• World-class 'football' inspiration

    For most athletes, making a career out of playing a sport is rare, and, in the military, being able to play a match with a world-ranked team at one of the best soccer facilities in the U.K., is practically unheard of.On Jan. 25, the Liberty Football Club was lucky enough to do just that.The Liberty

  • Well-child visits critical to health, development

    Members of the Air Force are more than just Airmen - many are husbands, wives, fathers and mothers.Supporting families is a crucial part of supporting Airmen. When they know their families are taken care of, it's easier for Airmen to focus on their mission.Air Force pediatric doctors, nurses and

  • Lakenheath's 493rd FS wins Raytheon Trophy for 2014

    It's known as "Gold," it's the home of the Grim Reapers, and, for 2014, it's been named the top fighter squadron in the Air Force.The 493rd Fighter Squadron demonstrated their ability to remain Forward, Ready, Now, and was recently awarded the highly-competitive and prestigious Raytheon Trophy."I

  • Horse, Warrior: Famous residents of RAF Lakenheath

    A few months into excavation at RAF Lakenheath, a team of archaeologists discovered a uniquely large grave site that brought thousands of visitors and uncovered what was soon to be known as the Lakenheath Warrior.The team began excavating the grounds of RAF Lakenheath in July 1997, in search of

  • For the love of shooting

    "This base is the Forward, Ready, Now base," said Staff Sgt. Alan Daly, 48th Security Forces Squadron combat arms instructor. "That's what we do. We deploy."Daly explained the role Combat Arms Training and Maintenance instructors play in the success of the 48th Fighter Wing mission."We need to make

  • Community Bulletins: Jan. 23

    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

  • British Billy celebrates Burns Night

    A little adventure is good for the soul, in my opinion. Live a little, push the boundaries, and move out of your comfort zone.Eat haggis.Haggis, probably the most traditional of Scottish dishes, can be eaten at any time, but is central to the Burns Night Supper.Burns Night is celebrated every year

  • Liberty Spotlight: Airman 1st Class Page

    Name and Rank: Airman 1st Class Danielle PageUnit: 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron  Duty Title: Stock Control ApprenticeTime in Service: 9 monthsTime at RAF Lakenheath: 6 monthsHometown: Cambridge, Minn.Hobbies: Sports, reading, running and volunteering with the local high schoolCore Value

  • Liberty Spotlight: Tech. Sgt. Renkosiak

    Name and Rank: Tech. Sgt. Matthew RenkosiakUnit: 48th Operations Support Squadron  Duty Title: NCO in charge of mission integration functionTime in Service: 10 yearsTime at RAF Lakenheath: 2 years, 6 monthsHometown: ChicagoHobbies: TravelingCore Values Portrayed: Service Before Self and Excellence

  • Liberty Spotlight: Tech. Sgt. Chafin

    Name and Rank: Tech. Sgt. Robert ChafinUnit: 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron  Duty Title: NCO in charge of fuels laboratoryTime in Service: 13 yearsTime at RAF Lakenheath: 5 yearsHometown: Montgomery, Ala.Hobbies: Playing golf, bowling, going to the gym, cars and spending time with familyCore