Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military communities in italy
57th year, No. 46
Today is Pearl Harbor remembrance day On Dec. 7, 1941, the Empire of Japan attacked the U.S. naval base in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, killing 2,403 people and injuring 1,178. A ceremony commemorating the 71st anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor will take place at 8:30 a.m. today at the Capodichino theater.
Friday, december 7, 2012
JFC Naples says goodbye to Bagnoli By Melissa Kabukuru, Panorama editor
lmost 60 years of history and partnership were recalled Monday during a ceremony signifying Allied Joint Force Command (JFC) Naples’ official departure from its longtime base in Bagnoli. After 59 years operating out of the complex in the western district of Naples, JFC is moving to a new installation in Lago Patria, a community northwest of the city. Monday’s event marked the last official ceremony that will take place at the base in Bagnoli. While speaking to a crowd of service members, dignitaries and civilians from various nations, JFC commander Adm. Bruce W. Clingan spoke of JFC’s promising future at its new location. “While this ceremony signals the end of an era for this command… our departure from Bagnoli should not be discouraging,” Clingan said. Clingan thanked the city of Naples for its hospitality over the years, and said that the command is fortunate to be staying close by. “Bagnoli will long be remembered as a place where NATO service members and civilians came together as free men and women, with common ideals and a respect for each others’ rights, thoughts and beliefs, to work and live as a true international community — (one) focused on forging a brighter, more secure future,” Clingan said. The mayor of Naples, Luigi De Magistris, also participated in the ceremony. While addressing the crowd, he spoke of the “historic ties” that have connected JFC Naples and the city of Naples through the years, both economically and culturally.
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W HAt ’ S I nSIDE
Holiday festivities, events beckon in Campania Pages 6-7
Tiger Sharks come away with two victories Page 11
Take a tour inside a fresh pastamaking factory
allied Joint Force command naples officially said goodbye to its bagnoli headquarters, which has served the command for 59 years, during a departure ceremony dec. 3. (Photo by Melissa Kabukuru)
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Weekly crime statistics Review what happened between nov. 26 and Dec. 2. Page 9
FRIDAY High 54 / Low 50 Partly cloudy
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Expanding Your Horizons conference shows Naples girls the joys of math, science
a veterinary technician from the U.s. army Veterinary Treatment Facility at naval support activity naples shows young girls how to check the pulse of a dog during the expanding your Horizons conference dec. 1. (Photo by MC2 John Herman)
By MC2 (SW) John Herman, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe irls aboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples came to school an extra day Saturday, Dec. 1 to learn about career opportunities in math, technology and science at the Expanding Your Horizons Conference. The Expanding Your Horizons Network began in the United States in 1974, and aims to inspire young girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). A total of 93 girls between fifth and eighth grade attended the Naples conference, where they were divided into groups and traveled to
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one of three local job sites to learn more about STEM careers. One of the most popular workshops took place at the U.S. Army Veterinary Treatment Facility, where girls watched intently as veterinary employees demonstrated how to check a dog’s pulse and use dental instruments on dogs’ teeth.
“I hope they walk away with an appreciation of science and veterinary medicine,” said Dianna Marler, a veterinary technician. “There is so much you can do. This is just a sneak peek. I hope all these girls decide to join the veterinary field.” see EXPANDING YOUR HORIZONS Page 4