Latest "Connecticut-National-Guard" stories

Air Force picks four more Guard wings to fly C-130J airlifters

Recent congressional spending packages have allowed the Air National Guard to buy 32 new C-130Js.

By Rachel S. Cohen

10 days ago

Feds: National Guard members on state duty can join unions

The Department of Justice has given the green light to National Guard members on active state duty across the country to join labor unions.

17 months ago

Frontline Photos: Jan. 30, 2022

Obstacle courses, camouflage classes, a heartwarming homecoming and more in this week’s Frontline Photos.

20 months ago

Connecticut Guard airman credited with helping those on B-17 escape after crash

An airman with the Connecticut National Guard who was aboard a B-17 bomber that crashed at an airport helped other passengers escape the flames by using his fire-resistant gloves to open a hatch, officials said Thursday.

4 years ago

Army veteran adopts dog he served with in Afghanistan

An Indiana veteran recently adopted the bomb-sniffing dog he served with in Afghanistan, and he says the retired canine is settling in to a pampered life.

5 years ago

New Connecticut National Guard leader to take over the reins

The new leader of the Connecticut National Guard is officially taking over as the state’s Adjutant General.

5 years ago