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The Secretary of the Navy Energy and Water Management Awards ceremony was held at the U.S. Navy Memorial, Oct.3. The awards recognize Navy and Marine Corps installations, ships and squadrons for their notable progress toward the Department of the Navy's goals of reducing energy and water consumption, increasing the use of renewable energy, and constructing sustainable facilities. (U.S. Navy photo by MC1 Brett Cote/Released)
Naval Air Station Sigonella receives award from SECNAV FROM ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE NAVY (ENERGY, INSTALLATIONS AND ENVIRONMENT) PUBLIC AFFAIRS
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ASHINGTON (NNS) -- Eight Department of the Navy (DoN) commands were recognized for exemplary achievements at the annual Secretary of the Navy Energy and Water Management Awards ceremony Oct. 3, held at the U.S. Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus recognized select commands for leading the DoN in reducing energy and water consumption, increasing use of renewable energy sources and constructing sustainable facilities, all while maintaining mission readiness. "These awards demonstrate the progress that we have made in the last three and a half years to change the way we think about and the way we produce and use energy," said Mabus. "We are working towards these energy goals to help us become a more effective military force to help us accomplish the mission that the nation gives us." The DoN is cultivating a culture of energy efficiency on shore and at sea resulting in enhanced energy readiness and innovation. DoN is a widely recognized leader in renewable energy production. Equivalent of 19 percent of DoN shore electricity consumption comes from alternative sources.
Eight Navy and Marine Corps commands were recognized for exemplary energy and water savings which resulted in combined energy savings in 2011 of more than 418,500 million British thermal units (Btu), enough energy for more than 4,144 homes for an entire year. The commands brought new renewable energy systems on line that produce 48,700 million Btu per year, equal to the energy requirements of 482 homes per year. Water savings were more than 37.5 million gallons, equivalent to 57 Olympic-size swimming pools. Cost avoidance in 2011 topped more than $16.7 million. This year's Navy and Marine Corps energy and water management award winners are: * Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii: Navy Large Shore Category * Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy: Navy Small Shore Category * Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif.: Marine Corps Large Shore Category * Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga.: Marine Corps Small Shore Category * Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport, Wash.: Other Shore Category * USS Makin Island (LHD 8): Large Ship Category * USS Philippine Sea (CG 58): Me-
dium Ship Category * USS Klakring (FFG 42): Small Ship Category Navy commands undergo a rigorous evaluation of their overall energy and water management performance and are ranked according to a system of SECNAV award winners, then platinum, gold or blue level of achievement. Ten platinum, 51 gold and 36 blue commands were also recognized during the ceremony. Mabus emphasized DoN's aggressive energy and water consumption goals laid out three years ago. These five goals strengthen the strategic, tactical and operational capabilities of the Navy and Marine Corps while enhancing environmental stewardship: The DoN's five energy goals are: * Increase Alternative Energy Use DoNWide: By 2020, 50 percent of total DoN energy consumption will come from alternative sources; * Sail the "Great Green Fleet": DoN demon-
strated a Green Strike Group in local operations in 2012 and will sail it by 2016; * Reduce Non-Tactical Petroleum Use: By 2015; DoN will reduce petroleum use in the commercial vehicle fleet by 50 percent; * Energy Ashore: By 2020, DoN will produce at least 50 percent of shore-based energy requirements from alternative sources; 50 percent of DoN installations will be net-zero; and * Energy Efficient Acquisition: Evaluation of energy factors will be mandatory when awarding contracts for systems and buildings. "We have energy goals that we want to achieve and because of the courage, bold actions and innovations of our winners today, we will achieve these goals," said Mabus. "We are on the path to create a new energy future that will increase the security of this country because that is what the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps have always done."
