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Pittsfield church to celebrate 125th anniversary The Sanford United Methodist Church, 2550 Sanford Road, Pittsfield, will celebrate its 125th anniversary at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 30. The event is open to the public. Special invitations have been issued to present and former pastors. The anniversary celebration will kick off with a special service followed by refreshments and fellowship. The service will be livestreamed on the Sanford United Methodist Church Facebook page for those unable to attend in person. Spring clean-ups Youngsville Borough will hold its Spring Clean-up event for ...

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Library news Job Fair Prep workshop: Wednesday, April 12th from 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm there will be a free workshop that will help you to prepare for upcoming Job Fair opportunities. The purpose of this session is to provide an open session to answer questions, learn how to develop your resume, prepare for an interview, and land a new job with a strategic elevator speech. Walk-ins are welcome or you can contact Danielle Ditz at Danielle.Ditz@nwpacareerlink.org or 814-272-4020. Free SkillUp PA training: Learn how to access the over 6,000 free training and personal betterment classes ...

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Jury Trial Brandy Burton was found not guilty of misdemeanor simple assault and guilty of summary harassment as a result of a Friday jury trial, according to the Public Defender’s office. Burton was represented by Assistant Public Defender Francis Waweru. Bridge Results Connie Michell and Rita Mancuso tied for first Monday evening at the YMCA with Lynn Way and Richard Woodruff and Lana Creal/Chick Bello coming in second. Sherry Griffiths and Marge Polito were first and second Tuesday at the Allegheny Community Center. At the Woman’s Club on Thursday, Bill Massa rose to the top ...

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Christian Women meet Warren-Jamestown Christian Women held its March luncheon on March 14 at Praise Fellowship Church, Russell. Speaker was Gwenn Scutella, Warren, speaking on how her faith in God motivated her to heal, rehabilitate and walk again to overcome paralysis after a brain tumor. The Tuesday, April 11 program at Praise Fellowship will feature Dean and Esther Mast, Jamestown, NY, speaking on the Gideons. Lunch is provided by the committee for $6. Bring a $1. Brown Bag item for exchange. Call Judy Crothers at (814) 723-7613 or Nancy Schuyler at (716) 720-4410 for ...

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Longhouse work Forest Service officials urge visitors to use caution when traveling Longhouse Scenic Drive. Debris and downed trees from the winter and recent storms may be encountered on the road. Forest Service work crews will work diligently this week to clear debris from the 11-mile stretch of roadway. Drivers may encounter chainsaw operators and other workers on the road. Crews plan to have the road cleared early this week and safe for travel by the weekend. Bridge results Lana Creal and Chick Bello were first on Monday evening at the YMCA with Marty Gingell and Sherra Babcock ...

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AOC to hike The Allegheny Outdoor Club will hike the Bean Field area in Irvine on Sunday, March 19. The group will meet at the parking area on Old Rt. 6 in Irvine and the hike will be about four miles. Bridge results Shelley Dahlie and Pat Fincher were first on Monday evening at the YMCA with Diane Callahan and Marge Polito in second. Phyllis Broadbent placed first Tuesday at the Allegheny Community Center and Marge Polito was second. At the Woman’s Club Thursday, Donna Holding and Nan Cashman were first and second. Chess Players to meet April 5 The inaugural meeting of the ...