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APRIL 6, 2018

Vol. 35 No. 13

NAS Sigonella Observes SAAPM and CAPM

SIGONELLA, Sicily (April 3, 2018) – Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella service members and civilians pose for a group photo after the Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) and Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPM) proclamation signing ceremony. These two months are focused on educating an assisting service members to take an active role in preventing, reporting, and eliminating sexual assault and child abuse in the force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Gordon/Released)

by MC2 Christopher Gordon NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – Throughout April, Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella joins the nation in observing Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) and Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPM).

Capt. Brent Trickel, Commanding Officer NAS Sigonella, and numerous other commanding officers from tenant commands in the area supported the

two causes by kicking off the month with a proclamation signing, April 3.

SAAPM’s theme this year, “Protecting Our People Protects Our Mission,” and CAPM’s, “Strong Communities, Strengthen Families,” both reinforce the idea that Sailors and their families are the most important resource the Navy has, and operational success directly depends on supporting that resource.

“Sexual assault is a cancer affecting unit cohesion and lethality,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “The Department of the Navy has come a

SIGONELLA, Sicily (April 3, 2018) – Capt. Brent Trickel, commanding officer, Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, signs the Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) proclamation during a SAAPM and Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPM) proclamation signing ceremony onboard NAS Sigonella.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Gordon/Released)

long way in addressing sexual assault, but until we get to zero, there is still work to be done. My commitment is enduring and fundamental, and my position of intolerance for sexual assault anywhere is unequivocal.”

NAS Sigonella’s Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) offers an abundant amount of activities aimed at awareness almost every day of April throughout base, from self-defense classes and special meals to giant human-foosball games and children’s parades.

“The trainings we normally have can sometimes seem repetitive, and some people might zone out a little,” said Shannon Harden, NAS Sigonella Sexual Assault Response Coordinator. “So we wanted to make fun events where people would want to come and have fun, while at the same time raising awareness and reinforcing prevention.”

The numerous causes represented in April provide NAS Sigonella with the opportunity to highlight programs and initiatives that educate Sailors, support victims, and encourage shipmates to take an active role in preventing, reporting, and eliminating sexual assault and child abuse in the force.

“Everyday we have to be aware and help each other out. If you see something say something,” said Emily Fox, Clinical Counselor for FFSC. “If you’re concerned about a child, please call us. It is better to be safe than sorry, even if you feel like you don’t know what’s going on, it’s better for you to call us so we can figure out the situation.”

For more information, resources, services and channels for help, you can go to the Fleet and Family Support Center Facebook page at Ffsc Sigonella, visit www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella, or call at 095-56-4291.

NAS Sigonella, “The Hub of the Med”, is a U.S. Navy installation and an Italian Air Force base in Sicily, Italy. NAS Sigonella is the Navy’s second largest security command, second only to that located at Naval Support Activity Bahrain. Because of its location near the center of the Mediterranean Sea, NASSIG is well placed to support operations by the U.S. 6th Fleet, other U.S. military units, and U.S. allies and coalition partners.

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Dr. Alberto Lunetta, NAS Sigonella Community Relations Director Buongiorno Sigonella, I am Alberto Lunetta, the NAS Sigonella Community Relations (COMREL) Program Director. I am a local from Catania and I have been working at the base for 22 years now.

I would like to tell you a bit about the COMREL Program and what it means to the base and the surrounding local area of Sicily.

You may recognize me from the photo in the Signature on the Italian News page where I describe local historic sites to visit or annual town festivals to explore here in Sicily. I am always encouraging our Sailors and families to go outside the ‘triangle’ and see the local area.

As it happens, the COMREL Program is a great way to see the surrounding areas and meet and interact with locals. The program we have here in Sicily is unique, unlike anything else in the Region, and even in the Navy. We are here in a foreign country

surrounded by communities with so much opportunity.

The Public Affairs office has established relationships with local mayors in the surrounding towns, as well as the Chairman for Environment, Chairman for Culture, Chairman for Education, priests, religious leaders, and leaders of volunteer organizations like Rotary Clubs, Lions Clubs, and Kiwanis Clubs. In partnership with these different organizations we strengthen our positive reputation by volunteering.

COMRELS are volunteer opportunities for military personnel and/ or dependents to service the needs of the local community. On average the base does about 200 COMRELs each year, which is a lot, let me tell you! But, the great thing about doing so much means that anyone who wants to volunteer, will be able to.

The interesting thing about our program is the variety it offers ranging

from beach and park cleanups to soup kitchen and painting projects at local churches and charities. Because Italy has one of the highest concentration of cultural heritage in the world, and Italians are very protective of that, I came up with the idea of doing COMRELs in partnership with local Historic and Archeological Preservation Offices. They are very picky and they won’t let just anyone touch these sites, but we have had great luck through our good relationships with them and have been allowed to enter some amazing historical sites. You could get the opportunity to go into an ancient amphitheater or Roman villa where the public isn’t generally allowed and interact with history first hand!

This is something unique that only Sigonella does; there is no other U.S. Military Base in the world that has a sub-program part of community relations which supports the local heritage. We have Marines, Sailors, and

Airmen cleaning up archeological sites and helping historical museums and churches. They’ve volunteered at the Ursino Castle and Roman Amphitheater in Catania, and Greek Temples/ amphitheaters in Termini Imerese and Siracusa, Palermo, Morgantina archaeological area and Castle of Lombardy in Enna and its province, the Roman Villa in Noto, prehistoric graves in Fer-

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Commanding Officer's Suggestion Box The ICE/CO Suggestion Box is for our community and Commanding Officer to discuss, with an eye toward constant improvement, how we are excelling* and how we can improve**. The community is strongly encouraged to leave contact information when submitting comments. This ensures that a response will come directly to you. The Signature and NASSIG Facebook Page typically publish comments and responses for the benefit of the Sigonella community. Comments/suggestions are useful when objective, constructive, and specific. ICE/CO Sug-

gestion Box is NOT a forum for mean-spirited attacks.