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Homecoming in Sicily
AME Concert Season
Ottobràta in Zafferana
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THE SIGNATURE Capt. Scott Butler, Commanding Officer Cmdr. Eric Vosler, Executive Officer CMDCM David Graham, Command Master Chief
EDITORIAL Lt. Tim Page, Public Affairs Officer timothy.page@eu.navy.mil
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CONTRIBUTING Writers/Photographers Coco Faber
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NAS Sigonella Commanding Officer, Capt. Scott Butler I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Columbus Day weekend. Not only was it a holiday weekend, but also a huge weekend for Sigonella youth sports. Just as importantly, I want to thank the community for coming out to support our student athletes. It may have been the extra support that put volleyball, football, and cross country squads over the top: all of them came away with victories. The Sigonella Swordfish also hosted the “Double Dip” swim meet, with many of our swimmers turning in personal records for the events. It is always fun to show off our state-of-the-art facilities to other families across Europe. If you did not make it out to any of the games, there will be more opportunities. I encourage everyone to come out and support your teams! Congratulations and well done to all those who competed! Our United States Navy dates back to the Continental Navy, which the Continental Congress established on 13 October 1775, by authorizing the procurement, fitting out, manning, and dispatch of two armed vessels to cruise in search of munitions ships supplying the British Army in America. In 1972, Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral Elmo R. Zumwalt
authorized recognition of 13 October as the Navy’s birthday. Since 1972, each CNO has encouraged a Navy-wide celebration of this occasion "to enhance a greater appreciation of our Navy heritage, and to provide a positive influence toward pride and professionalism in the naval service." Tomorrow, we will celebrate the 237th birthday of our great Navy with a Ball at the Catania Sheraton. I am pleased and honored to welcome Vice Admiral French, Commander Navy Installations Command as our guest speaker this year. There has never been a better time to have the Navy leader responsible for every Navy installation in the world visit our base and become a part of our Community! The Sigonella Navy Ball seems to just get better each year and is a great chance to honor the rich heritage and deep traditions that help make our Navy the finest in the world. Tomorrow’s celebration will be a capstone event to an entire week of events – and many months of preparation. I’m extremely grateful to the entire Navy Ball Committee for their efforts, and want to thank Lt. Chris Work and Lt. Rudy Mason for leading the charge. I encourage all Sigonellans to join in the Navy Birthday Celebration and reflect on the
many accomplishments we have made together as a Navy. Happy 237th Birthday, Shipmates! Lastly, I want to remind everyone that we are now less than 30 days before the elections and I want to make sure that you have all the resources available to ensure have the opportunity to vote. Voters requiring assistance with the absentee voting process can contact Lt. Cmdr. Aramburu at DSN 624-2358, Ens. Blair at DSN 624-2730 or visit www.FVAP.com.
NAS SIGONELLA CFC CAMPAIGN TRACKER W EE K 3 ToTal pledge card donors: 557 ToTal donaTions: $54,768
Trick-or-Treating in Marinai Trick-or-Treating this year in Marinai will be held on Halloween, October 31, from 5 -8 p.m. Residents may sponsor up to five guests for trick-or-treating at the Marinai gate beginning at 4:30 -7:30 p.m. with sponsored guests departing Marinai no later than 8:30 p.m. Guests must park vehicles outside of Marinai. Sponsor and guest information will be entered in a logbook at the main gate so proper identification is required for verification. Porch lights turned on indicate residence's that are participating in the trick-or-treat tradition. If the porch light is not on,please respect the resident's privacy and do not ring their doorbell or knock on their door.
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Around NAS Sigonella ... Homecoming:
Sigonella High School sports teams dominated during homecoming weekend, October 6 and 7, at NAS I gymnasium, pool and land annex field.
The Sigonella Jaguars competed against Marymount International School, October 6, completing five kilometers around Naval Air Station Sigonella. (U.S. Navy photo by MR1 Gary Spence/Released)
Sigonella cross country team hosts Marymount International School Jaguars qualify for playoffs with win against Brussels The Sigonella cross country team hosted Marymount International School of The Sigonella Jaguars annihilated the Brussels Brigands, October 6, with a win of 48-6. (U.S. Navy photo by MCSN Cameron Bramham/Released)
Rome (MMI) October 6 at NAS I annex field. This was the only home event of the season. The grueling five kilometer course consisted of four laps around the annex field complex and one lap around the U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella, including the infamous “Hospital Hill.” The Sigonella runners did not disappoint the home crowd. The Jaguars took first place for both the boys and girls teams. First place for the boys was awarded to Abel Ararso with a time of 19:28. First place for the girls went to Samantha McManus with a time of 26:58. The cross country team will compete October 20 in Vicenza.
Homecoming weekend for Sigonella Middle/High School was capped off with the Jaguars best showcase on the gridiron this season, scoring 48 straight points, beating visiting Brussels Brigands, 48-6 and qualifying for the playoffs. “We've had a must win mentality since the third game of the season,” Head Coach Matt McKown said. As of now, it is uncertain who the Jags will play in the postseason, but one thing McKown says is clear. “Believe me we are not just happy to make the playoffs, we want to do some damage when we get there.” The Jaguars have one more game October 13 against Woodham before playoffs begin October 20.
The Sigonella Swordfish competed against teams from Aviano, Naples and Vicenza, Italy and Stuttgart, Germany October 6-7. (U.S. Navy photo by MR1 Gary Spence/Released) Sigonella Lady Jaguars volleyball team hosted Marymount International School of Rome, October 5 and 6, winning all games. Sigonella Swordfish host two-day swim The (U.S. Navy photo by MCSN Cameron Bramham/Released) meet for teams throughout Europe Lady Jags sweep doubleheader against Marymount International School
The Sigonella Swordfish swim team hosted a two-day swimming event October 6-7 at Splasher’s Pool on NAS I. In attendance at the event were the Aviano Sea Dragons, Naples Tiger Sharks, Vicenza Mako Sharks, and the Stuttgart Piranhas. There was also one swimmer representing the NATO Marlins from NATO headquarters in Belgium. The next meet for the Swordfish will be November 3-4 at Aviano and Vicenza.
