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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Turnout Low at Cranberry Polls for 2013 Primary Election

Polls at the township's nine voting districts are open until 8 p.m.

There were no lines Tuesday as Cranberry voters turned out in low numbers for the 2013 primary election. With this being a non-presidential election year (when many residents turn out to vote), it was slow going at Cranberry’s polls—although Earl Grubbs said it should be just the opposite. The Judge of Elections at the Cranberry East I polling location at the Cranberry fire station on Route 19, Grubbs pointed out this year’s election puts into the office the people whose decision affect residents most—including township officials and school board members. These candidates often determine tax rates, draft new ordinances and review the businesses that enter the community. “It’s sad that people don’t seem to realize that,” Grubbs said. …

How to Help the Tornado Victims of Moore, Oklahoma

Some helpful links with information for how to pitch in as Oklahomans try to pick up the pieces today from yesterday's massive tornado.

The devastating tornado that rocked Oklahoma on Monday leaves many in Cranberry wondering how to help.  Patch is about helping your neighbors, and today after the devastation near Oklahoma City where a giant tornado claimed the lives of at least 51 people, including many children, Oklahoma is our neighbor. In addition to hoping the best for the survivors and rescue workers still trying to make sense of the devastation today, here are some links where you can donate your time or money to help the recovery efforts. Give: Share: Do you have any experience with a tornado or other natural disaster? What do people need most after going through something like this? Share your tips with us by writing a blog post. Also, if you know of any local …

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Jessica Sinichak

3:48 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Fountain Park Church in Cranberry is collecting items for hygiene kits. More details here: http://cranberry.patch.com/blog_posts/fountain-park-church-asks-the-community-to-help-tornado-victims   more ›

Who's Hiring This Week in the Cranberry Area?

This week's list of some of the job openings around the community.

Looking for a job? Here are the latest job openings in and around Cranberry Township. To see more information on each job, click on the link. Know of a great job in the area? Leave it in the comment section below. Business Process Analyst—MSA, The Safety Company, Cranberry This position will report to the manager of Business Process, Finance and Controlling (FICO). Major responsibilities include understanding advanced, integrated business processes; identifying and recognizing global integration consequences; working with the other teams, as well as stakeholders and the end users, to analyze, design, develop, modify, test, and implement software solutions and applications to satisfy MSA’s global business requirements in line with SAP’s …

Lydia Horvath

10:14 am on Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Weight Management Specialists - Health and Wellness We are seeking three individuals for weight management consultant positions (non-salaried). With Summer fast approaching, many are wanting to lose inches and fat, or improve muscle mass. Flexible hours with on the job training provided. A readiness to learn is needed. Must be self driven and hard-working. Contact Lydia Horvath at 724-766-6589 to…   more ›

Reinventing a Classic: Seneca Valley Takes on ‘Romeo and Juliet’ in Spring Play

Students work with a professional choreographer to create realistic sword fighting scenes.

Most Seneca Valley students tackle Shakespeare’s classic Romeo and Juliet in their freshman English class, but bringing the drama to life on stage, well, that’s a whole different story. “It’s definitely harder getting into character,” said Kristin Carmella, who plays Juliet. The students will perform Romeo and Juliet as this year’s spring play. Carmella said while most of the cast members are close friends who like to joke around with each other during rehearsals, they’re transformed into citizens from centuries past in fair Verona when the stage curtains go up. “They’re blowing me away,” said Seneca Valley Intermediate High School English teacher Amber Hugus, who is directing this year’s play. Hugus, who has directed the spring play for …

Let Your Voice Be Heard: May Primary Election is Today

Keep checking back with Patch for coverage and election results.

The May primary election is today. Do you know who your candidates are? Your vote will determine who advances to the general election held in the fall. While it’s not a presidential election year—when voters are most likely to turn out—there are plenty of reasons to exercise your right to vote. Local elections are of particular importance. These candidates are the people who will represent you when it comes to determining tax rates, drafting new ordinances and reviewing the businesses that enter the community. Locally, three residents are running for Cranberry Township’s Board of Supervisors for the seat being vacated by Supervisor Dave Root. Cranberry Township Volunteer Fire Company President Bruce Hezlep and Seneca Valley School Board …

West Cran Twp. Resident/9-1999.

5:59 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Will yourselves be posting 'our' election results, if so, approx. when, ty.   more ›

Primary Election 2013: Here's Where to Go to Vote in the Cranberry Area

Get polling locations for Cranberry, Zelienople, Harmony, Evans City and Seven Fields.

If you're not sure where to go to vote for Tuesday's primary election, Cranberry Patch is here to help. Below is the list of polling locations for Cranberry, Zelienople, Harmony, Evans City and Seven Fields. For a district map of Cranberry voting sites, click here. The polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Please note, voting for Cranberry Township West III, normally held in the Christ Bible Church at 2721 Rochester Road, will be temporarily moved to the Cranberry Municipal Center gymnasium. It will return to Christ Bible Church for the fall election. The move was required to avoid a prior commitment the church had scheduled on the same day as the primary election, according to the township. Don’t forget to keep checking back with …

Butler County Offers Discount Prescription, Dental Cards

Check out the benefits you might be missing.

Butler County offers two ways residents can save money on medical and dental expenses. The NACo Prescription Discount Card Program is a free program for Butler County residents to receive an average of 24-percent savings on their prescriptions that are not covered by health insurance plans. The NACo Dental Discount Card Program can help members save 5 to 50 percent on dental care and 20 percent on orthodontics. Members simply pay an annual or monthly fee for access to participating providers who have agreed to give services at discounted rates. Locally, the cards are available at the Cranberry YMCA. For more details, click on the links above or visit the Butler County website. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and …

Monday, May 20, 2013

Five Things You Need to Know This Week

Patch gives you a rundown of what's going on around the community.

Primary Election Day is Tuesday, May 21. Do you know who you’re voting for? What about your polling location? Click here for the Patch Election Guide. Stan Malecki presents "Taverns on the Turnpike" at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 22 at the Cranberry Public Library. Malecki is the ‘Tavern Chef’ at The Old Stone House in Slippery Rock and does presentations on early American cookery methods. He is also an expert on Route 40, the original ‘Turnpike’ across Pennsylvania Attendees at the event will get an understanding of how our ancestors traveled cross-country in historic times. The pool’s open! The Cranberry Community Waterpark officially opens for business Saturday, May 25. Weather permitting, the 15,000 square foot pool, which includes a 120-…

Get Out and Vote: Primary Election is Tuesday

Find out where to vote, how the Voter ID Law affects you and what to do if you're voting for the first time or at a new polling place.

Here are some quick things you need to know about Tuesday's primary election. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.

Deb Ramage

9:51 am on Monday, May 20, 2013

Thanks Patch for all the info. I'm a poll worker for Crby West 5 & we'll be in council chambers as always with our good smelling food. PLEASE get out & VOTE, we love seeing our neighbors!!   more ›

Seneca Valley Students Nab Awards at Juried Art Exhibit

Students take home 12 awards.

The following Seneca Valley students earned awards at the Associated Artists of Butler County High School Juried Art Exhibit held April 26-May 3 at The Art Center in Butler. They are:         Mixed Media/Collage Ceramics Printmaking Painting Drawing -- Information submitted by Seneca Valley School District. Have news you'd like to share with Patch readers? Email Editor Jessica Sinichak at jessica.sinichak@patch.com or become a blogger in our "Local Voices" section.  Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.

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