"The Signature," January 24 issue by NAS Sigonella Signature

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Sigonella Students Create Buzz During Spelling Bee

Malia Puerto spells a word during Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Elementary School's annual spelling bee competition at Knight's Hall on Jan. 16, 2014. Puerto won the compettion by spelling the word, “recoup”. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Tony. D. Curtis/Released)

by MC2 Tony d. curtis NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Elementary School held its annual spelling bee competition at Knight's Hall on Jan. 16, 2014. Twelve students from third to fifth grade participated in the event. The spelling bee is part of the nationally known Scripps Spelling Bee held annually in Washington, D.C. Leading up to this year’s competition the students have been really eager to learn new words and have been studying hard to prepare for the spelling bee. The student’s preparation was tested the day of the competition. The day started with twelve, simple words like “rug” and “jam,” but it wasn’t long before all twelve contestants

were moved on from three-letter words to six and seven letters. After they moved onto eight letters, one by one they started to be eliminated from the competition until half of the field was left standing. These kids were knocking out words like “introverted”, “enviable” and “cohesive” with ease. In a flash, the only two students left were fourth grader Malia Puerto and fifth grader Laura Salazar. After the two of them quickly rattled off longer and longer words like “extinguished” and “propulsion” with effortlessness, the proctor, Mr. Larson, had to skip ahead in the list to harder words. “Panache” was the word that

eventually stumped the young Salazar. To seal her title as spelling bee champion, Puerto had to spell “recoup”. After 45 minutes, spelling against 11 other constants for the title, Malia Puerto was named the 2014 Sigonella Elementary School Spelling Bee champion. She immediately shook Salazar’s hand in a sign of good sportsmanship. “I was kind of surprised,” said Puerto. “The 2nd place winner, Laura Salazar is a great speller.” As the winner, Puerto will be going to Germany for the Europe-wide spelling bee. The winner of that spelling bee goes on to the televised Scripps Spelling Bee.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "The battles that count aren't the ones for gold medals. The struggles within yourself - the invisible, inevitable battles inside all of us - that's where it's at.” – Jesse Owens

Around Sigonella:

Italian News

Easy Recipes

Check out what's happening around Sigonella.

Travel back in time at the Katabba Medieval Fest

Learn how to make two delicious Italian dishes.

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THE SIGNATURE U.S. NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Dennis Executive Officer Cmdr. Eric Vosler Command Master Chief CMDCM David Graham

EDITORIAL Public Affairs Officer Lt. Tim Page

timothy.page@eu.navy.mil Communtiy Relations Officer Dott. Alberto Lunetta alberto.lunetta.it@eu.navy.mil Editor-in-chief Jackie L. Trembath jackie.trembath@eu.navy.mil Staff Writers/Photographers MC2 Tony D. Curtis anthony.curtis@eu.navy.mil MC2 Brian Glunt brian.glunt@eu.navy.mil MC3 Cameron Bramham cameron.bramham@eu.navy.mil CONTACT US Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily thesig@eu.navy.mil DSN 624-5440; 095-86-5440 PSC 812 Box 3020, FPO, AE 09627

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Public Affairs Officer Lt. Tim Page Wow, time really flies when you are having fun!! It seems like yesterday that I arrived in Sigonella and now this tour and chapter is quickly coming to an end. As I prepare to move on to my next adventure, I am grateful to have this opportunity to thank every service member, civilian and Italian in this community for allowing me to serve alongside you for the past three years. I could not have asked for a better community to spend this time with and camaraderie that I have seen across the installation and team. I would like to particularly thank Capt. Scott Butler, Capt. Chris Dennis, Cmdr. Eric Vosler and CMDCM David Graham for your leadership. I know at times it may have been challenging or at least a challenge finding a translator for this good ‘ole boy from Tennessee, but one thing is for certain, I leave here a better person, a better Sailor, and a better PAO. To my fellow Sig’ Citizens, YOU are what made this tour special. The work you

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What’s Happening Around NAS Sigonella

Sigonella Starts New Year New Standardization Address System in With Run/Walk Full Effect at Military Post Offices

do everyday, whether supporting one of the many charities through volunteering or helping me get YOUR story out for the community, you are making an impact in more lives than you think. Continue to take care of yourself and each other! At times it may get difficult and a little stressful, but keep family as a priority in your life, and take advantage of the liberty that is granted during the holidays to spend valuable time with them. While serving our country, military and civilians included, we will inevitably be away from our families at some point, whether on deployment or IA. While on shore duty, however, use these opportunities to strengthen ties at home, invest time in our loved ones, and create that support network that truly drives Sigonella from behind the scenes. For the single Sailors, Airmen and Marines, I encourage you to get out and actively build your own “extended family” here through friendships. I know that I have relied on good friends throughout

my career to support me during difficult times – and I feel confident that you can find that same type of support network here. Lastly, to all my Italian friends I have made over the last three years, thank you for welcoming my family into yours. When you get right down to it, a family is simply a group of people who love and support each other through thick and thin. You ALL represent just that – a family! I will sincerely miss you from the bottom of my heart! Buon fortuna a tutti e Arrivederci.

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Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella runners and walkers took to the NAS II streets, Jan. 11, for the New Year’s Rockin the 90’s Decade 5 Mile/8 Mile Run/Walk. Race participants had the option of running or walking the outside (8 miles), or the inside (5 miles) areas of the flightline jogging trails. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released) by MC3 cameron bramham NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

Hundreds of Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella service and community members laced their sneakers up for the New Year’s Rockin the 90’s Decade 5 Mile/8 Mile Run/Walk, Jan. 11 on NAS II. The race was hosted by Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Sigonella Fitness Division and was number five out of seven for the Rock of Ages Race Series, which leads up to the Base 2 Base 7.6 Mile Run/Walk and half marathon in March. “I really enjoy the exercise series MWR puts on for us,” Utilitiesman Constructionman Dustin Hubbard said. “I’ve taken part in every race so far, and it really feels good to get out and just go. I love it!” The race began in front of Big Al’s by the NAS II multi-purpose sports complex field and took runners and walkers around the outside (8 miles), or the inside (5

miles) of the flightline jogging trails. Along with the runners, approximately 30 members of Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD)’s Sigonella Chapter were present and volunteered to help MWR Fitness staff in setting the race up, and at different registration and water booths. “The race was amazing,” Hubbard said. “Nice day, didn’t rain, and we all had a clear view of Mt. Etna as we ran. I’d say it was a very successful event and I’d have to give a Bravo Zulo to MWR and everyone who was out here today.” The sixth installment for the Rock of Ages Race Series will be the Healthy Heart New Millennium 6 Mile/12 Mile Run/Walk. For more information on this and other fitness events, contact MWR Fitness Coordinator Jill Lynch at 624-4301.

