• It's nuclear: CFC Chili Cook-off

    This year's Combined Federal Campaign kicked off with a Chili Cook-off, Sept. 21, to increase awareness of the campaign and raise funds for charitable organizations the campaign supports. "The idea is to promote and support philanthropy through a program that is employee-focused, cost-efficient and

  • US, UK Airmen celebrate partnership at AF Ball

    For Airmen in England, celebrating the U.S. Air Force's 68th birthday on Sept. 18, came with a twist.This year, Royal Air Force members joined the festivities in RAF Lakenheath's Hangar 7, which also marked the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.At the 2015 Air Force Ball, U.S. Air Force

  • Community Bulletins: Sept. 17, 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 Wing celebrates Retiree Appreciation Day

    Retirees attended the 29th annual Retiree Appreciation Day at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Sept. 11, 2015.Retiree Appreciation Day provides retirees living in the United Kingdom an opportunity to remain up-to-date with events involving active-duty members, medical and dental benefits, as

  • Bro, do you even gym? First responders battle it out

    Firefighters and security forces from Royal Air Forces Lakenheath and Mildenhall competed in the second annual Battle of the Badges, Sept. 10, to remember and commemorate first responders who came together during the 9/11 attacks."Once the first tower was hit, it didn't matter who was on the

  • RUFit: ‘Maintaining’ a lifestyle

    Over the years, more career fields are opening up to women, yet daily challenges continue to be present in some.Staff Sgt. Jenean Fischer, a 48th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew team chief, has spent 10 years developing her toolbox of capabilities that contribute to keeping the F-15E

  • Community Bulletins: Sept. 10, 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

  • £100 or less: a stately day trip

    Disclaimer: I am greatly biased toward anything that makes me feel like I'm in a Jane Austen novel. Regardless of my bias, visits to the beautiful and impossibly ornate stately homes that are sprinkled throughout the United Kingdom aren't solely my cup of tea.Just north of Nottingham, nestled into a

  • Liberty Spotlight: Senior Airman Barker

    Name and Rank: Senior Airman Megan BarkerUnit: 48th Communications SquadronDuty Title: Military Postal ClerkTime in Service: 2 yearsTime at RAF Lakenheath: 1 yearHometown: Eureka, Calif.Hobbies: Astronomy, art and hikingCore Values Portrayed: Service Before Self and Excellence In All We DoHow does

  • 48th OSS safety tips for Safety Challenge

    When you think of holiday celebrations, you may be picturing family gatherings, homemade cooking and parties. Unfortunately, busy airports and congested highways may also come to mind. Holiday travel is a necessary obstacle in order to reach loved ones living far away.In the midst of being around