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Pa. National Guard supports authorities in Harrisburg
January 18, 2021 — Pennsylvania National Guard members supported Capitol Police and Pennsylvania State Police at the state capitol in Harrisburg, Pa., on Jan. 17, 2021... MORE

A Soldier from 1st Battalion, 109th Infantry Regiment, Pennsylvania National Guard, walks along his patrol at the capitol complex in Harrisburg, Pa., on Jan. 17, 2021.

Pa. Air Guard leaders encourage Airmen to opt in to COVID-19 vaccine
January 18, 2021 — Pennsylvania Air National Guard (PAANG) senior leaders are encouraging Airmen across the commonwealth to receive the COVID-19 vaccine when the vaccine is available to them... MORE

Brig. Gen. Michael J. Regan Jr., deputy adjutant general - Air, Pennsylvania National Guard, receives the COVID-19 vaccine from Master Sgt. Jose Martinez, a medical operations non commissioned officer with the Pennsylvania National Guard, on Jan. 13, 2021, at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa.

Additional Pa. Guard members mobilized for inauguration, Commonwealth support
January 16, 2021 — Over 1,400 additional Pennsylvania National Guard members have been activated in support of the Jan. 20 presidential inauguration and to provide security in Pennsylvania... MORE

Spc. Kevin Romig, 2nd Squadron, 104th Cavalry Regiment, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Pennsylvania National Guard, from Reading, Pa., helps maintain a security perimeter around the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 10, 2021. National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from several states have traveled to Washington to provide support to federal and district authorities leading up to the event. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Master Sgt. George Roach)

Pa. National Guard members begin receiving COVID-19 vaccine
January 14, 2021 — Pennsylvania National Guard members recently began receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine was made available to PNG members beginning Jan. 4 on a voluntary basis, with priority given to Soldiers and Airmen who are actively supporting COVID-19 missions. It is being administered by medical specialists at several facilities across the commonwealth, including Fort Indiantown Gap... MORE

Maj. Gen. Mark Schindler, acting adjutant general of Pennsylvania, receives the COVID-19 vaccine from Master Sgt. Jose Martinez, a medical operations non commissioned officer with the Pennsylvania National Guard, on Jan. 13, 2021, at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa. (Photo by Brad Rhen)

Pa. National Guard troops deploy to D.C. for inauguration support
January 14, 2021 — Over 1,000 Pennsylvania National Guard members were activated recently to support the District of Columbia National Guard and local civilian authorities through the Jan. 20 presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C... MORE

Col. Jon Farr, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team commander, inspects socially distanced security perimeters with Lt. Col. Adams, 2nd Squadron, 104th Cavalry Regiment, Pennsylvania Army National Guard in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 10, 2021.

2020 was a historic year for Pa. National Guard
January 6, 2021 — FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. – 2020 was a year like no other in recent history for the Pennsylvania National Guard... MORE

Soldiers from 1st battalion, 109th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, work together to move across a course during combined arms live fire training on July 30, 2020, at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa. Utilizing radio, hand signals, smoke, and more, the leadership of the Soldiers communicated effectively to cross the course while engaging targets.

Holiday season can be a stressful time
December 18, 2020 — For many, the holiday season is a joyous time of year. For others, including those with mental health disorders such as depression, the holiday season can be a stressful time... MORE

The holiday season can be a stressful time of year for many people.

FRG, Rear Det bring holiday cheer to children of deployed Pa. Guard Soldiers
December 15, 2020 — In 2020, children of the 28th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade have endured a pandemic, school closures and their Soldiers leaving for a year-long deployment to the Middle East... MORE

A truck with holiday decorations during Park & Presents, an event held Dec. 8-10 where children of deployed 28th ECAB Soldiers enjoyed a drive-thru style visit with Santa and received a bag of toys. (Courtesy Photo by Rebecca Leidy)

Pa. Guard, Letterkenny Army Depot Command Sgt. Maj. retires
December 2, 2020 — Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD) hosted a retirement ceremony for Command Sgt. Maj. Richard A. Huff on November 19, 2020, celebrating his 32 years of military service. Col. Gregory K. Gibbons, commander, LEAD, presided over the ceremony... MORE

Command Sgt. Maj. Richard A. Huff, Command Sgt. Maj., Letterkenny Army Depot, delivers remarks during a retirement ceremony in honor of Huff's 32 years of military service on November 19, 2020.

Pa. National Guard Operation COVID-19 Summary
December 1, 2020 — As of December 1, nearly 250 Pennsylvania National Guard (PNG) members remain activated in supporting the response to COVID-19. At it's peak, there were over 1,500 members activated in support... MORE

Spc Dominique Dalessio (left) and Sgt. Shane Brandes (right) adjust their face shields and personal protective equipment while preparing for the mission to administer COVID-19 tests at the Lancashire Hall Nursing and Rehab Center in Lancaster, Pa., on May 19, 2020.