Latest "Christmas" stories

New York National Guard deploys to assist with deadly snowstorm

Hundreds of New York National Guard members are being deployed to assist in responding to a deadly winter storm.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld and Davis Winkie

3 months ago

Marines deliver toys to remote areas of Alaska for Toys for Tots

Marine Corps Reserve troops help deliver toys to children in remote areas of Alaska.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

3 months ago

Toys for Tots gave a toy bunny to a girl in need. She became a Marine.

Mariela Peña knew that one day, like those Toys for Tots reservists, she wanted to drive trucks for the Marines.

By Irene Loewenson

3 months ago

Marine Band performs at 100th National Christmas Tree Lighting

“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band performed on the National Mall for the 100th National Christmas Tree Lighting.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

4 months ago

Naval Academy to hold annual ‘Giving Tree’ charity ceremony

The Naval Academy is hosting a ceremony tomorrow to launch its annual “Giving Tree” campaign that collects gifts for local children in need.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

4 months ago

Marine Corps Reserve celebrates 75 years of Toys for Tots

The national initiative collects and distributes toys for children whose families may not have the means to buy them gifts for Christmas.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

5 months ago