Anonymous comments will be published only if they benefit the greater community at large. * If you submit a "BZ" about a specific person or department, PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME in order to ensure comment authenticity and therefore publicly recognize employees or organizations. ** The Commanding Officer will ensure a response to all signed comments/suggestions and the vast majority of anonymous ones but reserves the right to disregard

those comments/suggestions disinterested in the spirit of the program!

There are two ways to submit; go to: 1) Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) home page on a One-Net computer at: http://ice.disa.mil, All Sigonella services are found under the Navy Europe Listing in the scroll-down menu.

– or – 2) NAS Sigonella's website www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella, go to the "About" drop down menu and click on "CO Suggestion Box".

Interactive Customer Evaluation Comment regarding Auto Skills Center:

Twice now we have had the opportunity to use Auto Skills center, once to do an oil change and yesterday to change the brakes on my car. I have to say I couldn't be happier with my experiences. Paul and the other Mechanic (Sorry I can't spell his name) went above and beyond to help us, if we had a question, they had the answer. I believe if more people were aware of the services that are provided and how easy it is to repair your own car with help from the professionals at the Auto Skills center people could save hundreds to thousands of dollars on labor costs utilizing theses services. More information on their services and what they can provided should be offered at INDOC, they should really have their own speaker. There is only one improvement suggestion that I would like to mention, two of three lifts are broken and really need to be fixed.

Sincerely, Aaron and Chere King

Response:

Aaron and Chere King, Thank you for the positive feedback regarding your experience using the MWR Auto Skills Center. It's great to hear that the Auto Skills staff is providing service that exceeds your expectations and that you rate all aspects of your experience as "excellent." Additionally, thank you for the suggestion about reaching more customers through INDOC. That's a great idea and MWR management is taking that for action, as well as brainstorming other ideas to increase advertising of the Auto Skills Center services. In regards to the broken lifts, management is aware of the issue. The Auto Skills Center is supplemented by other MWR activities and unfortunately there is not enough funding available to repair or replace

either of the two broken lifts in FY18. You are welcome to make an appointment at the Auto Skills Center to ensure the lift is available at a time that is convenient for you during their regular business hours. If you have further questions or comments about the Auto Skills program, please contact Paul Blanco, Auto Skills Manager. He can be reached at 624-5171 (or +39-095-56-5171) or via email at paul.blanco@eu.navy.mil.

Comment regarding Command Employment on Evaluation Block:

I was wondering why the NASSIG evaluations do not include every command achievement in the command employment and command achievement block?

Other commands I have been to in my career include achievements such as LOA, NEY, SMC, Battle "E", etc. Our evaluations currently read as if NASSIG is just a sleepy little base with nothing going on, which is the complete opposite. Can the Biggest Energy Loser, NEY, CART, etc. be added to our evaluations? Thank you for your time..

Response:

Thank you for your question regarding the command employment block on the Navy evaluation forms. You are correct in your assessment that NAS Sigonella is not just a “sleepy little base!” According to BUPERSINST 1610.10D the Navy Performance Evaluation System, there is no reason why we cannot begin including every command achievement. Command admin will now begin including every command achievement on evaluation forms thanks to your suggestion. In the future if you have any questions or comments regarding command admini-

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Name: LS2 Mark Kwakye Hometown: Ghana Department: Supply Division

By PR1 Christopher Seney, VP-5

Originally born in Ghana, Logistics Specialist (LS) 2nd Class Mark Kwakye moved to America with his wife in search of his very own ‘American Dream’. Kwakye came to America when he was 26 years old and soon after his journey in the U.S. Navy began.

Kwakye enlisted in the Navy in May of 2013. After demonstrating his strong work ethic and dedication, he quickly earned the rank of 2nd Class Patty Officer in just two and a half years. His desire to be the best and help others around him set him apart from his peers.

Kwakye joined the ‘Mad Fox’ family of Patrol Squadron (VP) FIVE in October of 2015 and hit the ground running. His hard work and self-determination continued to define his crucial role in the squadron.

He works in VP-5’s supply division, where he manages the Operation Targeting (OPTAR) funds.

Commanding Officer Capt. Brent Trickel Executive Officer Cmdr. Patrick J. Moran Command Master Chief CMDCM Nancy Estrada

“As the manager of OPTAR, I oversaw the transactions and flow of $6,743,465.00 in fiscal year 2017 and $6,824,000.00 to date this fiscal year,” said LS2 Kwakye. “I am profoundly grateful for the trust and responsibility VP-5 has bestowed on me.”

Some of Kwakye’s other duties include Assistant Command Fitness Leader, Assistant Urinalysis Program Coordinator, and VP-5 Color Guard Right Rifleman. He currently holds an Associate’s degree in Graphic Design and is working towards his degree in Computer Networking and Cyber Security.

Kwakye and his wife have two young children, Jayden (3) and Alexis (1), that are currently back in VP-5’s home station in Jacksonville, Fl. When he does get some downtime, he enjoys painting in his garage art studio where he creates realistic, self-proclaimed masterpieces! His favorite artist is Michelangelo and says “my favorite thing about creating art is the challenge is gives me, and the creative freedom to express myself. Art is just endless and so beautiful.”

