Modern medicine isn't always the answer for veterans
With more research being done on combat-related injuries, military medicine officials are exploring other options for treatment.
View ArticleKeep vets in mind: July 4 can exacerbate PTSD symptoms
Large cheering crowds, waving flags and colorful explosions in the sky are all a beloved part of celebrating the nation’s birthday, but some veterans - the very people honored on these patriotic...
View ArticleCold case: Marine's bride strangled before wedding
A 26-year-old woman came to Jacksonville with her future husband in July of 1985 - and was strangled to death within three days.
View ArticleCamp Lejeune takes to ocean, sky for training
The sounds of summer fun on area beaches are blending with the sounds of freedom from nearby training exercises. Beach-goers may have recently noticed large ships on the horizon and fast moving,...
View ArticleTherapy dog, Pappy, set to bring smiles to NMCCL
CAMP LEJEUNE | There were smiles all around Tuesday morning at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune as the hospital's latest volunteer rolled over for belly rubs.Pappy Boyington wagged his tail as staff...
View ArticleCherry Point Air Show gets national attention
USA Today enjoys a good list, including one earlier this year that asked people to vote for their favorite North Carolina beach. (Emerald Isle was the winner, by the way.)Now, a new voting list is out...
View ArticleFamilies meet in Mississippi a year after 16 died in crash
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A year after a U.S. Marine Corps plane broke into pieces high in the sky and slammed into a Mississippi soybean field, relatives and friends are keeping alive the memories of the...
View ArticleWalter Jones advocates for Congress deciding on war
Eastern North Carolina's congressman publicly announced his stance Wednesday on war not being declared by the U.S. Congress: It's an impeachable offense.Congressman Walter Jones held a press conference...
View ArticleRuckers honor fallen Marines with 900-mile journey
Marine Raiders Memorial March founder Nate Harris did not planning on rucking from a crash site to Camp Lejeune a second time when he completed his first such journey two years ago. But after losing a...
View ArticleThings to do: Visit a local memorial
Veteran memorials offer not only a glimpse into the massive losses of life that occur in wars, they represent the service these lives were lost for.They serve as reminders of proud and dark periods in...
View ArticleMontford Point Marine Memorial completed
Phase II - the final phase - of the Montford Point Marine Memorial is complete.This phase included the installation of more benches, night lighting and engraved bricks, according to a news release from...
View ArticleRuckers reach Onslow carrying memories of the fallen
"It's not about me, it's the about the 16 guys."
View ArticleMontford Point Memorial 'preserves our legacy'
The Montford Point Memorial at Lejeune Memorial Gardens was officially presented to the Department of the Navy Wednesday morning.
View ArticleMontford Point Marines honored with Congressional Gold Medal
Twelve Montford Point Marines were given a Congressional Gold Medal Wednesday night. Though many of them were honored posthumously, family members of the late Marines feel the honor of being recognized...
View ArticleHonoring vets important to many healthcare providers
Veterans who seek care at CarolinaEast are getting more than medical treatment these days – they’re getting recognition for their military service.According to Susan Edwards, outcomes specialist, the...
View ArticleRuckers for fallen Marine Raiders 'bring them home'
A march honoring fallen Marines and reservists came to a conclusion at Stone Bay Friday morning.
View ArticleNaval Medical Center Camp Lejeune welcomes new commanding officer
The Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune torch was ceremoniously passed from one captains hands to another on Thursday.A change of command ceremony was held at Marston Pavilion for Capt. Jeffrey Timby to...
View ArticleCoast Guard holds change of command
ATLANTIC BEACH | A Coast Guard change of command brings the incoming commanding officer back to Eastern North Carolina native back to the area.Lt. Peter Lewia took on the role of commanding officer of...
View Article2nd Marines welcome new commanding general
Muddy conditions did not deter over 4,000 Marines and Sailors from marching in formation to welcome the new commanding officer, Maj. Gen. David J. Furness.
View ArticleCherry Point Air Show voted as best in nation
Cherry Point officials and supporters are sky high after learning that the base’s air show was voted as the best in the country.Results of the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest for...
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