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The battle between two Washington County elected officials continues after a second raid in three days.

Cokeburg, Pennsylvania, may be small, but its annual Cokeburg Day celebration looms large in the hearts of its residents. This event is a vibrant tapestry that weaves together the borough's coal mining heritage with its contemporary community spirit. Each year, the town bursts into life with a parade, games, and food that harken back to its roots while embracing the joy of today. The first coal production in 1902 laid the foundation of the town, and though the mines have quieted, their legacy lives on through this cherished festivity.

A judge has dismissed all charges against three Greene County emergency management supervisors who had been accused of obstructing an investigation into a dispatcher accused of failing to send an ambulance to the rural home of a woman who died of internal bleeding about a day later.Senior Judge Katherine Emery wrote in dismissing the cases last week that there was "not a scintilla of evidence" that Gregory Leathers, Robert "Jeff" Rhodes and Richard Policz acted maliciously or blocked investigators from accessing information within the Greene County 911 call center, The (Washington) Observer-Reporter reported.The three were charged last year with tampering with...

A Washington County assistant priest faces over 200 felony charges for allegedly embezzling more than $177,000 from a Canonsburg church. The accused admitted to the theft citing personal hardships. The church is working towards recovering the stolen funds.

California Area High School in Washington County was put on lockdown Wednesday after an AR-15 magazine bag was found in a classroom.

Meadowcroft Rockshelter, a National Historic Landmark in Washington County, Pennsylvania, is not just a destination for history enthusiasts but also a significant archaeological site that has redefined our understanding of early human migration to North America. Discovered by Albert Miller in 1955 and excavated by Dr. James Adovasio, this oldest known site of human habitation on the continent, with evidence dating back 19,000 years, has challenged the traditional Clovis-first theory with its pre-Clovis remains.

Pennsylvania's storied past is woven with more than just the threads of American history—it's also a tapestry of eerie paranormal encounters, with its historical sites doubling as the stage for ghostly phenomena. Notable locations like the Gettysburg Battlefield and the Eastern State Penitentiary are infamous for their spectral residents. Reports of ghostly soldiers at Farnsworth House Inn in Gettysburg and the haunting cries at Pennhurst Asylum add a chilling dimension to these sites, attracting both ghost hunters and curious visitors.

BENTLEYVILLE, Pa. — Several people who had been wanted in Washington County are now behind bars,including a man who fell through a neighbor's ceiling last month. It's all thanks to a new social media initiative by Bentleyville police. Known as Warrant Wednesday, each week, a wanted suspect is featured on the Bentleyville police Facebook page.

The long-time administrative assistant to a wealthy Bell Acres businessman convicted of concealing more than $60 million in income from the federal government will serve two years of probation for her role in the crime. Ann E. Harris, 62, of Washington County, appeared before Senior U.S. District Judge Joy Flowers...

Heavy smoke was seen billowing into the sky from a barn in Washington County.

John Russo has jumped back into the restaurant and retail game with the opening of Russo Ristorante and Mercato, which he’ll operate alongside his children and grandchildren, who make up the fifth and sixth generation of Russo restaurateurs in West Michigan. Located in Tanger Outlets at 350 84th St....

WASHINGTON, Pa. (KDKA) — Its technical name is car No. 1713, but Pittsburghers remember it as the "Terrible Trolley," a black and gold moving symbol of the city that used to traverse the city and region's streetcar lines for almost 50 years."Back in 1980, a girl named Kim Severs had written a letter to Mayor (Richard) Caliguiri asking that they have a Steelers trolley car," said Pennsylvania Trolley Museum CEO Scott Becker. "So, he worked with the Port Authority, and low and behold, a few days after the letter, this car got repainted."The car served its daily routes with distinction...

A fire forced a family out of their Westmoreland County home overnight after crews were called there not once, but twice.

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of washington..

Fire crews were called to the scene of a blaze in Washington County Wednesday. Dispatchers tell Pittsburgh's Action News 4 that the fire broke out around 12:30 p.m. in the 500 block of Mt. Tabor Road in Long Branch. Over a dozen fire crews have been called to the scene.

WASHINGTON, Pa. (KDKA) -- Trains are seemingly synonymous with the holiday, with displays ranging from something small under someone's tree to something large, like one in Washington, Pennsylvania.The display at the Washington Crown Center mall is put on by The Train Gang of Washington County and is operated by their dedicated group of volunteers. Joe Jack, The Train Gang's president, says this is a holiday labor of love each year."The display has been here about seven or eight years in the mall," Jack said. "We have existed in Washington County for perhaps a dozen years. And we are all a...

UNIONTOWN, Pa. — A woman accused of neglecting her three dogs is set to be in court for her preliminary hearing on Nov. 29. Brooke Rapano is charged with aggravated cruelty to animal, as well as other related offenses. Trooper Kalee Barnhart explained the severity of the charges. "She's...

Nestled in the heart of Brownsville, Pennsylvania, Nemacolin Castle, or Bowman's Castle, stands as a beacon of American history and architectural progression. Originating as a trading post by pioneer Jacob Bowman in the late 1700s, this historic landmark has transformed to mirror the success and cultural shifts experienced by the Bowman family and the nation. The Castle's expansion over time showcases a tapestry of architectural styles, from Germanic to Victorian, each addition telling a story of the era it represents.

In this piece, we explore four exceptional burgers found in Washington. Have you had the chance to savor any of these yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!

BATAVIA, OH- Centerville, Pennsylvania native, Max Blair earned the O’Reilly Auto Parts Rookie of the Year on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series in 2023. Blair’s rookie season with the tour took him to 29 different venues, most of which he was visiting for the first time in his career. Blair was able to claim his first Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series victory on June 23 in his home state at Lernerville Speedway. Additionally, Blair finished inside the top five on five occasions and recorded 24 top ten performances.