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Navy continues to struggle in recruiting as other services near goal
The Navy is performing better than it did last year, but is projected to miss its recruiting goal by roughly 6,700 sailors this fiscal year.
By Diana Stancy
Senate finally confirms Adm. Franchetti as Navy’s top officer
Several other high-level Navy nominations are still awaiting a Senate vote.
Navy fires CO of Transaction Service Center Great Lakes
The Navy relieved Cmdr. Steven Green “due to a loss of confidence” in his ability to lead.
By Diana Stancy
Former Navy chief sentenced in $2 million insurance fraud scam
Christopher Toups pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in October 2022.
By Diana Stancy
Navy offering up to $100K in EOD officer retention bonuses
The Navy is now breaking up the incentives into two-year increments, while also offering larger amounts to those who agree to four more years of service.
By Diana Stancy
USS Lake Erie CO relieved of command
As with nearly all commanding officer firings, the Navy declined to say why Capt. Danielle DeFant was relieved of command.
Navy misses active duty, reserve recruiting goals for 2023
The Navy missed its recruitment goals for active duty enlisted sailors by more than 7,450 troops in fiscal year 2023.
By Diana Stancy
The top enlisted sailor wants to boost education and quality of life
Among the reforms, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea wants to expand the United States Naval Community College.
By Diana Stancy
Navy cites improved pay, DD-214 retirement paperwork processing times
In the past year, Navy officials say they have gotten well within the Defense Department's 30-day window for processing pay changes and travel allowances.
Navy will miss recruiting goals by 7,000 sailors this year
The service expected to fall short by 13,000 recruits at the beginning of the fiscal year, though.
By Diana Stancy