Category Archives: Local News
PA. TURNPIKE BRIDGE IN NORTH HUNTINGDON SAFE FOR TRAFFIC AFTER STRIKE BY TRUCK, OFFICIAL SAYS
No structural damage was reported after a truck hit the bottom of a turnpike overpass on Route 30 near the Irwin interchange in North Huntingdon. The Trib reports that the crash happened at 8:30 AM. T...
Aug 18, 2023
WESTMORELAND COMMISSIONERS SETTLE JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER DISCRIMINATION LAWSUIT
Westmoreland County Commissioners approved paying $90,000 to the deputy director of the juvenile detention center to end a federal discrimination lawsuit. The Trib reports that Commissioners Sean Kert...
Aug 18, 2023
ANIMALS RESCUED FROM DEPLORABLE CONDITIONS IN JEANNETTE
Nearly 80 animals were rescued after they were found in deplorable living conditions in Jeannette. WPXI-TV reports that the animals were rescued Monday night by Ninth Life Rescue Center and All But Fu...
Aug 17, 2023
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
Aug 16, 2023
