Commander, Submarine Group Two

PASADENA, Calif. (NNS) -- The Sailor of the Year from Los Angeles-class attack submarine (SSN 752) will participate in a namesake visit to the city of Pasadena to participate in various Rose Parade related activities and welcome in the new year, Dec. 29 - Jan. 1.

HARTFORD, Conn. (NNS) -- The commanding officer of USS Hartford (SSN 768) and his son, dropped the ceremonial puck together before the start of the Connecticut Whale annual Military Appreciation Game in Hartford, Dec. 22.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The third commanding officer of Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Hampshire (SSN 778) assumed command during a time-honored change of command ceremony at the Naval Submarine Library and Museum in Groton, Conn., Dec. 17.

POWELL, Ohio (NNS) -- A Sailor and his family saw their 11-year-old child fulfill her Make-A-Wish to meet Jack Hanna and get a behind-the-scenes look at the Columbus Zoo Dec. 14.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- A Regional Support Group (RSG) Groton change of command ceremony was held at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Dec. 14.

NEW YORK (NNS) -- A Commander, Submarine Group 2 Sailor received the USO's George Van Cleave Military Leadership Award at the 51st USO Armed Forces Gala and Gold Medal dinner in New York Dec. 13.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Santa Claus hitched a ride aboard the Los Angeles class attack submarine USS San Juan (SSN 751) as she returned to Naval Submarine Base New London following routine local operations, Dec. 11.

WESTERLY, R.I. (NNS) -- The USS Pittsburgh (SSN 720) Family Readiness Group is spreading the warmth this December by collecting and donating winter clothing to a homeless center in Westerly, R.I., Dec. 10.

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (NNS) -- More than two dozen Sailors have reported to the Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) John Warner (SSN 785) since early November.

For the second consecutive year, the crew of Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) North Dakota (SSN 784) is combining forces to help out the local community this holiday season.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Six West Point Cadets traded one day of classroom instruction for a day learning about supply logistics for the submarine force Naval Submarine Base New London, Nov. 28.

The commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Miami (SSN 755) discussed naval leadership with nearly 150 Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) students attending six universities, Nov. 28.

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (NNS) -- A Sailor from Commander, Submarine Group (COMSUBGRU) 2 is spending a part of his Thanksgiving holiday speaking with more than 120 students at the George M. Davis Elementary School in New Rochelle, Nov. 21.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Commander, Submarine Group 2 and Naval Submarine Base New London commands prepared more than 200 Thanksgiving meals in a box, Nov. 20, for the annual Caring and Sharing program that assists service members and their families in need of assistance this holiday season.

Sailors assigned to the Los Angeles attack submarine USS Miami (SSN 755) are helping out their sponsor city of Sanford by collecting non-perishable food items and donating them to the city's food pantry, Nov. 16.

The commander of Submarine Group 2 discussed science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) educational fields with more than 80 students at Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School in New London, Conn., Nov. 15.

A Sailor assigned to the Los Angeles class attack submarine USS Annapolis (SSN 760) was at the right place and time when he performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an employee of Newport News Shipbuilding in Groton, Nov. 2.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (NNS) -- Two Sailors from Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Minnesota (SSN 783) will participate in the Minnesota Vikings' annual Veterans Day military appreciation event at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Nov. 11.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- An Independent Duty Corpsman (IDC) aboard the Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Mexico (SSN 779) was recognized as the Submarine Independent Duty Corpsman of the Year for 2012 at a command awards ceremony in Groton.

GOLETA, Calif. (NNS) -- Through a connection with the Santa Barbara Navy League, students from Ellwood Elementary School in Goleta, Calif., are learning about the meaning of service to one's country, patriotism, and a submarine, USS California (SSN 781), named after the Golden State.

The commanding officer and several crew members of USS Dallas (SSN 700) are participating in a namesake city visit to the Lone Star State, Nov. 8 - 12

The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Boise (SSN 764) returned to Naval Station Norfolk from a regularly scheduled deployment Nov. 8.

NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Norfolk (SSN 714) returned to Naval Station Norfolk from a regularly scheduled deployment Nov. 3.

