Category Archives: Local News

GOVERNOR SHAPIRO STUMPING FOR HARRIS
Governor Josh Shapiro is stumping for presumptive Democrat presidential nominee Kamala Harris. The governor joined members of the Harris campaign team for a rally at Rendezvous Run Farm in Carlisle on...
Cindy Perino Jul 29, 2024

TRUMP CAMPAIGN RALLY IN HARRISBURG THIS WEEK
Details are coming together for a Donald Trump campaign rally this week in Harrisburg. The Republican presidential nominee's event is scheduled for Wednesday evening at the New Holland Arena. The rall...
Cindy Perino Jul 29, 2024

SCAMMERS TRYING TO MAKE MONEY OFF OF COREY COMPERATORE'S DEATH
Loved ones of Corey Comperatore say there are scammers out there trying to make money off of his tragic death. Comperatore's sister, Kelly, told KDKA-TV that they have seen fraudulent posts on social ...
Cindy Perino Jul 29, 2024

PET SUPPLY DONATION DRIVE AT TRAINING CAMP THIS WEDNESDAY
The Steelers are inviting Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh to join them for a pet supply donation drive during their training camp this week. It's happening on Wednesday at the Saint Vincent College...
Cindy Perino Jul 29, 2024

SENATOR FETTERMAN TESTS POSITIVE FOR COVID
Senator John Fetterman has tested positive for Covid-19. In a post on X, he said he contracted Covid-19 after a busy week in Washington, DC. He is experiencing mild symptoms and is grateful that he wa...
Cindy Perino Jul 29, 2024

LEECHBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT LOOKS AT POSSIBLE LAWSUITS
Officials in the Leechburg School District are looking at possibly suing Westmoreland County and possibly the State Department of Education. The Trib reports that the lawsuit would be aimed at bringin...
Cindy Perino Jul 29, 2024

JEANNETTE FIREFIGHTERS INSTALL FREE SMOKE DETECTORS
Firefighters in Jeannette were at work on Saturday installing free smoke detectors in about 25 homes. The Trib reports that the effort was through a partnership of the fire department, Jeannette City ...
Cindy Perino Jul 29, 2024

BURNING BAN IN UNITY TOWNSHIP
Unity Township Supervisors and the Township fire bureau have put a burning ban in place until further notice. The Trib reports that this is due to a lack of rain and the heightened risk of a potential...
Cindy Perino Jul 29, 2024

THIS SUNDAY ON WESTMORELAND COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS: PATRIOT PURSUIT
Patriot Pursuit is an organization committed to providing outdoor opportunities to those men and women who have dedicated their lives to serving our country. Hear about their remarkable efforts on the...
Cindy Perino Jul 26, 2024

DERRY BOROUGH COUNCIL LOOKING FOR PORTRAYER OF BIGFOOT
The Derry Borough Council is looking for someone who is over six feet tall to serve as their resident "Bigfoot". The council has established a committee that is centered on boosting tourism based on t...
Cindy Perino Jul 26, 2024