
Bowlby Library hosts annual ‘Turkey Trot’
Eva K. Bowlby Public Library hosted their 7th annual 5k Turkey Trot on Saturday, Nov. 18. This is the library’s biggest fundraiser of the year and its goal is to fulfill the library’s mission according to their website: to provide through the use of traditional and emerging technologies, materials, and services for community residents of … Continue reading
Midweek with Merchants recap & future events
Waynesburg hosted its first monthly midweek event on Wed., Nov. 15, where a variety of merchants were set up for shopping and other activities. The six vendors that participated in the event were 5 Kidz Kandy, Hideaway Candle Bar, RGB Coffee, Gypsy Rambler, In Motion Dance and The Fashion Shoppe, according to visitgreenecounty.com. Dolly Throckmorton, … Continue reading
Former Dir. Of P&R to receive memorial
Following stints at Allison’s Esso and Vesta 5 Mine, Jake Blaker served for over 30 years as the director for Parks and Recreation in Greene County until his retirement in November 2019. During this time, the Greene River Trail, the Flashlight Drags at the airport, renovations to the Mon View park and far more are … Continue reading
Greene County Election Office Prepares for Election Day
As the beginning of a new year comes into sight so will a new wave of municipal leadership. On Nov. 7, voters will take to the ballots in Greene County and in many areas all over the country, to vote for state and local offices such as judges, commissioners, school board, and others. According to … Continue reading
Lantern fly infestations borders Greene County
This summer, several news agenciesreported of a spotted lanternfly infestation in Pittsburgh and the surrounding regions. Just an hour’s drive away from Pittsburgh, in Greene County, the constant buzz of SLF has yet to be heard in resident’s ears. SLF are an invasive species native to China, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant … Continue reading
Greene County culminates together for ‘Harvest Festival’
For over half a century, the Greene County Historical Society has brought in vendors, encampments and various forms of entertainment, including the Civil War reenactors for their annual Harvest Festival. The two day event, which took place on Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8 usually brings in, “over 2,000 people” during the course of … Continue reading
Leaves, Festivals, and Spooky Events, Welcome to Fall
The fall season is here, and with that comes the inevitable exodus of leaves along with celebrations. According to the Pennsylvania Weather Action, a regional meteorologist website which calculates Pennsylvania’s fall foliage, the leaves are expected to peak from Oct. 22-28 in Greene County. Greene County is outlined in the article, but not labeled. However, … Continue reading
Fairgrounds ends summer with flea market
From 7 a.m.to 2 p.m. every Tuesday and Saturday, flea markets are held at the Greene County Fairgrounds. Vendors are located in the #9 Auction Building, the Midway or under the Grandstand. There were not many early tables up upon the 7 a.m. open time, but Heidi Sharpless and Shelly Rocha took their businesses to … Continue reading