U.S. Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania is a long-time advocate and supporter of federal health care programs.
This stance by the Scranton native came across loud and clear Monday in his extemporaneous remarks at the Kane Senior Center on Fraley Street.
SMETHPORT — Susan Evans of Bradford believes women should be more aware of the “silent killer”— ovarian cancer.
Evans, a survivor of the deadly disease, has been instrumental in calling attention to the cancer.
SMETHPORT — All young children enjoy riding their bicycles.
Even children with challenging disabilities.
Two Kane children received adaptive bicycles Tuesday during a program at Smethport High School.
LUDLOW — Building permits have been issued for several construction projects in Hamilton Township.
The projects are listed on public documents provided Monday at a meeting of the Hamilton Township Board of Supervisors.
Issues with the zoning and code enforcement ordinances were the main topic of discussion on Wednesday evening as the Kane Borough Council hosted its monthly workshop meeting. The meeting was held at 6:30 p.m. at the borough building, located at 112 Bayard Street, Kane.
Area children and families took advantage of the opportunity to put names and faces to local law enforcement and first responders on Tuesday night in Kane. A large crowd attended the Second Annual National Night Out at the Kane Firehall.
Monday, Aug. 5— Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 112 Greeves St., Kane.
Monday, Aug. 5— Mt. Jewett Borough Council, 7 p.m., borough building, Center Street.
MT. JEWETT -- Tomtes— legendary Swedish sprites— are expected to be seen in Mt. Jewett this weekend for the 49th Swedish Festival.
“Don’t be surprised if you see tomtes,” Festival Chairman Beth Carpenter. “It’s all part of the fun.”