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program held a change-of-command ceremony at the Washington Navy Yard on Nov. 2.

Sailors assigned to Virginia-class attack submarine USS Mississippi (SSN 782) cleared downed trees at Riverside Children's Center as part of a volunteer project. The Center requested assistance in clearing trees and other debris left by Hurricane Sandy.

NEWPORT NEWS, VA. (NNS) -- The Navy christened its newest submarine, the future USS Minnesota (SSN 783), Oct. 27, at Huntington Ingalls Industries - Newport News in Newport News, Va.

ORONO, Maine (NNS) -- The commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Miami (SSN 755) visited two Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) units in Maine, Oct. 22-23.

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (NNS) -- The crew of Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Springfield (SSN 761) visited the U.S. Naval Academy, Oct. 19-22, providing a force awareness during the academy's homecoming weekend.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (NNS) -- Four USS New Mexico (SSN 779) Sailors are participating in a three-day namesake state visit to New Mexico, Oct. 19-21.

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (NNS) -- The commanding officer of USS New Hampshire (SSN 778) and several crew members visited their namesake state, Oct. 19, to celebrate the anniversary of their commissioning.

Rear Adm. Rick Breckenridge, Commander, Submarine Group Two addressed the audience gathered for the 3rd Annual Chamber of Commerce Eastern Connecticut Military Appreciation Breakfast. Major Gen. Thad Martin, The Adjutant General, Connecticut National Guard and U.S. Coast Guard Capt. Wes Pulvin, commanding officer of USCGC Barque Eagle, spoke before Breckenridge and listened to his remarks.

MYSTIC, Conn. (NNS) -- Groton-area military leadership gathered to recognize and thank ombudsmen for their service and sacrifice during the annual Ombudsman Appreciation Dinner at the Mystic Aquarium, Oct. 10.

Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Toledo (SSN 769) returned from a nearly seven-month deployment Oct. 12. Toledo was conducting Chief of Naval Operations tasking and other missions in the 6th Fleet area of operations.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (NNS) -- The commanding officer (CO) and several crew members from the Los Angeles class-attack submarine USS Springfield (SSN 761) are visiting their namesake city, Oct. 4 - 9.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Nearly 40 officers currently enrolled in the Submarine Officers Advanced Course at Naval Submarine Base New London attended a three-day Naval Security Manager's Course in Groton, Oct. 3-5.

NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 6 held a change of command ceremony aboard Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Montpelier (SSN 765) at Naval Station Norfolk, Oct. 5.

PITTSBURGH (NNS) -- The commanding officer of USS Pittsburgh (SSN 720) and seven crew members are participating in a five-day visit to the "Steel City" Oct. 4 - 9.

Chief Yeoman (SS) Ryan J. Peter, assigned to Naval Submarine Support Center earned his commission Sept. 28. Ensign Peter will report as the administrative officer at Strike Fighter Squadron One Twenty-Two (VFA-122) in Lemoore, Calif.

Legalman 1st Class Ru Li is presented with a token of appreciation by Denny Hicks on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut and the Ledyard Rotary Club Sept. 27, 2012.

NEW LONDON, Conn. (NNS) -- A chief petty officer assigned to Commander, Submarine Group 2 supported his wife by participating in the "Step Out: A Walk to Stop Diabetes" at Ocean Beach Park in New London Sept. 23.

DULUTH, Minn. (NNS) -- The executive officer of Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Minnesota (SSN 783) visited the attack submarine's namesake state to bring more awareness to the Virginia-class submarine, Sept. 19-23.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- A Sailor from Commander, Submarine Group 2 delivered his fourth child safely within three minutes after his wife's water broke without complications in Groton Sept. 20.

NORFOLK, Va. – Cmdr. Brian Sittlow, commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Boise (SSN 764), was selected as the U.S. Fleet Forces Command winner of the 2012 Vice Admiral James Bond Stockdale Leadership award, Sept. 17, 2012. Boise is home ported at Naval Station, Norfolk, Va.

