Blackhawk’s own Mr. Ryan D. Hardesty was awarded the Pennsylvania 2023 Teacher of the Year Award. Mr. Hardesty teachers seventh and eighth grade social studies at Highland Middle School. Mr. Hardesty represented Blackhawk at the national teacher leadership conference in Louisville, KY this summer presented by the National Network of State Teachers of the Year. […]
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…. Submitted by PAM VARGA, Sahli Park Manager […]
This season is filled with many reasons to eat, drink, and be merry. Gather your friends and family around the table to try these recipes or indulge in their deliciousness by yourself. Remember, as Oscar Wilde once said, “Everything in moderation, including moderation.” CHRISTMAS TREE SPINACH DIP BREADSTICKS Source: itsalwaysautumn.com Ingredients12 oz frozen chopped spinach,thawed […]
Refresh Your Dwelling with All the Key Styles With the change of the seasons and the new year, various home decor aesthetics will be coming and going. Out with the old and in with the new! Your home is your sanctuary, so make sure it fits your tastes and the latest fashions by incorporating the […]
While many consider autumn the most beautiful time of year, it is also the time when gardeners have to start moving their operation indoors. While growing garden vegetables indoors is not always a great idea, it is entirely possible to enjoy your gardening in the…
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All year long you’ve heard messages that remind you to “work safely…don’t take shortcuts…prevent accidents… ” To do this, of course, you have to keep your mind on your work. But this time of the year, your mind may be everywhere else but on your work. You may be thinking… Traffic is so bad I’m […]
Submitted by Diane Babnew Manning, Resident Teaching Communication at McKinley Schoolhouse began each day with the ringing of the bell. The children knew that the toll of the bell meant it was time to get in line, enter the school, and get to work. Communication development for young children included gaining the skills to understand […]
National Play Outside Day, observed on the first Saturday of each month, is a celebration that encourages families and communities to embrace the great outdoors, regardless of the season. While many may associate outdoor play with the warm days of summer, it’s just as… 5 Easy Ways to Brighten Your Mood Wintertime can be tough […]
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 […]