Community
Pennsylvania Maple Festival Returns to Meyersdale April 18-19 and 22-26
The Pennsylvania Maple Festival is back in Meyersdale April 18-19 and 22-26 with maple syrup demonstrations, horse-drawn carriage rides, live entertainment, arts and crafts, and more.
Confluence Loses Two of Its Own – Virginia Halverson and Tom Close Jr.
In the span of a single week, Confluence has lost two lifelong, dedicated residents - Virginia Lee Halverson and Tom Close Jr. Both gave freely of themselves to this valley.
River’s Edge Antiques Opens for the 2026 Season on May 1st
River's Edge Antiques returns for the 2026 season starting Friday, May 1, open Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thanks to Carolyn and Jan for making the west side of Confluence a little groovier.
Spring Dinner Fundraiser at the Ohiopyle Stewart Community Center – April 11
The Ohiopyle Stewart Community Center is hosting a spring fundraiser dinner on April 11 at 6 p.m. A chef will present a seasonal spring menu. Tickets available at zeffy.com. The Ohiopyle Biking Club recommends a 4 p.m. ride at Clay Mine trails before the dinner.
BREAKING: Confluence Borough Council Votes to Install First Traffic Light
After nearly four hours of deliberation, Borough Council voted 4-3 to install a traffic light at Route 281 and Main Street. A motion to add a left-turn arrow failed by 1 vote.
Central City’s last drugstore closes
The tiny Somerset County town of Central City is without a pharmacy today for the first time in decades. On March 28, Martella’s Family of Pharmacies closed its Penn Laurel…
Community Rallies for Sandy and Rick Myers After March House Fire
The Turkeyfoot Fish and Game Club is hosting a Spaghetti Dinner Benefit for Sandy and Rick Myers on April 18 at 2 p.m. Their home was destroyed by fire on March 2. $12 per person, open to the public.
Purple Owl Campground ready to take flight
Purple Owl Campground is planning an open house April 13 to announce its debut as Confluence’s newest business. A barbecue is planned for the event. The three-acre campground, located on…