NORFOLK,Va. (NNS) -- The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Newport News (SSN 750) was named a recipient of the annual Marjorie Sterrett Battleship Award for the calendar year 2011 announced in NAVADMIN 279/12 released Sept. 16.

Divers from USS Miami (SSN 755) and USS Pasadena (SSN 752) collaborated efforts to clean up debris in the harbor of Star Island, which is one of nine rocky isles six miles off the New Hampshire and Maine coast otherwise known as the Isles of Shoals. Over 60 pounds of trash was pulled from the bottom including the anchor, bricks, bottles and rubber hoses.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The families of Sailors assigned to Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Hampshire (SSN 778) welcomed their loved ones as they returned to Naval Submarine Base New London, Sept. 13, following a six-month deployment.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The Regional Support Group at Naval Submarine Base New London increased their waterfront repair capabilities by utilizing their operational drydock Sept. 13, something that hasn't been done in almost four years.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The cycling club at Naval Submarine Base New London rode with wounded veterans and other supporting cyclists during the third leg of the 2012 Ride 2 Recovery Minuteman Challenge as they passed through the base Sept. 12.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Fifteen Sailors assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit North Dakota (SSN 784) volunteered at Ledge Lighthouse by providing the necessary muscle to paint and complete a variety of renovations Sept. 12.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Chief petty officer (CPO) selectees assigned to Naval Submarine Base New London and their sponsors volunteered at Sutton Park Skate Park Sept. 10.

NORFOLK, Va. – Vice Adm. Michael J. Connor relieved Vice Adm. John M. Richardson as Commander, Submarine Forces/Submarine Force Atlantic/Allied Submarine Command during a change of command, September 7, 2012 onboard the Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Mexico (SSN 779), Pier 12, Naval Station Norfolk.

MASHANTUCKET, Conn. - A USS Missouri (SSN 780) Sailor enjoyed the opportunity of a lifetime when he was reenlisted by an Elvis impersonator at the MGM Grand Hotel at Foxwoods Resort concert, Sept. 1.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Nearly a dozen active-duty and retired Sailors and Navy civilians assigned to Naval Submarine Support Facility (NSSF) at Naval Submarine Base New London were recognized by the American Cancer Society for their support of the annual Relay For Life, Aug. 31.

LIBERTY ISLAND, NY (NNS) -- A Sailor assigned to Naval Submarine Support Facility (NSSF) coordinated his reenlistment at a location he soon would never forget, on the grounds near the Statue of Liberty.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Program managers with The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory visited Naval Submarine Base New London to gain a firsthand understanding of the operational aspects of the undersea domain, Aug. 30.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (NNS) -- Just slightly beyond the two-year commissioning anniversary of USS Missouri (SSN 780), the commanding officer, chief of the boat and three Sailors will visit their namesake state, Aug. 26-30.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Pre-Commissioning Unit North Dakota (SSN 784) launched its ship crest, an emblem that will be associated with the Virginia-class submarine during its entire service to the nation, Aug. 24.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Submariners stationed at Naval Submarine Base New London and their families are benefiting from participating in the United Through Reading program.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert visited Naval Submarine Base New London, the Submarine Capital of the World, and spoke with more than 1,300 Sailors during an all hands call, Aug. 22.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- With only 77 days until the 2012 presidential election, Commander, Submarine Group 2's voting assistance officer is encouraging all Sailors to be more informed about voting this election season.

NEW YORK (NNS) -- Sixteen USS New Mexico (SSN 779) Sailors were recognized at a New York Yankees game in New York, Aug. 15.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Cmdr. Michael P. Ward II, commanding officer of USS Pittsburgh (SSN 720), was relieved of his duties by Capt. Vernon Parks, commander, Submarine Development Squadron 12, on Aug. 10, due to lack of confidence in Ward's ability to command based upon allegations of personal misconduct on the part of Ward.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- A Groton-based naval officer, who was appointed by the 2012 Board of Examiners for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, is putting his performance excellence and management skills to good use.

GROTON, Conn. - More than 150 chief petty officers and chief selectees stationed at Naval Submarine Base New London participated in a command formation run, Aug. 10.

