Teachers at the Forbes Road Career and Technology Center in Monroeville are set to walk off the job soon. The local teachers union has authorized a strike to begin on December 1st unless a new labor agreement is reached. The teachers want increased pay and have been without a valid contract since the end of June.

The Railcar caravan to collect toys for Toys for Tots will be held this weekend. The Trib reports that the annual run will go from East Huntingdon to Hempfield starting at 8:00 AM Saturday and making numerous stops along the way. Members of the North American Railcar Operators Association direct all of the donations ...

The Saint Vincent College Center for Catholic Thought and Culture will host a discussion on the implications of artificial intelligence at their conference later this week. The Trib reports that the two-day conference will be guided by Pope Leo the 16ths recent cyclical "Magnifica Humanitas"and focus on the &...

The Arnold Palmer Regional Airport says they will soon be hiring. Breeze Airways will begin offering direct flights to Myrtle Beach and Orlando next year. Airport executive director Moe Haas says that at least 14 new part-time positions will need to be filled to help service those flights.

The case against a Pittsburgh man charged following a New Kensington fire is moving forward. The blaze at a two-family duplex near the corner of Freeport Road and McCargo Street happened in March of this year. The fire forced a family of six out of their home in the middle of the night to escape the flames. Charges aga...

President Trump is honoring Veterans Day today with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery. He's expected to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and deliver remarks during an official ceremony.

Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman says he's backing Chuck Schumer as the next Senate Majority Leader. Fetterman told reporters that he "absolutely" stands with Schumer as a growing number of current and incoming Dem Senators say it's time for new leadership. Vermont's Bernie Sanders and Michiga...

Hempfield High School has pushed back the formal launch date for its A.I.-driven weapons detection system. The Trib reports that CurvePoint CEO Skip Smith said they are working through environmental challenges with their system to detect concealed weapons using wi-fi signals. Smith said that "The environmental c...

Earlier this week a jury awarded $7.1 million in damages to a Jeannette man in a medical malpractice suit involving Westmoreland Hospital. The Trib reports the jury ruled that Shane Steiner received faulty care following a heart attack in 2021. The lawsuit alleged an incorrectly implanted and monitored leg catheter c...

Greensburg City Council approved advertising the 2027 city budget. The Trib reports that the proposed $14 million budget does not include an increase in property taxes. Councilman Randy Finfrock says that may not be a good idea if the city's assessed value decreases by $1.5 million, which means less in property tax r...

A former Scottdale day care center worker was ordered this week to serve two years of probation for assaulting a child in her care. The Trib reports that 59-year-old Krista Ondish of Madison entered a guilty plea to child endangerment and simple assault in connections with an incident in September of 2025 where she us...

The measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has surpassed 15-hundred cases. Health officials say there have been 15-hundred and five cases of measles in the state this year as of Monday. The Pennsylvania Department of Health has confirmed six measles-associated deaths. About of the third of the cases are in Lancaster Count...

A Jeannette mansion is set to be demolished. The Trib reports that the building that served as the Trinity Haven Personal Care Home on North First Street has been deemed no longer suitable for habitation and a public nuisance. The current property owner, Damon Pitts of DP 7 Day Service, agreed with the ruling saying ...

A retired Ukrainian Catholic Priest charged with stealing nearly $740,000 in church funds has been allowed to move to Florida ahead of his trial in Westmoreland County Court. The Trib reports that modified bail for Gregory Madeya was approved. He faces 10 felony counts including financial exploitation of an older adu...

A North Versailles man was arraigned on Monday in connection with an impaired driving crash that seriously injured one person in April. The Trib reports that the crash was reported at 7:15 AM on April 19th on Pleasant Valley Road. Police say that a car driven by Anthony Little crossed the center line and hit another ...

The lawyer for a Delmont man who testified against his wife at her murder trial earlier this year said that his client is still awaiting a plea bargain. The Trib reports that at a hearing on Monday, Defense Attorney Ken Noga said his client, Jacob Maloberti, has yet to receive a formal offer that could resolve the cas...

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro says Democratic Senator John Fetterman must regain voters' trust if wants to keep his seat. Shapiro told NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sunday he expects Fetterman will face a "robust" primary challenge in 2028, and the first-term Senator "has a lot of work to do&...