The illustration above is a basic template for new standardized address system, which all Military Post Offices are in the process of converting to in accordance with United States Postal Service (USPS) and the Military Postal Service Agency (MPSA). The changes began on Jan. 15 and identify a unique individual box number and incorporate use of a nine digit zip code, ZIP +4. The implementation of address standardization will require most of the same procedures that would come with a physical move and change of address. While you won’t have to go to USPS and submit a change of address form, you will have to update your bank accounts and personal mailing accounts. The cooperation of the entire NASSIG community is vital to the success of this address change program—and the postal directors appreciate all of your continued support in this endeavor. Any questions can be directed to command mail orderlies or emailed to the address standardization help desk at: FLCSIzipplus4@eu.navy.mil. (Photo illustration provided by NAVSUP Sigonella)

Jaguars Basketball Teams Take On Naples

Super Bowl Events:

NASSIG WORSHIP SERVICES

ROMAN CATHOLIC Sunday ■ 8:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS I Chapel) ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS II Chapel) TUE - FRI ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS II Chapel) Sacraments of Reconciliation/Penance precede each Mass PROTESTANT NAS I Chapel Saturday ■ 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship Services Sunday ■ 10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship NAS II Chapel WEDNESDAY ■ 5 p.m. Protestant Evening Service (Beginning Feb. 2)

OTHER SERVICES/ACTIVITIES

LATTER-DAY SAINTS Sunday at 1:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) Contact: sigonellalds@gmail.com or 624-9049 JEWISH SHABBAT LAY SERVICE Friday at 5:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) NIGHT STUDY Wednesday at 5 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) ■ AA Meetings: Monday at 5:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) second deck; Thursday at 7 p.m. (NAS II Chapel) NAS Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/NavalAirStationSigonella Chapel

Chapel Offices: NAS I 095-56-3975, NAS II 095-86-9049, DSN: 624-3975, CHAPLAIN DUTY: 335-831-4493 RP DUTY: 335-786-1950

For all things related to the Super Bowl at MWR Sigonella, please visit the MWR Sigonella's Super Bowl Facebook page at http://tinyurl. com/MWR-Sigonella-Super-Bowl-2014

The Sigonella High School men’s and women’s basketball teams welcomed the Naples Wildcats to “The Jag” gymnasium at Sigonella Middle/High School for a double header on Jan. 17 and 18. The Lady Jaguars dropped both games over the weekend and the Jaguars held off a late Naples rally on Jan. 18 to split the two-game series. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released)

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Monday Beginners Knitting Class 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Tuesday

Public Speaking Class FFSC 1 - 3 p.m.

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Wednesday CFS Forum 2 -3 p.m. Compass Room Teen Workshop 4:30 - 6 p.m. Youth Complex Beginners Knitting Class 6:30 - 8 p.m. ITT

St. Agatha Festival ITT Beginners Knitting Class 6:30 - 8 p.m. ITT

St. Agatha Festival ITT

St. Agatha Festival ITT Beginners Knitting Class 6:30 - 8 p.m. ITT

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Arrivederci Class FFSC 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Positive Discipline For Your Teen FFSC 1 - 3 p.m.

Thursday

Save and Invest All Hands Brief 8:30 - 10 a.m. Midtown Theater

Sunday

Command Leadership Brief 9 - 10 a.m. FFSC

26 WWII Tour Part 2 ITT

Half Price Bowling* Sparetime Bowling

Snowshoe Galvaina Mountain Rifugio Outdoor Rec

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Power Outage Scheduled for ALL of NAS I 8 p.m. - 4 a.m.

Basic Investing 2 - 3:30 p.m. PWD Training Room

Family Night Out* Sparetime Bowling 5 - 8 p.m.

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Let the CO Know ... Tools to Share Your Feedback The Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) system is a web-based tool for collecting feedback to help determine customer satisfaction with services provided at NAS Sigonella. The customer-side of ICE is available to anyone with ONE-Net Internet access and does not require a username or password. The ICE home page, http://ice.disa.mil, is the starting point to navigate to an individual ICE site and to view general information about the ICE system. With easy to access links and descriptions, customers can locate an ICE site by branch, regions, geographic location, and by searching an alphabetical listing of all sites. All Sigonella services are found under the Navy Europe Listing in the scroll-down menu. On occasion, the command will anonymously publish comments and responses in The Signature for the benefit of the Sigonella community. You can also go to the link at the right to submit your suggestions.

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Comments regarding Base Security: “I am extremely impressed with the professional security at this base. They do a thankless job at times and do it with pride and professionalism ... BZ!” Response:

Thank you! We appreciate your feedback and we hope we can continue to provide you our dedicated service.

Comment regarding illegal parking on base:

*EVERY FRIDAY

IMPORTANT EXTENSIONS:

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A comment was received regarding cars being parked illegally in various parking lots on both NAS I and NAS II. The Commenter complained about a lack of enforcement.

Response:

ITT Gear & Go: x4777, x4396 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!

Thank you for this comment. Security cannot be everywhere, so you and other Sig Citizens can help us by calling the Security Desk Sergeant at 624-6063 and reporting these issues so that a unit can be dispatched promptly. As always, you can either state your name or report anonymously and Security will ticket the offending vehicle.

Comment regarding DoDDS school buses:

A comment was received complaining about the lack of ridership on DoDDS buses on existing routes, while areas with growing populations of U.S. School Children can’t get bus service provided because they are not in approved bus areas. The comment expressed frustration regarding the waste of money to send a bus out for one or two children every day.