HARTFORD, Conn. (NNS) -- Navy Team New London cycling enthusiasts are gearing up to ride with wounded veterans when the third leg of the 2012 Ride2Recovery Minuteman Challenge passes through Naval Submarine Base New London Sept. 12.

This year's announcement of the 2012 active-duty chief petty officer selection board results, released on July 31, marks not only the beginning of this year's induction season, but the proud history and heritage of becoming a Chief in the U.S. Navy.

Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Pittsburgh (SSN 720) held a change of command ceremony at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton Aug. 3.

MONTEREY, Calif. - Research Associate Professor Doug Horner leads NPS alumnus Rear Adm. Rick Breckenridge on a tour of the Center for Autonomous Vehicle Research laboratory, Aug. 2. Breckenridge returned to his alma mater, Aug. 1-3, to deliver remarks to undersea warfare (USW) students and strengthen the bond between the university and the operational submarine community.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- A memorial service was held at the Naval Submarine Library and Museum Aug. 3, to celebrate the life of a Sailor who was a mentor, leader and legend to many in the Acoustics Intelligence (ACINT) community.

SALINE, Mich. (NNS) -- A Michigan elementary-school teacher and mother of a USS New Hampshire (SSN 778) Sailor is supporting her son through a letter-exchange initiative while the Virginia-class submarine is deployed.

Groton, Conn. – The winners of the coveted 2012 Submarine League Awards were announced in a naval message July 27, of which two commands assigned to Commander, Submarine Group Two were chosen based on their exceptional performance and achievements.

GROTON, Conn. – Nearly 20 high school students from New Bedford High School in Massachusetts and Rogers High School in Newport, R.I. will meet sailors serving aboard NRP Tridente, a diesel electric with air independent propulsion submarine, on July 25 while the submarine crew is in Groton.

NORFOLK, Va. – Cmdr. Jeffrey Lamphear relieved Cmdr. Paul Dinius as commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Helena (SSN 725) during a change of command ceremony, July 20.

GROTON, Conn. – The Director and Associate directors of The Applied Research Laboratory at Pennsylvania State University participated in a technology exchange with submariners stationed at Naval Submarine Base New London and discussed the latest developments in undersea vehicles and weapons while visiting Groton on July 17.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (NNS) -- Four Sailors from USS California (SSN 781) will participate in Navy Week Sacramento in Sacramento from July 16-22.

NEW CASTLE, N.H. (NNS) -- The crew and families of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Pasadena (SSN 752) were treated to a "New England Clam Bake" in New Castle by the Pasadena Foundation July 14.

GROTON, Conn. - Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Annapolis (SSN 760) held a change of command ceremony at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton July 12.

BOSTON (NNS) -- Commander, Submarine Group 2 and four Sailors assigned to the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Pittsburgh (SSN 720), who all hail from Massachusetts, were recognized at the Boston Red Sox vs. Yankees Major Baseball League game at Fenway Park in Boston July 7-8.

MONTPELIER, Vt. - A chief petty officer assigned to USS Montpelier (SSN 765) reenlisted in the submarine's namesake city, prior to the capitol city's Independence Day celebration in Montpelier on July 3.

GROTON, Conn. -- Portugal marked its first trip to the Submarine Capital of the World when it arrived at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, June 30.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The families of Sailors assigned to Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Pittsburgh (SSN 720) welcomed their loved ones as they returned to Naval Submarine Base New London, June 27, following a regularly scheduled six-month deployment.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The families of Sailors assigned to Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Annapolis (SSN 760) welcomed their loved ones as they returned to Naval Submarine Base New London, June 27, following a regularly scheduled six-month deployment.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- USS Dallas (SSN 700) Commanding Officer Cmdr. Jack Houdeshell hosted a 12-year old teenager participating in the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and his mother, during a tour aboard the Los Angeles-class submarine in Groton June 19.

CROMWELL, Conn. - Forty expectant and new military moms, whose spouses are deployed, were showered with recognition and gifts during a themed group baby shower, "Come Sail Away with Me" in Cromwell on June 19 in conjunction with the PGA Travelers Championship.

PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD, Maine (NNS) -- Officials at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard released initial findings June 6 in the case of the recent fire onboard Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Miami (SSN 755).

OLD LYME, Conn. (NNS) -- Sailors assigned to Naval Submarine Support Facility at Naval Submarine Base New London volunteered at High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc., June 8, in preparation for their annual signature event featuring Orchestra New England in Old Lyme.

PASCAGOULA, Miss (NNS) -- The Navy's newest addition to the submarine force was commissioned June 2, in its namesake state.

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (NNS) -- A Sailor aboard Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Mississippi (SSN 782) with local ties reflected on his key role aboard the Navy's newest Virginia-class attack submarine June 1.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The current reigning Miss Virginia visited the crew of the Virginia-class attack submarine USS Virginia (SSN 774) May 29 in Groton.

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (NNS) -- A third-generation Sailor and Pascagoula-native, who is attached to the U.S. Navy's newest Virginia-class submarine, Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Mississippi (SSN 782), is enjoying his time spent in his homestate.

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (NNS) -- Nearly two dozen Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Mississippi (SSN 782) Sailors assisted the local Habitat for Humanity organization in Pascagoula with an ongoing housing project May 29.

PASAGOULA, Miss. (NNS) -- Of the 145 Sailors stationed aboard Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Mississippi (SSN 782), three Sailors hail from the Magnolia State, but only one of those Sailors is a culinary specialist who specializes in cooking Mississippi dishes.

GROTON, Conn. – Submarine Development Squadron (DEVRON) 12 held a change of command ceremony May 11 aboard Los Angeles-class submarine USS San Juan (SSN 751) at Naval Submarine Base New London.

The Navy celebrated the keel laying of Pre-Commissioning Unit North Dakota (SSN 784) at General Dynamics Electric Boat-Quonset Point division in North Kingstown, May 11.

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) delivered USS Virginia (SSN 774) back to the fleet following the completion of the first major maintenance availability for the Virginia class, May 5.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The Assistant Secretary of the Navy (ASN) for Manpower and Reserve Affairs spoke with Sailors at the Nation's first Submarine Base, Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE), May 9, and highlighted the Navy's recent initiative to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness: the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- More than 350 submarine veterans returned to Naval Submarine Base New London for the 48th Anniversary Celebration in Groton, May 3 - 5.

CRANSTON, R.I. (NNS) -- A Commander, Submarine Group 2 Sailor is giving back to the community through the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State organization.

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (NNS) -- A Commander Submarine Group 2 Sailor is seeking to earn the title "runner of steel" when he returns to his home state, to participate in the Pittsburgh Marathon, May 6. Lt. Cmdr. Jason Deichler, a nuclear power officer assigned to the command's material and readiness department, will lace up his running shoes to participate in his first marathon.

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Navy took delivery of the Pre-Commissioning Unit Mississippi (SSN 782) May 2 from General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB), nearly one year early to the submarine's contract delivery date. Taking just over 62 months to build, Mississippi set the record for the Virginia-class submarine program's fastest delivery.

MOORHEAD, N.D. (NNS) -- The executive officer assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) North Dakota (SSN 784) is participating in a three-day visit to the namesake state to bring awareness to the 11th Virginia-class submarine, May 1-3.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (NNS) -- More than 30 culinary specialists assigned to ships participating in Fleet Week Port Everglades 2012 competed in Galley Wars April 28 at Hugh's Culinary in Oakland Park, Fla.

PORT EVERGLADES, Fla. (NNS) -- Fourteen Sailors assigned to the Los Angeles Class-attack submarine USS Dallas (SSN 700) visited Harbordale Elementary School in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., April 27 as part of Fleet Week Port Everglades 2012.

GROTON, Conn. – Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS San Juan (SSN 751), held a change of command ceremony aboard the submarine at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton April 27.

GULFPORT, Miss. (NNS) -- A Groton-based Navy commander visited several Mississippi Gulf Coast cities, April 23-25, to promote the upcoming commissioning of the ninth Virginia-class submarine Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Mississippi (SSN 782).