The PA Turnpike is getting ready to start using it's gantry system in January. The Trib reports that the turnpike commission has been developing open-road tolling since 2010 and a pilot gantry on a bridge on the Delaware Road in Bucks County in 2016 before committing to the whole system. Nineteen gantries have been a...

The Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County has implemented a new billing system that will offer enhanced security. The Trib reports that the customers will see the change in the next quarterly bills as the bills will now arrive in envelopes instead of postcards. Those bills will include information customers need...

A fire destroyed a pool house in Claridge over the weekend. WTAE-TV reports that fire crews were called out just after 5:00 AM Sunday to the house in the 2000 block of Rivendell Court. The fire was visible from the fire station. No injuries were reported. Cfrews were on the scene for about 3 hours.

A Rector woman is charged with stealing jewelry from two residents of a senior citizens home in Ligonier Township that she worked for. The Trib reports that 30-year-old Kylie Ezykowsky stole the items from residents at Concordia at Bethlen on Carey School Road. The DA's office said police found the items were sold in...

A Trafford man was sentenced for assaulting a woman he paid for sex in Penn Township. The Trib reports that 58-year-old Paul Zagowski was convicted of simple assault, harassment and unlawful restraint for the incident in August of 2024. Prosecutors said he picked up the victim in Pittsburgh, paid her $150 to have sex...

Penn State is facing a lawsuit from the Trump Administration over a policy allowing some undocumented students to receive in-state tuition. The Department of Justice claims the university is ignoring a mandate from Congress that prohibits any tuition benefits to undocumented students unless those same benefits are mad...

The Westmoreland County Development Authority will assist a proposed asphalt plant in East Huntingdon as they get $10 million in bond financing. The Trib reports that the board will enter into an agreement with Wells Fargo Equipment Finance at the request of Sand Hill Materials. The controversial project has drawn co...

About 60 Saint Vincent College students are being moved out of their dorm rooms because of moisture problems. The Trib reports that severe weather in September caused roof leaks at Saint Benedict Hall in Unity Township. While the roof has been repaired, students reported moisture issues in October, prompting testing a...

Police have identified two people killed in a crash in Hempfield Wednesday night. The Trib reports that 23-year-old Ashton Steedle of Rostraver and 20-year-old Brody Kimmel of West Newton died of injuries sustained in the crash and subsequent fire in the area of the Route 136 overpass at the PA Turnpike. State police...

Westmoreland County Detectives have arrested a man in connection with the stabbing death of Lottie Jo Gunn in 1985. The Trib reports that detectives took 61-year-old James Kruczek of West Mifflin into custody yesterday afternoon, according to Westmoreland County District Attorney Nicole Ziccarelli. Police found Gunn ...

Another measles-associated death is being reported in Pennsylvania. State health officials announced a death in Jefferson County in their measles outbreak update on Wednesday. It's the sixth measles-associated death confirmed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. The department says it is aware of another report...

Governor Josh Shapiro says he has a "mandate" after Democrats won majorities in both the Pennsylvania State House and Senate. Pennsylvania Dems took the State Senate for the first time since 1994 and expanded their majority in the State House on Tuesday as part of a nationwide "blue wave." Governo...

The FBI has linked a Connecticut man with inappropriate images that were created with images taken from the Penn-Trafford school district website. The Trib reports 17 families were affected when the images were used to create explicit content. The FBI has tied the explicit images to Stephen Dickson, 47, of Colchester...

The state supreme court has put the law license of a Greensburg attorney charged with stealing $98,000 from a client into inactive status. The Trib reports that on Tuesday, the state supreme court ordered Ashley Lovelace prepare a list of client names and addresses. That list should also include dates, amounts and ci...

Westmoreland County Commissioners have approved capping future pay raises for county officials at 2.75%. The Trib reports that the resolution approved at a special meeting last night abolishes the system that tied pay raises to the consumer price index for Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and New Jersey. Pay raise ca...

Two people died in a fiery crash in Hempfield last night. The Trib reports that a van crashed in the area of the Route 136 overpass at the PA Turnpike. A Westmoreland County 911 supervisor said two people were in the vehicle that left Route 136 near the overpass, before crashing into one of the overpass supports alon...

Greensburg Police are looking three people who robbed a convenience store last week. Police said in a post on Facebook that the robbery happened on October 28th shortly after 2:00 AM at the GetGo in Greensburg. No other details on the theft have been released, but if you have any information, call Detective Garret Mc...