Response:

I want to thank this parent for bringing this to our attention. Mr. Grice, the transportation officer at the DSO, will be doing a passenger review of each bus route in the very near future. Letters will be going home to parents of students not riding the bus at least three times a week stating they will be removed from the route. After the review, bus routes may be consolidated. The transportation budget has been cut and changes are occurring. All schools in the Med are being reviewed and those already looked at have lost at least three buses. Due to budgetary factors, there will be NO expansion of bus routes in any DoDDS school this school year. If parents selected homes outside the bus commuting area, they signed a letter with the housing office or the bus office stating they knew they would not receive service.

Comment regarding Chapel Catholic Services:

A comment was received asking why there is no longer a Saturday Evening Vigil Mass. The comment stated that this person’s spouse could not always make it to Sunday Mass due to being a shift worker.

Response:

Father Watts is a contract employee of the Navy and must operate within the limits of his contract just like any government contractor. The current contract requires daily noon masses, Tuesday through Friday and Sunday mass resulting in five work days and two off days for Father Watts. Daily masses are provided Tuesday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. at either NAS I or NAS II chapels; Sunday Community Mass is provided at both NAS I and NAS II. In addition, Father Watts can offer special services on Holy Days. For anyone precluded from attending regular Mass due to work, please contact Father Watts or the Chapel directly. Our aim is to support to the best of our ability and always within legal and ethical limits. If we cannot support your specific needs then another option is attending a local Italian Mass, of which there are many.

Need an appointment at the hospital? Call DSN 624-CARE (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, holidays, or after office hours, please call 335-578-8077 if you are normally seen at the hospital or 335-578-8150 if you are normally seen at the Flight Line Clinic.

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Sicily Has One of the Highest Numbers of Asylum Seekers

Children of married couples in Italy will be allowed to carry their mother's last name, after a ruling by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) which said practice of naming child after father is discriminatory (Photo courtesy of www.euobserver.com) In the small town of Monforte San Giorgio, the locals hold Katabba, an annual and spectacular medieval festival featuring medieval arts and crafts food and entertainment. (Photo courtesy of www.notizie.comuniitaliani.it)

Katabba Festival Brings Spirit of Middle Ages to life in Monforte San Giorgio Travel back in time to the Middle Ages by attending the annual “Katabba” Medieval Fest! This unique festival running through Feb. 2 in the center of Monforte San Giorgio, a small picturesque medieval town nestled in the Peloritani Mountains in the Messina province, recreates the middle ages’ atmosphere through culinary delicacies, craft demonstrations, medieval merchandise, street performers’ antics, music, dance shows and fireworks. According to the festival organizers, the purpose of this must-go cultural event is to celebrate the victory of Norman King Roger I against the Arabs rulers in the second half of the 11th century and the liberation of the town from the Muslim invaders. For 20 days, believers stage the “Campanata e Tammurinata di Sant’Agata,” a bell and drums musical performance, which is performed by two musicians at dawn (6 a.m.) and sunset (7 p.m.) from the bell tower of the Church of Saint Agata. Festival highlights include the Giostra della Katabba to be performed by the Cavalieri di Mineo (Joust of Katabba, Jan. 26, 3 p.m.), a series of concerts of medieval music and dance shows (Jan. 25 and Feb. 1 at 8:45 p.m.), guided tours of the Borgo Antico Mercatini Medievali (medieval markets) and medieval food tasting (Jan. 25 and Feb. 1 at 6 p.m.), Gran Corteo Storico ( Feb. 2 at 2:30 p.m.) a breathtaking period parade, which was awarded in 2012 as the best regional historic reenactment and medieval craftsmanship demonstrations . Monforte San Giorgio can be easily reached by exiting Rometta on the Messina-Palermo A-20 highway, taking State Road 113 towards Palermo, crossing the village of Torregrotta and then following directions towards Monforte San Giorgio. (google map's address : https://maps.google.it/maps?q=Comune+Di+Monforte+S.+Gior gio&hl=it&ll=38.156039,15.382115&spn=0.004927,0.010568&sll =38.156022,15.382115&sspn=0.004961,0.010568&hq=Comune+Di+Monforte+S.+Giorgio&t=m&z=17 ) For more information and detailed schedules visit https://www. facebook.com/pages/Katabba-Mille-anni-di-storia/165777483568155 or www.katabba.blogspot.it#sthash.n3hbqL2D.dpuf

Italian Children Allowed to Carry Mother's Last Name by www.ibtimes.co.uk

Italian mothers will be allowed to give their own last names to their children, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ruled. The Italian law which stipulates that a newborn child automatically carries the father's family name was declared discriminatory by the court. "The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that [use of the maternal family name] is a right so Italy will have to adjust its laws to reflect that," Reuters Rome correspondent Naomi O'Leary told IBTimes UK. When Alessandra Cusan and Luigi Fazzo were refused permission by Italian authorities to give their daughter the mother's maiden name in 1999 they argued that there was no official law which impeded them and took the case to the ECHR in Strasbourg. "The child's father and mother were treated differently in spite of an agreement between the spouses," the ECHR said in its ruling. "The Italian Constitutional Court itself had recognized that the system in force had its roots in a patriarchal concept of the family which was not compatible with the constitutional principle of equality between men and women." "It was possible that the rule that the father's surname be handed down to legitimate children

was necessary in practice, and was not necessarily incompatible with the convention, but the fact that it was impossible to derogate from it had been excessively rigid and discriminatory towards women. "The tradition conferring the father's surname to all the members of a family could not justify discrimination against women," concluded the court. Cusan and Fazzo are finally allowed to give their daughter Benedetta her mother's last name. "It's a new step forward to progress and it will above all benefit our children," Cusan told the Italian news agency Ansa. Several Italian lawmakers hailed the judgment. Former prime minister Enrico Letta wrote on Twitter: "The court's sentence is right. Changing the Italian regulations regarding surnames is a duty." As reported by BBC, Rome will have to change its legislation to comply with the ruling, unless it lodges an appeal with a higher chamber of the European court within three months. PMnews reported that several Italian lawmakers, from across the political spectrum, also hailed the judgment as a boost for gender parity. Some other European countries are already more flexible in the choice of a baby’s surname. In France, for instance, a child can carry the last name of the father or the mother, or a combination of both.

