Category Archives: Local News

Westmoreland County Coroner Tim Carson has confirmed that the Unity woman who fell through a sinkhole has died. WTAE-TV Reports that the body of Elizabeth Pollard was found this morning after crews se...

The Westmoreland Cultural Trust has an amazing line up at the Palace Theatre during the holidays, including a performance by the Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra. It's a preview you don't want to miss ...

A number of events to kick off the holiday season are happening in New Kensington this weekend. The city's tree lighting is planned for 5:30 this evening near the clock at Ninth Street and Fourth Aven...

Citizens in Upper Burrell Township will pay a bit more in fire hydrant fees next year. The Trib reports that this is part of the 2025 budget. Property taxes held steady, but the hydrant fee went up by...

A man convicted of stalking is back behind bars after he showed up at the victim's home one day after his sentencing hearing. The Trib reports that 43-year-old Anthony Carpenter was seen back at the h...

The family of a woman who fell into a sinkhole in Unity Township earlier this week is holding out hope that she may still be alive. The Trib reports that the family of Elizabeth Pollard spoke with the...

The search is set to continue this morning for the Unity woman who likely fell into a mine. State police say crews used an excavator to get close to the spot where they believe 64-year-old Elizabeth P...

The 20th annual Irwin Christmas Cookie Tour is planned for tomorrow. It's happening downtown from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be horse and carriage rides, free cookies handed out at stores, and visits with...

Officials in Westmoreland County are getting pay raises again in 2025. County commissioners and row officers will see a roughly three-point-four percent salary bump in January, essentially the same ra...

Billing changes for garbage and stormwater fees are coming next month for residents in Plum. At the start of the new year, the monthly bills that were sent out by the Plum Borough Municipal Authority ...