Warren Times Observer

There are now three measles cases in Warren County, according to the latest update by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. In addition, it announced that 460 measles cases have been confirmed across 31 counties in Pennsylvania so far in 2026, as the Department continues its response to the ongoing measles outbreak and provides Pennsylvanians with updated information on cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.

The Reducing Fraudulent Pennie Claims bill is moving to the state Senate after receiving House approval in June. Sen. Tracy Pennycuick, R-Red Hill, has introduced Senate Bill 1439 to address improper enrollment, waste and fraud in Pennsylvania's Health Insurance Exchange Authority, nicknamed Pennie.

Local News August 28, 2026 1 min read Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) welcomed USDA Rural Development Pennsylvania State Director Chris Hoffman to Bradford this week for a discussion of rural healthcare challenges. USDA has significant resources that can be helpful in the fight to restore hospital services and support first responders. City of Bradford Fire Chief Brett Butler joined in the conversation and provided a tour of the central fire station.

Local Sports Rivals on the pitch Photos courtesy of Mark Evans The Warren and Eisenhower boys soccer teams held a scrimmage at War Memorial Field on Friday. From the left, the Dragons' Gabe Dougherty (No. 1) scores past Knights' goalkeeper Gavin Haight; Eisenhower's Mason Degnan (4) battles with Warren's Timmy Geiger for the ball; and the Dragons' Adam Yeager (23) and the Knights' Connor Briggs vie for the ball.

The American flag represents a 250-year legacy of freedom, wisdom, and resilience. It has witnessed the full scope of our nation’s history. We fly it to honor the heavy price paid for our liberty. To place the flag in memory of our fallen heroes is to permanently recognize their courage and sacrifice for the values we hold dear. The Field of Flags was established in 2005 by Ed and Ruth Seebeck, former owners of the Warren County Memorial Park.

The Erie Zoo and Erie Beer Company announced the return of the highly anticipated event, Lions, Tigers, & Beers to take place on Saturday, Oct. 3. Tickets go on sale at 9 a.m. today and are exclusively sold on Eventbrite.com. This 21-and-older evening event will allow guests to "trick-or-treat" for beer samples around the Zoo. VIP hour will be from 5 to 6 p.m., with General Admission starting at 6.

Communication is something you don't often think about, because it's used so much in our everyday lives. Every animal has some way to connect with others, and humans are no exception. As social creatures, we've come up with many ways to get a message across. Speaking is one of the first ways that humans learn to communicate, but writing is another common way to express one's thoughts.

The youth of today need a purpose-shaping journey now more than ever. In particular, boys deserve a distinctly masculine space where their bold, driven, and adventurous spirit is honored rather than restrained. Trail Life USA (TLUSA or commonly Trail Life) builds a masculine path under a faith-based program where the sense of adventure and courage are recognized and ignited as God-given gifts meant to change the world as young men become strengthened and united for His purpose.

STATE COLLEGE -- D’Anton Lynn admits he had tunnel vision during his playing days at Penn State. The new Nittany Lions defensive coordinator uses the central Pennsylvania scenery to make his point. Mount Nittany, for example, juts skyward 2,077 feet about a mile east of the team’s facility, offering a spectacular, unabated view for anyone huddled on the practice fields.

LAKEWOOD, N.Y. -- Tim Sandberg shot a 35 for low gross and Al Kuzminski had a 33 for low net to pace the Youngsville Senior League at Maplehurst Country Club. Other gross scores were John Blum 36, Jim California 39, Art Ward 41 and William Kowk 41. Other net scores were Bill Kulinski 34, Joe Cerria 35, Gary Lindahl 35, Terry Jackson 35, Ron Holmes 36, Bill Gross 36, Gary VanGuilder 36 and Mark Johnson 36.