"ICE" continued from Page 2 stration procedure please feel free to contact the Administration Officer, CWO3 Telly Myles, by phone at 624-2071 or by email at Telly.Myles@eu.navy.mil.

Comment regarding Bravo Zulu for Hazmat Center:

I needed to go out of my way to give LSSN Kyja Sutton a Bravo Zulu. Every time I deal with the Hazmat center I make sure to talk to him directly before I ask someone else for assistance. Whether it’s saving my command money by finding things we need in free issue or just finding something we need at moment’s notice he wastes no time completing the task at hand. As a 2nd Class I thought he was a 3rd Class Petty Officer because of the way he carries himself and it shows by the way he excels at customer service, general knowledge of hazmat/ procedures or even just exuding our core values. Thanks again for continuing to help us time and time again.

Sincerely, JP

Response:

Thank you for your feedback! LSSN SuttonChappell is one of our most senior technical experts and is constantly setting the standard in the Hazmat Center. With knowledge far exceeding his paygrade, LSSN SuttonChappell's positive energy and can do attitude are instrumental in our daily mission to achieve outstanding customer satisfaction and overall base safety.

Thank you for taking the time to compliment his outstanding work ethic.

Comments regarding Traffic Violations:

Twice in the last two weeks, I have seen two close calls in MaTwice in the last two weeks, I have seen two close calls in Marinai housing where small children were almost hit by inattentive drivers i.e. driving too fast or looking at their cell

EDITORIAL Public Affairs Officer Lt. Andriana Genualdi andriana.genualdi@eu.navy.mil Community Relations Officer Dott. Alberto Lunetta alberto.lunetta.it@eu.navy.mil Editor MCC Jessica Vargas Jessica.Vargas@eu.navy.mil PAO Staff Writer \ Photographer MC2 Christopher Gordon Christopher.Gordon@eu.navy.mil CONTACT US Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily thesig@eu.navy.mil DSN 624-5440; 095-86-5440 PSC 812 Box 7, FPO, AE 09627-0001 PUBLISHER Stampa Generale S.r.l., Sig. Bruno Brandi, Publisher, Naval Support Activity Capodichino (Naples), Italy stampagenerale@tin.it Tel. 081-568-7884 Fax 081-568-7887

phones and not the road. One of these children was my own six year old daughter. Not once have I seen a Master-at-Arms conduct speed enforcement on Marinai. I am unsure if it is a jurisdiction issue or lack of the proper equipment. If this is the case, could we please put in more speed bumps? Especially, on the streets where there is a long enough stretch of road in order for a vehicle to pick up speed? I would hate to see someone get hurt. It is always better to be proactive than reactive!

Sincerely, Danielle Heiser I saw a Mini Cooper drive by a stopped bus on Marinai as it drove down via Etnea. I also had to stop a moving truck as it was speeding past the stopped bus right next to the gate. Last week another moving truck passed the bus stop and almost hit me as I crossed the street. Something needs to be done about this immediately before serious injury to a child. This is completely unacceptable.

Sincerely, Bryan Schmitt

Response:

Dear Mrs. Heiser and Mr. Schmitt, Thank you both for your comments regarding vehicles speeding in Marinai Family Housing and vehicles failing to stop for the school buses. Traffic safety onboard all of the NASSIG installations is one of my primary concerns and I share your frustration with our NASSIG members who willfully fail to abide by posted speed limits. My Security force has issued over 50 traffic citations already this year which tells me the Sigonella community, as a whole, is driving too fast. Marinai is leased property and does not belong to the U.S. government but traffic citations are issued there. The roving Security unit on Marinai is on constant patrol looking for violations such as these. I want to once again inform the Sigonella Community that you will NOT pass a bus (school or shuttle) that is picking

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Patrol Squadron (VP) FIVE Returns Home Following Deployment to U.S. 4th and 6th Fleets Lt.j.g. Mary Carter Jordan VP-5 Public Affairs

The ‘Mad Foxes’ of Patrol Squadron (VP) FIVE returned to Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville, Florida, April 10, after completing a six-month, dual site P-8A Poseidon deployment to the U.S. 4th Fleet and U.S. 6th Fleet areas of responsibility (AOR).

In the 4th Fleet AOR, the ‘Mad Foxes’ successfully completed the first ever operational P-8A deployment in support of U.S. Southern Command.

While conducting operations primarily out of Cooperative Security Location (CSL) Comalapa, El Salvador, VP-5 aircrews and aircraft were able to bring the Poseidon’s modern sensors and increased range capabilities to the seas of Central and South America. Operations included numerous counter-narcotics missions resulting in the seizure or disruption of over 33,000 kilograms of illegal narcotics with a street value of over $2 billion.

During this time, the ‘Mad Foxes’ were also the first U.S. asset to respond to the multi-national search for the missing Argentine submarine, the ARA San Juan in addition to flying humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions in the Caribbean in the wake of Hurricane Maria.

While in the 6th Fleet AOR, the ‘Mad Foxes’ operated out of 11 different countries across Europe and the Middle East from their primary base of operations in NAS Sigonella, Italy. VP-5 successfully executed over 4157.4 flight hours in support of deployed operations including intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance flights and anti-submarine warfare missions.

Missions spanned the skies over the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, the Arabian Gulf, and more.

Led by Commanding Officer Cmdr. Will Toraason, VP-5 consists of just under 300 personnel and seven aircraft.

