Posts by News & Views Staff
Storm Hits the GAP, Volunteers Reopen It in Two Days
Saturday’s storm toppled trees across the Great Allegheny Passage. Volunteer crews had the trail fully open in two days. Here is how to thank them.
Read MoreMandy Kendall: Stereo Photography at Tissue Farm
Pittsburgh photographer Mandy Kendall brings 3D stereo photography to Tissue Farm in Confluence, June 11 to July 27, with an opening reception June 13.
Read MoreCasselman River Watershed Association Hosts July 11 River Float
The Casselman River Watershed Association hosts a River Float on the Middle Youghiogheny on July 11, with a look at its trout nurseries and stream health work.
Read MoreHearing June 15 on water authority sale
Public comment on the sale of the Indian Creek Valley Water Authority will be received at two public hearings. The Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission will receive comment at hearings scheduled…
Read MoreTurkeyfoot Valley Celebrates the Class of 2026
Turkeyfoot Valley Area High School graduated 16 students in the Class of 2026 on May 31, led by valedictorian Stanton Smith and salutatorian Jessica Pepe.
Read MoreSummerQuest 2026 Reading Program at Turkeyfoot Lending Library
The Turkeyfoot Lending Library’s free SummerQuest 2026 reading program runs Wednesdays, June 17 through July 8, with stories, activities, prizes and free lunches.
Read MorePennDOT Deploys Gorilla Glue on Route 523
PennDOT has officially deployed the Gorilla Glue Structural Reinforcement Initiative on Route 523 out of Confluence after discovering the road was being held together by pure willpower and Tissue Farm coffee. The repair is expected to last anywhere from 14 minutes to ‘until the next light rain.’
Read MoreThe 15 Minutes That Changed the World – A Ranger Presents Archaeological Findings
Join Park Ranger Brian Reedy on June 6 at 6:30 p.m. at Addison Methodist Chapel for groundbreaking findings on the historic Jumonville Glen skirmish.
Read MoreWarriors on Wheels Stopped in Confluence on Memorial Day – and the Cyclery Was Ready
On Memorial Day, riders from Warrior Expeditions – a nonprofit that helps veterans heal through long-distance outdoor expeditions – passed through Confluence on the 3,700-mile Great American Rail Trail. They stopped at Confluence Cyclery, and Peggy, Scott, Rachel, and Brandon were glad to meet them.
Read MoreKoval Sub Sale at the American Legion Parking Lot – June 6 in Ursina
The United Community Church of God is holding its monthly Koval Sub Sale on Saturday, June 6, starting at 8 a.m. in the American Legion parking lot in Ursina. $10 each for a 16-inch sub. No pre-orders – first come, first served.
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