Bridgeton resident Pvt. Shane N. Fiorani (left) is congratulated by Chief Warrant Officer 2 Glenn Eckenrode after enlisting in the New Jersey Army National Guard. Fiorani will serve with the 117th Combat Services Support Battalion, located at the National Guard Armory in Lawrenceville as a Power Generator Mechanic, after he completes basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C.

Anyone interested in joining the New Jersey Army National Guard and wants to attend college tuition free, while earning a part-time income and serving their community, state and nation should call Sgt. Hagan at 856-745-6762 or visit the New Jersey Army National Guard website at www.state.nj.us/military/army