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Ligonier Township residents seek DEP aid on water concerns
After recently replacing the liner in her swimming pool, Ligonier Township resident Terri A. Hughes wants more answers from the state Department of Environmental Protection.
Downhill derring-do: 'Look out world,' derby driver boasts
Two cars come out of the gate at Sharon's first Super Kids Classic soapbox derby race.
Fire destroys home in Fayette County
A fire of undetermined cause destroyed a Fayette County home Monday morning. North Union Volunteer Fire Department Chief Robert Mankovich said numerous county companies responded to the 7:30 a.m. blaze at 557 ...
Ligonier Township supervisors release firms from insurance
Ligonier Township supervisors on Tuesday voted to release two companies from insurance policies protecting the municipality from potential damages to four roads in line with recently-completed work.
Faith, joy key for Golden Apple winner
St. Joseph Elementary School pre-kindergarten teacher Marie Bair, shown last week in her classroom, is one of seven Catholic school teachers to win a Golden Apple award from the Roman Catholic Diocese of ...
Windber native to show art during Miner's Memorial Day Weekend
This Windber Area Museum and the Coal Heritage Center in Windber will be showcasing the work of hometown artist Tom Antonishak during this year's Miners' Memorial Day Weekend, scheduled for June 13-15. ...
Former Westmoreland County mail carrier indicted
A former Westmoreland County mail carrier, who was acquitted last year on kidnapping and rape charges, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly misappropriating postal funds.
Grants give shot in arm to area tourism
A few years ago, members of the Scottdale Historical Society found themselves owners of the Loucks House, a vacant but historic building.
Suspect in armed robbery spree extradited from Ohio
A Youngstown man charged with three armed robberies in Hermitage has been extradited from Trumbull County and was arraigned Wednesday.
Fairfield man killed after truck strikes car
A Westmoreland County man was killed yesterday afternoon when his car was hit by a tri-axle truck.
Mock faces new theft charges, total reaches 35
Hermitage police have charged a Youngstown man with breaking into six businesses on July 16. via The Herald
Hit-and-run arrest made in van-buggy crash
A Pymatuning Township man cited repeatedly for driving on a suspended license over the past eight years is in jail after state police charged him with a hit-and-run crash with an Amish buggy Monday that left ... via The Herald
Denis Theatre ready for next act in Mt. Lebanon, $3M renovation plan unveiled
“There will be a lot more activity along the street. It'll be a destination that's an impetus for economic growth.”
The Denis Theatre Foundation has launched a $3 million fundraising campaign to revive a much-beloved landmark located along Mt. via POP City
A Pennsylvanian shouldn't drive into Ohio. It's such a letdown to come back. By turnpike we're talking. via PittsburghLIVE.com
Vincentian drops Bishop Canevin
Trish Melvin led the way for Class A No. 2 Vincentian, allowing just one run on four hits in a 10-1 win over fourth-ranked Bishop Canevin in a Section 3 matchup. via PittsburghLIVE.com
Starting in May, Sharon sewer bills to be sent monthly
Starting in May, Sharon property owners will get monthly sewer bills. The Sanitary Authority voted 3-2 Tuesday to contract with Aqua Pennsylvania, the city's water provider, to send consumption-based monthly ... via The Herald
News Briefs from April 15, 2008
The date of the April business meeting of Brookfield's board of education has been changed. via The Herald
Diversions from April 10, 2008
Ticketmaster events are sold at Macy's and Giant Eagle, both in Hermitage; ticketmaster.com; and at 330-747-1212. Art * "Ticking Crocs and Fairy Dust: Youthful Visions and the Art of Peter Pan" is on display ... via The Herald
Turnpike reopened after crash near Cranberry
A stretch of the Pennsylvania Turnpike was closed for five hours after three tractor trailers collided in the road's westbound lanes, leaving one man injured. via Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Irish pair to be honored by Order of Hibernians
A pair of local residents will be recognized for their heritage during a banquet Wednesday in Jess's Restaurant, Hermitage. via The Herald