Wintertime can be tough for everyone — the cold weather, lack of sunlight, and being stuck indoors often causes us to feel lethargic, unmotivated, and down. This is normal and expected, but you don’t have to let it affect your positive mental health. The good news is that there are ways you can fight off […]
Submitted by David M. Przybysz, Assistant Chief / President In past issues we have discussed a bunch of different topics from how the Chippewa Fire Department came into existence to whom our members are. From safety tips for nearly every season to how we had to change our operations to navigate through the novel coronavirus called […]
Spring is on the way! It is almost time to open those windows, let in some fresh air, and clean, clean, clean. Instead of buying cleaning supplies that fill the air with harmful chemicals, detox your home with the best natural cleaner you likely already have in stock. Distilled white vinegar is the ultimate multipurpose solution that […]
Potted plants make a great holiday gift for so many people on your list: the hostess of a Christmas buffet, your child’s teacher, or your officemate. Here are five beautiful blooming plants that are sure to provide holiday cheer: Cyclamen Cyclamens are hardy houseplants that can be counted on to produce delicate blooms in reds, […]
Submitted by David M. Pryzbysz, Assistant Chief As you sit there, reading this article, take a look around you. Think about your home. Look at all the decorations and knickknacks that hang on your walls and fill your shelves. Think of all the family memories that have been created there. How many holiday meals were […]
Submitted by PAM VARGA, Sahli Park Manager The next time you eat a piece of pizza, say, “Thank You” to a Bumblebee. Bumblebees pollinate the blossoms that become the tomatoes that make the sauce for your pizza. Without bees, no tomatoes, no sauce, no pizza. In fact, one third of the food we eat comes from […]
2022 was a great year for Chippewa Township Parks & Recreation. We kept up with our regularly scheduled events including our Easter Egg Hunt, Community Day and Kids Octoberfest. We had some wonderful summer concerts and movie nights under the stars. New this year we added summer camps for kids which were a hit, and […]
Looking for fun family activities for the summer but not wanting to break the bank on a big vacation? The good news is that there are many options for creating wonderful summertime memories for your kids. Here are 9 free or almost free ways to keep your kids entertained all summer long. 1. Set up […]
Along with the Heinz History Center and the Beaver County Library System, Air Heritage Aviation Museum is going to bring history alive on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at their hangar located at 35 Piper St. in Chippewa Township. Guest speaker and Heinz History Center Senior Curator Leslie Przybylek will be presenting a […]
Submitted by Pam Varga, Sahli Park Manager Hear that loud Brr-rat-a-tat-tat from high up in the trees? It is a woodpecker hammering away in search of delicious insects to eat, excavating a nesting cavity, attracting a mate, or claiming its territory. Pounding its beak against a tree trunk at over 20 times per second is […]
Submitted by Eric S. Hermick, Chief of Police The Chippewa Township Police Force Grows Chippewa Township Police added additional officers to the staff to ensure our ability to serve and protect. In May 2023, Officers Daniel Phillips, Christopher Arthur, and Kenneth Gawley were all hired as full-time police officers. We welcome them to the Chippewa […]
Summer is the perfect time to start a new workout routine. If you are lacking the motivation to start a new routine or are simply looking for a change to your current routine, there are many options to choose from. These five summertime exercises will not only be enjoyable, but they will also help you move your […]
There is something enjoyable about eating outside instead of around the normal dining table. So, take advantage of the brighter weather this summer to have a picnic outside. There are so many fun places where you can set up a picnic. You could have a picnic… • In your backyard • At the park • At the beach […]
Submitted by DAVID M. PRYZBYSZ, Assistant Chief It seems like we were waiting all year for summer to start and just like that, we are already in the midst of it! In May, we saw temperatures in the forties with snow while June brought extreme heat and near drought conditions, so who knows what the […]