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Volunteers needed for creek cleanup, two more workshops planned

Volunteers are being sought for the annual Conewango Creek River Cleanup on Saturday as local conservation organizations prepare for another effort to remove trash from the creek and its surrounding areas. Penn Soil Resource Conservation and Development Council and the Conewango Creek Watershed Association are teaming up again for the cleanup, which will begin with registration at 8 a.m. at Point Park on Pool Street. The event will continue rain or shine and conclude at approximately 2 p.m. Volunteers will have the opportunity to participate either from the water or from land. The ...

‘Powerful’ tribute brings winning result at game

Last week’s football game on the War Memorial Field displayed patriotism in many ways, from the camouflage jerseys the Warren Dragons wore to the halftime show where military flags were walked on the field and veterans were called on the field. The local chapter of Blue Star Mothers ...

Northern Tier Expo showcases area organizations

The fourth annual Northern Tier Expo will return Saturday, drawing hundreds of local residents to connect with a record-breaking lineup of community agencies and organizations. Traditionally held each September on the weekend following Labor Day, the growing annual event will feature more ...

North Warren Fire Department asks community to “Answer the Call,” donate blood

The North Warren Fire Department is asking area residents to answer the call to help save lives by donating blood during a community blood drive on Friday --- the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on America. The blood drive will be from 1 to 5 p.m. at North Warren Fire Department, 12 S. State St., Warren, in the parking lot, in partnership with Community Blood Bank. As first responders, members of the North Warren Fire Department understand the importance of having lifesaving resources available during emergencies. Blood is no different. Patients in local hospitals rely on ...

Hi-Ed to host free Alzheimer’s and Dementia education series

The Warren-Forest Higher Education Council (Hi-Ed) will host a free three-part Alzheimer’s and dementia education series presented by expert Reyd Martin, Director of Resident Care from the Rosecliff by Rouse. The series will provide caregivers, family members, and other interested community members with practical information and strategies for supporting someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. The series will include: — Understanding Challenging Behaviors, today, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. — Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home Thursday, Oct. 8, from 2 ...

State urges support of veterans in Suicide Prevention Month

During National Suicide Prevention Month, and the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) reminds Pennsylvanians of the resources available to those in crisis or needing additional support. Suicide remains a significant concern within the veteran community. Data from 2022 found that male veterans over age 35 experienced increased suicide rates, while female veterans, aged 18-34, had the highest suicide rates among their peers. Over 650,000 veterans live throughout the Commonwealth; one veteran suicide is one too many, and DMVA asks everyone to reach out to the ...