The Sigonella Lady Jaguars volleyball team hosted Marymount International School of Rome (MMI), October 5 and 6 at “The Jag” gymnasium. The games were a part of homecoming weekend for Sigonella Middle/High School. Both games were won by Sigonella 3-0 with Friday’s games resulting in 25-13 points for all three sets. Saturday’s match was more competitive early on as MMI closed the gap in the first set before falling 25-18 to the Lady Jags and then losing 25-9 and 25-17 in the final two sets.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR FRIDAY
October
12 Ombudsman Appreciation luncheon Galley
2012
MONDAY
TUESDAY 16
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WEDNESDAY 17
AA Meeting NAS I Chapel 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Connections Bingo
POC: Kevin, 347-495-6721
Jox Pub Texas Hold’em
ITT Pizza Night on Mt. Etna ITT Transylvania & Romania Tour
THURSDAY 18
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24 Connections Bingo
POC: Kevin, 347-495-6721
Jox Pub Texas Hold’em
Ragusa & Donna Fugata Castle ITT Siracusa
14 ITT Enna, Piazza Armerina & Agriturismo ITT St. Alfio & Ottobrata in Zafferana
Road Bike from Sigonella to Taormina Beach
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Walk the Pink Out of It Marinai 7:30 a.m.
Karaoke Jox Pub
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AA Meeting NAS I Chapel 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
ITT Circumetnea Antique Train Adventure
SUNDAY
Bowling 2 for 1
Bowling $1 Day
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SATURDAY 13
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Bowling $1 Day
Liberty/Connections/Take 5: x4246, x5602 Outdoor Rec: x4777, x4396
Fitness: x4483, x5243 Midtown 2 Theaters: x4248
FFSC: x4291 American Red Cross: x4900
Does your command or organization have an event you’d like to see on the Community Calendar? Email us at thesig@eu.navy.mil and let us know!
Need an appointment at the hospital? Call DSN 624CARE (2273) or commercial 095-56-2273, M-F: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For non-emergent medical questions that arise over the weekend, a holiday or after office hours, please call 335578-8077 if you are normally seen at the hospital or 335578-8150 if you are normally seen at the Flight Line Clinic.
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Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. DSN 624-4291 Commercial 095-56-4291
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month! There is NO EXCUSE for DOMESTIC ABUSE! The National Domestic Violence Awareness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness of domestic violence, educate about the signs of abuse and emphasize the negative impact it has on family readiness. In support of the national observance, the Fleet and Family Support Center will focus on awareness and prevention through the Domestic Abuse Prevention/Awareness campaign. The focus of this campaign is to: educate bystanders and prompt them to action in preventing domestic abuse, inform victims of domestic abuse that help is available and that offenders will be held accountable. Symbolism of the Purple Ribbon What began close to two decades ago in scattered communities as a visible gesture of support for survivors and victims of domestic violence, today has become one of the most widely-recognized symbols of the battered women's movement-the purple ribbon. The exact history of the purple ribbon is somewhat difficult to pinpoint. Over the years, a number of sources have been credited with originating the use of the purple ribbon as a unifying symbol of courage, survival, honor and dedication to ending domestic violence. Across the country, families and friends of victims have adopted the purple ribbon to remember and honor their loved ones who have lost their lives at the hands of a person they once loved and trusted. Shelters and local battered women's programs use the pur-
ple ribbon to raise awareness about the crime of domestic violence in their communities. The purple ribbon also has been recognized by State Legislatures in proclamations commemorating October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. How Is Your Relationship? DOES YOUR PARTNER…. ■ Verbally insult, demean or threaten you? ■ Isolate you from friends, family or other people? ■ Organize schedules to follow or harass you? ■ Limit your mobility or access to money? ■ Explode into rage and assault you physically or sexually? ■ Negate your words, abilities, ideas and actions? ■ Choke, punch, slap, kick or otherwise hurt you? ■ Excuse each attack and promise to stop? If this sounds familiar, you could be the victim of an abusive relationship. However, you are not alone. Whether you need information, support, or a safe place to stay, there are people who can help. Domestic abuse has negative effects on family readiness and undermines quality of life. The choices are many. We all must acknowledge that interpersonal violence is wrong, reach out to support victims, hold offenders accountable and create a climate of safety and respect. Call your local domestic violence program… Fleet and Family Support Center Family Advocacy Program DSN 624-4291
Sexual Assault Prevention Hotlines Sigonella SAPR VA Hotline:335-642-8312 Or:19020 (toll-free access code) 1-877-995-5247 (From DSN lines) DoD SAFE Helpline: 001-877-995-5247 (From cell phones and off-base telephones)
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Italian pianist Gloria Campaner will perform on January 17, 2013 as part of the Associazione Musicale Etnea 2012-2013 season shows. (Photo by Aurelio Vindigni Ricca)
