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Grieving company of 3 construction workers killed given flexibility on I-83 work: PennDOT
In the wake of an Interstate 83 crash that killed three construction workers last week, the state Department of Transportation is giving the contractor some time to resume the crack-sealing operation on the highway. PennDOT District 8 Executive Kevin Keefe told the York Area Metropolitan Planning Organization on Thursday that...
Leeper Man Accused of Strangling Woman, Threatening to Kill Her During Domestic Dispute Due in Court on Tuesday
FARMINGTON TWP., Pa. (EYT) – A hearing for a local man accused of choking a woman and threatening to kill her with a knife during a domestic incident in Farmington Township, is scheduled for Tuesday morning. According to court documents, a preliminary hearing for 47-year-old Jeffrey Allan Whitney, of...
Berlin Brothersvalley freshman earns PA Sports Writers Class 1A all-state award
Berlin Brothersvalley freshman guard Coral Prosser has been fortunate to play alongside some incredibly talented teammates on her SLAAM travel basketball squad. While many athletes and coaches on the travel circuit know of Prosser's capabilities, some people in Somerset County didn't even understand just how skilled she is. Prosser displayed her gritty and...
Inmate sentenced in death of another inmate at Hazelton Prison
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Stephen C. Crawford, age 45, an inmate formerly housed at United States Penitentiary Hazelton, was sentenced today to 188 months in prison for the death of a fellow inmate. The Department of Justice said Crawford was found guilty by a jury of assault of voluntary manslaughter,...
Meyersdale seeking ultimate prize in last hurrah with talented senior class
MEYERSDALE — The Meyersdale softball team has captured five straight WestPAC crowns and three consecutive District 5 Class 1A titles. The only thing missing from its resume is a PIAA championship. With a roster loaded with talent and veteran experience, Meyersdale showed its might in a 13-6 Inter-County Conference win over Berlin Brothersvalley...
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