Warrior of the Week
The Volunteer Academic Mentoring Program is Joint Base McGuire-Dix Lakehurst's newest community support program, which will allow military personnel, spouses, civilians, contractors and college...
View ArticleEvent Raises Funds for Wounded Soldiers
A New Jersey family has turned the tragic loss of their son in Iraq into a charity that continues to benefit an untold number of military veterans and soldiers, both at home and abroad. Read...
View ArticleA New Event in Seaside Park Will Raise Money for Marines Special Ops
Thousands of people are expected to gather in Seaside Park for the inaugural Seaside Semper Five Marine Corps Charity 5K Run/Walk. Organizers said participants will pound a certified course along the...
View ArticleMilitary Monday
Our Warrior of the Week from Howell has an incredible and miraculous story. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleMilitary Monday
Every Monday we salute and thank a local member of our military. This Warrior of the Week is from Toms River and just been awarded a very special honor. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
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Members of the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., community recently came together during a ceremony that donated two Caroline's Carts to the joint base commissary. Caroline's Carts are shopping...
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Caitlyn Coyle sent The Point a Facebook message sharing an amazing birthday gift that her boyfriend sent her little sister Melissa. This long distance birthday wish was very special. Read More|Comment...
View ArticleWarrior of the Week
It is Military Monday -- a time to honor those that serve or have served our country. Today we thank Matthew Leroy from Howell. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleWarrior(s) of the Week
On this Military Monday we honor and try to help a former Marine after the loss of his little boy. They are BOTH our Warriors of the Week. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleHonoring Wounded Warriors
Our Warriors of the Week are those who return from battle wounded and in need our support and thanks. There is a great event taking place as a way for you to help and support our Wounded Warriors. Read...
View ArticleMilitary Monday
Our Warrior of the Week is from Neptune, and we thank her for her service. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
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Our Warrior of the Week is a Captain in the U.S. Army who is being deployed right before the holidays. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
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Our Warrior of the Week is heading overseas to serve and protect our country while we celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas. Here's his message to you. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
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Our Warrior of the Week is Captain Thomas A. McGrath. His wife has written a moving tribute to him. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleOcean County Teams Up With the Joint Base
Listen to the story here: Joint Base Mcguire, Dix, Lakehurst strengthens its ties to Ocean County's stakeholders and business community as part of a new initiative launched by Ocean County government....
View ArticleLakewood Chamber Reaches Out to Joint Base
The Lakewood Chamber is joining the effort to keep Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst off the list for Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC). Chamber Executive Director David Nicola paid close attention at...
View ArticleMilitary Monday
So many families have military members who are deployed. Loving relatives and friends send care packages and letters while they are away. But what about soldiers that don't have anyone back home...
View ArticleHonoring a Local Veteran
This Military Monday we honor a very special person in his community. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticlePresident Obama to Visit Lakehurst on Monday
President Obama is scheduled to visit New Jersey Monday with an appearance at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst to thank military service members and Department of Defense civilians for their service....
View ArticleTroops Surprising Their Families Is the Best Christmas Gift
Christmas is a special time of year. What better way for military families to celebrate than getting surprised when their loved ones come home? Read More|Comment Continue reading…
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