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• USS Colorado returns from deployment just in time for Christmas

  The fast-attack submarine Colorado wrapped up a six-month deployment to the European theater and arrived back at Naval Submarine Base New London in Connecticut on Tuesday.

• Continuing Resolution Includes Funds for New Columbia class Submarine

  The last-second funding measure that will fund the government until mid-November secures $621 million to ensure the start of construction for the second Columbia-class nuclear ballistic missile submarine but leaves several other programs in limbo.

• Federal bill bolsters CT defense companies nuclear submarine deal

  Connecticut’s defense companies and submarine industrial base will once again see major investments in a bill that Congress needs to pass annually to authorize military spending.

• USS Rickovers Commissioning Sends Message Of Strength To Nations Allies And Adversaries

• Naval Submarine Base in Groton honors Vietnam War era veterans

  Addressing more than 20 fellow Vietnam War era veterans and their family members, plus Naval Submarine Base personnel, retired Navy Major Daniel M. Eddinger said Wednesday that Vietnam veterans “have lived a long long time with a little black cloud over their head” but stood up to say: never again.

• Only 3D printing can get the Navys submarine plan back on track admiral says

  The U.S. Navy must 3D-print more parts if it is to build three submarines per year, a top program manager said Wednesday.

• As Connecticuts Electric Boat Thinks Big On Hiring US Navy Adding Small Subs

  As General Dynamics Electric Boat works on a new submarine variant for "seabed warfare" missions, the Pentagon is looking to add a fleet of smaller drone subs to take on clandestine missions that would give commanders far more flexibility.

• Governor Lamont Announces Launch of Recruitment Initiative for the Connecticut National Guard

  Governor Ned Lamont today announced the creation of a state initiative to help incentivize prospective members to join the Connecticut National Guard. The initiative, known as the Joint Enlistment Enhancement Program (JEEP), will provide current and retired members of the Connecticut National Guard with the financial incentive of $500 per qualified lead that results in enlistment or commissioning.

• Coast Guard RD Center showcases work welcomes commandant

  Monday was a rare opportunity for the public to see the work the Coast Guard Research and Development Center is doing with autonomous aircraft systems, drug interdiction, polar technologies and more, during a science-fair-style open house that followed a private ceremony with Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Linda Fagan.

• Biden looks to boost military spouse employment with new order

  White House officials will boost hiring help for military spouses seeking government jobs through a new executive order unveiled during a presidential visit Friday to Fort Liberty in North Carolina.

• New London celebrates funding for National Coast Guard Museum

  In April 2006, former Connecticut Gov. M. Jodi Rell gathered with state and local officials on the waterfront of Fort Trumbull to announce a state contribution toward construction of a National Coast Guard Museum.

• Defense production expansion could bring help to regions submarine industry

  President Joe Biden's move last week to expand defense production capability could bring help to the region's submarine building industry, which has been hard hit by supply chain and manpower issues.

• Sikorsky files challenge to Armys award of helicopter contract

  Connecticut-based Sikorsky announced Wednesday that it filed a formal protest of the Army’s decision to choose another company to build a long-range assault aircraft that is envisioned as a successor to the Black Hawk helicopter.

• Keel Laid For Nuclear Ballistic Missile Submarine District of Columbia

  The ceremony marks the ceremonial construction start of the first in a new class of ballistic missile submarine that’s expected to commission in 2027.

• US Coast Guard Cutter Takes a Prominent Role at RIMPAC

  This year's Rim of the Pacific naval exercise has received considerable attention for incorporating the U.S. Navy's entire public inventory of midsize autonomous vessels, including the two Sea Hunter-class prototypes and the two Operation Overlord crewboat conversions. While this yielded valuable practical experience for uncrewed vessel development, it overshadowed another series of firsts with perhaps more significant near-term importance: the inclusion of a U.S. Coast Guard cutter in high-end naval operations.