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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 · 13h

WJAC TV

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PSP: Somerset County man charged in fatal hit-and-run on Route 985 involving e-bike rider

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Pennsylvania State Police say a 21-year-old Somerset County man is facing a felony charge in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash involving an e-bike rider along Somerset Pike in Lincoln Township last year. Nearly 14 months after the fatality, investigators say Owen Houpt, of...

Somerset County, PA · 2d
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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 · 19h

WJAC TV

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Police: Man sets Johnstown-area home ablaze with child inside, flees on dirt bike

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A Johnstown-area man is facing multiple felony charges after police say he poured gasoline inside a home, set it on fire and threatened a woman before fleeing officers on a dirt bike. Authorities say 31-year-old Norberto Rivera-Lopez is charged in connection with an incident...

Johnstown, PA · 2d
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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 · 1d

Only In Your State

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The Legend Behind Pennsylvania's Most Chilling Bridge

Covered bridges are typically visited for their scenic beauty, but that’s not the case with Herline Covered Bridge, one of the most allegedly haunted places in Pennsylvania. In fact, this particular destination has been associated with a haunted legend for over 150 years. And while the bridge is certainly picturesque, what inspires lore is the […]

Bedford County, PA · 2d

The Daily American

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Somerset SAR set to dedicate new Revolutionary War Memorial Nov. 11

As Somerset County is preparing to honor veterans on Nov. 11, a new memorial to celebrate the country's first veterans will be unveiled. The Great Glades Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) will officially dedicate the county’s newest monument to honor and acknowledge the service of Somerset County’s Revolutionary War veterans. The formal dedication ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. Nov. 11 at the monument on the Courthouse Plaza. Lynn Schrock and William Lehman, both of Somerset, have been working, researching and trying to verify the service of all the veterans buried in the county. There were more who once lived here, but they limited the list to those buried in Somerset County. They also have a listing of the patriots who didn't serve in the military but supported the cause in other ways. Lehman, president of the Great Glades Chapter and District 8 deputy for the Pennsylvania Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, said he lives near the courthouse. He and his wife take walks and one day she mentioned to him that there is no monument for Revolutionary War soldiers at the courthouse. "She said we should do something about it," Lehman said.

Somerset County, PA · 2d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Westmoreland County pool house destroyed by early-morning fire

A fire destroyed a pool house in Westmoreland County Sunday.

Westmoreland County, PA · 14h

hoodline.com

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DNA Match Leads to Arrest in 1985 Stabbing Death of Ohio Teen in Westmoreland County

A 41-year-old cold case out of Westmoreland County has an arrest attached to it: James Kruczek, 61, of West Mifflin, was taken into custody this week in connection with the 1985 stabbing death of 16-year-old Lottie Jo Gunn, an Ohio teenager whose body was found in North Huntingdon Township. Kruczek...

Westmoreland County, PA · 2d

The Daily American

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Conemaugh Township upset, North Star cruises in D5 football semifinals

Four Somerset County football teams competed in District 5 semifinal matchups, Friday, Nov. 6. Meyersdale earned its second straight District 5-1A title berth with a win over Windber. It will face fourth-seeded Northern Bedford County, which upset Conemaugh Township. Meanwhile, in Class 2A, North Star rolled to a semifinal victory over Everett. Avenging a loss Meyersdale tops Windber for return trip to District 5-1A title game Conemaugh Township falls to Northern Bedford County Junior quarterback Trace Baker threw touchdown passes of 82 and 80 yards, guiding the Black Panthers to a 34-21 upset over Conemaugh Township. The Black Panthers built a 20-7 lead at halftime. Northern Bedford extended its lead to 34-7, before Conemaugh Township tallied two fourth-quarter scores, setting the final. Conemaugh Township junior quarterback Greyson Studer completed 16 of 26 passes for 261 yards and two touchdowns, including a 51-yard TD to Micah Murray and a 32-yard strike to Colton Shippey, who also added a rushing touchdown. Bryce Conn had six catches for 82 yards. Conemaugh Township, which played in the D5-1A title game last year, finished 8-3, its most wins in a season since 2018. "Our kids played hard and never gave up," Conemaugh Township coach Brandon

Somerset County, PA · 2d

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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 · 1d

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Ask Around Western Pennsylvania And Locals Point You To These 8 Fish Fry Halls

In Western Pennsylvania, Friday during Lent means one thing for a lot of families: a trip to the fire hall or church basement for fried fish. These dinners are run by volunteers, priced for real neighborhoods, and packed with people who have been coming for years. The best ones rarely...

Western Pennsylvania, PA · 1d

everafterinthewoods.com

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11 Secret Pennsylvania Antique Thrift Stores Where $20 Gets You A Great Haul

One antique mall in this lineup sits inside an old hat factory. Another tucks its booths into a building with three full stories of flea market finds. I love that the bargains here live in such odd, storied spaces. One shop even calls itself a fleatique, which might be my new favorite word. Pennsylvania clearly takes its secondhand shopping seriously.

Adamstown, PA · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Ligonier Valley warms up, tops Riverside in 1st WPIAL home playoff game

Ligonier Valley started slowly in its first WPIAL home football playoff game. But, as longtime Rams coach Roger Beitel says, like Novocaine, if you give it time, it will work. The seventh-seeded Rams needed some time to warm up to the atmosphere, the rainy conditions and No. 10 Riverside before posting a 35-21 victory Friday night in the first round of the Class 2A playoffs in the mud at Weller Field.

Ligonier, PA · 2d

familydestinationsguide.com

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The Tiny Pennsylvania Bakery Making Donuts So Legendary Even Homer Simpson Would Approve Wholeheartedly

There’s a bakery in Greensburg, Pennsylvania that has been quietly winning hearts, one donut at a time, and the rest of the world is only just starting to catch on. Donut Chef Brick Oven Bakery is the kind of place that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something the universe has been keeping just for you.

Greensburg, PA · 1d

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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 · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Trafford man convicted in 2024 Westmoreland assault had served 30 years for rape, Reagan threat

A Trafford man with a history of federal and state prison time was convicted this week of assaulting a woman he paid for sex in Penn Township. Paul Zagwoski, 58, was found guilty of misdemeanor simple assault, theft and unlawful restraint, as well as summary harassment, following a four-day trial in Westmoreland County.

Trafford, PA · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Westmoreland happenings: Greensburg Turkey Trot, meetings, used book sale, more

• The 35th annual Greensburg Thanksgiving Turkey Trot will begin at 9 a.m. Nov. 26 in downtown Greensburg. The 5K run/walk is for all ages, and strollers and dogs are welcome. Awards will be presented. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits. Details: 724-834-9390 or greensburgturkeytrot.com. • Murrysville Community...

Greensburg, PA · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Rosters set for WCCA girls volleyball all-star game

Rosters were announced Friday for the Westmoreland County Coaches Association Girls Volleyball All-Star Game set for 6 p.m. Nov. 17 at Ligonier Valley.

Westmoreland County, PA · 2d

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Panthers Fall To Ligonier Valley In Class 2A Opening Round

Riverside fell to Ligonier Valley 35-21 Friday night in the opening round of the Class-2A WPIAL Playoffs. Levi Foust and Gregory Sleasman each rushed for over 100 yards as part of a 335 yard ground attack by 7-seeded and host Rams. Riverside opened with a 14-play, 56-yard capped with a...

Ligonier, PA · 2d