PORT EVERGLADES, Fla. (NNS) -- South Florida chefs prepared local cuisine for Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen during Fleet Week Port Everglades 2012.

KITTERY, Maine – The crew of USS Virginia (SSN 774) received a “Certificate of Thanks” from the Pease Greeters in Kittery on April 24.

GROTON, Conn. – Sailors assigned to Naval Submarine Base New London attended two Sexual Assault Training events at the Dealey Center in Groton on April 18.

GROTON, Conn. – Virginia-Class attack submarine USS Missouri (SSN 780), held a change of command ceremony aboard the submarine at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton April 20.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Pre-Commissioning Unit Mississippi (SSN 782), the nation's newest and most advanced nuclear-powered attack submarine, arrived April 17 at General Dynamics Electric Boat following its successful completion of Alpha and Bravo sea trials.

GROTON, Conn. -- The Chief of the Boat for the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Annapolis (SSN 760) was relieved of his duties April 19 by Cmdr. John Gearhart, commanding officer, USS Annapolis, due to allegations of alcohol-related misconduct while on liberty overseas.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- More than 100 children of active duty Sailors assigned to USS Dallas (SSN 700) were recognized during a "Month of the Military Child" event held aboard the Los Angeles-Class attack submarine in Groton April 15.

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- A Naval Submarine Support Center Sailor has been selected to participate in the Ashford University D.C. Hill Day event in Washington April 16-17. Yeoman 2nd Class (SS) Sebastian L. Moore, who attends Ashford University's online bachelor program, was one of eight students selected to participate in the two-day "D.C. Hill" event.

GROTON, Conn. - A Commander, Naval Safety Center message announced April 4 that the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Annapolis (SSN 760) is the recipient of the 2011 Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Afloat Safety Award for Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic.

NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- Los Angeles fast-attack submarine USS Helena (SSN 725) returned to Naval Station Norfolk from a regularly scheduled deployment April 10.

KITTERY, Maine (NNS) -- Virginia-class attack submarine USS Virginia (SSN 774) participated in a "deplaquing" ceremony at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard April 3, marking the end of the submarine's maintenance period.

NORFOLK (NNS) -- The crew of Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Minnesota (SSN 783) showed their solidarity and support for the "Red Bulls" of the Minnesota National Guard's 1st Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division serving in Kuwait by participating in a banner exchange in late March.

KITTERY, Maine (NNS) -- Portsmouth Naval Shipyard hosted a plaque hanging ceremony for USS Miami (SSN 755), recognizing the official start of Miami's engineered overhaul in Kittery March 28.

NORFOLK, Va. – While riding the crest of a professional ice hockey record 20-game winning streak, members of the Norfolk Admirals hockey team visited the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Montpelier (SSN 765), home ported at Naval Station Norfolk, Va.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The Submarine Officers' Spouses' Association (SOSA) and Southern New England Chiefs' Spouses Association (SNECSA) raised $33,000 from this year's annual Silent Service Charities Auction benefiting the Dolphin Scholarship Foundation.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- More than 100 people attended the first Southeastern Connecticut Submarine Force Birthday Ball Sing-off at Fitch High School March 24 in Groton. Of the 14 contestants who belted out their favorite lyrics in the auditorium of Fitch High School, a 20-year old junior attending the University of Connecticut from Mystic, Conn., won the sing-off.

LEDYARD, Conn. (NNS) -- A wife of a submariner stationed at the Naval Submarine Base New London has been selected to represent Connecticut at the third-annual Mom Congress on Education and Learning Conference in Washington, D.C., April 29 - May 1.

USS MISSOURI, At Sea -- Eight distinguished visitors participated in a four-day embark aboard Virginia-class submarine USS Missouri (SSN 780), as it operated in the Atlantic Ocean, March 9, 2012.

GROTON, Conn. -- The Southeastern Connecticut Submarine Force Birthday Ball Planning Committee has selected the top 17 finalists to compete to perform the national anthem at this year's 112th Submarine Ball in Groton April 14.

