Military News

Derek A. Mills

Navy Seaman Recruit Derek A. Mills, son of Ida R. Austin of Campbell, N. Y. and Edwin A. Mills of Campbell recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.

During the eight-week program, Mills completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

Mills is a 2007 graduate of Campbell-Savona Central High School of Campbell.