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Senator Bob Casey speaks at Kane Senior Center

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.

September is Ovarian Cancer Month in McKean County

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.

Two Kane children receive adaptive bicycles

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.

Building projects are planned in Hamilton Township

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.

KASD School Board approves several hirings

Several hirings for Kane Area School District positions and volunteers were approved by the KASD School Board Wednesday night at its August meeting.

Residents of Kane speak out at Borough Council workshop

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.

Second Annual National Night Out draws large crowd in 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. 

Events for the week in Kane

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.

49th Swedish Festival set this weekend in Mt. Jewett

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.”

Grant to boost proposed tourist stop near Kane

The “Wilds Sonshine Factory” on Route 6 in Wetmore Township west of Kane soon will become a major tourist attraction.