• USAFE-AFAFRICA recognizes 2014's Outstanding Airmen of the Year

    During the U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa annual awards ceremony here March 5, Gen. Frank Gorenc, USAFE-AFAFRICA commander, and Chief Master Sgt. James E. Davis, USAFE-AFAFRICA command chief, recognized the best Airmen in the command for 2014.The awards recognize Airmen for superior

  • Community Bulletin: March 5, 2015

    Interested in submitting an announcement or notice to the Lakenheath Community Bulletins?Contact the 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs office at DSN 226-2151 or e-mail 48fw.painternal@us.af.mil for more information.Did you know that RAF Lakenheath is on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube? Check us out

  • New drug law soon to take effect

    A new drug-drive legislation is scheduled to become effective March 2, in England and Wales, and all U.K.-based service members must be aware of how this impacts them."The new drug-driving law sets limits at very low levels for eight drugs commonly associated with illegal use, such as cannabis and

  • Action Line: Unsanitary cooking at the Bowling Alley

    COMPLAINT:On two occasions, I witnessed two separate diner workers at the bowling alley cook my food without gloves.  On one day I ordered funnel fries and the employee reached into the bag without gloves and placed the fries in the deep fryer.  A few days later, a different employee cooked my food

  • Lakenheath Cub Scouts host annual Pinewood Derby

    Cub Scout Pack 219 hosted their Pinewood Derby at the Base Exchange on Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Feb 24.The Pinewood Derby is a yearly event in which scouts race handcrafted cars carved from wood.Catered to youngcub scouts, the Pinewood Derby was created in 1953 by Boy Scouts of America

  • British Billy celebrates St. David's Day, March 1

    I know to be considered a saint, you must possess many noble qualities, commit fearless deeds and have at least one miracle to your name. I have many attributes, but I doubt saintliness will ever be one of them. However, even without me, Britain has more than enough saints to help her along.Most of

  • Pros of con... crete make runway safe for landing

    Airmen of the 48th Civil Engineer Squadron ensure buildings and infrastructure around the 48th Fighter Wing are properly maintained at all times.Sometimes that means responding at a moment's notice.According to Tech. Sgt. Christopher Fisher, 48th Civil Engineer Squadron NCO in charge of pavements

  • Community Bulletins: February 26, 2015

    Interested in submitting an announcement or notice to the Lakenheath Community Bulletins?Contact the 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs office at DSN 226-2151 or e-mail 48fw.painternal@us.af.mil for more information.Did you know that RAF Lakenheath is on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube? Check us out

  • Liberty Spotlight: Tech. Sgt. Minnock

    Name and Rank: Tech. Sgt. Julie MinnockUnit: 48th Operations Support Squadron  Duty Title: NCO in charge of airfield support functionTime in Service: 10 yearsTime at RAF Lakenheath: 3 yearsHometown: South Windsor, Conn.Hobbies: Fitness, golf and readingCore Values Portrayed: Integrity First and