Nov. 19, 2021
Your NH Guard Podcast - 3: Top Guns
CONCORD, N.H. — This episode of Your NH Guard hosts Maj. Brooks Hayward and Staff Sgt. Wayne Comtois of the state's Marksmanship Training Team as they discuss the organization's showing at a recent national shooting event. Podcasts are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or at the Defense Visual Information Distribution Service.
Nov. 16, 2021
High Achievers
CONCORD, N.H. — A delegation of 13 law enforcement officers from the General Directorate of Narcotics Control, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia visited the state military reservation in Concord on Nov. 3. The familiarization tour of New Hampshire National Guard counterdrug and civil-support operations culminated a year-long training program for the Saudi Arabians led by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
Nov. 12, 2021
Your NH Guard Podcast - Episode 2: Rangers Leading The Way
CONCORD, N.H. — This episode of Your New Hampshire National Guard Podcast features Maj. Brandon LaBelle and Capt. Mario Rey, two of NHNG's most recent U.S. Army Ranger School graduates, discussing what it takes to earn the coveted Ranger tab.
Nov. 5, 2021
Your NH Guard Podcast - Episode 1: The Adjutant General
CONCORD, N.H. — Lt. Col. Gregory Heilshorn, New Hampshire National Guard director of public affairs, hosts NH Adjutant Gen. David Mikolaities for the premier episode of "Your NH Guard" podcast.
Oct. 21, 2021
NH Guard announces state partnership with Cabo Verde
CONCORD, N.H. — The New Hampshire National Guard has been selected as the new state partner for the Republic of Cabo Verde, an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwestern coast of Africa. Under the auspices of the National Guard Bureau’s State Partnership Program (SPP), New Hampshire was chosen after a months-long, highly competitive selection process involving several other states. “This is great news for New Hampshire,” Gov. Chris Sununu said. “We are safer as a state and country with strategic partnerships across the globe. Our citizens can rest assured that the men and women of the NHNG are the best of the best, providing leadership, security, and knowledge here and abroad.”
Oct. 7, 2021
A Better Fit
CONCORD, N.H. — For New Hampshire Army Guardsmen, physical fitness isn't an option. Soldiers must train year-round for annual strength, cardiorespiratory and bodyweight tests to ensure operational readiness. But for those needing extra help with their regimen, a little expert advice can't hurt. Enter Heather Taylor, a civilian dietician with the state's wellness program. She was hired a year ago this month to help the NHARNG address readiness and retention issues with guardsmen who struggle to meet the Army’s strict height/weight standards.
Oct. 6, 2021
High Notes
CONCORD, N.H. — We ended FY 21 on a thunderous note.
Oct. 3, 2021
Pease Airman collects truckload of clothes for vulnerable Afghans
PEASE AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, N.H. — Senior Airman Katlyn Legerstee, a 157th Air Refueling Wing pay specialists, collected and delivered a donation of more than 70 bags of clothing for vulnerable Afghans temporarily living at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey.
Sept. 13, 2021
Pease names KC-46 jets for New Hampshire counties, towns
PEASE AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, N.H. — In a ceremony held during the Thunder Over New Hampshire Air Show, Sept. 12, the 157th Air Refueling Wing named it’s 12 KC-46A Pegasus aircraft after New Hampshire counties and towns.
Sept. 11, 2021
Pease unveils 9/11 20th anniversary memorial
PEASE AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, N.H. — The 157th Air Refueling Wing unveiled a stainless steel replica of the twin towers for the first time during a 9/11 memorial ceremony held at Pease Air National Guard Base, Sept. 11.