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Cambria County Olympian Dan Barefoot back in training, chasing next Winter Games

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — After competing on the Olympic stage in Milan Cortina, Johnstown-area native Dan Barefoot is back in training — and already working toward the next four-year Olympic cycle — but the cost of staying competitive remains a major hurdle. Barefoot finished 20th in...

Johnstown, PA · 2d
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Pennsylvania’s Historic Hillside Railway Welcomes Passengers Again After a Major Restoration

Imagine climbing a mountainside aboard a historic cable railway so steep that it was designed to carry automobiles. In Pennsylvania, one remarkable incline rises at a 70.9 percent grade, offering sweeping views of the city and river valley below. After years of extensive repairs, the landmark has finally reopened to...

Johnstown, PA · 1d
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PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Jeannette officials trim tentative budget to reduce shortfall

Jeannette officials have reduced a shortfall in the proposed 2027 budget and a preliminary version of the $6.7 million spending plan will be on council’s agenda Thursday. “There won’t be a tax increase this year,” said Ethan Keedy, city manager. Council was continuing to look at employee...

Jeannette, PA · 1d
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Penn Highlands opens new Center for Culinary Excellence in downtown Johnstown

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania Highlands Community College has opened a new location for its Center for Culinary Excellence in downtown Johnstown. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Tuesday, Nov. 10 at the new location inside the Frank J. Pasquerilla Center, which is expected to help grow the program by providing more space, greater […]

Johnstown, PA · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Advanced manufacturing apprenticeships will earn college credit at IUP and PennWest

Manufacturing apprentices will now be able to earn college credit for their work experience if they choose to pursue a bachelor’s degree at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania or Pennsylvania Western University. The new PathForwardPA program, led by state education and industry organizations, will allow students to earn credits...

Pittsburgh, PA · 19h

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Garrett County Early Deer Season Harvest Up 10.5%, DNR Reports

Hunters in Garrett County harvested 1,465 deer during the deer seasons from Sept. 11 through Oct. 31, up 10.5% from 1,326 deer last year, according to figures released Nov. 9 by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Garrett’s total includes 979 antlered deer, up 15.9% from 845 in 2025, and...

Garrett County, MD · 2d

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Veterans groups, Fire Department and students march in Johnstown Veterans Day parade

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Veterans Day was marked in Johnstown with an annual parade that brought community groups and veterans organizations together on Main Street. Parade participants marched down Main Street Wednesday evening as communities across the nation and the commonwealth honored those who served. The parade featured the...

Johnstown, PA · 1d

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Moracco and Bielak Lead Bobcats in Road Loss to Waynesburg

The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg women's basketball team fell to Waynesburg University, 89-40, Wednesday evening at Marisa Fieldhouse. Tiana Moracco and Jocelyn Bielak led the Bobcats with 14 points apiece in the nonconference matchup. Pitt-Greensburg (0-3) opened the contest with a pair of free throws from Moracco to take...

Greensburg, PA · 2d

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Garrett County Public Schools and Garrett County Government Collaborate on Central Office Relocation

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) has proposed relocating its Central Office to 40 South Second Street in Oakland beginning in the 2027–2028 school year. The proposal is part of a collaborative effort between GCPS and Garrett County Government to make more efficient use of existing public facilities, address the long-term facility needs of both organizations, and reduce future capital and operational costs. It would also allow the school system to direct available capital resources toward school facilities and student learning environments.

Garrett County, MD · 2d

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Chipotle Set to Fill Irwin's Former Denny's Spot With Nov. 24 Opening

A Route 30 property that sat empty for nearly a year is about to serve burritos instead of Grand Slams. Chipotle announced the restaurant will open Nov. 24 at the former Denny's site, 9174 Route 30 in Irwin, bringing a new chapter to a stretch of highway that had been home to the diner for decades.

Irwin, PA · 3h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Pitt-Greensburg education students donate more than 800 books to Jeannette’s McKee Elementary

About 15 kindergartners at Jeannette’s McKee Elementary shot a hand into the air when Pitt-Greensburg education professor Melissa Marks asked the group who loves to read. “I know that’s kind of a silly thing,” Marks said, “but saying, verbalizing ‘I love to read’ means that they’re going to internalize that more. That is part of what we want for them to internalize — that they love books and they love to read.”

Jeannette, PA · 1d

CBS Pittsburgh

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New documents detail mold remediation, moisture testing at Monessen schools

KDKA Investigates received new documents from Monessen City School District on Wednesday, including recent inspection and moisture testing results.

Monessen, PA · 2d

WTAJ

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Conemaugh School of Nursing ranked 2nd in PA for 2027

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Conemaugh School of Nursing has been ranked the No. 2 nursing program in Pennsylvania for 2027 by RegisteredNursing.org. The recognition highlights the school’s strong nursing education program and student outcomes. The rankings are based on factors including NCLEX-RN pass rates, accreditation, program completion rates, and other measures of student […]

Conemaugh Township, PA · 7h

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NextGen Alloys acquires former Keywell site

NextGen Alloy Recycling, Latrobe, Pennsylvania, has announced its new Stainless Division is operating at a 50-year-old scrap facility in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, it acquired from Keywell Metals LLC this September. The company says its new Stainless Division and the 16-acre location near Pittsburgh will allow it to expand its service...

West Mifflin, PA · 2d

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Vulcan football defeats Gannon and advances to 7-3

On Saturday, Nov. 7, the California Vulcans beat the Gannon Golden Knights to go up to a 7-3 record. Gannon falls to a rough 1-9 record. No one scored a single point until the second quarter when Junior kicker Harry Radcliffe kicked a 29 yard field goal to go up 3-0. Senior running back Jay Pearson then ran for a 40 yard touchdown followed by an onside kick from the Vulcans that was recovered by sophomore linebacker Elias Lippincott. Then the Vulcans scored a 36 yard field goal from Radcliffe not long after..

California, PA · 22h

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PennWest Offers Scholarships to Help Students Offset College Costs

College can be a significant financial burden for students, especially as the costs of tuition, housing and fees continue to add up. However, PennWest University offers more than 1,000 internal scholarships that can help students offset some of those expenses. Darren Wagner, PennWest’s Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management, provided...

California, PA · 22h