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Families gather for a lively puppet show, one of the many attractions at the Kickoff Carnival. Photo by Danielle Boos

Faith Evangelical Free launches fall youth ministry with community event

Faith Evangelical Free Church welcomed families to its annual Kickoff Carnival on Tuesday, August 27, at 6 p.m., celebrating the start of its fall youth programs. The evening offered a variety of … more

By Danielle Boos | 9/3/25

First Annual Country Terrace Car Show Saturday

The First Annual Country Terrace Car Show will make its debut this Saturday, August 23 at Country Terrace from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The show planned for 804 Pine Street in Stanley promises a host of … more

By Joseph Back | 8/20/25

Shown left to right, Lorraine Seichter, Lorrie Sonnentag, and Laurie McQuillan were on hand with popcorn from the All Saints Parish Council of Catholic Women.

Boyd Chamber hosts Annual Corn Feed and Street Dance

A great crowd was on hand Friday evening, August 15 for the annual Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance. Starting about 4pm, East Murray Street was closed off from North Adams Street to North Clark Street … more

By Kris Bremness | 8/20/25

Team Aubree - First Place. Shown above (front row, from left) are Gannon LeTendre, Tress Vojtasek, Ashton Kroeplin, Cory Bunnell, Derrick Romig, Griffin Kroeplin (back row) Steven Frankewicz, Marty Kroeplin, Logan Kroeplin, Donnie Kroeplin, and Dave Kroeplin.

5th Annual Team Aubree Softball Tournament Winners

Team Aubree first place Team Aubree - First Place. Shown above (front row, from left) are Gannon LeTendre, Tress Vojtasek, Ashton Kroeplin, Cory Bunnell, Derrick Romig, Griffin Kroeplin (back row) … more

8/13/25

Shoppers explore a variety of local vendors and food trucks at The Market at Broadway, held every other Thursday in the Broadway Boutique parking lot. Featured in the photo are Boone’s Co Farmstead, Whiskey River Metal Art, and Derks Farms Meats.

Community comes together at The Market at Broadway

The Market at Broadway brought local flavor and small business charm to the Broadway Boutique parking lot on Thursday, August 7. Held every other Thursday from 3 to 6:30 p.m., the market continues to … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/13/25

Newspaper staff enjoys free corn at last year’s Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance.

Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance August 15

The Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance is coming to Murray Street on Friday, August 15, along with Boyd area thrift sales. Sponsored by the Boyd Area Chamber of Commerce, this year’s Corn Feed and … more

By Joseph Back | 8/13/25

Getting the best seats in the park — creative fans set up chairs on top of their camper at Lotz Park to catch all the action during this weekend’s Boyd Little League Tournament.

Boyd Little League Tournament brings a weekend of softball and community spirit

Lotz Park was the heart of the action this past Friday through Sunday as the Boyd Little League Tournament welcomed teams, families, and fans for a sunny weekend packed with youth teeball and … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/6/25

Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance August 15

Mark your calendars! The Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance is coming to Murray Street on Friday, August 15. Sponsored by the Boyd Area Chamber of Commerce, this year’s Corn Feed and Street Dance … more

By Joseph Back | 8/6/25

The Stanley Lions Charcoal Chicken serving staff. Shown above from left to right are (front row) Dave Jankoski (back row) Dorothy Goodman, Dan Plombon, Betty Stopka, and Pat Jankoski.

Pictures from the 51st Annual Stanley Lions Watermelon Fest at Chapman Park

Photos by Joseph Back | 7/30/25

51st Annual Stanley Lions Watermelon Fest a success

The Stanley Lions held their 51 Annual Watermelon Fest Sunday, July 21 at Chapman Park in Stanley. Included in the day’s fun were a 5K Run walk, vendor booths, cake walk, prize raffle, cake … more

7/30/25

51st Annual Lions Watermelon Festival arrives in Chapman Park this Sunday

The 51st Annual Stanley Lions Clubs Watermelon Festival arrives July 27 in Chapman Park. Proceeds from the Watermelon Festival are used to support projects for the Stanley community. Among the many … more

7/23/25

44th Annual Otter Lake Booster Club Charcoal Chicken Dinner

IMG 0099 or IMG 0095 or IMG 01122: The pavilion and trees up at Otter Lake provided shade from the Sunday heat. Photo by Joseph Back. IMG 0100: $15 purchased a half chicken meal Sunday at Otter … more

7/23/25

Stanley Lions 51st Annual Watermelon Fest July 27

Mark your calendars if you haven’t already. The 51st Annual Stanley Lions Watermelon Fest is coming to Chapman Park Sunday July 27. With 51 years of watermelon based fun, this year’s … more

By Joseph Back | 7/16/25

Above, the Plombon Funeral Home as it appeared circa 1938. A history presentation marking 100 years of the Plombon Funeral Home will take place on Saturday, July 19 at the Stanley Area Historical Society.

Plombon Funeral Home marks 100 years

The Stanley Area Historical Society will host a free presentation on 100 years of the Plombon Funeral Home in Stanley Saturday, July 19 at 2:00 p.m. The only business to reach 100 years in Stanley, … more

By Joseph Back | 7/16/25

Brooke Smasal won the VFW/Legion Raffle for the second year in a row, taking home $585. Shown above from left are Joe Kiebles, Bruce Wozniak, Brooke Smasal, and Ben Niedzwiecki.

Independence Day Celebration

Sometimes it’s prudent to postpone a day—and sometimes the weatherman is right! Delayed for rain to Sunday, July 6 with the exception of bucket raffles at 5 p.m. Saturday in the community … more

By Joseph Back | 7/10/25

The Fourth Annual Independence Day Celebration is coming to Chapman Park on Saturday, July 5

Independence Day Celebration Saturday at Chapman

Twelve score and nine years ago, the Continental Congress of the United States drafted a Declaration of Independence at Philadelphia, started with an opening paragraph that inspired a nation, and the … more

By Joseph Back | 7/8/25

The Summer Theater participants at Stanley-Boyd.

Summer Theater at Stanley-Boyd June 27

Stanley-Boyd hosted Summer Theater Friday, June 27 in the elementary gym. Stanley-Boyd faculty members Louella Derrico and Kayleigh Steinmetz each worked with students for approximately two weeks to … more

By Joseph Back | 7/7/25

Boyd gears up for Little League, Fireworks, and Family Fun on July 3

Get ready for an unforgettable night of hometown fun and fireworks as the Boyd Little League Family Fun Night returns on July 3rd, packed with games, good eats, and a sky-lit finale that’s sure … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/7/25

Fourth Annual Independence Day Celebration Saturday, July 5

Looking for something to do next weekend? The Fourth Annual Stanley Independence Day Celebration is coming to Chapman Park on Saturday July 5. Started by Tom Larson of Reclaimed Tavern and now with … more

By Joseph Back | 6/25/25

Randy Peterson captivated young readers by demonstrating the monarch butterfly’s life cycle using props he crafted himself.

Children’s performer Randy Peterson brings music and Monarchs to Stanley

Photo by Danielle Boos Randy Peterson captivated young readers by demonstrating the monarch butterfly’s life cycle using props he crafted himself. Photo: randypeterson.jpg Photo by … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/25/25