06/19/2026
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Roseanne Linko 2 hrs ago
Vendors sought for flea market in fire hall
The Burrell Township Volunteer Fire Dept. will hold a flea market rain or shine from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 20 at the fire hall, 108 Cochran’s Mill Road in Burrell Township. Kitchen open for breakfast: 8-11 a.m. Open pit chicken dinner: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., half chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, roll and cake. All food provided by the fire dept. Vendors are needed. Cost is $20 for 10 x 10 space. To reserve a spot or for more information, call Becky at 724-882-7983.
KC Band sets concert
The Kittanning Community Band will present a concert with a variety of music and styles at 7 p.m. June 25 at the West Kittanning fire hall, 401 Arthur St. For information, call 724-543-6520.
Gun show scheduled in sportsmen’s club
A gun show will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 27 at the Pine Creek Sportsmen’s Club, 1169 Oscar Road, State Route 1035 in Boggs Township. Kitchen will be open. Proceeds will benefit the club’s fundraising efforts. For information, call 724-664-5951.
Dine-in spaghetti dinner offered in church
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1038 Fourth Ave., Ford City, will serve a dine-in spaghetti dinner from 4-7 p.m. June 27. Meal will include spaghetti with choice of meat or marinara sauce, salad, bread, beverages and dessert. Cost is $13 for adults for adults, $6 for children ages 6-12 and free to children younger than 6. For information, call 724-763-9622.
PWAC to host fifth annual golf fundraiser to benefit clients with disabilities
Progressive Workshop of Armstrong County (PWAC) will host its fifth annual “Grip It & Rip It” golf scramble fundraiser at The Links at Spring Church Golf Course in Apollo, on June 27. The golf scramble benefits PWAC’s Client/Employee Activity Fund, which is used to address needs for supplies, activities / equipment across PWAC’s programs. PWAC is seeking individuals or businesses to register sponsorships or make basket raffle donations in support of this event. For information, visit progressiveworkshop.org/golf2026, or call PWAC at 724-548-5664 or by email at [email protected].
Registrations accepted for free ACMH A.I.D. Youth program
The A.I.D. program sponsored by the ACMH auxiliary and volunteers allows children to learn about healthcare, science and community engagement. This month’s topic is outdoor health and safety. Participants can learn all about the different ways to stay healthy this summer, try their hand at outdoor first aid, learn to identify poisonous plants and summer hazards. This program is free for all children ages 8-13 and will be held from 6-7 p.m. June 30 at the ACMH Hospital, 1 Nolte Drive in East Franklin Township. To register visit acmh.org/aid. For more information, email: [email protected].
Appointments accepted for free eye exams/glasses for youth at KSA
The non-profit mobile vision clinic Vision To Learn will offer free eye exams / glasses for children from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 3 at the Kittanning Salvation Army, 205 S. Jefferson St. Space is limited. To schedule an appointment, call 724-543-6622. After the exam, if glasses are needed, the doctor will prescribe them for the youth. Children will choose their frames and get fitted for the glasses. When glasses are done, they will be mailed to the children’s home address. If the glasses get lost or broken, Vision to Learn will replace them for free at any time over the next year.
ACAAA FMNP vouchers distribution on Wednesdays
Armstrong County Area Agency on Aging will participate in the Farmers Market Nutrition Program. Those age 60 or older by Dec. 31, residing in Armstrong County, who have a gross income at or below $29,526, single person or $40,034 for couple. They must show up in person / show ID / proof of income. Vouchers: five $5 checks, $25 total. No vouchers / applications or proxies mailed out. Forms for proxies are available at Area Agency on Aging office, 120 S. Grant Ave. Suite 4, Kittanning. Distribution days: from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesdays, until exhausted. For information, call 724-548-3290 or 1-800-368-1066, ask for Charlotte.
KP Library offers digitized blood pressure cuff station
Kittanning Public Library, 280 N. Jefferson St., now has a place to monitor blood pressure. A digitized blood pressure cuff station is available during business hours at the library. This new service is made possible through the American Heart Association. Stop in, watch the short video to learn how to use the cuff and begin. A quiet, calm area to take blood pressure gives a much more accurate reading. For those who prefer to do this at home, valid Kittanning Public Library card members may check out a cuff to use in the convenience of their home. For information, call 724-543-1383.
Church offers Giving Cupboard
The Giving Cupboard is a brown-colored cupboard located on the porch of the fellowship hall at Center Hill Covenant Brethren Church, 2039 Freeport Road in North Buffalo Township, and the fellowship hall is across the street. It is filled with non-perishable food items and paper products. It is available for anyone in the community who may need food or other items in the cupboard. The Giving Cupboard is available all the time. For information, call the church office at 724-548-7226.
Animal shelter offers a new program to help find homes for older pets
Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter, 11878 Route 85 in Rayburn Township, has a program designed to help find homes for its more “mature” pets. The Golden Buddies Program matches senior pets, age 6 and older with senior citizens, 65 and older. Generous donors sponsor a portion of the adoption fees on these special orphans to qualified homes. Golden Buddies are spayed or neutered, are updated on vaccinations with microchips for identification in case they are lost. For information, call Shelter Manager, Bethann Galbraith at 724-548-4520.
Volunteers sought for training at animal shelter
Volunteers are needed to walk dogs or sit and spend time with the dogs and cats at the Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter, 11878 Route 85 in Rayburn Township. Sign up for training by emailing [email protected]. To learn more about the shelter visit orphansofthestorm-pa.org. Volunteers must be 16-years-old. Those younger than 18 must always volunteer with a trained adult.
Pet Pantry in animal shelter is available for those in need of pet food
Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter in Rayburn Township, will offer pet food to those struggling to feed their pets. Anyone in need of pet food or wishing to make a donation is asked to call, 724-548-4520.
Animal shelter continues to offer pet adoption
Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter continues to offer pets waiting for forever homes including its long-term residents to bouncy puppies and playful kittens. To see available pets and learn how to adopt a new family member visit orphansofthestorm-pa.org. For information, call 724-548-4520.