"ICE" continued from Page 3 up or dropping off passengers from either direction. You will stop until the driver secures their flashers and proceeds away from the curb. Also, the speed limit on both Marinai Family Housing and NAS I is 20 kilometers per hour for a very good reason. Slow down, as there is no matter pressing enough to risk

“This deployment displayed the ‘Mad Fox’ Team as a squadron ready to fight and win our country’s wars, anytime and anywhere,” said Toraason. “We performed our mission of antisubmarine warfare throughout Europe, and interdicted over $2 billion of illegal narcotics while operating out of Central America. Throughout all of this, our squadron's readiness begins and ends with the home front: everything we accomplished was due to the support from our friends and families back home.”

The success the ‘Mad Foxes’ achieved could not have been possible without the daily efforts from maintenance and support personnel. The maintenance department was able to rotate through the detachment sites which allowed them to gain experience to effectively operate from anywhere. During this deployment, the maintainers consistently ensured the aircraft were mission ready and even completed the first forward-deployed engine change on the P-8A. Administrative support personnel routinely worked around the clock to ensure detachments had everything they needed to operate immediately upon arrival to a new airfield.

When asked what he would remember most from his first deployment, Naval Air Crewman 3rd Class Marc Mack said, “Traveling and operating in countries such as Iceland and Scotland with the crew was unforgettable. We were able to work cohesively as a team and execute missions that were a part of something bigger than ourselves.”

The ‘Mad Foxes’ arrived back to sunny NAS Jacksonville after six months of separation from their families and friends. Upon arriving back home, the squadron will take advantage of a well-earned opportunity for leave and will enjoy time back home with family and friends.

QUICK FACTS: - VP-5 finished a 6 month dual deployment to Sigonella, Italy and Comalapa, El Salvador.

- VP-5 is based out of NAS Jacksonville.

striking a pedestrian. Moving forward, I have authorized my Security forces to suspend driving privileges for a period of 30 days to anyone found passing buses who are loading/ offloading or to anyone caught speeding. I thank you for your comment and if you have any further questions or concerns regarding this issue, please contact the Security Officer, LCDR Richmond at 624-6036.

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Another important project we do is with the schools of Catania and its Provinces (Acireale, Adrano, Aci Castello, Aci Sant’Antonio, Bronte, Giarre, Mascalucia, Maniace, Nicolosi, Pedara, Scordia, Paternò, Caltagirone, and Belpasso etc.), Siracusa, and with Enna.

There are two types of activities, one is the English interaction assisting local teachers since all Italian schools have a requirement to teach English. The other is partnering with students to spruce up their school, and everything is aimed at keeping the schools beautiful and clean. The students are crazy about our volunteers, and when I see them working together, it’s very rewarding.

During Christmas time, our COMREL program becomes very intense as we organize Christmas parties at local orphanages and foster care homes. Our base choir receives many invitations to

perform in local churches.

This partnership with local mayors, charities, churches and schools shows that we’re here not only for military work, but we want to be good neighbors who show the proud tradition of volunteering which is part of the American culture. The communities here really appreciate this and keep sending us more requests to come to their town.

Our Sailors and Marines are very young, very nice, very humble people; everybody likes them, so it’s a ‘winwin’ relationship and everybody is happy about this.

I believe in making a difference for the people of Sicily as well as the service members who participate in service activities. I hope that my passion for helping people and enhancing community relations with our host nation inspires you to join us.

For information about the COMREL program and how you can volunteer please contact me at Alberto.Lunetta.

IT@eu.navy.mil

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Preparing for Severe Weather

GM3 Joshua Neal Emergency Preparedness Coordinator

Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella recently experienced the first case of severe weather in 2018. Rain came and went with very little warning. The winds felt strong enough to carry us off.

Trees crashed down along with trash cans and gutters, and other property was swept away. Let us all see this as a wake-up-call of sorts, and take action to prepare for more potentially disastrous cases.

It takes an entire community to effectively prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate against damages caused by severe weather which could include tornadoes, lightning, and severe thunderstorms.

Severe weather refers to any dangerous meteorological occurrence with the potential to cause damage, serious social disruption, or loss of human life. Types of severe weather vary, depending on the latitude, altitude, topography, and atmospheric conditions. High winds, hail, excessive rain, and wildfires are all examples of severe weather. Some varieties of severe weather include thunderstorms, downbursts, and tornadoes. Regional and seasonal severe weather could include blizzards (snowstorms), ice storms, and dust-storms.

What causes severe weather though? Severe weather occurs from the same conditions that generate ordinary thunderstorms: atmospheric moisture, lift (often from a difference in temperature between hot and cold air), and general instability. A wide variety of conditions truly can cause severe weather and several factors can convert thunderstorms into severe weather. For example, a pool of cold air aloft may aid in the development of large hail from an otherwise ordinary appearing thunderstorm.

Before severe weather strikes, be a force of nature yourself and take the first step to making sure that you and your family are prepared for

severe weather. This includes developing a family communications plan, putting an emergency kit together, keeping important papers and valuables in a safe place, and getting involved to make your community safe.

A Family Communications Plan (FCP) is used to ensure a family knows how to get in contact with each other in an emergency. Before an emergency, have a family discussion to determine who would be your main point of contact, and where you would meet if away from your home — both in the nearby neighborhoods and out in your travels. Important information included in an FCP can include off-base contact information, a neighborhood meeting location, work and school information, and medical contacts.

Emergency kits are used to get your family through the rough times where normal day-today activities cannot be done, such as going to the store, or perhaps if you need to shelter-inplace from a tornado and become trapped in your shelter room until rescuers arrive. In these kits, FEMA, Red Cross, and the EOC on NAS II recommend including the following supplies: Flashlights and extra batteries.

Battery-powered or hand crank radio.

NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) Weather Radio.

