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Growing together

Linda Robinson loves children, and Wesley Family Services’ Foster Grandparent Program provides her with the chance to work with them. “Working with children is incredibly rewarding because of the genuine joy and positive impact it allows,” she said. “I witness their growth, learn from ...

Roscoe man killed in World War II accounted for

A Roscoe man killed during World War II has been accounted for, and family members are grateful for the opportunity to bury his remains in a local cemetery. U.S. Army Air Forces 2nd Lt. Donald W. Sheppick, 26, was killed March 11, 1944, during a bombing mission. He was the navigator onboard ...

Area schools among those to receive funding to install solar panels

Four school districts in Washington, Greene and Fayette counties, along with a career and technology center and an intermediate unit were among the dozens that received a piece of the $22.6 million in state grants awarded Tuesday for solar projects. The Pennsylvania Department of Community ...

Folmar was right at home with Vulcans

By John Sacco For the Observer-Reporter newsroom@observer-reporter.com Brendan Folmar literally grew up on the campus at PennWest California. It became his personal playground. “I was in kindergarten there at Noss Elementary (middle of campus), so I became a Vulcan when I was there ...

Local schools, organizations recognized for efforts to combat child hunger

School districts and community organizations in Washington, Greene and Fayette counties have been recognized for their efforts to make sure children are being fed. The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is giving Child Hunger Hero awards to eight districts and community sponsors in the ...

California School District receives grant to help at-risk kids

The California Area School District has received a federal grant that will allow for an after-school program for at-risk elementary students for the next five school years. Superintendent Dr. Laura Jacob said the district will receive a shade less than $344,000 for each of those five school ...