Pleasantville resident Pfc. Jose L. Rivera (left) was sworn into the New Jersey Army National Guard by 2nd Lt. Tiffaney Mohammed on Nov. 21.  Rivera will serve with Detachment 1, 160th Engineer Company, located at the National Guard Armory in Atlantic City as an Interior Electrician, after he completes basic training at Fort Sill, Okla.

      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 Curry at 609-402-7993 or visit the New Jersey Army National Guard website at www.state.nj.us/military/army