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  • Defense act authorizes pay raise, takes another look at C-5 fleet

    On Jan. 2, President Barack Obama signed the $633 billion fiscal 2013 National Defense Authorization Act into law, authorizing the funding the Department of Defense needs for this year.However, until Congress signs the Defense Appropriations Bill, the DOD and Westover remain under a continuing

  • Duty weekend cancelled

    Due to the impending severe weather, the UTA and all pre-UTA meetings have been cancelled! You can get updates on release and reporting information by calling the snow line at (413) 557-3444. Stay warm and safe, everyone.

  • Honorary commander “leads” A UTA

    Westover's first honorary commander took office during a commander's call Jan. 5 at the Base Hangar, when Col. Steven Vautrain, 439th Airlift Wing commander, swore in Bud Shuback.The Honorary Commander Program encourages the exchange of ideas, experiences, and friendships between Westover leadership

  • Key Spouse plans trivia night

    Key Spouse Program organizers are planning a "March Madness" trivia night at the Base Hangar at 6 p.m. March 9.Cost is $10 per person with funds going to the Friends of Family Support, which in turn assists the Airmen and Family Readiness Center with on-base family events such as the annual

  • Westover Air Reserve Base Environmental Policy and Appointment of EMS

    MEMORANDUM FOR DISTRIBUTIONFROM: 439 AW/CC100 Lloyd Street, Box 63Westover ARB MA 01022-1825SUBJECT: Westover Air Reserve Base Environmental Policy and Appointment of EMSCoordinatorJanuary 23, 20121. The 439th Airlift Wing (439 AW) is the Headquarters for subordinate unit-equipped C-5B flying,

  • Wing education and training spotlights educational benefits

    Going back to school can be difficult without the added stress of trying to find the best-suited benefit to meet your educational needs. The military offers several programs to support your education goals such as Tuition Assistance and the Montgomery GI Bill. The Air Force Reserve Tuition

  • Why does Westover remain under a continuing resolution

    To understand the defense spending fiscal "dance" that happens in Congress each year around this time, it's important to recognize the difference between authorization and appropriation.Authorizations, such as the National Defense Authorization Act, allow a program or agency to exist and recommend

  • CFC tops $50,000

    The Patriot Wing topped an annual campaign goal in December. The wing raised $50,034 for the 2012 Combined Federal Campaign, which began in late September and wrapped up Dec. 15. The campaign goal was $45,000. Members of the 439th Maintenance Group raised the most funds, while the airlift wing staff

  • AFRC nominates wing commander and his wife for major award

    The Air Force Reserve Command announced Monday the nomination of Westover's wing commander and his spouse in recognition of their service and dedication to the military.Command officials notified Col. Steven Vautrain, and his wife, Katie, that they are the command's nominees for the 2013 General and

  • There she is: Miss Rhode Island United States

    "I had to low crawl for 100 feet. It was during a three-day combat training scenario called the 'beast,'" recalled SrA. Cara Lustig, lowering her shoulders to demonstrate. "Dirt was in my teeth, in my hair, it was everywhere. A TI crouched over me and shouted, 'Get your face in the sand!' I said to