First aid kit and first aid manual.

Signal flare and whistle.

Important family documents (insurance policies, identification, bank account records, etc. all kept in a waterproof, portable container).

3-day supply of non-perishable food and a can opener.

One gallon of water per person, per day, for three days, for drinking and sanitation.

Other items you may choose to include are medications, stormproof matches, and a list of emergency contact numbers, a sleeping bag, or

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Italy slams French customs check as 'unacceptable'

APRIL 6, 2018

Flemish Art Exhibition Opens in Palermo

Story by AFP

The Italian Foreign Ministry summoned France’s ambassador on Saturday, after uniformed French customs officers crossed the border to confront a man suspected of carrying drugs.

France insisted that the presence of its personnel at a railway station just inside Italy was acceptable.

However French ambassador Christian Masset was summoned over what Rome termed “a serious act considered outside the scope of cooperation between states sharing a border.”

The foreign ministry added that the EU neighbors would address the issue further at a meeting in the northern city of Turin on April 16.

The Rainbow4Africa NGO, which has for months occupied part of the train station in the alpine village of Bardonecchia to aid migrants headed for France, filed a complaint after the French officials turned up there late Friday and told a Nigerian man to provide a urine sample.

Italian officials reacted with outrage, prompting an official explanatory statement from the French embassy.

Gerald Darmanin, the French minister charged with overseeing customs, signed the statement, which explained how French officials came to be present when the Paris-bound train arrived from Milan.

“These uniformed agents identified as French customs officials suspected one passenger, a Nigerian national resident in Italy, of having drugs on his person.

“In line with article 60 bis of the customs code the agents asked the person if he would consent to providing a urine sample to detect drugs which he agreed to do in writing,” the statement read.

“In order to carry out the test in conditions respecting the person, the agents waited until the train arrived to use the facility at Bardonecchia station which was placed at the disposal of French customs,” the statement went on, saying the procedure respected current guidelines laid down in 1990. The French officials duly carried out the test that came back negative.

But the Italian foreign ministry said France had failed to keep them fully abreast of developments, leaving Rome to slam the incident as “unacceptable.”

Matteo Salvini, the head of Italy's far-right League, commented that Rome, “instead of expelling Russian diplomats should remove French diplomats.”

Italian Man Cleared Of Eggplant Theft After Nine Years Story by La Repubblica/PPN An Italian man has finally been acquitted of stealing an eggplant nine years after first being charged, ending a legal wrangle over a piece of fruit worth pennies that cost taxpayers thousands.

The man, then aged 49, had the incriminating eggplant in his bucket when police caught him trying to escape through a privately owned field near Lecce, in the southern region of Puglia, in 2009. While being taken away, he pleaded with the police that he had tried to steal the nightshade because he was unemployed and desperate to feed his child.

However the courts initially showed no mercy, sentencing him to five months in prison and ordering him to pay a 500-euro ($620) fine. That punishment was reduced on appeal to two months' jail and 120 euros. The man's legal counsel was still not satisfied and took the case to the Court of Cassation in Rome, Italy's highest appeals court, where the defendant was acquitted nearly a decade after he was first arrested. The Court of Cassation criticized the lower courts in Lecce for not taking into account the extreme weakness of the prosecution's case given the man's financial situation.

The La Repubblica newspaper quoted the ruling as saying that the man "was definitely acting to satisfy the hunger of his family... there are grounds for justification (of the theft)." The court also lamented the amount of public money spent on the case, with 7,0008,000 Euros going towards legal fees as the man was too poor to pay for his own defense, La Repubblica reported.

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Photo by Fondazione Federico II Press Office On March 27, the Palermo Fondazione Federico II presented the exhibition “Sicilië, pittura fiamminga” (Sicily, Flemish Painting), a must-see art exhibition featuring fifty-two paintings from artists of the Southern and Northern Netherlands (Van Dyck, Stomer, Gossaert, Houbracken, de Wobreck and Provoost), which were created from the early 15th century until the 17th century. Some paintings come from private collections and have never been shown to the public before. The exhibition will be open through May 28th at the Palazzo Reale (Royal Palace) of Palermo. Opening times: Monday to Saturday 8.15am - 5.40pm, Sundays and holidays 8.15am - 1pm. Special late openings until 9pm on the following days: April 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29 and 30 / May 1, 2, and June 2,3. Price: Adults € 6,00, children aged 14/17 €3,00.

For more information and tickets visit, http://www.federicosecondo.org/mostra-sicilie-pitturafiamminga-palazzo-reale-palermo/#pll_switcher

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Professional Military Knowledge Transitions to Stand-Alone Electronic Exams From Naval Education and Training Command Public Affairs

PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) -- The Professional Military Knowledge (PMK) section of the NavyWide Advancement Exam (NWAE) will transition to a stand-alone, once-per pay grade, electronicallydelivered eligibility exam starting in October 2018 as announced in NAVADMIN 085/18.

The Electronic PMK Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE) will expand from the current 25 questions to 100 for the stand-alone exam, but Sailors will only have to pass that exam once per pay grade. The PMK information will be removed from the NWAE starting with the September 2019 Cycle 244 (E-4/5/6). Future NWAEs will then consist of 175 rating-related questions.

"This effort is a result of direct feedback we received from Sailors," said Naval Education and Training Command Force Master Chief Karim Cole. "As part of Sailor 2025 and rating modernization efforts, the PMK exam continues to emphasize the importance of Professional Military Knowledge, while also taking this initial step into the electronic exam process."

Additionally, this change enables Sailors preparing for the NWAE to concentrate exclusively on job-specific knowledge.

