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It's back! Relay For Life to return Saturday

Published Tuesday, July 14, 2015

The 2015 Relay For Life of Punxsutawney will be held from noon to 10 p.m. this Saturday in Barclay Square. Relay for Life is an annual event that recognizes cancer survivors, fighters and caregivers.

Juvenile hit by car

Published Monday, July 13, 2015

Punxsutawney Borough Police responded to a one-vehicle accident involving a pedestrian at 5:03 p.m. Sunday at 412 East Mahoning St. and Tiona Street, Punxsutawney. According to reports from the scene, a juvenile pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on East Mahoning Street.

What's Happening This Week!

Published Sunday, July 12, 2015

The following meetings and events will be taking place this week in Punxsutawney and the surrounding areas:
Monday—First United Methodist Vacation Bible School 6 to 8:30 p.m. (all week long), School Board Voting meeting at 7 p.m., Punxsutawney Borough Council meeting at 7 p.m.;

VIDEO: Confederate Flag Removed from SC Statehouse

Published Friday, July 10, 2015

Jim Caviezel to accept the 2015 Harvey Award

Published Friday, July 10, 2015

Actor Jim Caviezel, who is known for his roles on "Person of Interest," "The Passion of Christ," "The Thin Red Line" and "The Count of Monte Cristo," has been selected to receive the 2015 Harvey Award, at the Chestnut Ridge Resort in Blairsville, PA, on Aug. 29.

Music in the Park returns after hiatus

Published Thursday, July 9, 2015

Rain and tornado warnings didn't dampen the moods of those who attended the second performance of the Music In The Park series Thursday evening in Barclay Square.

PSP seeks identity of man in McCalmont Twp. incident

Published Wednesday, July 8, 2015

PSP-Punxsutawney is investigating an incident of trespass and criminal mischief that occurred on private property in McCalmont Township, Jefferson County. A photograph was captured of the individual while on the property. PSP is asking for assistance in identifying the subject.

PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Remembering the Groundhog Festival

Published Tuesday, July 7, 2015

The sights and the sounds of the Groundhog Festival may not be filling town anymore, but the memories made will last on. Spirit photographer Rose Klaiber caught this compelling image of one of the attractions last week, earning Photo of the Week honors this time around!

2nd Annual Red, White and Blueberry Festival

Published Tuesday, July 7, 2015

For the second year in a row, the Reynoldsville Red White and Blueberry Festival will be celebrated with blueberry everything. The event will kick off on July 10th and run until July 12 with a variety of events to take place throughout town.
Events on Friday are:

What's Happening This Week!

Published Monday, July 6, 2015

The following meetings and events will be taking place this week:
Monday—Athletic Committee meeting at 6 p.m., Sykesville Borough meeting at 7 p.m.;
Tuesday—Big Run Council meeting at 7 p.m.;
Thursday—Music in the Park at 6:30 p.m. with band Crossfire performing;