Breaking News

Himes scholarship winners announced

The Larry Himes Memorial Scholarship and Golf Scramble were initiated by his family and friends as a venue to honor his life and his love of sports. The proceeds of the scramble help provide an annual college scholarship to a Warren County athlete through a Memorial Scholarship Fund that is ...

White Cane Foundation plans vision screening

Following a successful spring vision screening event that helped dozens of local residents receive affordable eyeglasses, the White Cane Foundation is partnering once again with Global Vision 2020 to offer another community vision screening opportunity on Tuesday, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Emanuel United Church of Christ, 1710 Pennsylvania Avenue East, Warren. More than 25 participants received affordable custom reading glasses during the inaugural screening held this spring, highlighting the ongoing need for accessible vision resources throughout Warren County. The event is open to ...

Art in the Wilds is June 27-28

Art in the Wilds returns to Evergreen Park in Kane on Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature live glassblowing demonstrations by Hot Wheels, a mobile glassblowing studio powered by the Pittsburgh Glass Center. Visitors will have the opportunity to watch molten glass transformed into works of art, ask questions, and learn about the process of glassmaking. In addition to the demonstrations, attendees can explore a collection of handmade work from juried artists and artisans working in painting, photography, pottery, ...

Briefs

Holiday camping offered The Warren County Fairgrounds in Pittsfield will be offering holiday camping for the Fourth of July. Check-in will start at 11 a.m. on Friday with check-out on Sunday, July 5 by 2 p.m. There are several sites to choose from with water and electric hookups, restrooms with showers and a dumping station. For reservations or information call Sue at (814) 730-2890. All proceeds will benefit the improvement fund for the fair. Firecracker Bingo party planned Sugar Grove Free Library’s fourth annual Firecracker Bingo Party is scheduled for July 10 at 6 p.m. with ...

Briefs

Bridge league winners announced Monday evening at the YMCA, Bill Kuppinger and Russ Kelley came in first and My Ignatius and Emily Birgel were second. Jo Simonsen and Adele Crossett placed first and second on Tuesday at the Woman’s Club. On Thursday at the Woman’s Club, Donna Holding captured first with Marcy O’Brien in second. Hospice announces May contributions Hospice of Warren County received contributions during the month of May, including contributions in memory of Patrick H. Brown, Marilyn Lyke Bonace, Mary Ellen Edwards, Joyce Font, Pamela Main, Brenda Bonace Martin, ...

Chief Cornplanter Council holds volunteer recognition dinner

The Chief Cornplanter Council, Boy Scouts of America recently held its annual volunteer recognition dinner. The Silver Beaver Award recognizes registered scouters of exceptional character who have provided distinguished service within the council. The District Award of Merit is given to a ...