Sailors will have a single path to access the PMKEE -- via My Navy Portal (MNP) through the Learning Management System (LMS). The online exam will consist of five topic areas: Leadership and Character, Career Information, Professional Conduct, Naval Heritage, and Seamanship. Each topic may be taken independently of the other sections, in any order, and not necessarily during the same MNP session. Sailors taking the PMK-EE must achieve a passing score of 80 percent or higher in each area to pass the entire exam.

Failure to achieve an 80 percent score on a topic will require that topic to be retaken in order to pass.

Once each PMK-EE topic area is completed, the LMS will provide the number of questions successfully answered for that topic, as well as the associated reference from the bibliography for incorrectly answered questions. Once all topic areas are successfully completed, the PMK-EE will be finalized in the LMS and an overall exam score will be displayed.

The topics and bibliographies used to develop PMK-EE questions will be available on the Advancement and Promotion webpage located on the MNP website. Bibliographies are also available via the Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-line (COOL) website and Navy COOL mobile application.

PMK-EE will serve as an additional eligibility requirement for advancement to pay grades E-4/5/6/7 and must be successfully completed by the first day of the NWAE administration month. For Advancement Cycle 244, that would be September 1, 2019. PMK-EE completion will be recorded in the LMS and the Navy Training Management Planning System (NTMPS).

NTMPS can be used to determine individual Sailor eligibility for advancement.

For further information, visit the Advancement and Promotion webpage located on the My Navy Portal website at www.mnp.navy.mil.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (March 8, 2018) Sailors, assigned to the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), take the Navy-wide E-5 advancement exam at James D. Kelly Fleet Recreation Center. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

New Religious Offering Fund Policy

By Gloria Colon-Buzatu Navy Chaplain Corps Public Affairs

ARLINGTON, Va. (NNS) -- The Under Secretary of the Navy has signed SECNAVINST 7010.6B, Religious Offering Fund (ROF), March 22.

The ROF reflects the Department of the Navy's commitment to support the religious freedom of service members by making it possible for them to make offerings at chapel worship services.

"The ROF provides opportunities within command religious programs (CRP) for religious expression through the collection and disbursement of voluntary monetary donations," said Rear Adm. Margaret Kibben, Navy Chief of Chaplains.

Prior to the release of the ROF, the Chief of Chaplains approved training that highlights the major changes to ensure administrators of the funds are prepared to implement new procedures.

"Commanders are responsible for the command religious programs, and are allocated appropriated funds (APF) to ensure the free exercise of religion for all service members and their families," said Kibben.

The most important change is the ability to use the ROF to enhance the CRP with items to enrich worship life for service members and their families such as re-

ligious education supplies, funding contract positions for directors of religious education, and purchasing hymnals or musical instruments. Formerly, the ROF was only allowed to be used for philanthropic purposes. The change brings the ROF into closer alignment with other services.

"The ROF augments the CRP programs; however, it doesn't and shouldn't be used to replace the appropriated funds," added Kibben.

The instruction lays out the responsibilities of the religious ministry team. The senior chaplain is the administrator and supervises the assistant administrator, custodian record keeper, sub-account representatives, and audit board that consists of two members appointed by the commander. To ensure compliance, audits will now be conducted quarterly.

Through the ROF, service members can continue to support philanthropy and charity as part of their religious expression at the chapel through donations. The three donation options are voluntary giving, organized group fundraisers, and designated offerings.

SECNAVINST 7010.6B, Religious Offering Fund is located on the Department of Navy Issuances website.

For more information on your local chapel program, go to the command website. For more about the Chaplain Corps visit the America's Navy website.

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NAS SIGONELLA COMMUNITY PAGE All Hands News Bulletin:

SAAPM SELF-DEFENSE CLASSES

Command, Department or Organization: NASSIG Fleet & Family Support Center (FFSC) Date of Event: 11 April 2018 • Time of Event: 0700-0830 • Location of Event: NAS 2 Gym Point of Contact Name: Amy Jo Jenkins, SAPR Civilian Victim Advocate Point of Contact Phone Number: 624-4291 Point of Contact Email Address: amy.jenkins@eu.navy.mil Additional Information: Open to All Hands and ages to learn more about self-defense every Wednesday.

Bring your family, friends or entire Command for Command PT. Additional dates: 18 APR 1700-1830 (NAS 1 Gym), 1700-1830 (NAS 2 Gym).

ANNUAL UPDATE OF PET REGISTRATION VERIFICATION

Command, Department or Organization: Housing Department Date of Event: 1-30 April • Point of Contact Name: Kimberly Perry Point of Contact Phone Number: 624-4072/1732/33/34/35/38 Point of Contact Email Address: NASSIG-HousingMarinai@eu.navy.mil Additional Information: April is the month of the annual update of pet registrations.

Residents are required to provide proof of their pet registration to the Marinai Housing office after registering their dogs and cats at the Veterinarian Clinic on NAS I within ten (10) days of their arrival to NASSIG. Rules and restrictions on pet ownership in MFH are identified as per NASSIG Instruction, 5000.2 series.

Please keep in mind that pet ownership is a privilege and failure to comply may result in revocation of privilege. All residents must also ensure that Pet vaccinations are kept up-to-date. Registration: ISO microchip and Rabies vaccination included. If residents locally procure a pet, they must register it with the Marinai Housing Office and the NAS 1 Veterinary Clinic within (10) days of procurement. In MFH, the pet limit per household is two (2) (i.e., two dogs, two cats, or a dog and a cat) with the exception of fish and small caged animals.

