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The Daily American

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Fire destroys Summit Township home, businesses

Somerset, PA · 1d

WTAJ

partner publisher · 121.6K followers
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Detour planned for Somerset County bridge rehab project

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Drivers are being warned of a planned detour for a Somerset County roadway as a bridge rehabilitation project begins this weekend. According to PennDOT, the project will begin Saturday, Nov. 14, for the 22nd Street Bridge over Seese Run in Windber and will last through October 2027. The work includes […]

Somerset County, PA · 2d

WPXI Pittsburgh

partner publisher · 184.9K followers
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Fire destroys concrete company in Washington County

A fire destroyed a concrete business in Washington County. Crews were called to Maund Industries on Wood Street in California Borough around 10:20 p.m. Thursday.

Washington County, PA · 11h

The Daily American

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Two-alarm fire destroys Summit Twp. resident's home, businesses

(This story has been updated.) An Amish homeowner's residence and two businesses were destroyed Nov. 11 in a fast-moving fire that broke out that morning along the 200 block of Coke Oven Road in Summit Township, according to Mike Miller, chief of the Meyersdale Volunteer Fire Department. Firefighters from Meyersdale and multiple surrounding communities were dispatched at 9:19 a.m. to the structure fire call, which was elevated to a second alarm to bring additional water tankers and manpower to the scene. "There was a large amount of fire there when we arrived," Miller said. "The fire was way too far ahead to save anything. It was defensive from the get go." According to Somerset County 911's PulsePoint service, the initial dispatch brought in companies from Meyersdale, Salisbury, Garrett, Rockwood, Berlin and Wellersburg. The second alarm added tankers and personnel from Addison, New Centerville and Grantsville, along with another Maryland fire department called in to stand by at the Salisbury Fire Department, Miller said. The Amish homeowner resided on the second floor and operated a thrift shop upstairs, while a saw shop was located on the first floor, selling chain saws and similar equipment, Miller said. He added that the homeowner

Meyersdale, PA · 1d

WBOY 12 News

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Beloved bear at Hovatter’s Wildlife Zoo passes away

Zoo officials went on to list some of Kato's favorite things, while his fans left their favorite photos and videos of him in the comments.

Kingwood, WV · 1d

connect-bridgeport.com

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Area Man who Owned Businesses, Restaurants, BOE Employee, Gary Eugene Albertazzie, Passes at 70

Gary Eugene Albertazzie, 70, passed away at Mon Health Medical Center on Saturday, October 31, 2026. He was born November 19, 1955 in Morgantown to the late Earl L. Albertazzie and the late Mary Fletcher Albertazzie. Gary attended Morgantown High School where he played football for the Mohigans. Following graduation,...

Morgantown, WV · 3d

philadelphiasportsdigest.com

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FOOTBALL: The Inter-AC Championship Will Come Down to a Meeting Between 4-0 Teams, While a Major Coaching Milestone at Episcopal Academy are the Headliners This Week

INTER-AC PICK-SIX: THE LEAGUE TITLE WILL COME DOWN TO A SHOWDOWN BETWEEN SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY AND MALVERN PREP. A MILESTONE WIN FOR EPISCOPAL ACADEMY’S TODD FAIRLIE. A BIG EFFORT BY HAVERFORD SCHOOL’S SENSATIONAL SOPHOMORE RUNNING BACK. PENN CHARTER AND GERMANTOWN ACADEMY READY TO RESUME A HISTORIC RIVALRY.

Newtown Square, PA · 12h

wvsportsnow.com

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Rich Rodriguez Reveals WVU Football Player Retention News

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – With WVU fans constantly speculating about which players will be back as Mountaineers in 2027, Rich Rodriguez dropped some news during his weekly press conference on Tuesday. While he’s not ready to release any names or go into detail, he said the program has already agreed...

