Category Archives: Local News

The legalization of marijuana for recreational purposes could get a look at the state level. Governor Josh Shapiro has called on lawmakers to enact legislation to that effect. With Democrats in charge...

The CEO of the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is scheduled to make public remarks today about the deaths of five animals in the zoo's care in recent months. In the last seven months, the zoo has reported t...

The Bushy Run Battlefield and Museum is hosting an event to mark the founding of Pennsylvania. A free Charter Day celebration is planned for March tenth. Guests will be able to see the historic site a...

Trainers with Seton Hill were honored this past weekend for saving the life of a man who suffered a major heart attack. The Trib reports that 72-year-old John Palumbo suffered what officials described...

Derry Borough Officials are looking at upgrades to the community swimming pool. The Trib reports that the borough is planning to add a second pavillion at the pool on East Third Street rec facility an...

The community of Carbon held a special ceremony yesterday to honor those from the 14th Quartermaster unit of the Army Reserve who were killed in 1991 in a scud missile attack in Saudi Arabia. The Trib...

Lane restrictions on I-70 have been extended through Friday. The Trib reports that the single lane restrictions on Eastbound and Westbound I-70 in Rostraver will be from 6 AM to 6 PM each day. The eas...

Dick's Sporting Goods plans to move into the former Sears at Westmoreland Mall, according to Transformco Properties, the company that controls the property. The deal was closed on Tuesday, when a leas...

Wesley Family Services is expected to save thousands of dollars per year through a renewable energy project in New Kensington. The company has had a solar panel system installed at their Pioneer Apart...

The Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County is investing $1 million to remove lead water pipes in the Vandegrift and Leechburg areas. The Trib reports that the $1 million comes from a state grant f...