Household pets that are permitted include dogs, cats, birds, fish, turtles, hamsters, gerbils, and guinea pigs.

Exceptions to this policy may be granted by the NASSIG Commanding Officer.

Owners will be held responsible for any damages pets may cause to assigned quarters, yards, and/or common areas.

For any questions please email: NASSIG-HousingMarinai@eu.navy.mil

Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Worship Services NAS 1 Mondays AA Meeting:

1800-1900

Tuesdays Protestant Women of the Chapel: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0900-1100 Daily Mass: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130-1230 AWANA: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1645-1900 Youth for Christ (YFC) Youth Meeting: . . . . . . . . . . . 1200-1430 Wednesdays Protestant Men of the Chapel: .0600-0700

Daily Mass: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130-1230 Catholic Ladies' Guild (3rd Wednesday): . . . . . . . . . . 1600-1800 Thursdays Daily Mass: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130-1230 Youth for Christ (YFC) Youth Meeting: . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200-1530 Choir Practice: . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1630-1800 The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800-2030 Fridays Daily Mass: . . . . . . . . . . 1130-1230 First Friday Mass and Holy Hour:. . . . . . . . . 1700-1830

Phone Numbers: NAS I 095-56-3975, NAS II 095-86-9049, Chaplain Duty: 335-831-4493, RP Duty: 335-786-1950.

Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Naval Air Station Sigonella Chapel

Saturdays First Saturday Rosary and Mass: . . . . . . . . . . 1100-1200 Liturgical Protestant Service NAS I Chapel - . . . . . . . . . . . 1800 Sundays Catholic Mass: . . . . 0900-1000 Catholic Religious Education (DoDDS):.

1045-1200 Protestant Service: . . . . . . . . . 1100-1200 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1330-1600

NAS 2

Wednesdays Knights of Columbus (1st Wednesdays): . . . . . . . . . . . 1700-1800 Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800-2100 Thursdays AA Meeting: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800-1900 Sundays Protestant Service and Fellowship: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800-2000

Weekly Traffic Report: Mar. 26 - Apr. 2, 2018

As a reminder to everyone: There are no PTUs allowed at the Galley. Appropriate athletic gear is authorized at the discretion of the Galley staff. Please remember that for sanitation purposes and for the consideration of other customers, if you have been out for PT, been working out at the gym, or have just been engaged in any physical activity where you and or your clothing has become soiled or sweaty you will be asked to turn around.

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U.S. Consulate Visits NAS Sigonella to Provide Passport Services to Sig’ Citizens

By LN2 Jessica Collinsworth Region Legal Service Office Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia.

Detachment Sigonella

Personnel from the U.S. Consular Agency in Palermo recently visited Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella to provide passport and notary assistance to service members and their families, DOD civilians, and contractors. To receive this same assistance any other time personnel would have been required to take time off work and make the long trip to Palermo or send in passport applications and renewals by mail.

More than 50 Sig’ Citizens were able to renew their passports or get a passport for the very first time, in person, at the NAS Sigonella Legal Office.

“The consulate coming to base is huge,” said Senior Chief Electronics Technician David McArthur, one of many personnel who renewed their passport. “Getting off work during the week and getting to Palermo is difficult at best. This opportunity allows me to get a 30 minute appointment completed without hav-

ing to spend six hours in a car.”

“This is the second time we have come here, and it is part of our duty to take care of personnel in Sigonella,” said Assaad Elehage, U.S. Consulate representative. “From a logistical point of view it makes it much easier for personnel in Sigonella when we come here versus them going to Palermo. Offering this service here on base saves families lots of money and time which is our main objective.”

Submitting a passport application in person with a member of the U.S. consulate is not common practice because passports are usually done through the mail. The ability to present documents in person and have your questions answered is a handy service that the NAS Sigonella legal office hopes to continue to provide to personnel at the installation.

Stay tuned for an upcoming all hands message with the details on the next visit form the U.S. Consular Agency.

For more information on services provided by the U.S. Consulate Agency in Palermo call (+39) 091 30 5857 (between 10 a.m. and noon) or email USCitizensPalermo@state.gov.

SIGONELLA, Sicily (March 20, 2018) – Engineering Aide 2nd Class Peter Mazzarella applies to renew his passport with Assaad Elehage, US Consulate representative, onboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella. The Consular Agency in Palermo periodically sends representatives to NAS Sigonella to provide face-to-face passport and notary assistance to installation personnel. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Gordon/Released)

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GAMEZONE DOVER (Delaware) FRANKFORT (Kentucky) HARRISBURG (Pennsylvania) HARTFORD (Connecticut) HELENA (Montana) HONOLULU (Hawaii) INDIANAPOLIS (Indiana) JACKSON (Mississippi) JEFFERSON CITY (Missouri) JUNEAU (Alaska) LANSING (Michigan) LINCOLN (Nebraska) LITTLE ROCK (Arkansas) MADISON (Wisconsin) MONTGOMERY (Alabama) MONTPELIER (Vermont)

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ALBANY (New York) ANNAPOLIS (Maryland) ATLANTA (Georgia) AUGUSTA (Maine) AUSTIN (Texas) BATON ROUGE (Louisiana) BISMARCK (North Dakota) BOISE (Idaho) BOSTON (Massachusetts) CARSON CITY (Nevada) CHARLESTON (West Virginia) CHEYENNE (Wyoming) COLUMBIA (South Carolina) COLUMBUS (Ohio) CONCORD (New Hampshire) DENVER (Colorado) DES MOINES (Iowa)

EASY

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The remaining letters spell a quote by Theodore Roosevelt.