Associazione Musicale Etnea 2012-2013 season unveiled The “Associazione Musicale Etnea” (Etna Musical Association) has announced the complete lineup for the new symphonic music and theater season. These shows spotlight the talents of artists from different backgrounds and soloists of international, national acclaim. The season begins October 25 and continues through March 20, 2013. All shows begin at 9:15 p.m. October 25: Yiddish Cabaret featuring Moni Ovadia and his Klezmer orchestra - Cine Teatro Odeon (Catania): Moni Ovadia was born to a Jewish family in Bulgaria in 1946. His family eventually emigrated to Milan, Italy. Today Moni Ovadia is a leading artist working in the Italian theater. As reported by Eretz Archeret, Ovadia is "very fond of the Jewish culture and Yiddish customs in particular, and mankind in general, Ovadia's creations are infused with a deep political-moral, present-day awareness. His work is warmly admired by the public and held in high esteem by reviewers." October 29: Musica Nuda (from Bach to the Beatles) featuring Petra Magoni (voice) and Ferruccio Spinetti (double bass) - Cine Teatro Odeon (Catania): Petra Magoni started singing in a treble voices choir. Throughout the years, she participated in a variety of vocal groups. She studied at the Conservatory in Livorno, at the Istitituto Pontificio di Musica Sacra in Milan and ancient music with Alan Curtis. She has participated in workshops given by Bobby McFerrin , Sheila Jordan (improvisation), Tran Quan Hay (canto armonico and difonico) and King’s singers (vocal ensemble). After some work in ancient and opera music, she switched to rock with a band from Pisa called Senza Freni, joining them for the 1995 edition of Arezzo Wave Festival. November 8: Lyskamm Quartet- Biscari Palace (Catania): The Lyskamm Quartet was established by Roberto Tarenzi and is currently based at Berlin University of the Arts. In the latest years, it has garnered international aclaim. Annedore Oberborbeck, violin; Clara Franziska Schötensack, violin; Francesca Piccioni, viola and Giorgio Casati, cello. Music by Haydn, Bartók, Beethoven. November 16: "Un salotto di Fine Ottocento" - Biscari Palace (Catania): A 19th-Century Music concert featuring Claudio Brizi (Mustel harmonium/celesta)and Carlo Palese (piano) Music by Franck, Bizet, Saint-Saëns, Liszt and Wagner. November 23: Suite Siciliana , Piccolo Teatro (Catania): A Sicilian folk music show featuring Miriam Palma (voice) Maurizio Norrito (classic guitar), Emanuele Buzi (mandolin), Nino Giannotta (mandolin) and Michele Ciringione (double bass). November 29: Alessandro Marino (piano) Biscari
Palace (Catania): Music by Beethoven, Salieri, Hummel, Saint-Saëns, Liszt, Gershwin, Raff and Gottschalk. December 5: MAGMARTORCHESTRA -Cine Teatro Odeon (Catania): A tribute to American Jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Sphere Monk featuring Fabrizio Bosso (trumpet) and Paolo Sorge (electric guitar). December 8: Cristina Donà - Mercati Generali (Catania). Begins at 10 p.m.:Cristina Donà is an Italian singer and songwriter. She studied at Accademia di belle arti di Brera in Milano. December 19: Visual and sound artist Carsten Nicolai, aka Alva Noto - Piccolo Teatro (Catania): Nicolai is a German installation artist whose installations are influenced by both cybernetics and John Cage. His audio installations employ "music" of a special kind, music which is not meant to be music in the traditional sense of the word. Rather than a musician, Carsten views himself as a "manufacturer of sounds," his main (and sometimes only) instrument being a computer. (Scafuffi.com) January 17, 2013: Piano concert by Gloria Campaner - Biscari Palace (Catania): Music by J.S. Bach, Schubert, Wagner/Liszt, Verdi/Liszt, Rachmaninov and Prokofiev. Born in Venice, Italy, in 1986, Gloria Campaner is considered by the critics and public alike, as one of the most interesting pianists of the new generation. She began her piano studies at the age of four, gave her first public recital at five, and debuted as a soloist at age 12 with the Venetian Symphonia Orchestra. Since the first year of her studies, Ms. Campaner has been the recipient of the 1st Prize in more than twenty national and international piano competitions for young musicians. February 13, 2013: "Terra ca nun senti" - Cine Teatro Odeon (Catania): Sicilian folk music featuring acclaimed Sicilian songwriter and singer Rita Botto & Banda di Avola. February 21, 2013: Musica Antiqua Latina - Biscari Palace (Catania): The Musica Antiqua Latina Ensemble specializes in the Roman Baroque repertoire. The concert features a musical journey focusing on Middle Eastern (Turkish) and Roman Renaissance sacred music from the 16th century. March 4, 2013: Movie Concert - Biscari PalaceChaplain and Rossellini featuring pianist Nazzareno Carusi. March 20, 2013: Palermo Conservatory Percussion Ensemble featuring Fulvia Ricevuto (percussion). Music by minimalist composer Steve Reich which was inspired by his studies of African drumming. For more information and tickets visit http://assmusicaleetnea.wordpress.com
The mele dell’Etna is a small and sweet variety of apples which grow on the slopes of the Etna volcano at an altitude of about 4,300 feet and is the feature of the Ottobràta Festival, Sunday, October 14. (Photo by Alberto Lunetta)
Ottobràta Festival continues in Zafferana The Ottobràta Festival continues Sunday, October 14, in the Zafferana historic center with focus on the mele dell’Etna, a small and sweet variety of apples which grow on the slopes of the Etna volcano at an altitude of about 4,300 feet. Sunday’s festival opens at 10 a.m. and features all-day street artists performances, craftsmen booths , painting exhibitions, folklore shows, game/activities for children, Sicilian food tasting as well as evening music shows in Piazza Umberto I. For more information and detailed schedules, visit http://www.comunezafferanaetnea.it/ See page 8 for more on the Ottobràta Festival.
