Category Archives: Local News

Flags were at half-staff across Pennsylvania this past weekend to honor firefighters that were killed in the line of duty. Governor Josh Shapiro ordered the U.S. and Commonwealth flags to fly at half-...

The REAL ID deadline is fast approaching. The Trump administration says all states will need to comply by the Wednesday deadline. REAL ID is an enhanced security driver's license that will be needed t...

The Westmoreland County Historical Society has a new leader. The Trib reports that 45-year-old Angela Jackson will take over the society after having been the executive director and marketing director...

A member of the Ligonier Valley School Board has died. The Trib reports that 54-year-old Joseph Vella passed away suddenly. The cause of death has yet to be determined. Outside of his work with the sc...

Derry Fire Department, Friends of Derry and the Chestnut Ridge and the American Red Cross will team up to install smoke alarms this Saturday. The Trib reports that residents can call 833-315-0882 or s...

An Indiana company is recalling tomatoes sold by Gordon Food Service stores in Pennsylvania and at least ten other states due to a risk of salmonella. The FDA issued an alert for the produce distribut...

Two people who have been allegedly defrauded by an area funeral home director have filed a class action lawsuit seeking monetary damages. The Trib reports that Patrick Vereb, who ran funeral homes in ...

Utility crews are almost done with their work on restoring power in Westmoreland County. West Penn Power says that even after yesterday's severe storms, 882 of its customers are without power. New Ken...

Dr. Ryan Flanigan, Foot and Ankle Surgeon for Independence Health System, talks with host Jennifer Miele about the injuries and innovative treatments for people of all ages. Listen to Westmoreland Com...

The number of highway traffic fatalities in Pennsylvania last year was one of the lowest on record. PennDOT says 1,127 people were killed in highway crashes in 2024, which is the second-lowest total s...