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Golf with Marines!
  • 2009 Shutt Golf Tournament 6/19/09: get yourself signed in for the annual golf tournament. Get all the needed information, times, dates and giveaways ( HERE )
  • Chaplian Report: Member Dominic A. Ricci - We are sorry to announce the passing of Dom A. Ricci, WWII Veteran, Marine Member of the Shutt and father of the Pvt Charles J Shutt's Commandant Dom Ricci. Wake hours ( April 7, 2009) Tuesday 4 to 7 PM , (( DETACHMENT CEREMONY: at 18:00, meet at the Detachment at 17:30 in Blues or Red Cover and Shutt Jacket)) Nardone Funeral Home, Watertown, MA ., Funeral Wednesday 8 am. Funeral Mass at St Patrick's Church, 9 am, Burial in Ridgelawn Cemetery, Followed by a coalition back at the Shutt Detachment.
  • Chaplian Report: Paul M. Driscoll We are sorry to announce the passing of Paul M. Driscoll, father of longtime and dedicated member Deborah A. Barker. More information can be found at http://www.legacy.com/Obituaries.asp?page=lifestory&personid=125515174
  • 4/3/2009 - Friday Night Dinner Menu for this all American meal is Pork Chops, mash potatoes, salad, green beans apple pie wth ice cream. ** Haddock has been added to the menu **. Eat to your heart's content for $8.00 a person.
  • 3/23/09 - Wake for Arthur G. "Gerry" DeLuca, Veteran - It is with sadness that we report that the father of longtime member Bobby DeLuca passed away. The elder Mr. DeLuca was a veteran, and we will be conducting a veteran prayer service. Dress for the wake will be red covers and red jackets on Monday night at Devito's Funeral Home on Mt. Auburn street in Watertown, across from Sacred Heart Church. We will be conducting our service at 6:00pm, and can meet at the funeral home at 6 or meet at the detachment at 5:30pm.
  • Cherry Point's 2nd Mar Air Wing Band in RI - The 2nd Marine Air Wing Band will be playing at 2 location in Rhode Island. One on 3/19 at Providence College and 3/20 at B.M.C. High School in Fall River. See the link for more information
  • 3/19/09 Meeting: Shutt History Assembly - Senior and long time members of the Shutt Detachment are requested to be on hand at the Shutt Detachment to assemble the long and honorable history in a presentable format for the upcoming 50th Anniversary. Time: Thursday, March 19th, between 18:00 and 19:00. Contact Dom Ricci if there is a scheduling conflict
  • Marine's quick action saves lives in western Iraq - CAMP RAMADI, Iraq - In a small ceremony March 2, aboard Camp Ramadi, Iraq, Griffin, a security team leader with Security Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 5, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for his actions following a vehicle rollover, Aug. 7, 2008, that aided in saving one Marine’s life and the recovery of everyone in the vehicle.
  • New Marine Corps Advertisement - the link provided takes you to a USMC recruiting website that provides stories of Marines and why they joined, many a good story and video to be had.
  • New Link: VA and Tricare news - Articles and news concerning the Veterans Administration and the Tricare Healthcare system can be found at this link, the information is also on the homepage sidebar. Articles are refreshed and checked every 10 hours or so.
  • 3/5/09 - Monthly Membership Meeting - Thursday, 19:00, The regular monthly meeting for membership of the Pvt Charles J Shutt Detachment. Elections, Convention, 100 Club, 2009 events to be reported on. All members make it a point to attend this upcoming meeting to get the most recent information.
  • Wake for Roberta Keefe The wake for Roberta Keefe will be held at Stanton Funeral Home, 786 Mt. Auburn St, Watertown, from 4 to 8 pm, Wednesday, 2-25-09. Members of our detachment will conduct a prayer service at 6:30pm. We will meet at the detachment at 6:00 pm and or at the funeral home at 6:30 pm. Dress Blues or red covers.
    Roberta's obituary can be seen here at Stanton Funeral's website
  • seaball08

    Sea Services Ball The Shutt Detachment attend the 30th Annual Sea Services Ball to honor the USMC Pacific Theatre Veterans of WW II, of which our own Dave Guido is one. See "Photos" for more pics

  • The Commandants 100 Club is part of the buildings' viability: The 100 Club Membership renewals are out through the mail. Take the time and renew your much needed membership. Semper Fi.

Latest Shutt VAVS Headlines

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VA launches its new "Returning Veterans" Web site

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has launched its new "Returning Veterans" Web site -- www.oefoif.va.gov -- to welcome home Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts with a social, Veteran-centric Web site focusing on their needs and questions.


What is the period of eligibility for the Post-9/11 GI Bill?

The period of eligibility for the Post 9/11 GI Bill ends 15 years from the date of the last discharge or release from active duty of at least: * 90 consecutive days * 30 days but less than 90 days if released for a service-connected disability


The Golden Age Games, June 1-5 in Birmingham, Ala.

From California to New York, an estimated 700 "golden age" Veterans will travel to Birmingham, Ala., to compete June 1-5 in the world's largest sports and recreational competition for senior Veterans.


New Director Named for TRICARE's North Region

Pradeep G. Gidwani was recently appointed director of TRICARE Regional Office (TRO) – North. As the regional director, he is responsible for the management and performance of TRICARE contracts that serve more than 3.1 million beneficiaries across, 24 states and the District of Columbia.


TRICARE Wins 2008 Investigation of the Year Award

TRICARE was honored with the 2008 Investigation of the Year Award, presented annually by the National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association (NHCAA). The award was given for the ongoing investigation involving fraudulent TRICARE claims in the Philippines and TRICARE was selected unanimously by the NHCAA Awards Committee from numerous nominations from both the public and private sector.


Michael J. Kussman, VA Under Secretary for Health, to Retire

Dr. Michael J. Kussman, the Under Secretary for Health for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), today announced his intention to retire from federal service by May 9, ending a 37-year government career. Dr. Kussman, who attained the rank of brigadier general while in the U.S. Army, has been with VA since 2000.


VA Electronic Health Record System Recognized

A recent study in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine singles out the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for its successful implementation of a comprehensive system of electronic health records.


The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will spend more than $1.4 billion as part of President Obama’s economic recovery plan to improve services to America’s Veterans. VA’s Internet site – www.va.gov/recovery – provides current information about VA’s work to deliver its portion of Recovery Act funds into the economy to benefit Veterans.


Paperless Benefits Delivery at Discharge

VA’s Benefits Delivery at Discharge - "BDD" - program has gone paperless. The program, which allows service members to apply for disability compensation benefits from VA before retiring or separating, has a goal of providing benefits within 60 days after release or discharge from active duty.


President's 2010 Budget Request Strongly Supports VA Programs

(Feb. 26, 2009) - President Obama's first proposed budget for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) expands eligibility for health care to an additional 500,000 deserving Veterans over the next five years, meets the need for continued growth in programs for the combat Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan, and provides the resources to deliver quality health care for the Nation's 5.5 million Veteran patients.


USMC Quotes & Terms

UCMJ

The Uniform Code of Military Justice (Public Law 506, 81st Congress) 1951 is the system of military law, both judicial and nonjudicial, now in force throughout the U.S. Armed Forces.