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Teenage mafia scion shoots and wounds love rival Naples (AKI)
English: Better one day as a lion than a hundred as a sheep. Italian: Meglio un giorno da leone che cento da pecora. English: He who finds a friend, finds a treasure. Italian: Chi trova un amico, trova un Tesoro. English: Practice makes perfect. Italian: Sbagliando s’impara. English: Time is money. Italian: Il tempo è denaro. English: As long as there is life there is hope. Italian: Finché c'è vita c'è speranza. English: He who sleeps catches no fish. Italian: Chi dorme non piglia pesci.
Police recently arrested the 16-year-old son of a Naples mafia clan boss after he allegedly pulled out a pistol and opened fire on a classmate and love rival, wounding him in the leg. Police said the Naples mafia scion suspected the other youth of having a relationship with the object of his own affection: a 13year-old girl whose cousin was killed in a Naples mafia shootout in 2004. The victim was admited to a local hospital in the Naples district of Forcella where doctors said he would take 30 days to recover. After he was shot, the youth crashed the Honda scooter he was riding at the time, injuring his passenger as well, Naples daily Il Mattino reported.
Tourists snacking in Rome could be fined hundreds of dollars, Tourist and other visitors can now face fines for snacking at the city's historic sites. (Reuters)
Rome - Basta with the pasta, and all other snacks on the street. That's what officials in Rome are saying to visitors to the ancient city about eating at main tourists sites. A new ordinance imposes fines of up to $645 for hungry tourists caught grabbing a bite to eat in the street while visiting Rome’s historic monuments, such as the Colosseum, Italian media reported. La Repubblica newspaper says that the law, which came into effect Tuesday, is intended to "guarantee the protection of areas of merit in the historic centre."
“It is forbidden to encamp or erect makeshift shelters and stop to eat or drink in zones which have a particular historic or architectural value,” reads the ordinance adopted by Rome city council. "This is a way to re-educate people about how to behave in this city. We've let standards fall," Viviana Di Capua, member of an association of historic district residents, told the paper. AFP reports that similar bans have already been adopted in several other Italian cities, such as Florence and Venice. Visitors staying overnight Florence must pay a tax to improve the tourists services and public transportation, while tourists to Venice must pay a hotel tax to save the city from sinking.
Italian president condemns German ruling on Nazi massacre, 'Disturbing' reasons for throwing out Tuscan slaughter case (ANSA) -
Rome - Italian President Giorgio Napolitano last Friday spoke out against a German court's decision not to prosecute surviving Nazi military officers suspected of a World War II massacre in Tuscany. "We note with profound regret the disturbing reasons for closing a case into those suspected of directly participating in those heinous Nazi crimes," said Napolitano in an anniversary message marking a separate case, in which 43 civilians were killed in a Nazi massacre in Bellona, southern Italy, in 1943. Following a 10-year investigation, German magistrates on Monday said a lack of evidence made them drop the case against eight surviving Nazi soldiers for the murder of 560 civilians, including 116
children, in the Tuscan village of Sant'Anna di Stazzema, near Lucca, in 1944. The decision sparked anger and disbelief among the local community and Italian politicians, with mayor Michele Silicani describing it as "absurd and unjust". In its own investigation and trial, the Italian military court condemned 10 of the exNazi officers to life in prison in absentia, including the eight who remain alive. Germany refused to grant Italy's request for the men's arrest. Mayor Siliciani on Tuesday said he also planned to meet with Justice Minister Paola Severino to ask for her intervention. Only three former Nazis have ever been jailed in Italy for war crimes. Erich Priebke, 99, was extradited from Argentina in 1995 and sentenced to life for his part in a 1944 reprisal outside Rome that killed 335 men and boys including many Jews; his ex-commander Karl Hass, arrested after coming from Switzerland to Priebke's trial with witness immunity, died in prison aged 92 in 2004; and 'Butcher of Bolzano' Michael Seifert, found guilty of 18 murders, was extradited from Canada to serve life in 2008 and died in jail aged 86 in 2010. Priebke is now under house arrest in Rome. He had a work permit revoked in 2007 after an outcry from the city's Jewish community. Italian prosecutors have issued European arrest warrants for 15 other German former soldiers without success. Under the terms of a postwar settlement, Germany is not required to extradite alleged war criminals to Italy. The two countries agreed in 2008 to review outstanding wartime issues including the compensation for victims.
