Camp Pendleton
Oceanside Anglers go deep-sea fishing with military families
OCEANSIDE — By 11:30 Sunday morning, the dock on the south side of Oceanside Harbor was packed with military families anticipating an all day deep-sea fishing trip.
Camp Pendleton Marine accused of murdering local woman enters not guilty plea
VISTA — A 45-year-old Camp Pendleton Marine pleaded not guilty in court April 26 to murder charges for the death of another local Marine’s wife, 22-year-old Brittany Killgore of Fallbrook.
Camp Pendleton Marines briefed on upcoming drawdown
CAMP PENDLETON — On Tuesday, officials from the Marine Corps headquarters prepared hundreds of Camp Pendleton Marines for a drawdown.
Wounded Warrior Trials seek out the best
CAMP PENDLETON —For over a week more than 300 wounded warriors have been competing against fellow Marines and an international field in the Wounded Warrior Trials for the chance to be selected to the All-Marine Team and compete against other wounded, ill or injured service members from all branches of the service.Only 50 Marines will [...]
War hero, bride renew vows in dream wedding
FALLBROOK — Dozens of red roses set the scene for a romantic dream wedding for young military veteran Lance Cpl. Josue Barron and his wife Debbie when they renewed their vows at Los Willows Estates Jan. 15.
Keeping finances afloat during holiday season
CAMP PENDLETON — Every holiday season, consumers spend millions of dollars on travel, gifts and meals, leaving their wallets to feel the pain as the new year rolls around. For military members, many of whom are stationed away from their families or hometowns, paying for transportation or sending gifts to family members around the world [...]
Afghan interpreter serves as ‘voice’
CAMP PENDLETON, — A native of Afghanistan who served as a Colonel in the Afghan National Army is giving back to U.S. Marines by serving as an interpreter. The 57-year-old man, who goes by the name “Mr. Wazir” in order to ensure the safety of his family, served as an interpreter for Combat Logistics Regiment [...]
Infantry trainer immerses Marines into war situations
CAMP PENDLETON — Charlie Company 3rd Platoon, 2nd Squad of the 1st Battalion, 7th Marines based in Twentynine Palms, Calif. entered through the gates leading into the mock-up village of Now Zad, Afghanistan, facing a scenario that they might just encounter in real-life once deployed. The squadron had just entered the IIT (Infantry Immersion Trainer) [...]
Nonprofit helps fund medical treatment for pets
CAMP PENDLETON — Christmas arrived early for 9-year-old Taylor Bristow thanks to the Foundation for Animal Care and Education, or FACE. Last week the nonprofit provided funds for emergency veterinary treatment for her Yorkshire terrier, Anna, after she bolted out of the family’s front door and was run over by a passing truck. Anna sustained [...]
Marine spouses train with Family Readiness Program
CAMP PENDLETON — Nearly a dozen Marine spouses attended training to become command team advisors and family readiness assistants at the Marine Corps Family Team Building here, Nov. 16. The purpose of the training, which is mandated through Headquarters Marine Corps, was to help prospective family readiness volunteers understand their future roles and responsibilities within [...]