(http://en.cihan.com) Mineo Sicily has one of the highest numbers of asylum seekers in Italy due to its strategic location. In 2011, in response to the influx of refugees arriving in the wake of the Arab Spring, the governate of Sicily in conjunction with local municipality of Catania set up Cara Mineo, an open reception centre where asylum seekers can live whilst their cases are processed. Due to large numbers living here, over 4,000 now, the wait can take anything from six months to a year. In the meantime, the management tries to find ways to make the time pass quicker, providing training courses, Italian classes, but meeting the needs of so many is a real challenge. A small village sits in the middle of the Sicilian countryside, multi-colored houses joined by paved roads, create the impression of a quiet suburb. But this is no ordinary suburb. This is home to Cara Mineo Residence, one of Europe's largest reception centers for asylum seekers. Over 4,000 people live here. All have fled their home countries in search of safety and security.

Italian Govt to Deploy Army to Fight Mafia Toxic Waste Dumping in South, Polluters Can't Receive Communion Claims Naples Archbishop Rome (AkI) The government plans to send the army to stop the dumping of toxic waste by the southern region of Campania's local mafia, junior defence minister Gioacchino Alfano announced on Tuesday. "The government is in favour of deploying the army to Campania to combat the dumping of toxic waste by the mafia between Naples and Caserta," he stated. The Naples mafia or Camorra often sets toxic waste alight in the area which has been nicknamed the 'Land of Fires'. The mafia has had a grip on Italy's waste disposal sector for decades, and some cancer-inducing materials have been illegally dumped in landfills that are not properly sealed with the result that toxins contaminate the local soil and aquifers.Hundreds of thousands of tonnes of dangerous waste have been dumped and experts says they will continue to poison the environment for at least another 50 years. Polluters may not receive holy communion as they do not enjoy God's "grace",the archbishop of Naples, Crescenzio Sepe said on Wednesday.

"Those who pollute are not in the grace of God and can not take communion,'' Sepe told journalists. His remarks came after cases of the local mafia burying cancer-inducing toxic waste around the city recently made headlines. "We need to tell the truth to people about what happened. But we also need to stress the positive action that has already been taken. It's time for us all to work together and keep freeing our land of poisons," Sepe said. He said he had ordered local priests, deacons and lay brothers to be aware of the Church's role in public ethics. Sepe was speaking on the sidelines of Christian environmentalist group Greenaccord's annual meeting in Castel dell'Ovo, Naples.

Italian Children 'Are Too Inactive, Have Poor Diet', But Under-Five Mortality Rate Among World's Lowest (ANSA) - Rome, January 15 Nearly one in every four children (23%) in Italy do not exercise or play sports, warned a study presented Wednesday in Rome. However, Italy boasts one of the lowest mortality rates in the world for children under age five, the Italian national statistics agency ISTAT said. The director of the Italian office of Save the Children, Valerio Neri, said "Italian children do not get enough exercise and eat badly. The situation is serious and has got worse due to the crisis. This should worry all of us.'' The study, conducted by IPSOS for Save the Children and the Mondelēz International Foundation in Italy, shows that 28% of the time the reason is the economic situation of their families, a 13% rise from 2012. US-based Mondelēz International, Inc is one of the world's largest snacks companies. The presentation marked three years of activity of the project 'Pronti, Partenza, Via!' ('Ready, Set, Go!'). The project aims to encourage physical activity and healthy-eating education in the outskirts of 10 Italian cities. Some 70,000 parents and children have been reached thus far and the project will continue throughout 2014. Raffaella Milano, Italy-Europe program director for Save the Children, said that playing fields, green spaces, cycling paths and other areas had been recovered in order to render them available to all the area's inhabitants. The figures show a 2% rise in the number of children not engaging in any sort of sports activity in their free time. Some 35% of parents interviewed said that their children were not interested in sports, while 28% cited the costliness of facilities. Almost half of all parents, 44%, did not engage in any sort of physical

activity either, compared with 32% in 2012%. Four in 10 children regularly travel by car and only 24% (30% in 2012) on foot and 9% (11%) by bicycle. A full 73% of children spend their free time in their homes, and 47% of those who watch television do so for between one and three hours every day. Thirty-six percent of parents (26% in 2012) complain of a lack of open spaces for children to meet with their friends due to a slight drop in the availability of sports facilities. At school, 9% of children do not engage in physical activity, with no facilities available in 39% of the cases (29% in 2012). Most parents say that they know basic healthy-eating notions but the study found a slight drop in the number of children and adolescents eating fruit and vegetables at every meal (35% compared with 37% in 2012) or once a day (35% compared with 39%). Nine percent do not have breakfast, but nine out of 10 Italian families still sit down together for dinner. Neri warned that children tend not to go outside to play and that if they play sports, they do it in "a militaristic manner". Only one in every 10 parents admit that their child is overweight. Mondelez's Corporate Affairs Southern Europe director Stefano Robba stressed the importance of "promoting healthy lifestyles, physical activity, balance and psychological well-being, as well as attention to food choices". The ISTAT study, on the other hand, noted that there were 2,084 under-five deaths in 2011, compared with 399,505 in 1887: a reduction from 347 deaths per 1,000 births to about four per 1,000. Sweden has the lowest under-five mortality rate in Europe, followed by France. While in the late 19th century young children in Italy died mainly due to infectious diseases, 72% of deaths are now due to conditions of birth (48%) and genetic defects (24%), ISTAT said. In 2011, 85% of deaths of those under age five in Italy occurred in the first year of life and a full half in the first seven days. The agency reported that the mortality rate at birth was 2.9 per 1,000 in 2011. It is higher for children born to mothers of foreign nationalities living in Italy, at 4.3 per 1,000. Since 2006 the mortality rate of native Italians has always been lower than that of foreigners in Italy, though both have seen reductions. An analysis of infant mortality - linked as it is to healthcare, environmental and social conditions - can indicate differing levels of wealth between Italians and immigrants. Foreign women give birth to more children with health problems, especially ones related to the cardiovascular system, which medical advances have enabled to survive the first month but often not beyond that.