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The Ottobràta festival is in full swing in Zafferana, Sundays in October. (U.S. Navy photos by MR1 Gary Spence/Released)
BY MRI GARY SPENCE NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
Ottobràta is in full swing in the town of Zafferana! The festival is held every Sunday in October, so if you haven’t already been, make plans to head up to Etna and join in the fun. This is the 34th year of the event and it’s a must see during your stay in Sigonella. My wife and I recently took the ITT trip to the festival and loved it.
From artisans and craftsmen, fresh food and produce, wine, nuts, and honey, there is just about something for everyone. The many vendors are more than happy to give you a sampling of what they have to offer. There is also plenty to choose from at the abundant food booths available. Try a panini with horse meat, or grab an ear of roasted corn. I personally had the
Panino Mongibello, or a pork sausage sandwich with a pistachio sauce. There are also the ever present pastries and cannolis. If you leave Ottobràta hungry, you’ve done something wrong! Not to be confused with the annual Oktoberfest in Germany, which focuses more on beer, the Ottobràta festival celebrates the many
agricultural products that are grown in the Et region. One of my favorites is honey. There a several different varieties to choose from, inc ding peach, pistachio, almond, hazelnut, o mixture of everything! There are three Sundays left, October 1 21, & 28. So get up, skip breakfast, and he out to Zafferana to join the celebration.
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MCPON sends 237th Navy birthday message
Members of a Navy honor guard from the guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) practice rendering colors before a memorial service at the USS Cole Memorial at Naval Station Norfolk. The Norfolk-based ship was damaged by a suicide bombing while refueling in the Port of Aden in Yemen, killing 17 and wounding 39 Sailors. Cole returned to the fleet in 2002 and has deployed four times since the attack. (U.S. Navy photo by MC1 Julie Matyascik/Released)
Remembering USS Cole Sailors lost Seventeen Sailors were killed aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) when it was attacked by terrorists in the Yemeni port of Aden 12 years ago, on October 12, 2000. A Cole Memorial site consisting of 17 low-level markers which stand for the youthfulness of the Sailors whose lives were cut short and three tall, granite monoliths, each bearing brass plaques, stand for the three colors of the American flag. A set of brown markers encircles the memorial symbolize the darkness and despair that overcame the ship. Additionally, 28 black pine trees represent the 17 Sailors and the 11 children they left behind.
Onboard the ship itself, the passageway for the mess line, known as the "Hall of Heroes," stands as a lasting memorial to those lives lost. There are 17 brass stars placed in the deck to represent the 17 sailors killed that morning. On the mess decks, there are various reminders of the long road back to sea for the Cole. Among them are three U.S. flags. The first is the flag that was flying the day the bombing took place. Second is the flag that was used during the burial of the lost sailors. Lastly, the flag that was flown when the Cole got back underway for its first deployment after the bombing.
WASHINGTON (Sept. 28, 2012) Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Michael D. Stevens delivers remarks during the MCPON Change of Office ceremony at the Sail Loft at the Washington Navy Yard. Stevens replaced retired MCPON Rick D. West as the 13th MCPON, and was selected while serving as the U.S. Fleet Forces Fleet Master Chief. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Kiona Miller/Released) SPECIAL FROM MASTER CHIEF PETTY OFFICER OF THE NAVY(AW/NAC)MIKE D. STEVENS
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON)(AW/NAC) Mike D. Stevens sends his 237th Navy Birthday Message to the fleet Oct. 9. "Shipmates and Navy families, As we honor the 237th birthday of the United States Navy, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all Sailors, civilians and family members for your service and dedication to our great Navy. One of the primary reasons I believe our Navy is so great is because of the way we treat each other with decency and respect and how we con-
Friday, 12 OCT 12 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Asstd Doughnuts, Muffins. *Lunch: New England Clam Chowder, Lemon Baked Fish, Grilled Pork Chops w/ Mushroom Gravy, Steamed Rice, Garlic Roasted Potatoes, Asparagus, Creole Green Beans, Sugar Cookies, Cheese Cake, Vanilla Cream Pudding. *Speed line: Grilled Hamburger/Cheeseburger, French Fries, Baked Beans. *Dinner: Vegetable Supreme Soup, Teriyaki Chicken, Fish Portion, Oven Browned Potatoes, Spinach, Oriental Stir Fry, Sugar Cookies, Cheesecake, Vanilla Cream Pudding. Saturday, 13 OCT 12 *Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Ham Slices, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Buttermilk Pancakes, Asstd Doughnuts, Butterhorns. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Chicken Parmesan, Pork Fried Rice, Cajun Oven Fries, Steamed Broccoli, Glazed Carrots, Almond Cookies, Blueberry Pie. *Dinner: Logging Soup, Beef Stir Fry, Spaghetti w/meat sauce, Breaded Pork Chop, Steamed Rice, Peas, Corn Whole Kernel, Almond Cookies, Blueberry Pie.
