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Russell UMC to host BBQ Saturday

Photo submitted to the Times Observer The Russell United Methodist Church will host a chicken barbecue from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday or until sold out. Dinners are drive-through only and cost $15 each, which includes a barbecued half-chicken prepared by the Russell Volunteer Fire Department, all ...

Prom with Purpose

Caring for Life’s annual “Mom Prom” is more than a good time had by ladies reminiscing about high school; this prom has a purpose that is near and dear to its board members for the children they help year-round. One of the organization’s biggest fundraisers of the year, Caring for ...

Gas prices surge 43 cents in 3 days

It was a nice break while it lasted. After a two-week break, gas prices shot up 43 cents a gallon over the weekend in Western Pennsylvania, reaching $4.654 a gallon, according to the AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Prices are even higher in Warren at $4.694 a gallon. Warren's gas ...

Library events feature Mother’s Day Tea, soap-making class

The Warren Public Library has announced two upcoming community events in May, offering residents opportunities to celebrate literature, creativity and hands-on learning. On Saturday, the library will host a Mother’s Day Tea and Book Discussion from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Jefferson Room. ...

Cummins increases 2026 revenue guidance

Cummins Inc. is increasing its 2026 revenue guidance to increase between 8% to 11% after a strong rebound in demand in the first quarter. That increase in demand is driving additional work to the Jamestown Engine Plant. “Cummins delivered strong results in the first quarter, led by ...

Founders Day drawing brings $500

The Warren County Historical Society’s winner of the 2026 Warren’s Founders’ Day raffle is Nick Geckle. An employee at Country Fair on the east side of Warren, Geckel purchased his ticket from retired treasurer of the historical society, Robert Duffy. This board-driven raffle fundraiser ...