JUS T SA Y IT !

Learn these words in Italian!

English: coffee (espresso, English: coffee “stained” small cup of strong coffee) with a bit of foam Italian: caffè Italian: caffè macchiato English: long coffee Italian: caffè lungo

English: iced coffee Italian: caffè freddo

English: concentrated espresso Italian: caffè ristretto

English: decaffeinated coffee Italian: caffè decaffeinato

English: espresso with liquor Italian: caffè corretto

English: espresso with sweet whipped cream Italian: caffè con panna

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Easy recipes to enjoy in the comfort of your home

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Easy and delicious recipes BY ALESSANDRA LUNETTA Food writer and blogger, volevofarelochef.it

lessandra Lunetta has a bachelor's degree in Italian literature and a master’s in food journalism and is a free-lance journalist and food writer for local Sicilian newspapers, food-guides and magazines. She has a passion for all that involves food; from kitchenware to cookbooks to foods from all over the world. Inspired by fresh, natural and seasonal ingredients, Alessandra shares some of her favorite recipes from around Sicily with the Sigonella community. Try one of these recipes and share it with family and friends.

Torta Alle Verdure ed erbe di Provenza – Savoury Veggie Tart With Herbs Zuppa Di Lenticchie Rosse, Curcuma e Spinaci – Red Lentil Soup With of Provence Turmeric and Spinach Ingredients:

• 1 Roll • Basmati rice (or long grain rice), cooked al dente 1/4 cup (45g) • Eggplant, 1 small (about 1/3 pound; 150g) • Pink garlic, 1-2 clove • Round zucchini, 1 large (about 1/3 pound; 150g )

• Spring onions, 2 • Cherry tomatoes, a handful • Small black olives, a handful • Dried herbs de provence, to taste • Salt, black pepper and sherry vinegar to taste • Arugula, basil and green salad to serve *If you prefer you can use pie crust dough

Directions:

■Roll out the puff pastry and line the pan, refrigerate. ■ Meanwhile, cut the zucchini into cubes, sauté in a pan with the sliced onion and the crushed garlic, leaving it a little crispy, season with salt and pepper. ■ Thinly slice the eggplant, grill the slices for a few minutes, then season with salt, extra virgin olive oil, black pepper and a generous handful of herbs of provence. ■ Spread the cooked basmati rice on the bottom of the dough, cover with the sliced eggplant, diced zucchini and add some halved cherry tomatoes and black olives to taste. ■ Season with a pinch of salt, pepper and a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. ■ Bake the pie at 200°C for about 25 min. or until the pastry is golden brown (cooking time depends on the oven, if the temperature seems a bit high you can bake the tart at 190°C). Serve the torta salata at room temperature, with a fresh arugula, basil and green leaves salad. For baking a rectangular 14"x4" tart HINT : Amounts are indicative, if you change size and shape of the tin increase /decrease quantities as you like.

Ingredients:

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Red split lentils, 5.3 oz (140-150g) Turmeric powder, 1 1/2 tsp Shallot, finely chopped, 1/2 tsp Fresh green chili, finely chopped, to taste Italian organic double concentrated tomato paste (double concentrated tomato paste), 1 tsp

• Fresh spinach leaves, roughly chopped • Water, as needed • Fleur de sel

Directions:

■ Fry the shallot in a little extra virgin olive oil. ■ When It's soft add the turmeric, tomato paste and chili. ■ After few minutes, add the red lentils, rinsed and drained. ■ Cover with water, put a lid on the pot and simmer until lentils are cooked. ■ Season with salt, add the spinach leaves. ■ Serve the soup with a drizzle of olive oil, spinach and extra pounds. Serves 2

Buon appetito!

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Sig Citizen's Recognized for Oustanding Services NAS Sigonella would like to highlight citizens who go above and beyond, serving their community through health and welfare, security, and resource conservation. Do you know someone who represents the ideals of NAS Sigonella? Nominate them to be recognized as a Sig Citizen! Contact thesig@eu.navy.mil with why they should be selected.

Gioia “Nuccio” Sebastiano

Gioia “Nuccio” Sebastiano poses for a photo with BUCN Blake Goodwin at their workstation on NAS I. Nuccio translated for Goodwin at a Catania hospital after Goodwin was struck by another automobile. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released)

by MC3 cameron bramham NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

Motorcycle enthusiasts know better than anyone, the dangers of riding the Harley’s and sport bikes. Builder Constructionman Blake Goodwin recently found out how dangerous they can be, even though it’s not always the riders fault. “I was on my home from dinner and hit a big roundabout where this guy was coming from the off ramp and tried to cut in front of me but didn’t make it,” Goodwin said. “He hit the side of my bike and I slid off on the road but luckily, I only ended up with a sprained knee and some bruises.” When an Italian ambulance picked up Goodwin, he immediately informed his chain of command about the accident. Then he called Gioia “Nuccio” Sebastiano, who is a Maintenance Worker for Public Works Department Sigonella.

"I was home with my wife and kids when he called me," Nuccio said. "He said he was in an accident, which initially had me worried. Then he said he was good but they were taking him to a hospital in Catania where most doctors and nurses do not speak English." Without hesitation and on his own time at home, Nuccio rushed to the hospital where Goodwin had already been through X-rays and provided translations between Goodwin and the medical providers. "I was able to explain to him what he needed to do to heal as fast as possible," Nuccio said. "He's a good worker around our shop and I'm glad to see he is better." Goodwin is now back in uniform and working around base without any limitations, but realizes how much Nuccio helped him. "Even before that night, he was one of the guys that I trusted most around base," Goodwin said. "I just want to thank him and I really appreciate what he did for me."

MA3 Margaret O'Sullivan

MA3 Margaret O’Sullivan has been an instumental part of the Navy Reserve team, and the Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella team as well earning her status as a Sig Citizen. (photo provided by Navy Reserves Navy Security Forces (NR NSF) Sigonella/ Released)

by MC3 cameron bramham NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

With cut-backs in recent years to command personnel, some departments at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella have had to request the services of Navy Reservists to help complete daily tasks and essential missions.

