• Lakenheath community bulletins August 20 - 28

    Everything You Want to Know About TSPJoin Ms. Paula Gradwell, a member of the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board, at the Strike Eagle Complex to learn the ins and outs of the Thrift Savings Plan Aug. 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, call the Airman & Family

  • Why are sausages and creamed potatoes called 'Bangers and mash'?

    Sausages aren't my normal food choice. I prefer those rather tasty pouches with fish and meat in gravy. If they made sausages from fish, then I would be first in line, of course. As far as I am able to ascertain, the first time we called sausages 'bangers' was during World War II when quality food

  • 48th Fighter Wing NCO exemplifies multiple core values

    Name and Rank: Tech. Sgt. Yakita Montgomery Unit: 48th Fighter Wing Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office Duty Title: SAPR Office NCO in charge Time in Service: 13 years Time at Lakenheath: 2.5 years Hometown: New York City Hobbies: Writing poetry Core Value Portrayed: Sergeant Montgomery

  • Cavaliers squeak victory by Nuggets

    The Summer Basketball League was in full swing Aug. 16 as the Cavaliers squeaked by in a victory against the Nuggets midway through the season, winning 57-55. The game started with both teams on the offensive, bouncing back and forth more than a game of table tennis. The lack of solid defense made

  • To drive or not to drive? What have I had to drink?

    Outside is a bevy of activity. People are going in and out of the shoppette. People are going in and out of the Liberty Club. Some people are standing outside smoking. Laughter and conversation echo through the air. It's the weekend, people are off work and they're having a good time blowing off

  • Discover Britain: Dover Castle

    I recently visited Dover Castle, a spectacular castle that was built by King Henry II in 1180 to protect the English coast. Dover Castle sits atop the beautiful white cliffs of Dover that Vera Lynn sang about in the song "The White Cliffs of Dover" during World War II. Deep inside the cliffs are

  • Lakenheath community bulletins August 14 - 20

    Are you experiencing problems with your AFN? There will be technicians on site from Aug. 24 to 28 working all known AFN cable problems. If you are experiencing problems with your AFN, e-mail your name, full address, contact numbers and details of the problems you are having to

  • Liberty Wing Heritage Ball

    Below is important information regarding the Heritage Ball this weekend. Parking Attendees should park in the Strike Eagle Complex parking lot and take the shuttle to Hangar 7. The shuttle will stop at the SEC every 15 minutes, from 1830 until 2300. Tickets We have prepared mementos for all