Photo Caption: Capt. Timothy A. Coakley (right), Officer Strength Manager, Recruiting and Retention, New Jersey Army National Guard, congratulates Parsippany resident Thomas E. Mcardle (left) after Mcardle had enlisted in the New Jersey Army National Guard at Fort Dix on July 14.

Sgt. Mcardle, who is a graduate of Bloomfield High School, has been assigned to Troop A, 5th Troop, 117th Cavalry located at the National Guard Armory in Dover. He is trained as a Cavalry Scout, which serves as a member of scout crew, squad, section, or platoon in reconnaissance, security, and other combat operations.

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. 1st Class Lefferts at (973) 361-5076 or visit the New Jersey Army National Guard website at www.state.nj.us/military/army/