Category Archives: Local News

CHARITY RIDE THIS SATURDAY IN MEMORY OF FALLEN POLICE OFFICER
A charity motorcycle ride in memory of Officer Bryan Shaw is expected to become one of the biggest charity rides this year. The Trib reports that more than 800 riders are expected to take part in Satu...
John Smathers Aug 17, 2023

LATROBE COUNCIL MEMBERS APPROVE NEW CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Latrobe City Council has hired a new city code enforcement officer. The Trib reports that 52-year-old Daniel Weimer of Ligonier was hired at a salary of $55,000 a year. He replaces Jim Nieusma, who re...
John Smathers Aug 17, 2023

LATROBE MUNICIPAL BUILDING UNDERGOING RENOVATION
Latrobe's municipal building is being renovated to make operations more efficient. The Trib reports that the work was prompted by aging computer equipment and a need for space. That need was fulfilled...
John Smathers Aug 17, 2023

WESTMORELAND OFFICIALS DEDICATE RECONSTRUCTED PLAZA AT COURTHOUSE
Westmoreland County officials and guests were on hand for the dedication of the newly renovated plaza at the county courthouse. The Trib reports that the new plaza will once again serve as the gateway...
John Smathers Aug 17, 2023

PRAYER SERVICE HELD FOR VICTIMS OF PLUM HOUSE EXPLOSION
The Plum community is still attempting to process the tragic loss of five victims following the house explosion in the Rustic Ridge neighborhood this past weekend. A prayer service was held at Saint J...
John Smathers Aug 16, 2023

GREENSBURG MAN CHARGED WITH MEAT CLEAVER ATTACK
A Greensburg man is facing charges for allegedly attacking another individual with a meat cleaver. Police were dispatched to a home on North Main Street Monday on reports of the incident. Authorities ...
John Smathers Aug 16, 2023

IRWIN FIREFIGHTERS TO RECEIVE INSURANCE MONEY FOR DAMAGED NEW EQUIPMENT
Firefighters in Irwin will see some insurance money to help pay for new equipment after theirs was damaged in a house fire in June. The Trib reports that over $35,000 worth of equipment was damaged or...
John Smathers Aug 16, 2023

AMAZON TO USE WAREHOUSE IN NEW STANTON
Amazon has confirmed that they are using the 1-million square foot warehouse being built in New Stanton. The Trib reports that confirmation came from Amazon spokesperson Sam Fisher on Tuesday. Amazon'...
John Smathers Aug 16, 2023

TRAFFIC INTERRUPTIONS EXPECTED ON PORTION OF ROUTE 981
Traffic interruptions are expected today on Route 981 in Mt. Pleasant Township ahead of a closure that starts on Thursday. The Trib reports that road will be closed from Boyer Road south to Fiedors Gr...
John Smathers Aug 16, 2023

HEARING HELD FOR DELMONT COUPLE CHARGED IN ADOPTED SON'S DEATH
A preliminary hearing was held yesterday for two people charged with the death of their adoptive child in early February. The Trib reports that Lauren and Jacob Maloberti of Delmont were ordered to st...
John Smathers Aug 16, 2023