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Central helps TOR

Seventh- and eighth-grade students attending Catholic Central High School were given an opportunity to support those with the Franciscan Sisters of the Third Order Regular of Penance of the Sorrowful Mother in their downtown ministry. Those in the TOR minister to more than 100 people in ...

Sunrise seniors discuss kitchen committees

TORONTO — Members of the Toronto Sunrise Seniors met Jan. 9, with President Barbara Pritts welcoming those in attendance, including guest Mary Bigler. Co-Chaplain Mary Lou Emery provided the blessing prior to the meal which featured chicken, cabbage rolls and a variety of side dishes. The group thanked the kitchen committee comprised of Hank and Laura Sheets, Lori Gorney and several volunteers, who received a round of applause from diners. Following dinner, the meeting reopened, with attendees hearing the minutes from the Nov. 14 meeting read by Secretary Karen Martin. Martin ...

Indian Creek seeking participants for learning fair

WINTERSVILLE — Indian Creek High School is preparing for its Spring into Opportunity Learning Fair and reaching out to local businesses and organizations to join. The free event will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on March 24 at the high school. Booths will feature representatives from ...

Community news from around the area

Free/reduced meals announced STEUBENVILLE — The Jefferson County Christian School announced its 2025-26 policy for free and reduced priced meals for students unable to pay the full price under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast, After School Care Snack or Special Milk programs. The Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines will be used to determine eligibility. Children from families whose annual income is at or below the federal guidelines are eligible for free and reduced-price meals or free milk if the school participates in the Special Milk Program. Application ...

A look at aging Baby Boomers in the United States

The oldest baby boomers — once the vanguard of an American youth that revolutionized U.S. culture and politics — turn 80 in 2026. The generation that twirled the first plastic hula hoops and dressed up the first Barbie dolls, embraced the TV age, blissed out at Woodstock and protested and fought in the Vietnam War — the cohort that didn’t trust anyone over age 30 — now is contributing to the overall aging of America. Boomers becoming octogenarians in 2026 include actor Henry Winkler and baseball Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson, singers Cher and Dolly Parton and presidents ...

Gratitude for law enforcement

Cross Creek Elementary School celebrated National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Jan. 9. A special event titled “Gratitude in Action: Luncheon with Local Law Enforcement,” invited local law enforcement officers into the school. The guests shared a meal with students and staff. Among ...