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The Daily American

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Travel advisories created for Somerset County construction work zones

Construction work zone updates and travel advisories have been issued for the week of Nov. 9, by PennDOT District 9. Lane restrictions on U.S. Route 219 North and southbound traffic will remain reduced to one lane as work continues on U.S. Route 219 from U.S. Route 30 to North Somerset between Route 8005 ramps and Route 8009 ramps in Somerset. From Nov. 9 to 20, crews will install raised pavement markers and place rock in washout areas, weather permitting. New Enterprise Stone and Lime Co., New Enterprise, is the lead contractor for the three-year, $24.6 million project that includes paving, the renovation of multiple bridge-structures, and drainage, guardrail and signage upgrades along five miles of U.S. 219, from the Route 601 interchange to U.S. 30 interchange in Somerset, Lincoln, Quemahoning and Jenner townships. The project’s anticipated completion date is later late November. The project is weather dependent. More: Somerset SAR set to dedicate new Revolutionary War Memorial Nov. 11 Replacing the U.S. Route 219 Boynton Bridge progresses On Nov. 9, crews will start removing the temporary road on U.S. 219 that was built as part of the $2.27 million project to replace the Boynton Bridge that carries U.S. 219 over

Somerset County, PA · 1d

WTAJ

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One sent to the hospital after Johnstown assault, car theft

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A man is facing charges for allegedly assaulting another man before stealing his car. Kyle Sharp, 36, of Johnstown, is charged with robbery of a motor vehicle, robbery, and aggravated assault, all first-degree felonies; receiving stolen property, a third-degree felony; and simple assault, a first-degree misdemeanor.  Around 8:15 p.m. on Oct. […]

Johnstown, PA · 14h

WTAJ

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Here comes the sun, but not everywhere: Somerset County regulates solar facility placement

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Data centers aren’t the only facilities under new regulations in Somerset County. According to our media partners at The Tribune-Democrat, the county’s new ordinance regulating solar facilities, approved in October, drew complaints from residents, with some calling for the setback requirement to be shortened. Proposed solar farms larger than 1,000 […]

Somerset County, PA · 20h

WJAC TV

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Johnstown’s Coney Island closes until further notice over reported electrical issue

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A popular downtown Johnstown restaurant has closed until further notice because of a reported electrical issue. Coney Island announced on Facebook that it was closing at 11 a.m., citing concerns for employee and customer safety. The owner said Penelec and Tercek Electric are investigating...

Johnstown, PA · 16h
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WTAJ

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Bold Athletics celebrates grand opening of new Downtown Johnstown location

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A former Rite Aid building in downtown Johnstown has been transformed into the new home of Bold Athletics. The fitness gym recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by community members, local leaders, and supporters. The event also marked the business’s fourth year […]

Johnstown, PA · 12h

Wellsboro Gazette

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Cheapest gas stations in Johnstown

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Johnstown using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. - Address: 4025 Crawford Ave, Northern Cambria, PA. - Price: $4.29. #3. Sheetz (tie) - Address: 139 S Main St, Carrolltown, PA. - Price:...

Johnstown, PA · 16h

WJAC TV

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Tribute ceremony honors Revolutionary War veterans in Somerset County; preserves heritage

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — As we continue to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday, the Daughters of the American Revolution held a special ceremony on Saturday in Somerset County. The three Revolutionary War veterans were laid to rest a long time ago, but the Forbes Road Chapter has...

Somerset County, PA · 18h

clintoncountysports.com

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Somerset denies Central Mountain district volleyball title, 3-0

CRESSON, Pa. – There was a postgame consensus all around, Saturday at Mount Aloysius College just was not Central Mountain’s day. The Lady Wildcat volleyball team could never find a rhythm in falling in the District 6 AAAA championship tilt by a 3-0 score to Somerset. The win...