The Sia Center in Vandergrift is looking for support for the community in hosting a free Thanksgiving dinner this year. Donations of food and volunteer help is needed to serve the meal on November 26th. Requested food items include boxed stuffing, butter, milk, turkeys, and potatoes. Folks who want more information ...

Accessibility upgrades at the Amtrak station in Latrobe are now a year behind schedule. The Trib reports the project will not be finished until Fall of 2027. Amtrak blames the delay on the nearby active Norfolk Southern Railroad Tracks, forcing crews to move equipment as trains approach. The upgrades include a new c...

The FBI is investigating an incident of explicit images created from Penn-Trafford School District Photos. The Trib reports 18 families were targeted after student photos were taken from the district website. The topic came up at a recent school board meeting where parents were looking for answers. District Solicito...

A homicide charge was filed against a suspect in a deadly shooting in Murrysville. The Trib reports 42-year-old Nelson Hill is charged in connection with the death of Adam Carter, who was found shot in a car on Sardis Road on October 25th and died later at a hospital. The two were joined by others in visiting several...

Greensburg City officials are planning to introduce a revamped zoning ordinance soon. The Trib reports the process started in February of 2025. The goal of the rezoning was to better reflect Greensburg's layout, provide continuity with rules in neighboring municipalities, and help turn the city into an 18-hour busine...

Voters in Greensburg were split on four proposed amendments to the city's Home Rule charter. The Trib reports that Greensburg voters opposed removing residency requirements for top officials but supported updates to fire department language and contract bidding limits. All election results are unofficial until votes ...

In the State House races in Westmoreland County, Eric Nelson beat Rob Francis for the 57th district seat. Eric Davanzo beat Cherri Rogers for the 58th district, Leslie Rossi beat Jordon Omlor for the 59th district. Abby Major was re-elected to the 60th district seat over Dustin Dorn, In the 55th district, Jill Cooper...

In the US Congress races, Summer Lee won the 12th district seat, gaining most of her votes in Allegheny County. In Westmoreland County, her opponent, James Hayes, had just over 60% of the vote. In the 14th District, Guy Reschenthaler swept each area, including 55% of the vote in Westmoreland County. Pat Stefano won ...

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro will serve a second term in office. NBC News and The Associated Press called the PA Governor's race one minute after the polls closed in the state. After another half-hour, his Republican opponent Stacy Garrity announced she had conceded the election. In Westmoreland County, Garrit...

State police have charged a man with arson for setting fire to the Knights Inn in South Greensburg over the weekend. The Trib reports that a witness notified troopers about a fire he put out in room 247 of the motel around 1:40 PM Saturday. The witness said they saw 49-year-old Scott Robertson was in the room watchin...

Penn Trafford School Board has tabled a vote on advertising a public hearing surrounding a recent proposal to close one of the schools. The Trib reports that two plans that have been discussed include the closure of McCullough elementary while a third would close Level Green instead. Dozens of residents say any poten...

The Westmoreland County Commissioners and Sheriff James Albert both claimed victory after a lawsuit concerning GPS tracking devices in vehicles was dismissed. The Trib reports Judge Harry Smail, Jr. dismissed the case, saying the Sheriff's lawsuit was moot. Albert claimed the policy usurped his ability as an elected ...

Today is the general election, and voters will head to the polls between 7 AM and 8 PM. On the ballot this year is the Governor's race between the incumbent Democrat, Josh Shapiro, Republican Challenger Stacy Garrity and Liberterian Ken Krawchuck. Seats in the US Congress are also up for election, including the 12th ...

The Hempfield School District is trying to sell a house it acquired from the township about two years ago. The Trib reports that the district purchased 18 acres of land in January of 2024 for $430,000 that included a home off Route 136 on Sterling Run Lane. The district subdivided the land in March 2025, leaving the ...

Monroeville has received a federal grant for the redesign of a dangerous intersection that has been confusing for motorists looking for the entrance to Forbes Regional Hospital and the Gateway High School complex. The grant totals three-point-three million dollars. Mayor Dennis Biondo says the hospital has been the m...

A Court hearing is scheduled today between the Westmoreland County Commissioners and Sheriff James Albert. The Trib reports that the hearing today will focus on a county fleet policy put in place in 2024. Sheriff Albert objects to GPS trackers being placed on county vehicles, saying it violates his autonomy as an ind...