New York Army and Air National Guard Participate in the New York State Fair
Visitors to the Great New York State Fair will be able to climb aboard the New York Army National Guard's newest armored vehicle, view a full-scale replica of an F-16 flown by the New York Air National Guard's 174th Fighter Wing in Iraq, or be a "...
Combat Vets Prepare Guardsmen for War Zone
Story and Photos by Pvt. Rachel L. Sanzo, 42nd Infantry Division Public Affairs
New York National Guard and British Soldiers Aid Afghans
More than 1000 residents of Ud Kheil village were treated by Afghan medical staff and received medicine, vitamins and personal items through a joint assistance operation conducted by New York Army National Guard, Afghan and British soldiers on Au...
Niagara Air Base Host Employers on Flights
Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station hosted more than 200 employers for "Bosses' Day," August 8, 2008 to reach out to civilian employers of Air Force Reservists and New York Air National Guardsmen stationed here. This is the first Associated Bosses D...
NY Naval Militia Readies to Secure NYC Waters
The saboteurs fixed limpet mines to the sides of both the USS Intrepid, the historic aircraft carrier/museum ship in New York harbor, and a cargo ship. They expected to cause panic, and disrupt traffic into and out of the third-busiest port in the...
Deployed National Guard Soldier Home On Leave is Available for Media Interviews
Sgt. First Class Frank White, a Fort Edward National Guardsman who is currently deployed to Afghanistan and who is home on leave, will be available to speak with members of the media at his laundromat in Hudson Falls on Thursday, August 7.