duct ourselves professionally. This is something that we should all actively strive to do every day. It adds value, influences those around us in a positive way, and is truly important to our primary mission of warfighting. I personally look to our history as a roadmap and a guide to help us stay the course and aid us in navigating through the challenges we face today. It is these challenges that create the opportunities that allow us to grow as Sailors, citizens and leaders. The Navy's birthday gives us a chance to think about the things that we are doing today and how we are creating
history from which future generations can draw courage. In everything that we do, we need to provide future generations something to be proud of and celebrate. This is our time and we are part of a new history. We must seize the day, because if we don't, who will? To all of our Sailors and Navy families, I would like to wish you a very happy birthday as we celebrate 237 years of excellence and service to our great Navy. All the Best! Very Respectfully, MCPON"
Tuesday, 16 OCT 12 *Breakfast: Farina, Oven Fried Bacon, Baked Sausage Patties, Biscuits and Gravy, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Asstd Doughnuts, Muffins. *Lunch: Arroz Caldo Soup, Chicken Adobo, Linguine w/scallops , Steamed Rice, Cut Green Beans, Steamed Carrots, Fruit Cocktail Upside Down Cake, Chocolate Chip Cookies. *Speed line: Italian Sausage W/ Pepper & Onion, Oven Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Cream of Broccoli, Roast Beef, Farfalle w/Meat Sauce, Baked Potatoes, Cream Style Corn, Carrots, Fruit Cocktail Upside Down Cake, Chocolate Chip Cookies. Wednesday, 17 OCT 12 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Creamed Ground Beef, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Blueberry Pancakes, Asstd Doughnuts, Danish Diamonds. *Lunch: Mulligatawny Soup, Roast Turkey, Pasta al Forno, Steamed Rice, Mashed Potatoes, Chicken Gravy, Peas & Carrots, Steamed Cauliflower, Sweet Potato Pie, Shortbread Cookies, Peach Gelatin. *Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Chicken noodles soup, Fish Breaded, Chicken Fillet Sandwich, Steamed Rice, Lima Beans, Vegetable Stir Fry, Sweet Potato Pie, Shortbread Cookies.
Sunday, 14 OCT 12 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Minute Steak, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Asstd Doughnuts, Kolaches. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Bean & Bacon Soup, Chicken Nuggets, Rosemary Potato Wedges, Steamed Brussels Sprouts, Glazed Carrots, Hermits, Velvet Pound Cake. *Dinner: Pepper Pot Soup, Jaegerschnitzel, Italian Sausage, Macaroni & cheese, Rice Pilaf, Cauliflower Polonaise, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, Hermits, Velvet Pound Cake.
Thursday, 18 OCT 12 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Grilled Ham Slice, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Asstd Doughnuts, Pineapple Carrot Muffin. *Lunch: Corn Chowder Soup, Lasagna, Beef Sauerbraten, Orange Rice, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Asparagus, Summer Squash, Devils Food Cake, Fruit Nut Bar. *Speed line: Assorted Pizza. *Dinner: Beef Noodle Soup, Chicken Parmesan, Roast Pork Tenderloin, Steamed Rice, Steamed Broccoli, Seasoned Carrots, Devils Food Cake, Fruit Nut Bar.
Monday, 15 OCT 12 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Minced Beef w/ Toast, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Asstd Doughnuts, Butterfly Rolls. *Lunch: Cream of potato Soup, Baked Fish, Yankee Pot Roast, Southwestern Rice, Parsley Buttered Potatoes, Calico Cabbage, Sprouts Superba, White Cake, Peach Crunch, Butterscotch Pudding. *Speed line: Sloppy Joe. *Dinner: Beef Noodle Soup, Salisbury Steak, Pasta Carbonara, Brown Rice w/ Tomatoes, Collard Greens, Lyonnaise Wax Beans, Almond Cake, Peach Crunch, Butterscotch Pudding.
Friday, 19 OCT 12 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Asstd Doughnuts, Apple Fritters. *Lunch: New England Clam Chowder, Fried/Baked Pollok Fish, Pasta al Forno , Mushroom Gravy, Steamed Rice, Roasted Garlic Potatoes, Steamed Asparagus, Fried Cauliflower, Lemon Cookies, Cheese Cake, Chocolate Cream Pudding. *Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Cantonese Spareribs, Pork Fried Rice, Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Steamed Whole Corn, Seasoned Spinach, Lemon Cookies, Cheese Cake, Chocolate Cream Pudding.