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Submarine Force Seeking Female Sailors The Submarine Force and the Navy are pleased to announce the fourth cycle of female Sailor selections for conversion to Submarine Force nonnuclear trained ratings. This cycle of conversions is for the initial enlisted integration of the USS GEORGIA (SSGN 729) submarine crews in Kings Bay, GA in 2019 as well as billets opening on previously integrated submarine crews due to women rolling to shore.

Sailors from all communities ranks E-1 through E-8 are eligible to apply. Application due date has

"Severe Weather" continued from Page 5 pet food. Be sure to keep this kit in a designated place, such as a shelter room, and also have it ready in case you have to leave your home quickly.

Make sure all family members know where the kit is kept.

In the event of severe weather here at NAS Sigonella you will be informed via the AtHoc system, and if the weather is severe enough and we have enough time to anticipate it, you may also be notified via the “Giant Voice,” Sigonella’s multi-base intercom system.

Where can you find more information? In addition to online resources, NAS Sigonella's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is the go-to for your preparation needs and inquiries. Located on NAS II, the EOC is staffed by personnel who plan for everything.

Whether it be severe weather, fires, earthquakes, volcanoes, or any other event on the long list of emergencies and disas-

been extended to 1 June 2018. For more information on application and eligibility requirements refer to NAVADMIN 300/17 or visit http://www. navy.mil/ewis.

Female officers began serving aboard United States Submarines in 2011. Today there are 18 crews integrated with female officers across four homeports. More than 40 female officers have qualified in submarines and earned their dolphins. In early 2016, the first female enlisted arrived on USS Michigan homeported in Bangor, Washington.

ters, the EOC has a plan. We also highly encourage everyone to check with their commands to verify that their contact information in NFAAS and AtHoc are up to date, that way your command can get in contact with you and the EOC can keep you informed with text alerts, emails, or calls regarding ongoing or expected emergencies. Should you find yourself in a flood or other emergency, knowing your location’s address and GPS coordinates is essential to allow the EOC to send the appropriate responders to help you. April showers bring May flowers they say, so here’s hoping that we can enjoy the May flowers by preparing to withstand severe weather! Be prepared for severe weather, be prepared for emergencies, and be prepared for anything.

Want to learn more? Stop by the EOC at NAS II, and our Emergency Management staff will be more than glad to guide you in preparing for a myriad of situations. You can also send me an email at joshua.neal@

eu.navy.mil or call 624-8328.

Should you have any emergencies, please call the EOC's Emergency Dispatch Center at 095-86-1911 or DSN 6241911. For non-emergencies, you can contact the Emergency Dispatch Center at 095-865225 or DSN 624-5225.

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New Pompeii excavations reveal original colors, shapes Story by ANSA Major new finds have been unveiled for Friday's 270th anniversary of the discovery of the first remains of the ancient city of Pompeii buried by ash and rock following the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. The local archaeological authorities have marked the occasion by presenting major new excavations in the Regio V area launched under the auspices of the ongoing conservation project Great Pompeii. "Our aim was to resolve the instability of the excavation fronts in this area, which had a history of collapses," said special superintendent for Pompeii Massimo Osanna. "The work involved the reshaping of this part of the archaeological site. Then when we started digging we found remains of public and private areas, gardens and porticoes that we did not think we would find. It is the most important dig in the post-war period," he continued.

"And, for the first time as academics, we have come across objects, plasterwork and frescoes that have never been restored, that are in their original shape and color without having been tampered with in past restoration. Now we also have the opportunity to carry out conservation work using the most advanced techniques, materials and experiences," Osanna added. The work is expected to take two years at a total cost of 8.5 million euros and the area will remain open to visitors for the duration.

Archaeologists have already identified an open area that they believe was a garden whose function will be better investigated through paleobotanical analysis. The southeastern corner of the 'garden' has already revealed several amphorae, whose type and contents are now being studied.

Nearby the street that ran alongside the House of the Silver Wedding is coming to light with its raised pavements and the entrances to the build-

PAGE 15 ings along it. These include the entrance to a “domus” (house) with frescoed walls and panels against a red background with the painted image of a pair of dolphin at the center. Meanwhile, the director-general of the Great Pompeii Project, Mauro Cipolletta, confirmed plans to bring high-speed railway services directly to the site.

"The project hasn't been shelved but it needs to be studied in depth, together with the elimination of the coastal railway line that currently separates to area from the sea," Cipolletta said.

Italy museum aims to show Casanova as more than just a lover Story by AP VENICE— A museum is opening in the Venetian hometown of Giacomo Casanova, the 18thcentury adventurer and bon vivant, in hopes of educating visitors about more than just his notorious womanizing. The Giacomo Casanova Museum and Experience doesn't hide Casanova's libidinous side. In fact, the six-room museum includes a bedroom where a shadow installation makes it seem as if Casanova is seducing a woman right in front of visitors. But curators are seeking to shed light on other aspects of the Venetian scholar and writer whose memoir, "History of My Life," provides one of the best chronicles of European high society of the late 18th century. "We want this character, this person, to be known in his entirety," said museum director Andrea Cosentino.

"Here we give the basis of what he was, not only as a lover but also as a man, philosopher and scholar."

Using a variety of virtual reality technology, visitors can read, hear and watch digital presentations on Casanova's youth — he was born in 1795 in the Venetian Republic — and his subsequent serial seductions. In between, visitors can learn about his travels across Europe, his relationship with the lagoon city, his arrests and escapes, his personality and scholarly accomplishments, as well as his portrayal in film over the years. The museum opened last Monday, on Casanova's birthday, in the Palazzo Pesaro Papafava in Venice.

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