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Pennsylvania, Ohio residents affected by East Palestine derailment say needs still not being met
Despite the size of the settlements, some residents in Pennsylvania and Ohio say the two agreements do not begin to cover their past and ongoing costs related to the derailment, like prescription medications, environmental cleaning, testing fees and relocation expenses. The post Pennsylvania, Ohio residents affected by East Palestine derailment say needs still not being met appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato says Republican Chair DeMarco shared "misinformation" about homeless housing plan
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato responded to public criticism from county Republican Committee Chairman Sam DeMarco about her new housing program which is meant to help the homeless, saying he was spreading misinformation online. Her goal is to make 500 units available in 500 days to those who are living in shelters or who are homeless.Councilman DeMarco, who shared his views on X (formerly Twitter) the day after the program was announced, said he was concerned about the potential for seniors to be limited in their ability to access affordable housing."I am very concerned about the County Executive's...
Pennsylvania technical school closing after 80 years
After 80 years in operation, Triangle Tech, a Pittsburgh-based school with six locations including in DuBois, announced that it’s closing. In a news release, the technical school pointed to the COVID pandemic, changes in the industry, government regulations and declining enrollments. About 20 of the school’s remaining 110 staff...
PennDOT opens new driver's license center in Chippewa Twp.
CHIPPEWA TWP. ― A new driver's license and REAL ID center for Beaver County is opening Tuesday, just a few doors away from the previous center in Chippewa Plaza. PennDOT announced in a release that the address will remain unchanged for the center at 2580 Constitution Blvd. in Chippewa Township and offers a large parking area and free wi-fi for its customers. Hours of operation for the new facility also will remain the same, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Closures and lane restrictions to be put in place on two heavily traveled Pittsburgh bridges beginning this week
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Inspection and work will begin on two heavily traveled bridges in the Pittsburgh area soon. First, overnight inspection work will begin on the Fort Pitt Bridge tonight. The work will require a single-lane restriction on the lower deck of the bridge and that work will take place through Thursday night from 8 p.m. until 5 a.m. Associated on and off-ramps may have minor lane restrictions, but the bridge will remain open at all times throughout. Also, beginning on Monday, June 17, drivers who use the Rankin Bridge will need to be aware of a closure. The ramp between South Braddock Avenue and Kenmawr/Braddock Avenue will shut down. Kenmawr Avenue will be reduced to a single lane in each direction between Carrie Furnace Boulevard and Braddock Avenue. That work, and the closures, are expected to be finished in December.
Beaver main drive to be restricted
BEAVER ― PennDOT has announced lane restrictions on Third Street in the Beaver will start Monday, weather permitting. Lane restrictions will occur on Route 68 at the East End Avenue intersection on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through mid-July. Crews from Team Fishel will conduct gas line work for Columbia Gas. This article originally appeared on Beaver County Times: Beaver main drive to be restricted
"Emergency utility work" concludes on Parkway East, both lanes no longer closed
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — PennDOT has resumed planned weekend restrictions for sections of the Parkway East after "emergency utility work" closed the road in both directions. On Friday night, Interstate 376 was closed in both directions between the Penn Hills interchange (Exit 81) and Plum (Exit 84B) for the work. After about 90 minutes, PennDOT said crews set up the planned weekend restrictions. Click here to read more about those restrictions.
Hancock County Animal Shelter to Host Rabies and Microchip Clinic on June 7
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Hancock County Animal Shelter is hosting a Rabies and Microchip Clinic on Friday, June 7. Pet parents can bring their fur babies to the Hancock County Dog Park from 4-6:30 p.m. The Rabies Vaccine is $15, the License fee is $3, and the Microchip with Registration is $20, but […]
Pittsburgh Pirates host clinic for veterans, active-duty military service members
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Before their game on Sunday, the Pirates hosted a clinic for veterans and active-duty military service men and women on the North Shore.Dozens showed up with their families to take part in batting practice and catch some fly balls on the perfectly manicured outfield.Team officials say it is the least they can do to give back to those who've served our country."This is a great event for us. To be able to not only support the military throughout the course of the entire year but also bring them out and have a fun event here at PNC Park. It's a lot of fun for all these military men and women [and we're] really excited to be able to provide this type of event for them," said team president Travis Williams.After the clinic, they were treated to brunch and given tickets to the game.
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