Submitted by Eric S. Hermick, Chief of Police COPS CORNER: The mission of the Chippewa Police Department is to protect and serve our community and those traveling or visiting our area. Part of protecting and serving involves crime prevention and reduction of crashes… Submitted by Eric S. Hermick, Chief of Police COPS CORNER: Chippewa Police […]
From time to time, we all wish it were easier to manage our finances. We all wish bills would send themselves, spending track itself, and money invest itself – but sadly, they don’t. That’s where an app comes in handy. While technology can’t replace the work of human financiers – yourself included – it can […]
Submitted by PAM VARGA, Sahli Park Manager On a recent walk through the Sahli Nature Park meadow, I discovered some tiny, flat, brownish eggs on the leaf of a Buttonbush. Curious to find out what insect critter laid these eggs, I clipped off the leaf and took the eggs into the greenhouse where I placed […]
Pennsylvania’s School Bus Stopping Law Motorists must stop at least 10 feet away from school buses that have their red lights flashing and stop arm extended. Motorists must stop when they are behind a bus, meeting the bus or approaching an intersection where a bus is stopped. Motorists following or traveling alongside a school bus […]
We’ve all had a case of buyer’s paralysis before, facing down a future purchase with indecision. We’ve bitten our nails and paced back and forth; asked ourselves repeatedly, ‘Should I buy this?’ That simple question is so challenging to answer, especially when “this” comes with a big price tag. A lot of money on the […]
Now that the harsh winter weather is over, it’s time to prep your home for the year to come. Make sure your home is ready inside and out with this checklist. Test and replace batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors Dust fans and light bulbs and switch ceiling fan rotation Deep clean […]
Trick-or-Treat in Chippewa is Thursday, October 31st from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.! Whether your family is planning on visiting your neighbors for goodies or you don’t have much planned, there are many ways to help keep the community safe on this fun day! SAFETY TIPS FOR FAMILIES Safety begins at costume selection! Choose costumes that […]
From time to time, we all wish it were easier to manage our finances. We all wish bills would send themselves, spending track itself, and money invest itself – but sadly, they don’t. That’s where an app comes in handy. While technology can’t replace the work of human… The holiday season has begun, and the […]
Happy Holiday season to all! Hard to believe we are into the winter edition of the Chippewa Life magazine. Some information to help us help you protect your finances: There has been a significant increase in fraud and scam cases throughout the nation—Chippewa is no exception to this. We encourage anyone that receives suspicious phone […]
We had a great summer season this year and we loved providing some great experiences for our kids and adults. We are already planning for a wonderful summer season next year, too! • We offered 28 days of summer camp and had 284 kids participate throughout the summer. • We hosted three summer concerts in […]
Weeds are the gardener’s public enemy No. 1. Many people resort to using chemicals as a quick way of eradicating the dreaded dandelion, but these chemicals can leach into any fruits or vegetables you have planted. They can also affect your soil and make their way… If your home seems to lack somewhat in the […]
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but the debate over when it’s socially acceptable to start playing Christmas music is oh-so-delightful! In the grand scheme of holiday traditions, few subjects generate as much passion and polarized opinions as the age-old question: When is it okay to crank up those festive tunes? Let’s dive into the […]
Submitted by DAVID M. PRYZBYSZ, Deputy Chief It sure didn’t take long for the bright autumn leaves of red and orange to fall to the ground. The wind has now turned crisp and cold and the people who, at least, think they know, are predicting the white stuff will soon… School bus safety is a […]
Living room feeling blah? Bedroom got you feeling blue? Maybe now is the time for a design update. But if you are like many people, trying to figure out where to get started with a renovation can be daunting. Here are some thoughts to help you find your personal style. Choose an Inspiration Piece One […]