USS MISSOURI, At sea (NNS) -- A Catholic priest who provides services to the Catholic community at Naval Submarine Base New London's Chapel of the Thames, was one of eight distinguished visitors who participated in a four-day embark aboard Virginia-class submarine USS Missouri (SSN 780), March 9-12.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Caring and Sharing Program coordinators at Naval Submarine Base New London donated nearly 500 pounds of canned food items to the Gemma E. Moran United Way Labor Food Center in Groton March 2.

PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD, Maine – Attack submarine USS Miami (SSN 755) and her crew of 13 officers and 120 enlisted personnel arrived today at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.

GROTON, Conn. – Connecticut Whale professional hockey players traded time on the ice for time spent aboard a Los Angeles Class submarine when they participated in a tour aboard USS Hartford (SSN 768) on Feb. 29 in Groton.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- One of 97 active duty and full time support/Selected Reserve master chiefs selected to serve as a command master chief, offered his reflections on the process Feb. 27.

GROTON, Conn. - Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Dallas (SSN 700) held a change of command ceremony at the Naval Submarine Base New London’s chapel in Groton Feb. 23.

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (NNS) -- The commanding officer of Pre-Commissioning Unit Mississippi (SSN 782) is visiting the submarine's namesake state Feb. 19-21 in preparation for the upcoming commissioning this summer.

The Los Angeles fast-attack submarine USS Montpelier (SSN 765) returned to Naval Station Norfolk from a regularly scheduled deployment on Friday, Feb. 17.

LEDYARD, Conn. – Two submariners stationed in New London are leading by example in their off-duty time by volunteering at a local fire company in Ledyard.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The Southeastern Connecticut Submarine Force Birthday Ball Planning Committee is taking a different approach to this year's annual Submarine Ball by searching for a unique and unforgettable voice to sing the national anthem in Groton April 14

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The Southeastern Connecticut Submarine Force Birthday Ball Planning Committee is taking a different approach to this year's annual Submarine Ball by searching for a unique and unforgettable voice to sing the national anthem in Groton April 14.

On Saturday, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard delivered USS San Juan (SSN 751) back to the Fleet eight days ahead of schedule.

GROTON, Conn. - A USS Springfield (SSN 761) Sailor received a proclamation from the Mayor of Ledyard John Rodolico in Groton on Feb. 10 for his brave actions in rescuing a man from a burning vehicle after a two-car collision.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (NNS) -- A USS California (SSN 781) culinary specialist participated in an once-in-a-lifetime cooking experience during a one-week understudy here, beginning Feb. 4.

MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (NNS) -- Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced the 2012 winners of the Navy Captain Edward F. Ney Memorial Awards for outstanding food service Feb. 3.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Organizers of the second annual Black History Month Gospel Choir concert announced Feb. 1 that a well-known Hebrew gospel singer will attend and sing at their event at Naval Submarine Base New London's Shepherd of the Sea Chapel in Groton Feb. 11.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- A Commander, Submarine Group (SUBGRU) 2 Senior Chief reflected on Black History Month, which began Feb. 1, the unique skill set he provides to the submarine force, and the leaders who made it possible.

GROTON, Conn. - A Regional Support Group Sailor, a native New Yorker, had his retirement flag flown at the 9/11 Memorial on Jan. 31 to mark 20 years of honorable service in the U.S. Navy.

PEARL HARBOR (NNS) -- A flag flown over USS Missouri (SSN 780) will be a part of the 68th anniversary of the USS Missouri's (BB-63) launching and 13th anniversary of the ship's opening as a memorial in Pearl Harbor, Jan. 28. (Image courtesy of Battleship Missouri Memorial, Pearl Harbor.)

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Naval Submarine Base New London based commands are joining forces to raise awareness for the annual Silent Service Charities Auction benefiting the Dolphin Scholarship Foundation in Groton on Jan. 27.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (NNS) -- Chief of naval operations (CNO) and first sea lord and royal navy chief of naval staff went underway together Jan. 26-27, to watch their respective navies' newest fast-attack submarines try to out-flank, out-maneuver and out-wit each other during the Fellowship 2012 exercise.

