AUGUSTA, Maine — Maj. Gen. John W. Libby, retired, adjutant general of the Maine National Guard, has announced promotions to the designated ranks for these Maine Army National Guard soldiers:
• Corey Lajoie, specialist, Easton, 185th Engineer Support Co.
• Travis Smith, specialist, Hersey, 488th Military Police Co.
• Shane Quint, specialist, Houlton, 185th Engineer Support Co.
• Benny Nadeau Jr., private first class, Saint Francis, 185th Engineer Support Co.
• Joshua Mcninch, private 2, Littleton, 185th Engineer Support Co.
The promotions were made in February.



What the heck is a Private 2?