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Crimestoppers see success at annual Steer Dump fundraiser

Crimestoppers see success at annual Steer Dump fundraiser PITTSFIELD – The Warren County Crimestoppers held its 48th annual Steer Dump fundraiser Friday at the Warren County Fair, drawing more than 200 people to the Ellwood Show arena. The evening featured music by Alyssa Wismar, along ...

Community helps Eisenhower bring dream to D.C.

The Eisenhower Knights Marching Band is expressing its heartfelt gratitude to the organizations and individuals whose generous support is helping make the band’s dream of marching in Washington, D.C., for the Veterans Day Parade a reality. Scheduled for Nov. 7 and 8, the National ...

Honoring ‘commitment’

The Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit was brought to the Warren County Fair last week and served as a reminder of the importance of remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice, honoring those who have served and currently serve, and teaching future generations why their ...

‘Bare minimum’ rural healthcare may get worse

Communities in rural Pennsylvania continue to face obstacles to receiving healthcare as new Medicaid and Medicare requirements may soon disproportionately affect residents. Advocates and nonprofits are working to keep these services accessible. Northwestern Pennsylvania has historically faced healthcare challenges for years, and is home to the phenomenon dubbed the ‘maternity desert’. Larger than Connecticut, this desert is comprised of eight counties which lack access to hospitals with delivery services or maternity providers. “We are really seeing challenges with ...

Rally in the Valley offers tour, support

The late Shawn Castro, a decorated Navy veteran who dedicated his life to supporting fellow service members, left an indelible mark on Warren County through his vision, patriotism, and community leadership. After serving eight years of active duty with the U.S. Navy, Castro's work with the ...

State reaffirms commitment to Pennsylvanians with disabilities

The Shapiro Administration reaffirmed its commitment to ensure the choices and freedoms of Pennsylvanians with disabilities are protected so they can live, work, and participate fully in their chosen community in the wake of recent federal actions that threaten decades of progress. In 1999, the United States Supreme Court decided Olmstead v. L.C. – a case that questioned how states comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Olmstead decision affirmed that unjustified segregation of people with disabilities is a form of discrimination under the ADA and that people ...