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
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
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
The Waynesburg Borough and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, otherwise known as PennDot, have partnered together for a several week-long road renovation and construction project taking place across numerous areas of Waynesburg. Brian Cumberledge, who serves as the street department manager for the Waynesburg Borough, spoke on some of the details of the road renovations that … Continue reading
On Saturday, Sept.23, the Crosspoint Assembly of God church hosted the Hope Harvest Fall Fest at the Greene County Fairgrounds from 2 to 5 p.m.. The pastor at Crosspoint Assembly of God, Josh Koss, spoke more about the event. “It was a fall festival with a very Christ-centered focus. The goal was to bring families … Continue reading
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
Despite summer coming to a close, the weather is still warm and inviting, which allows the borough of Waynesburg to host several outdoor events such as fairs, parades, and even, farmers and flea markets. In the parking lot next to Domino’s Pizza on High St., several vendors set up their stands to have those in … Continue reading
