A new organization in the region aims to help Southwestern Pennsylvania communities like Greene County pursue federal funding for a variety of purposes. The organization that is making this happen is the SWPA Municipal Project Hub run by Sharpsburg Mayor Brittany Reno. According to Reno, the Hub is a grassroots organization with a full-time staff … Continue reading
Seeking help from the community, the Washington County Community Foundation is calling on local residents within the community to participate in focus groups and a survey. Manager of the nonprofit leadership and engagement for WCCF, Joann Naser, said, “So, last year the community snapshot was launched, which is the nonprofit central guide for the foundation, … Continue reading
For the 2024 season, the Carmichaels area pool will be closed to the public as significant upgrades to the pool will begin to be made. Green County Director of Recreation Bret Moore talked about the tough decision to close the pool for the time being. “It was a matter of economics and safety,” Moore said. … Continue reading
A new building is up and coming here in Green County, as The Way Community Center will soon sit on High Street as a hub for any needs. On their website, thewaygc.org, the mission is to make connections with members of the community by spreading love, creating a place for individual growth and education. The … Continue reading
On Saturday, Jan. 27, Hilton Farm II hosted their Seed Swap Day event at the Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department for farmers looking to learn more information about seed planting and swap or purchase gardening tools such as seed, soil, and more. “The event is to share seeds and gardening information with the community,” event organizer … Continue reading
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
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
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
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
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