One Navy Reservist who has stood out among others was Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Margaret O’Sullivan. Stationed out of Navy Operational Support Center (NOCS) Detroit, O’Sullivan is assigned to Navy Reserves Navy Security Forces (NR NSF) Sigonella. Her unit directly works with NAS Sigonella Security Department. O’Sullivan has recently been awarded Blue Jacket of the Year 2013 for the Reserve Component Command, Navy Region Midwest (RCCMW), which encompasses 33 Navy Operational Support Centers and spans 16 states, supporting more than 10,000 Selected Reservists. She has also been awarded NOSC Detroit Blue Jacket of the Year, and NR NSF NAS Sigonella Blue Jacket of the Year. When she’s not lacing up her Navy boots, O’Sullivan is still protecting and serving her home town of Detroit as a police officer, and is also a licensed emergency medical technician. O’Sullivan also helped her city by leading a team of NR NSF personnel at the Thunder Over Michigan Air Show and also coordinated the delivery of first aid to three civilians needing medical attention and transportation to a nearby hospital during the event. NOSC Detroit and NR NSF Sigonella commands said they are proud to see O’Sullivan recognized for her achievements and Sig Citizenship.

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ON THE GO WITH MWR

Things To Do in February With MWR Catania Shopping Trip*

Saturday, Feb. 1 Depart: NAS II 8:30 a.m., Marinai 8:45 a.m., NAS I 9 a.m. Return: 2 p.m. Spend your day shopping at the Catania Market and in the downtown Catania shops. The driver will drop you off downtown near the McDonalds and just behind the fish market. From there it’s easy to walk into Elephant Square and start your shopping adventures!

Super Bowl Party at Jox Pub

Sunday, Feb. 2 - Pre-Game Party starts at 10 p.m. - Free Shuttle from NAS I and Marinai (For schedule and pick up points contact MWR) - Free Door Prize Drawings throughout the night - Super Bowl shirts and hats - The first 100 people will receive a free entry into the 100 Squares Game - Special Door Prize Drawing - people who arrive between 10 p.m. and midnight will receive a special door prize ticket for 40 Official Super Bowl Programs. This drawing will be held at halftime. Must be present to win. - Big Al's will be open all night providing delicious food as well as a Halftime Breakfast Special. For more info call DSN 624-0513

Farmers Market Shopping in Catania*

Sundays, Feb. 2, 9 and 16 Depart: NAS II 8:30 a.m., Marinai 8:45 a.m., NAS I 9 a.m. Return: 2:30 p.m. On Feb. 9, the location of the market will be near the top of Via Etnea. The bus will do the 1st stop there and then the 2nd stop will be at the Antique Market, which is always in the historic center.* Check out this Farmers Market for fresh food direct from the farmers!! After we’ve shopped at the Farmers market, we’ll head over to visit the Antique Market in Catania.

St. Agatha Festival

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Feb. 3, 4, 5 Witness the great celebration dedicated to St. Agatha, the patron saint of Catania. Explore the history of this Saint and partake in the processions and festivities observing her importance during one of these three days of celebration. *This festival is very busy and crowded. Please keep your purse or wallet close to you. ITT recommends that you don’t bring any valuables with you on this tour.* Monday, Feb. 3 Depart: NAS II 6:30 p.m., Marinai 6:45 p.m., NAS I 7 p.m. Return: 11:30 p.m. Fireworks and classical music performed at Elephant Square, then free time for people and festival watching. Tuesday, Feb. 4 Depart: NAS II 4 p.m., Marinai 4:15 p.m., NAS I 4:30 p.m. Return: 11:30 p.m. Watch the religious procession along the streets of Catania. The Catanian people used to perform this procession outside the Roman city walls in Roman times. Fireworks will take place near the Roman Amphitheater. Wednesday, Feb. 5 Depart: NAS II 3:30 p.m., Marinai 3:45 p.m., NAS I 4 p.m. Return: 11:30 p.m. This is the second day of the religious procession that will be held all along Via Etnea. There will also be fireworks at Elephant Square. *For shopping trips, bring Euro, small bills and coins, for shopping because credit cards are typically not accepted and the stalls can’t always make change from larger bills.

For more information on any of these events, call DSN 624-4777.

Midtown Movie Theaters Schedule & Descriptions

GRUDGE MATCH ... PG-13 STARRING: Robert De Niro, Sylvester Stallone, Kim Basinger Friday, Jan. 24 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Cream of Mushroom Soup, Lasagna, Stuffed Baked Fish, Rissole Potatoes, Calico Cabbage, Carrots Fresh, Cake, Cookies. *Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Egg Drop Soup, Spareribs BBQ, Fish Portion, Rice Pilaf, Southern Green Beans, Cake.

Tuesday, Jan. 28 *Breakfast: Farina, Oven Fried Bacon, Grilled Sausage Patties, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Pancake, Biscuits and Gravy. *Lunch: Egg Drop Soup, BBQ Spareribs, Sweet and Sour Chicken, Chicken Gravy, Hopping John, Corn Whole Kernel, Green Beans, Cake. *Speed line: Pasta Chef. Dinner: Cream of Broccoli Soup, Salisbury Steak, Pasta Alfredo, Baked Potatoes, Carrots Slices, Cake.

Saturday, Jan. 25 *Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Ham Slices, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Buttermilk Pancakes, Asstd Doughnuts, Crumb Cake. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Cream of Broccoli Soup, Roast Pork, Roast Potatoes, Peas w/ Carrots, Brown Gravy, Velvet Pound Cake, Vanilla Cream Pie. *Dinner: Navy Bean Soup, Baked Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Pizza, Chicken Gravy, Penne Alfredo, Vanilla Cream Pie.

Wednesday, Jan. 29 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Creamed Ground Beef, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Asstd Doughnuts. *Lunch: Beef Noodle Soup, Penne Alfredo, Roast Turkey, Steamed Rice, Franconia Potatoes, Mix Vegetable, Almond Cookies, Carrot Cake. *Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: French Onion Soup, Penne Amatriciana, Baked Fish, Potatoes Au Gratin, Steamed Peas & Carrots, Cake.