Morgantown, WV · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Retired priest accused of stealing $740K allowed to move to Florida before Westmoreland trial

A retired Ukrainian Catholic priest will be allowed to move back to Florida to await trial in Westmoreland County on charges he misappropriated nearly $740,000 in church funds. Common Pleas Court Judge Tim Krieger on Monday modified bail for Gregory A. Madeya, who was charged this summer with 10 felony...

Westmoreland County, PA · 3d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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After anxious moments, Belle Vernon surges past Somerset into state quarterfinals

For the first time since 2011, the Belle Vernon boys soccer team is moving on in the state playoffs. WPIAL champion Belle Vernon scored three goals in the second half to come away with a 3-0 win over District 5 champion Somerset and advance to the PIAA Class 2A quarterfinals Saturday.

Belle Vernon, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

partner publisher · 184.9K followers

Westmoreland County mom uses social media to share journey with pregnancy loss

A Jeannette woman who welcomed her first child in June is using social media to spread awareness and support other women who have experienced pregnancy loss.

Westmoreland County, PA · 2d

caninecarecentral.com

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Dog Rescued After Being Abandoned Along Westmoreland County Road

Zack Keithy, our author, is a certified veterinarian technician (UC Blue Ash) for over 6 years (contact him here). The articles written here are based on his expertise and experience, combined with a review by our expert vet reviewers including Dr M. Tarantino. Learn more about us here. A small...

Westmoreland County, PA · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Rustic Ridge Mine foes: Donegal area damaged enough by mining

Continuing coal mining operations in the Donegal area could have a long-term negative impact on the residents’ supply of well water, the stability of their homes and the quality of the streams — particularly if problems arise once mining ceases, a group of residents told state environmental regulators Tuesday.

Donegal, PA · 2d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Dog rescued from house fire in Westmoreland County

Emergency crews responded to a house fire Thursday in Westmoreland County.

Westmoreland County, PA · 22h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Jury awards $7.1M to Jeannette man in Westmoreland Hospital malpractice suit

A jury this week awarded $7.1 million in damages to a Jeannette man, saying doctors’ and nurses’ negligence at Westmoreland Hospital led to the amputation of his left leg. Following a seven-day trial in Westmoreland County, a jury found in favor of Shane D. Steiner and his wife in a medical malpractice lawsuit in which they claimed he received faulty care following a heart attack in 2021.

Jeannette, PA · 2d

WJAC TV

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Somerset County community, lawmakers honor area veterans with free breakfast event

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Veterans continue to be recognized in our area. On Thursday morning, a free breakfast took place in Somerset County. Representative Carl Walker Metzgar and Senator Pat Stefano hosted the breakfast at the Somerset American Legion Post 181 in Somerset. Veterans were able to share...

Somerset County, PA · 16h

WJAC TV

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Somerset County area students explore career options during UPMC Somerset visit

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — High school students from Somerset County had the chance to explore some career opportunities on Tuesday at UPMC Somerset. Students from Windber Area High School, Meyersdale Area High School and the Somerset County Technology Center took part in hands-on activities to see what a day-in-the-life looks like for some people who work at the hospital.

Somerset County, PA · 2d

CBS Pittsburgh

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Arnold Palmer Regional Airport preparing to hire staff for new Breeze Airways service

A new airline is getting ready to take off at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport near Latrobe, and preparations are already underway.

Latrobe, PA · 2d

wheninyourstate.com

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You can step behind a 30-foot waterfall in the mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania

Cucumber Falls drops 30 feet over a sandstone ledge in the mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania, and you can walk right up to it. The water pours in a thin, veil-like sheet into a clear pool surrounded by mossy rock and thick forest. It sits inside Ohiopyle State Park in Fayette...

Fayette County, PA · 21h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Letter to the editor: Westmoreland County mismanagement

Westmoreland County Commissioner Ted Kopas seems to be the spokesperson for the commissioners, and often directs the word “mismanagement” at the county sheriff’s office. He should look in the mirror. The commissioners claim the county is in a financial crisis and there is a need to eliminate...

Westmoreland County, PA · 10h