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

Local News September 10, 2026

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’

Local News September 10, 2026

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

Local News September 10, 2026

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

Local News September 9, 2026

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 News September 9, 2026

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 ...

West Virginia sues Pennsylvania over energy credit limits

PA News September 9, 2026

West Virginia sued⁠ Pennsylvania, claiming its neighbor to the north illegally blocks its power producers from selling energy credits there. Attorney General JB McCuskey filed this lawsuit late last week in a Pennsylvania federal court. West Virginia argues that Pennsylvania violates the Commerce Clause by favoring its power producers over businesses from other states. The lawsuit names the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, PUC Chairman Stephen DeFrank and Vice Chair Kimberly Barrow. Pennsylvania requires power companies to get 18% of the power they sell from approved ...