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Blood drive planned for Monday in Lander

As the holiday season approaches, Community Blood Bank is encouraging eligible donors to make an appointment to give blood during November, a month often associated with gratitude and giving back. Blood donations are needed throughout the year to help local hospitals care for patients undergoing surgery, cancer treatment, emergency care and other medical procedures. Community Blood Bank is the sole supplier of blood products to local hospitals and relies on volunteer donors to help patients throughout the region. November can bring additional challenges for blood collection as holiday ...

Community Foundation lists August donations

The Community Foundation received $286,009 in contributions from these generous donors in the month of August to the following funds held by the Community Foundation: AnneBelle Bollinger Scholarship Fund – Lee Savino. WAHS Class of 1975 - Anonymous. Debra Anderson Furry Friends Fund - Debra Anderson. K-9 Fund – Blueberry Hill Golf Outing. Larry Himes Memorial Scholarship - Cheryl & Doug Lawson Maple Shade Racetrack, Eric Donaldson c/o Mike Donaldson, Jackson Valley Golf Outing, Sharon Aldrich. Louise Magnus Art Therapy Fund – Community Foundation in memory of John ...

Comedy Center to launch Susan Sargent Caregiver Week

JAMESTOWN -- The National Comedy Center will launch its first Susan Sargent Caregiver Week to honor caregivers supporting loved ones through illness, disability or other conditions requiring care. Presented during National Family Caregivers Month and reflecting its 2026 theme, “Care ...

Past Monarch’s Steak Fry is Saturday at Farrah Grotto

On Saturday, the Farrah Grotto will hold a steak fry to honor and thank past Monarchs of the group. The celebration could not take place without the work of the officers, especially the current Treasurer Ryan Knopf. "This comes on the heels of a great fall raffle last week and is always an event filled with camaraderie and fun," said Joe McClellan, Grotto member. "It's one of our events where we enjoy the time together and also remember to work toward the Grotto's goal of fostering sympathy and good fellowship in the community through philanthropic donations." Following the meal, ...

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Outdoor Club To Hike At Dunham Siding Sunday Members of the Allegheny Outdoor Club will lead a hike at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at Dunham Siding. The group will meet at the Dunham Siding parking area at 2 p.m. The parking area is on the left 2 miles after Hearts Content on Hearts Content Road. The hike will be an in and out of 2 miles each way. Jim Berkey is the leader for this hike. School lists scholars INDIANA, Pa. – Students from the area have been recognized as Provost Scholars at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Provost Scholar status is achieved when students complete a ...

Russell UMC to host dinner Saturday

The Russell United Methodist Church will host a chicken and biscuit dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the church, 17 N. Main St., Russell. The cost is $15 each and proceeds will benefit the Ministry Center. Pictured are Lisa Rivett and Marcie Brown.