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Area locations giving back to veterans

During November, Operation Give Thanks is a company-and customer-supported program designed to aid active-duty service members, veterans, and their families using various armed forces related charities in Kwik Fill Country. Through mug and merchandise sales, in-store donations, fuel contributions, and community events, proceeds benefit partner organizations such as the Allegheny Valley Veterans Center located in Clarendon, Pa. Kwik Fill’s Operation Give Thanks is split among three organizations in which the AVVC has received checks with increasing amounts each year over the past ...

Library lists upcoming events

The Warren Public Library has the following ongoing programs for November: — Writers Group will be meeting on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Jefferson Room. Are you a writer or aspiring writer? Would you like support from fellow writers? This group has been formed as a new writers group with the advice and support of a longtime member of Pennwriters see www.pennwriters.org — Arts & Crafts Club will be on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Jefferson Room and Maker Space. Bring your own project to work on and socialize with your fellow artists and crafters. — ...

Post-Halloween pumpkins serve a purpose

With Halloween just passed, many households leave their pumpkins or jack-o-lanterns outside for the remainder of the fall season. Watching a jack-o-lantern sag at our doorstep can be unsightly, a reminder of past costumes and trick or treaters. If we shift our mindset to one of curiosity, this ...

Youngsville Life

Youngsville Hometown Christmas is December 6 Please email community news to Colette Nelson at Colettenel.ypl@gmail.com by Wednesday of each week to be included in the Youngsville News section of the Saturday paper. COMMUNITY NEWS - Youngsville Hometown Christmas will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, in downtown Youngsville. The parade begins at 4 p.m. with no fee for entries. For more information email Allie at abenedict@youngsvilleboro.org or call 814-563-9300 to sign up to participate. Prizes for parade entries are $100 for first place, $75 for second place, $50 for third ...

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Sugar Grove VFD To Host Christmas Craft Show Nov. 15 SUGAR GROVE - The Sugar Grove Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual Christmas craft show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 15. The show will include artisan gifts and decorations, holiday treats, locally made arts and crafts. There will also be a food truck. The fire hall is located at 11 Wilson St., Sugar Grove. There is free admission and parking. Sugar Grove VFD Turkey Party Is Saturday SUGAR GROVE - The Sugar Grove Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual turkey party on Friday, Nov. 7. Doors open at 6 p.m. and ...

WASU receives donations

The Warren Area Student Union (WASU), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has received several donations during its recent fundraising campaign. Donations are matched up to $15,000 by the Community Foundation of Warren County. Donations can be sent to: WASU, 330 Hickory St., Warren, PA 16365. Those making donations include: ADM Welding & Fabrication, John Anderson Construction, Jerry and Norma Bankoske, Jane and Andrew Beardsley, Dennis and Kathleen Benedict, Betts Industries Inc., Martha Betts, Mr. and Mrs. David A. Blair, John M Bowler, Diane Brant, Robert, Holly and ...