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🎓 Avella-Area HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS: $1,500 SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE! 🇺🇸Your hard work, community involvement, and dedication to your future could help you earn a $1,500 scholarship!The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors (PSATS) is offering FOUR $1,500 scholarships to Pennsylvania high school seniors, and Independence Township would love to see one (or more!) of our local students bring one home!🏆 Two scholarship categories:Local Government Achievement: Recognizing students who have made a positive impact through community service and involvement.Academic Achievement: Recognizing students with strong academic interests and achievements.📍 ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?You must be a high school senior residing in a second-class townships, such as INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIPEligibility is based on your home address, not simply attending Avella Area School District.📅 APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 31, 2026Applicants must attend a local township board of supervisors meeting and submit an application, transcript, personal accomplishments, two letters of recommendation, and an original essay.💙 LET INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP HELP YOU BRING IT HOME!We're proud of our local students and want to help you take advantage of this opportunity! If you have questions about eligibility, attending a township meeting, or obtaining a recommendation from a township supervisor, we're here to help.📞 Call Independence Township at (724) 587-3518.🔗 LEARN MORE & APPLY:www.psats.org/scholarshipapply/Share this opportunity with a high school senior who might qualify!
🎄💰 SUPPORT OUR LOCAL LIBRARY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! 📚Looking for a chance to win BIG while supporting a great community resource? The Avella Public Library is holding its Annual Holiday Cash Raffle fundraiser, with a $2,000 cash prize up for grabs! 🎉🎟️ Tickets are just a $10 donation each!Here's how to get yours:⭐ Purchase at the library or from a Library Board Member⭐ Pay with cash or Venmo.⭐ Can't make it in person? A photo of your ticket can be sent to you!⭐ Call 724-587-5688, Monday-Thurs: 10am-5pm with questionsThe winning ticket will be drawn December 17, 2026, at 7 PM through the Pick 3 Lottery Drawing.Every ticket purchased helps support our local library and the programs and activities it brings to our community.Let's show the Avella Public Library some holiday love and help make this fundraiser a success! ❤️📍 11 School Court, Avella, PA724-587-5688Open Monday-Th#independencetownshipe#avellapubliclibraryl#shoplocalr#supportourlibraryp#HolidayFundraiserlidayFundraiser
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🇺🇸 A LITTLE LOCAL HISTORY. A LOT OF COMMUNITY PRIDE!Have you made plans for Saturday? The A.D. White Research Society & McKeever Study is hosting its Annual History Fair, and this year's celebration is extra special!As we celebrate America's 250th anniversary, this year's fair shines a spotlight on the pioneering families who settled our area and helped shape the communities we call home today.Our corner of Washington County has an incredibly rich history, and the wonderful people at A.D. White do an amazing job of preserving those stories for future generations. With their headquarters right here in Independence Township, we're especially proud to support this dedicated group!There's something for everyone:✨ Local historical societies and displays🛍️ Craft vendors and unique finds🍴 Food and beverages📚 Fascinating local historyWhether you're a history buff or just looking for a fun family outing, there's plenty to explore! Bring Grandpa, bring the grandbabies, and come celebrate 250 years of local history!***Food & beverages are CASH ONLY.📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM📍 West Middletown Community Firehall129 E. Main Street, West Middletown, PA 15379Let's show this wonderful local organization some support! We hope to see you there! ❤️
📅 PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGE!The November meeting of the Independence Township Supervisors has been moved to Tuesday, November 24, at 7:00 PM.While meetings are typically held on the third Tuesday of each month, this month's meeting has been adjusted to accommodate scheduling.We appreciate your understanding. We value community involvement and encourage residents to attend meetings to stay informed and hear firsthand about township business and the decisions affecting our community.
November 2026
Nov 11 2026
Veteran’s Day
Nov 15 2026
Coats for Kids
Nov 15 2026
Rodeo Club Meet & Greet
Nov 16 2026
Avella Area Community Association Meeting
Nov 16 2026
Independence Cross Creek Joint Sewer Authority Meeting
Nov 18 2026
Food Helpers – Avella Food Distribution
Nov 20 2026
Coffee With Veterans – Avella Wellness Center
Nov 21 2026
Meadowcroft’s Taffy Pull & Fall Finale
Nov 23 2026
Independence Township Planning Commission Meeting
Nov 24 2026
Independence Township Monthly Meeting
Nov 25 2026
Podiatrist at Avella Wellness Center
Nov 25 2026
Eagles Nest Recovery Thanksgiving Dinner
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