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PennDOT highlights safety around school buses

Local News October 22, 2026

In connection with National School Bus Safety Week, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Highway Safety Network are reminding drivers and pedestrians how to stay safe around school buses. Each year, PennDOT participates in National School Bus Safety Week, which is celebrated in October by the National Association for Pupil Transportation. This year’s awareness campaign runs through Friday, with a theme of “Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes." “Making sure children understand how to walk safely to school or the bus stop should be part of every family’s ...

Sugar Grove man indicted by federal grand jury on child porn possession

Pump prices keep rising in region

Local News October 21, 2026

Gas prices are 12 cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $4.698 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. The price in Warren is around $4.77 per gallon. Overall, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is down six cents from last week at $4.29 even though crude oil prices are up to around $100 per barrel. The national average has stayed above $4 per gallon since late July and is currently more than a dollar higher than it was this time last year. The fall months typically bring lower gas prices, but volatility in the oil market has led to ...

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Cops & Court Report October 21, 2026

C. WARREN COUNTY – DISTRICT JUDGE RAYMOND ZYDONIK Public drunkenness. Barbara A. Zingone, 61, of Warren was charged with public drunkenness and similar misconduct Oct. 14 by Warren Police after an alleged incident Sept. 30 in Warren. Endangering welfare of children. Allison L. MacDonald, 37, of Sheffield was charged with endangering the welfare of children Oct. 16 by State Police after an alleged incident Aug. 21 in Sheffield Township. Theft. Brody K. Mong, 19, of Warren was charged with theft by unlawful taking of movable property, unlawful use of motor vehicles and receiving ...

Commissioners to adopt Veterans Day Proclamation at meeting today

Local News October 21, 2026

Warren County Commissioners are scheduled to meet at noon today to adopt a Veterans Day Proclamation, consider several agreements and resolutions and discuss other county business. Under new business, commissioners are scheduled to review several professional service agreements, contracts and other administrative matters. Items include maintenance of the Hazard Mitigation Plan and a dog licensing system agreement with Fairfield Computer Services. The agenda also includes a resolution authorizing the sale of excess property, including a vehicle auction, along with an agreement with ...

Grant applications sought to help fund veterans programs

Local News October 21, 2026

The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) announced that the 2027-28 Veterans’ Trust Fund (VTF) will be accepting grant applications for programs and services benefiting Pennsylvania veterans Monday, Nov. 2. The DMVA will award VTF grants to non-profit organizations, veteran service organizations, and county directors of veteran affairs across the state. Grant applications must be received no later than 2 p.m. EST on Friday, Dec. 18, 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to join a TEAMS meeting that will be held on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, at 11 a.m. ...