Russell News

Most fireworks cannot be purchased or used in Pennsylvania without a permit. According to Clifton and Mary Rizer, owners of Rizer's Fireworks in Russell, residents without a fireworks permit can purchase ground fountains, sparklers and novelties such as confetti poppers, smoke bombs.

It's a new concept in Warren County. It's thinking outside of the box - or jail, as the case may be.

A trip that was once planned as a summer jaunt has turned into a three-year tour.

A Cresson man died early Saturday when he failed to negotiate a curve on Level Road, authorities said.

Harassment. Warren-based state police reported that at 9:50 a.m. June 15 at 3649 Scandia Rd., Jerry Christensen, 42, of Russell and Carrie Christensen, 27, of Russell became involved in a domestic dispute in which Jerry Christensen slapped and punched her in the face.

Russell Penn of Second Baptist Church, Spearman Avenue, Farrell. * Mercer County Amateur Radio Club will be demonstrating amateur radio at the Corps of Engineer's public boat launch grounds at Clark, today and Sunday.

The Warren County playground program is ready to open next week. Travis Hummel, the Warren County recreation director, said county playgrounds will open Monday, June 22 at Clarendon, Starbrick, North Warren, Tidioute, Russell and Scandia.

Today: is the 172nd day of 2009. There are 193 days left in the year. On this date: In 1788, the U.S. Constitution went into effect as New Hampshire became the ninth state to ratify it.

One defendant was held for court and a bench warrant was issue for another during Warren County Central Court on Wednesday.

Bill Asbury opens the lid on the smoker and sprays the sections of ribs inside with a mix of vinegar, water, beer and lemon he keeps in a plastic spray bottle.

Ina Carol Harrington, 75, of 406 East St., Warren, Pa. died Monday morning, May 25, 2009 at Warren General Hospital after an extended illness.

Harassment. According to Warren-based state police, between 4 and 9:30 p.m. on May 15 a man sent numerous harassing text messages to a 26-year-old woman on Allegheny Springs Rd., Pittsfield.

Heroes of the past were remembered and the potential heroes of the future gathered at Heritage Point in Crescent Park for the 42nd Annual Four Flags Ceremony on Saturday.

William Louis "Bill" Buvoltz, 62, of Route 6, Pittsfield, Pa., and formerly of N. Warren, died on Monday, May 18, 2009 en route to Warren General Hospital following an extended illness.

The Eisenhower Middle High School is hosting an Art Show, Friday, May 15th from 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Art Teachers, Jessica Shoemaker and Dave Allenson will showcase the talented Eisenhower art students in displays throughout the EMHS Courtyard.

Burglary. According to Warren-based state police, between Saturday and Monday, someone gained entry at Caldwell Motor Toys, 2500 Old State Rd., Russell, and removed a red 1998 Honda CR 125 dirt bike, valued at $600; a green 1994 Kawasaki KDX 200 dirt bike, valued at $800; and a 2002 Honda TRX 450 ATV, valued at $400. Anyone with information ...

Penn State Cooperative Extension of Warren County announces that the free family nature walk program scheduled for Mother's Day, May 10, has been rescheduled for Sunday June 7. The walk will begin at 3 p.m. at the Hatch Run Conservation Area.

Theft. According to City of Warren police, a criminal complaint was filed Monday charging Chris A. Rudolph, 32, of Pulfer Hill, Pittsfield with theft by unlawful taking after he allegedly took two women's wedding rings and one man's ring on Thursday from 908 Pennsylvania Ave.

The spring meeting of Hale Cemetery Association will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday May 6, at the home of Gary and Elaine North, 2971 Fox Hill Rd., Russell.

The Allegheny Outdoor Club will hold a bicycle ride on Thursday, April 30, beginning at 5:30 p.m. across from Russell Post Office.