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TEST YOUR STRENGTH! Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) is hosting the first ever Sigonella Strongman Competition, October 27. If you eat 300 grams of protein per day, have ever been called a "beefcake" or sold tickets to the gun show, this contest is for you! The Sigonella Strongman Competition will consist of eight events including the Caveman Stone Carry, Farmer’s Walk, Tire Toss, Boulder Dash, Keg Toss, Tire Flip, Crucifix and Tackle the Great Snake. According to MWR Sports Coordinator Brandon Donalson the contest will require both strength and endurance. “They’re going to need to eat their Wheaties that day,” Donalson says. "One of the most challenging events will be Tackle the Great Snake where competitors will have to transport a 992 pound, 140 yard long rope 100 feet. The Boulder Dash event involves pushing a giant stone ball through a course full of bridges, sand traps and occa-
sional garden gnomes. Other events include carrying cement-filled pipes through an obstacle course, tossing tires for distance and thro-
wing kegs for height. You better have logged hours as the gym!" There are four categories for this competition: three weight classes for men and a women’s category. Medallions will be awarded for first, second and third place at each event and trophies will be given to the first, second and third place overall in each division. The contest is open to ages 18 and over, active duty military, spouses, DOD, local nationals and other European bases. All competitors must sign up and have a registration packet turned in to the NAS I Gym no later than Thursday, October 25. The Sigonella Strongman Competition will take place Saturday, October 27 at the NAS I Annex Field. Weigh-ins will happen at 8 a.m. and the events start at 9 a.m. Email brandon.donalson@eu.navy.mil or call 335349-115 for more information.
Midtown Movie theaters SCHEDULE & DESCRIPTIONS Thursday, October 18 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM
Step Up Revolution 3D Frankenweenie Trouble with the Curve The Watch
PG-13 PG PG-13 R
FRANKENWEENIE 2D & 3D….PG STARRING:Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara and Martin Short
Young Victor conducts a science experiment to bring his beloved dog Sparky back to life. (87 m.)
Friday, October 19 Friday, October 12 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM
Frankenweenie 3D Looper Hit & Run Trouble with the Curve
PG R R PG-13
Odd Life of Timothy Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2 Step Up Revolution 3D Bourne Legacy Premium Rush
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Tuesday, October 16 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM
Hotel Transylvania 3D Moonrise Kingdom Bourne Legacy Total Recall
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Wednesday, October 17 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM
Coraline Diary of a Wimpy Kid 3 Savages Campaign
ParaNorman 3D Premium Rush Hit & Run Looper
PG PG-13 R R
HIT & RUN….................................R STARRING:Dax Shepard, Kristen Bell and Bradley Cooper
Former getaway driver Charlie Bronson jeopardizes his Witness Protection Plan identity in order to help his girlfriend get to Los Angeles. (100 m.)
Saturday, October 20
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ParaNorman 3D Hotel Transylvania Odd Life of Timothy Expendables 2 Premium Rush
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HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2D & 3D……..PG STARRING:Adam Sandler, Kevin James and Andy Samberg
Dracula, who operates a high-end resort away from the human world, goes into overprotective mode when a boy discovers the resort and falls for the count's teenaged daughter. (91 m.)
Sunday, October 21 2:00 PM 2:30 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 7:30 PM
Odd Life of Timothy ParaNorman Frankenweenie 3D Step Up Revolution Looper
PG PG PG PG-13 R
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Coming soon ... Sparkle, ParaNorman3D, Lawless, The Possession, The Words, Finding Nemo 3D, Resident Evil Retribution 3D, House at the End of the Street, Dredd 3D, End of Watch
LOOPER…..................................…R STARRING: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt
In 2072, when the mob wants to get rid of someone, the target is sent 30 years into the past, where a hired gun awaits. Someone like Joe, who one day learns the mob wants to 'close the loop' by transporting back Joe's future self. (118 m.)
Movie schedule is subject to change. Please call to confirm. Movie Hotline: 624-4248
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Creeps, female, 1 yr., cat, black and white, petite, very loving enjoying children and people, tolerant of other cats and dogs. Current on shots. Jax, female, 1 yr. cat, black and orange, small, loves to cuddle and enjoys windowsills, good with other cats and people. Current on shots. To volunteer, adopt or foster, visit facebook.com/Sigonella.Animals or http://sigonellaanimalwelfaresociety.webs.com/
NOTICE The 2011 Drinking Water Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs) in both English and Italian are now available on the NAS Sigonella CNIC web page at http://www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella/Operations AndManagement/EnvironmentalSupport/index.htm. PA I D A D S You can adopt while posted overseas. International & fostercare adoptions, homestudies. www.adopt-abroad.com 2002 Ford Fiesta 1.2, gasoline, red, A/C, excellent condition (like new), Euro 2.000. Agostina (English spoken), cell. 339-6502-283; tel. 095-308-639. renting apartment in central motta s.a.: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, laundry room, A/C, garage. Cell. 338-745-5006.
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