Cresson, PA · 2d

The Daily American

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4 Somerset County teams set for PIAA soccer, volleyball playoffs

Three Somerset County programs captured district titles, earning PIAA playoff berths. Berlin Brothersvalley and Somerset volleyball won titles in Class 1A and 4A, respectively. The Somerset boys soccer team won a 2A championship, while the Conemaugh Township girls finished 1A runner-up, punching a ticket to the postseason. Here's a look at all the first-round matchups involving Somerset County teams. Time to vote Vote for the Somerset County Athletes of the Week for Nov. 2-7 PIAA Class 1A volleyball playoffs Matchup: Berlin Brothersvalley vs. Elk County Catholic When: 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 10 Where: Elk County Catholic High School Outlook: Berlin Brothersvalley won its fourth straight District 5-1A volleyball championship with a sweep of Meyersdale. The Mountaineers have just three losses this season, but two came at a cost. Setbacks to Everett and Windber held Berlin Brothersvalley out of the Inter-County Conference semifinals. Berlin Brothersvalley's senior leadership along with a mix of talented underclassmen will determine how far this team can go. The Mountaineers fell in the PIAA 1A quarterfinals a season ago, dropping a 5-set match to Eden Christian Academy. Meanwhile, Elk County Catholic is making its second straight PIAA appearance after a 5-set win over Clarion Area in the

Somerset County, PA · 1d

hoodline.com

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Ligonier Township Couple Marks 75 Years of Marriage, Never Once Angry at Bedtime

James and Julia Ambrose of Ligonier Township have just celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary, a milestone the couple marked together after a lifetime that began at the altar of the First Methodist Church of Ligonier in 1951. Now both in their 90s, the Ambroses have spent decades building a family that has grown far beyond the two sons and two daughters they raised.

Ligonier, PA · 2d

The Daily American

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Berlin Brothersvalley bests Meyersdale for 4th straight D5-1A title

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP — Berlin Brothersvalley swept Meyersdale 25-13, 25-18, 25-15 for its fourth straight District 5 Class 1A volleyball championship, Saturday, Nov. 7, at Pitt-Johnstown. "What stood out today was just execution," said Berlin Brothersvalley veteran coach Corey Will. "We spent the last two days in the gym basically learning Meyersdale inside and out, figuring out what we wanted to do against them. The girls came out and were spot on. Everything we had to do, we did and we did it well." The top-seeded Mountaineers trailed 5-2 in the first set before a 5-0 run and a 7-5 advantage. Berlin Brothersvalley never trailed again in the set and took a 1-0 lead in the match. Coming up short Everett outlasts Conemaugh Township in District 5-2A championship Back to the title match Berlin Brothersvalley, Meyersdale roll in D5-1A volleyball semifinals Meyersdale, the No. 2 seed, played tough early in the second set. Trailing 8-3, the Red Raiders went on a 6-0 surge and led 9-8. Berlin Brothersvalley answered right back with a 6-0 spurt of its own to regain the lead. The Mountaineers dominated from that point and were on the cusp of another championship. Berlin Brothersvalley never trailed in

Meyersdale, PA · 2d

CBS Pittsburgh

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Woman stole thousands of dollars in jewelry from nursing home residents, police say

A woman accused of stealing thousands of dollars in jewelry from residents of the nursing home has admitted to the crime.

Ligonier, PA · 12h

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Westmoreland County nursing home employee accused of stealing jewelry from residents

Ligonier Valley Police have filed criminal charges against a Rector woman accused of stealing jewelry from residents living at Bethlen Home during her employment at the facility.

Westmoreland County, PA · 1d

wccsradio.com

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STATUS CONFERENCE SET FOR JACK IN ROBSON MURDER CASE

In Westmoreland County, Judge Meagan Bilik-DeFazio has set a new date for an update on the murder trial of Robert Patrick Jack, the 21-year-old accused of being the triggerman who shot and killed Alice Robson at her home outside of New Florence, in Saint Clair Township, in December of 2023. Jack is charged with criminal homicide, murder of the first and third degree, and conspiracy. His two co-defendants, Melissa Fox-Beacom and Matthew Bates, have already been convicted and sentenced to life in prison, but both have appealed. They claim Jack acted on his own and went mad when they tried to talk him out of shooting Robson.

New Florence, PA · 2d

WTAJ

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St. Mark’s Pet Food Pantry seeks donations as winter demand grows

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — St. Mark’s Pet Food Pantry is asking for pet food donations as pantry supplies run low and demand grows ahead of winter. For more than 15 years, the St. Mark’s Pet Food Pantry has provided free pet food to families in Johnstown and surrounding communities. The pantry serves about 100 […]

Johnstown, PA · 16h

erienewsnow.com

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Drones Support Ambulance Services in Pilot Program Seeking State Cash

HARRISBURG– A quiet whirr traveled over the grassy grove behind Pennsylvania’s state capitol as a drone flew past bystanders– a white, cardboard box hanging from the device. The drone gently lowered the box to the ground and flew away when the rope disconnected, leaving House Transportation Chair...

Pennsylvania · 13h