The Ninth Annual Break the Chains Festival will be held 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday on the Port Allegany Town Square. The BTC Festival brings awareness to all and hope to survivors of addictions, depression and self-harm. If you or a loved one struggle in these areas, consider stopping by the family-friendly event. There will be live music throughout the day, food booths, games and activities for the kids, information booths and local vendors, as well as a candlelight prayer vigil. BTC Board members shown are Trudi Bowser, Lynn Keck, Macie Delahoy, Amanda Miles-Rudolph and Parker Rudolph. For more information, visit breakthechainscoalition.com.