GROTON, Conn. – A Commander, Submarine Group Two Senior Chief assisted in hosting Food Network star, restaurateur, cookbook author, and celebrity Chef Robert Irvine when the top chef visited Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton on Jan. 27.

CASTLE ROCK, Wash. (NNS) -- For one 88-year-old World War II veteran, the dream of serving in the submarine force continued when he received a USS California (SSN 781) hat Jan. 27.

NORFOLK, Va. – The 2011 Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic (SUBLANT) Senior and Junior Sailors of the Year (SOY) were announced on Jan. 25. The winners were recognized by Vice Adm. John Richardson, Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic, during a luncheon held at the Vista Point Center, Naval Station Norfolk.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- A Commander, Submarine Group (SUBGRU) 2 Sailor organized the group's 2nd annual Black History Month Gospel Choir Concert scheduled to take place at the Shepherd of the Sea Chapel in Groton, Conn., Feb. 11.

GROTON, Conn. -- Command of Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Springfield (SSN 761) changed hands during a change of command ceremony at the Naval Submarine Library and Museum in Groton on Jan. 20.

NORFOLK, Va. – Cmdr. Seth Burton relieved Cmdr. Paul A. Whitescarver as commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Scranton (SSN 756) during a change of command ceremony, Jan. 20. The traditional Navy event was held onboard Naval Station Norfolk.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Former crew members of the Historic Ship USS Nautilus (SSN 571) offered their reflections of serving aboard the U.S. Navy's first nuclear-powered submarine in advance of the 58th anniversary of its launching Jan. 21.

Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Memphis (SSN 691) participated in her final "deplaquing" ceremony at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Jan. 19 signifying the end of the maintenance period as the 33-year old submarine prepares for her official decommissioning.

KITTERY, Maine -- Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS San Juan (SSN 751) participated in a "deplaquing" ceremony at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Jan. 19, marking the end of the submarine's maintenance period.

LEDYARD, Conn. (NNS) -- A Sailor from Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Springfield (SSN 761) saved the life of a Ledyard citizen after pulling him from a burning vehicle, Jan. 18.

GROTON, Conn. – Capt. Michael Bernacchi turned over command of Submarine Squadron 4 to Capt. Michael Holland during a change of command ceremony, at Naval Submarine Base New London's Shepherd of the Sea Chapel in Groton on Jan. 13.

GROTON, Conn. – The Groton-based submarine unit, Commander, Submarine Squadron (COMSUBRON) 2 disestablished and consolidated their attack submarines during an official ceremony at Naval Submarine Base New London’s Shepherd of the Sea chapel in Groton on Jan. 13.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The commanding officer of Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) North Dakota (SSN 784) participates in his first namesake visit to the "friendliest" state, Jan. 11-13.

GROTON, Conn. – For nearly 59 years religious lay leaders have performed a valuable role for commanding officers on ships without chaplains. On submarines, the volunteers help to meet religious needs according to a senior chaplain in New London, Jan. 9.

GROTON, Conn. – Virginia-class attack submarine USS California (SSN 781) made her way up the Thames River Jan. 6 and arrived at her new homeport, Naval Submarine Base New London.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The Supply department aboard USS New Hampshire (SSN 778) earned the Supply Blue "E" Award according to an announcement Jan. 1.

DULUTH, Minn. (NNS) -- Sailors assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Minnesota (SSN 783) reflected on the service and sacrifice of their namesake state's last living World War II Medal of Honor recipient, Jan. 6.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- The crew of USS Missouri (SSN 780) and General Dynamics Electric Boat accomplished two major milestones, a first for the Virginia-class submarine program, by completing the submarine's post-shakedown availability (PSA) sea trials and extended modernization Jan. 6, a month ahead of schedule.

GROTON, Conn. (NNS) -- Naval Submarine Base New London held a worship service attended by more than 100 people at the Shepherd of the Sea Chapel to reflect on 2011 and welcome in the new year, Dec. 31.

NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic (COMSUBLANT), announced the winners of the 2011 Battle Efficiency (Battle "E") competition Jan. 1.