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From the Newsroom: Ponderosa's last frontier in Pennsylvania
This week’s episode feature reporter Joyce Hanz joining Zac Gibson to dive into the nostalgia and loyalty surrounding the last Ponderosa Steakhouse in Pennsylvania. Butler County has one of the last of 16 Ponderosa restaurants left. It is located in Center township. Visitors travel from New York ,Virginia, Ohio and Erie to get a taste of the western-themed buffet.
Southern Armstrong Regional police add e-bikes for trail patrols, events
New trails in the Alle-Kiski Valley mean new areas for police to patrol. The Southern Armstrong Regional Police Department added two electric bikes to its vehicle fleet in mid-April, weeks after the opening of a 10-mile trail section that runs through Ford City and Gilpin. The department purchased them from...
Former firefighter pleads guilty to arsons in Arnold, New Kensington
Marilyn Bischof said she still doesn’t understand why her grandson burned down her Arnold home last fall. “I just want my grandson to know I am fine and I will get through this. I want him to get help, and I am glad he came forward and took the blame for this,” she testified Wednesday during a hearing in which her grandson pleaded guilty to the Oct. 1 arson of her Leishman Avenue home.
Avonworth wins section with shutout of Freeport
The Avonworth softball team came into Wednesday’s Section 1-3A matchup against Freeport at Freeport Community Park in control of its own destiny to claim another outright section championship. A win over the Yellowjackets was all that was needed. And the Antelopes got what they were looking for. Led by...
Fish and Boat Commission Announces Awards for Outstanding Achievements in Law Enforcement
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A Lifesaving Award was presented to WCO Logan Opfer, whose district includes western Armstrong County, as the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) announced several awards in recognition of outstanding achievements in law enforcement. Awards were presented during the PFBC Board of Commissioners quarterly business meeting...
Vandergrift woman to serve probation for theft from roommate
A Vandergrift woman was ordered to serve five years on probation for her role in the theft of more than $30,000 from a roommate over a two-year period that ended in April 2022. Rebecca Lynn Hubert, 56, pleaded guilty to charges of theft and receiving stolen property as part of...
New Bethlehem shop serving up protein-packed doughnuts, waffles, shakes and more
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - A new Lehigh Valley eatery is helping people make healthful decisions without sacrificing tasty food and drinks. Mega Nutrition, offering clean-energy drinks and protein-rich items such as crepes, doughnuts, waffles and shakes, held a soft opening about a month ago at 746 Main St. in Bethlehem. The...
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