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State urges support of veterans in Suicide Prevention Month

During National Suicide Prevention Month, and the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) reminds Pennsylvanians of the resources available to those in crisis or needing additional support. Suicide remains a significant concern within the veteran community. Data from 2022 found that male veterans over age 35 experienced increased suicide rates, while female veterans, aged 18-34, had the highest suicide rates among their peers. Over 650,000 veterans live throughout the Commonwealth; one veteran suicide is one too many, and DMVA asks everyone to reach out to the ...

North Warren Fire Department asks community to “Answer the Call,” donate blood

The North Warren Fire Department is asking area residents to answer the call to help save lives by donating blood during a community blood drive on Friday --- the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on America. The blood drive will be from 1 to 5 p.m. at North Warren Fire Department, 12 S. State St., Warren, in the parking lot, in partnership with Community Blood Bank. As first responders, members of the North Warren Fire Department understand the importance of having lifesaving resources available during emergencies. Blood is no different. Patients in local hospitals rely on ...

Creating ‘together’

The 46th annual Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival will be on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine, at the Warren County Fairgrounds, 371 Barton Run Road, Pittsfield. Adults are $10, seniors $8, children 12 and under are free, veterans are free. Sunday is free of charge ...

Volunteers needed for creek cleanup, two more workshops planned

Volunteers are being sought for the annual Conewango Creek River Cleanup on Saturday as local conservation organizations prepare for another effort to remove trash from the creek and its surrounding areas. Penn Soil Resource Conservation and Development Council and the Conewango Creek Watershed Association are teaming up again for the cleanup, which will begin with registration at 8 a.m. at Point Park on Pool Street. The event will continue rain or shine and conclude at approximately 2 p.m. Volunteers will have the opportunity to participate either from the water or from land. The ...

Master Gardener applications accepted for upcoming classes

Those interested in becoming a Penn State Extension Master Gardener can begin classes in October. The Penn State Extension Master Gardener Program provides horticultural training to interested individuals. To be considered for the Master Gardener training program, visit the https://tinyurl.com/5er4dr5r and complete the online application. Once accepted into the training program, there is a $275 fee for program materials and the manual. Master Gardener trainees complete a minimum of 40 hours in subjects such as: entomology, botany, soil science, pesticide safety, plant propagation, ...

Somber notes of ‘Taps’ unites U.S. on 9/11

Local musicians, such as Gary Finger, a member of the Kinzua Area Community Band, plan to play “Taps,” the 24-note melody that has honored fallen service members for more than 150 years. Taps Across America is a nationwide tribute dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of our ...