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Temporary traffic patterns to be in effect for needed railroad repairs in Venango County
Needed railroad repair work will cause a temporary traffic pattern in Venango County. Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad will undergo repairs on the tracks across Elm Street in Oil City which will cause a temporary traffic pattern change, according to PennDOT. Traffic normally flows one-way but the pattern will...
Firefighters 5K, Parade on Third Street Highlight Saturday Events at Oil Heritage Festival
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The 46th annual Oil Heritage Festival will feature the Oil City Firefighters 5K Run/Walk, the parade, and more on Saturday, July 27. The festival, hosted by the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce, will run until Sunday, July 28. The Oil City Firefighters 5K Run/Walk...
Update: Brace for damaging winds with thunderstorms in Venango County Wednesday
The National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning at 5:10 p.m. on Wednesday in effect until 5:30 p.m. for Venango County. Residents should prepare for wind gusts of up to 60 mph. “At 5:09 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Titusville, or 14 miles north of Oil...
The fight over brine spreading is a rural-urban tension
(The Center Square) — Rural-urban tensions split lawmakers on whether to reinstate spreading oil and gas wastewater on roads to suppress dust. “It all comes down to risk assessment. Are the impacts to the environment outweighed by the benefits created?” Burt Waite, a retired geologist and hydrologist, said during a House Republican Policy Committee hearing on brine spreading. “Most of us would agree that some environmental impact is inevitable and acceptable to have safe roads to drive on.” ...
City of Meadville's Treasurer's Office Unable to Process Payments on Friday, July 29 Due to Significant Update
The City of Meadville's Treasurer's Office will be unable to process payments on Friday, July 26 due to a significant update to the city's financial software. The Treasurer's Office will still be open on Friday to answer any questions. The City recommends making payments before Friday. Payments are anticipated to...
PennDOT announces plans to replace Crawford County bridge
(WJET/WFXP)– PennDOT has released their plans to replace a Meadville bridge carrying traffic over Cussewago Creek with construction slated for the 2026 season. Crews will be replacing the two-span steel bridge along Dunham Road (Route 2039) between Route 102 and Rodgers Ferry Road (Route 2034) with a new two-span steel girder bridge along with work on the surrounding area requiring a seven-month detour.
Mercer County Food Bank announces first pantry in Hermitage
The Hermitage community will now have broader access to food assistance in town. Those struggling with food insecurity can now turn to an added resource provided by the Mercer County Food Bank, with a brand new pantry coming to Hermitage. It's the continued goal of the Mercer County Food Bank...
“Table Talk Histories” and new museum kickoff at Washington Crossing State Park, N.J.
Join in July 28 for “Table Talk Histories,” including a 3 p.m. presentation on impending capital improvements for Washington Crossing State Park, 355 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, N.J., including its new museum and visitor center, in preparation for America’s 250th Anniversary celebration. From 1-3 p.m., the Washington...
Green Building Alliance Launches Resilient Communities Initiative in Reading
Green Building Alliance will launch its newest program, Resilient Communities, in Meadville and Reading, Pa., providing both communities with a range of services to help reduce energy demand, cut utility costs, and increase energy efficiency and resiliency for the municipal buildings, commercial facilities, and nonprofit and educational institutions within each region.
Announcing the Bridge LIT Fest (August 10th)!
Announcing the Bridge LIT Fest— August 10–Venango Campus in Oil City, PA. “Join us for a day of writing and inspiration in historic Oil City, PA. On August 10, we’ll offer the chance to participate in two 90 minute sessions in your choice of genres, capped at 15 participants, and conducted by a member of our esteemed faculty. Genres include Poetry, Nonfiction/Memoir, Fiction, SciFi/Worldbuilding and Multi Genre. The festival will also include the chance for plein air writing and hiking, or a bike and write experience on the facility’s beautiful grounds. A Book and Community Fair, open to the public, will feature authors and community groups. The evening will conclude with an open mic and networking.
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