Sunday, Jan. 26 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Minute Steak, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Asstd Doughnuts. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Broccoli Soup, Chicken Nuggets, Corn Whole Kernel, Roast Potatoes, Marble Cake. *Dinner: Onion Soup, Roast Beef, Spaghetti alla Carbonara, Steamed Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Natural Pan Gravy, Marble Cake.

Thursday, Jan. 30 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Corned Beef Hash, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast. *Lunch: Vegetable Supreme Soup, Roast Pork loin, Pasta al Forno, Roasted Garlic Potatoes, Mix Vegetables, Club Spinach, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Cherry Cobbler. *Speed line: Chili Dog, Macaroni & Cheese, Onion Rings. *Dinner: Tomato Bouillon Soup, Spaghetti Carbonara, Chicken Parmesan, Rice Pilaf, Natural Pan Gravy, Green Beans, Corn Kernel, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies.

Monday, Jan. 27 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Mince beef, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Asparagus Soup, Hamburger Yakisoba, Fish w/Cherry Tomato, Oven Browned Potatoes, Green Peas, Seasoned Summer Squash, Spice Cake w/ Frosting. *Speed line: Pizza. *Dinner: Minestrone Soup, Savory Baked Chicken, Pork Fried Rice, Penne Amatriciana, Broccoli, Spice Sake w/ Frosting.

Friday, Jan. 31 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Pancake, Asstd Doughnuts. *Lunch: Chicken Corn Chowder, Baked Fish, Scalloped Ham and Noodles, Paprika Buttered Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Brussel Sprouts Parmesan, Spiced Cake w/ Frosting, Crisp Drop Cookies. *Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Chicken Noodle Soup, Beef pork meatballs, Spaghetti W/Tuna, Tossed Green Rice, Corn O’Brien, Spiced Cake w/ Frosting.

A pair of aging boxing rivals are coaxed out of retirement to fight one final bout -- 30 years after their last match. (113 m.)

Wednesday, Jan. 29

Friday, Jan. 24

2:00 PM The Nut Job 5:00 PM Grudge Match 5:30 PM Walking with Dinosaurs 7:30 PM 47 Ronin 3D 8:00 PM Jack Ryan

Saturday, Jan. 25

Thursday, Jan. 30

5:00 PM Saving Mr. Banks 5:30 PM A Madea Christmas 7:30 PM The Hobbit Part 2 8:00 PM Grudge Match

PG-13 PG PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 PG-13

Friday, Jan. 31

2:00 PM The Nut Job 3D 2:30 PM A Madea Christmas 4:30 PM 47 Ronin 3D 5:00 PM American Hustle 7:30 PM Grudge Match

PG PG-13 PG-13 R PG-13

2:00 PM Walking Dinosaurs 3D 2:30 PM The Nut Job 4:30 PM Grudge Match 5:00 PM 47 Ronin 7:30 PM Lone Survivor

PG-13 PG PG-13 PG-13 R

2:00 PM Walking Dinosaurs 3D 2:30 PM The Nut Job 4:30 PM Secret Life of Walter M. 5:00 PM Grudge Match 7:30 PM Paranormal Activity 5

PG PG PG-13 PG-13 R

PG-13 PG-13 R R

2:00 PM The Nut Job 3D 2:30 PM Anchorman 2 4:30 PM 47 Ronin 3D 5:00 PM Jack Ryan 7:30 PM Lone Survivor

PG PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 R

Sunday, Jan. 26

Tuesday, Jan. 28

As a reminder, all dependents are always welcome at the galley! Please provide any negative or positive feedback. There is a suggestions box near the entrance to the galley, next to the serving line.

PG PG-13 PG PG-13 PG-13

5:00 PM The Hobbit Part 2 3D 5:30 PM Walking with Dinosaurs 7:30 PM 47 Ronin 8:00 PM Jack Ryan

THE NUT JOB 2D & 3D ... PG STARRING: Will Arnett, Brendan Fraser, Liam Neeson

5:00 PM 47 Ronin 3D 5:30 PM Philomena 7:30 PM American Hustle 8:00 PM Out of the Furnace

2:00 PM A Bug's Life G 5:00 PM Secret Life of Walter M. PG-13 5:30 PM Paranormal Activity 5 R

Saturday, Feb. 1

Sunday, Feb. 2

Movie Premiere

Free Movie

Same Day Release

Last Show

Surly, a curmudgeon, independent squirrel is banished from his park and forced to survive in the city. Lucky for him, he stumbles on the one thing that may be able to save his life, and the rest of park community, as they gear up for winter - Maury's Nut Store. (85 m.) PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 5: THE MARKED ONES ... R STARRING: Andrew Jacobs, Jorge Diaz, Gabrielle Walsh Jesse begins experiencing a number of disturbing and unexplainable things after the death of his neighbor. As he investigates, it isn't long before Jessie finds he's been marked for possession by a malevolent demonic entity, and it's only a matter of time before he is completely under its control. (84 m.) 47 RONIN 2D & 3D ... PG-13 STARRING: Keanu Reeves, Hiroyuki Sanada, Ko Shibasaki A band of samurai set out to avenge the death and dishonor of their master at the hands of a ruthless shogun. (118 m.) THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY ... PG-13 STARRING: Ben Stiller, Kristen Wiig, Jon Daly A day-dreamer escapes his anonymous life by disappearing into a world of fantasies filled with heroism, romance and action. When his job along with that of his co-worker are threatened, he takes action in the real world embarking on a global journey that turns into an adventure more extraordinary than anything he could have ever imagined (114 m.)

Movie schedule is subject to change. Please call to confirm. Movie Hotline: 624-4248

GAME ZONE

Refrigerator

Find and circle all of the refrigerator items that are hidden in the grid. The remaining letters spell an additional item found in many refrigerators.

