06/05/2026
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Roseanne Linko 2 hrs ago
Kittanning Community Band seeks musicians / sets rehearsal schedule
The Kittanning Community Band will begin its rehearsals for the summer concert season. Rehearsals will be held following dates: June 9, July 14 and July 20. All rehearsals are from 7-8:30 p.m. in the band room of Armstrong Junior-Senior High School, 300 Buffington Drive in Manor Township. The band is open to anyone age 14 and older and is made up of students, teachers, musicians, professionals and retirees. For more information, visit page: facebook.com/kittanningcommunityband or call 724-543-6520.
Registrations requested for basics of hands-only CPR program at WWFCL
Basics of hands-only CPR for ages 10 / up will be held from 11 a.m. to noon June 13 at Worthington–West Franklin Community Library, 214 E. Main St., Building B, Suite 1, Worthington. Dave Dunmire, of Ford City Ambulance, will provide this free educational program. Participants will learn how to recognize a cardiac emergency, perform hands-only CPR, understand step-by-step response techniques / discover how quick action can help save lives. Attendees will also have the opportunity for hands-on practice. This is an educational training program only / does not provide CPR certification. Registration is requested. For more information or to register, call 724-297-3762 or email [email protected].
Strawberry festival planned in church
A strawberry festival will be held from 4-7 p.m. June 13 at the Center Hill Covenant Brethren Church, 2039 Freeport Road in North Buffalo Township. Menu will include hot sandwiches, beverages, strawberry pie and cakes with fresh strawberries and homemade ice cream. Dining room service or takeouts will be available. To order takeouts or for information, call 724-548-7226. To order take outs day of event, call 724-545-9655.
Pre-order/drive-thru Polish plate meal on tap at fire hall
Ford City Hose Co. 1, 1000 Fourth Ave., will host a Polish plate meal pre-order and drive through on June 20. Cost is $14 per meal. Meal includes homemade cabbage rolls, cabbage and noodles, pierogi and dessert. Pre-order only via page (Ford City Hose Co. #1) or call 724-763-1828 / leave message. All orders will be confirmed. Pick up will be from 4-5 p.m. June 20 by driving through fire hall from the Fourth Avenue side.
Individuals, businesses sponsorships or basket raffle donations sought for PWAC golf fundraiser
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 KSA youth HisPins Archery session
Kittanning Salvation Army, 205 S. Jefferson St., Kittanning, will hold a youth HisPins Archery session for ages 7-18 from 11 a.m. to noon Mondays: June 8, 15, 22 and 29. To register or for more information, call 724-543-6622.
Registrations accepted for AC 4-H PSE summer day camps
Armstrong County 4-H / Penn State Extension will hold two summer day camps for ages listed as of Jan. 1. First: ages 8-12 July 14, Stem Camp, where curiosity becomes adventure; second: ages 8-15 July 21, Expressive Arts, get creative juices flowing. All held at the Armsdale Building, 124 Armsdale Road in Rayburn Township. There is a one-time 4-H enrollment fee of $30 that includes all programming through September / a $15 camp fee per camp. To register or for more information, call 724-919-4315 or email: [email protected].
Sponsorship/vendors sought for LVFC/WAARS joint ‘Dogs Days of Summer’ fundraiser
Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company will partner with Whiskey Acre Animal Rescue / Sanctuary to host a joint “Dogs Days of Summer” fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Aug. 9 at Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company, 268 Canal St., Leechburg. Sponsorship / vendors slots are available. For information, contact Brian at 724-681-1775 or [email protected] or Mindy Maryai of Whiskey Acre Animal Rescue / Sanctuary at 724-762-9060. Events scheduled: live bands, firemen’s kitchen lunch stand / multiple vendor: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; dog walk along Leechburg Towpath Trail: noon to 4 p.m.; cutest pet contest: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; pet photos, pet care clinic / basket raffles.
Registrations requested for summer reading program at WWFCL
Summer reading program, “Unearth a Story,” will be held at the Worthington–West Franklin Community Library, 214 E. Main St., Building B, Suite 1, until Aug. 24. Event is open to all ages / features a reading challenge, educational programs, story times, crafts, performances, health programs / hands-on activities. Participants can earn prize drawing entries by completing reading challenges / returning their completed sheets by Aug. 24. Programs are free / registration is requested for many events. For registration or for more information, call 724-297-3762, email [email protected], visit the library, or follow the library on Facebook.
ACAAA FMNP vouchers info announced
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. Limited vouchers / available on a first come, first served basis. Forms for proxies are available at Area Agency on Aging office, 120 Grant Ave. Suite 4, Kittanning. Distribution day announced at a later date. For information, call 724-548-3290 or 1-800-368-1066, ask for Charlotte.
Church preschool accepting registrations
Rainbow Road Preschool, 332 North Water St., Kittanning, in the Covenant Center, will accept registrations for the 2026-2027 school year for both the preschool and Pre-K programs, limited availability. For more information or to access an application, visit the website at fumcrainbowroad.com. Applications are also available through the First United Methodist Church office, 301 N. Jefferson St., Kittanning, or call 724-548-4312.
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.
