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State data notes students feel safer in schools

A statewide survey of more than 267,000 Pennsylvania students shows that investments under the Shapiro-Davis Administration in youth mental health and school safety are delivering positive outcomes. Mental health concerns, depression, and suicide‑risk indicators are all declining among the Commonwealth’s youth, according to a Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) presentation provided this week at the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) School Safety and Security Committee meeting. “The Pennsylvania Youth Survey continues to be one of our most valuable tools ...

Honoring a Legend

Several locations around the county celebrated the inaugural Dolly Parton Day on Sept. 25, a day honoring the country music legend in a nod to her smash hit song and movie “9 to 5.” Dolly Parton has inspired generations through her unwavering commitment to literacy, education, ...

Volunteers remove 1,000 pounds of trash from waterways

More than 95 volunteers spent two Saturdays in September removing trash, tires and scrap metal from the Conewango and Clarion rivers and surrounding areas as part of local conservation efforts. The cleanups were organized with support from Penn Soil Resource Conservation and Development ...

EOC outlines programs at council meeting

A representative of the Warren-Forest County Economic Opportunity Council (EOC) outlined the agency’s broad range of services and future housing plans during Monday’s City Council meeting. Tressa Sweeney, Executive Directory of the Warren-Forest County Economic Opportunity Council, spoke to council members about the organization’s work across Warren and Forest counties, emphasizing the agency’s goal of helping residents address immediate needs while also building long-term stability. “We’re often the voice and advocate for an individual or household because they don’t ...

CASA to host first Voices for Children Night

CASA of Warren and Forest Counties will host its first Voices for Children Night on Oct. 14 at Bent Run Brewing Co. from 6 to 9 p.m., inviting members of the community to come together in support of children and families in the local child welfare system. The event will recognize the work and dedication of CASA volunteers and members of the organization’s advisory committee, who play an important role in advocating for children involved in the court system. Throughout the evening, attendees will have the opportunity to hear from former foster youth and families as they share ...

Local airman back home after second tour

Staff Sergeant (SSgt) Michael Okruch, from Warren returned home after serving nearly seven months supporting F-35s in the Middle East. Currently active duty in the Air Force and stationed at Hill Air Force Base in Utah as a munitions systems craftsman, Okruch’s nine-year military career ...