APPLES BACON BANANAS BREAD BROCCOLI BUTTER CAKE CARROTS CHEESE COLD DRAWERS DRINKS EGGS GRAPES ICE CUBES JAM JUICES KETCHUP LEFTOVERS

LEMONS LETTUCE LIGHTBULB MAGNETS MAPLE SYRUP MAYONNAISE MEAT MILK MUSTARD OLIVES ORANGES PEAS POULTRY PRODUCE SHELVES SPINACH STRAWBERRIES WATER YOGURT

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M ERCATO AUTOMOBILES

2004 light blue Peugeot 206 CC 1.6 16v Coupe Cabriolet, 130,000km. $4,000 OBO. Call Ronnie 345-244-6156. American spec AFI car. 300 ltrs Fiat HGT sport. $2,500 OBO. Excellent condition. New rim/ tires, AC, power windows, power steering ABS, 4 disk breat, city car. Contact Eleonore 624-6198 or Tino 3290786555. 2000 Toyota Sienna. Automatic. 140k miles. New battery, windshield wipers and fluids.

Asking $3,200. Please call at 366779-8429. Email at lester.brett@ gmail.com. 1963 Volkswagen Beetle for sale. Fully restored with original parts. All official documents. Pearl white, 4 speed, 6 volts, 1192 cc. Asking €11.000 negotiable. Call Adriana 3491539139. 1999 Mercedes Benz turbo diesel e 220 in good condition and fully optional. Asking €3,600 but price is negotiable. Call Eugenio 3772734034.

JANUARY 24, 2014 All classified ads are free to the community for advertising personal property for sale, trade or giveaway. Ads must be sent to thesig@eu.navy.mil no later than 5 p.m. of the Friday before the week of publication and must include POC name and phone number. For more information, call 624-5440, 624-2798 or 095-86-5440/2798 or stampagenerale@tin.it.

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USNH Sigonella Sailors Receive Award

PAID AD Adopt while stationed overseas International & fostercare adoptions, homestudies. www.adopt-abroad.com

SEXUAL ASSAULT VICTIM ADVOCATE HOTLINES: Sigonella SAPR VA Hotline: 335-642-8312. DoD Safe Helpline: 001-877-995-5247

(From cell phones and off-base telephones)

Or: 19020 (toll-free access code) 1-877-995-5247 (From DSN lines) Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Commanding Officer, Capt. Chris Dennis (far left) poses with U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Sigonella Commanding Officer, Capt. Patricia McDonald (holding trophy) and Sailors from USNH Sigonella after Dennis awarded McDonald and USNH Sigonella the Captain’s Cup, Jan. 15, during an awards ceremony. The ceremony also recognized three Sailors who were awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal and twenty other Sailors and Italian local nationals for contributions in community relations projects. (U.S. Navy photo by HM3 Joseph D. Castro/Released)

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NOTE: Ads run for two weeks on a space available basis and must be sponsored by active duty military members, family members or Italian/ American base employees. AFTS/AFN decoders must be sold only to another authorized individual: active duty or retired U.S. military, DoD direct-hire employees or their spouse. Ads that profit a business or individual, such as housekeeping or baby-sitting services considered commercial ads. Commercial ads are not accepted. Requests for commercial ads must be made to Stampa Generale: 081-568-7884 or stampagenerale@tin.it

by HM3 Joseph D. Castro U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella

Sailors from the U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Sigonella were recognized, Jan. 15 for excellent performance in their duties and extensive community involvement. Capt. Patricia McDonald, USNH Sigonella Commanding Officer, awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal to Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Steve Simms, Culinary Specialist 1st Class Kaitlyn Molinalopez, and Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class James Ewen as they concluded their overseas tours in Sigonella. Twenty other sailors and Italian local nationals employed by the hospital were recognized for their contributions both in forwarding the hospital’s mission and enriching the local community through proactive volunteerism.

Capt. Christopher Dennis, commanding officer of Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, was also present at the event to award the Captain’s Cup Championship Trophy to McDonald and USNH Sigonella. The command bagged the top prize in the annual sporting event among NAS Sigonella commands. USNH Sigonella endeavors to be Navy Medicine’s finest forward deployed medical team whose mission is to maximize force health protection by providing high quality, safe patient and family centered care to assigned beneficiaries and transient forces in NAS Sigonella and in branch clinics in Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay and NSA Bahrain.

Upcoming Scheduled Power Outages by Public works

Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella has had a contractor from Schneider Electric, onboard since Jan. 8. This contractor will be here for about four months to install new advanced metering systems on the electric, water and gas utility systems on base facilities. Not all facilities will have all three utilities metered. Like many metering systems in use in the United States, these new metering systems will allow utility usage to be monitored and managed from one central location as opposed to the current method of manual reading, tabulation and management of usage. As part of this installation, each building will need to undergo up to a four hour utility outage. The Public Works Department (PWD) has worked with the contractor and tenants to develop a schedule that is known and clear to all, and minimizes disruptions to building tenants. This article starts the publication of the scheduled outages for the upcoming week. PWD appreciates the understanding and cooperation of all in this major utility improvement project that will save the U.S. Government money. Commands can direct questions to Construction Manager, Hal Thomas at DSN: 624-6809, or to Project Manager, Alison Mumper at DSN: 624-5669.

For the week of Jan. 25 - 31, 2014 the following power outages are scheduled: Jan. 25 Jan. 25 Jan. 25 Jan. 29 Jan. 29 Jan. 29 Jan. 29 Jan. 30 Jan. 30 Jan. 30 Jan. 30 Jan. 31 Jan. 31

12 - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 12 - 4 p.m. 12 - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 12 - 4 p.m. 12 - 4 p.m. 8 p.m. - 4 a.m. 8 p.m. - 4 a.m.

NAS I NAS I NAS I NAS II NAS II NAS II NAS II NAS II NAS II NAS II NAS II NAS I NAS I

239 Raw Water Storage Tank Substation 243 Substation 314 Child Development Center 445 Transfer Station 466 Fuels 604 Substation 720 NEX Depot / NAVSUP 469 NCIS / CNRE 471 Community Bank 537 Supply Admin / Comptroller 606 Secuirty / NCIS 225 NEX / Commissary / Food Court ALL NAS I

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