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High in the sky: Beaver County aviation student graduates CCBC before high school
High over Beaver County, a small Sessna plane glides toward the runway. The pilot, Carter DeNelle, expertly watches over the controls and ensures everything is in order for the descent. The aircraft touches down at the Community College of Beaver County’s runway, one of the many small Sessnas flown there by students in the aviation program.
Juneteenth celebrations set for New Brighton, Beaver Falls and CCBC
Brighton Music Center's outdoor stage will host the Ambridge Steel Drum Band, spoken word performances and gospel singers. Juneteenth takes place June 19, with celebratory events planned in Beaver County that day and the Saturday beforehand. Juneteenth is one of 11 official federal holidays, which means government workers and many...
Pennsylvania, Ohio residents affected by East Palestine derailment say needs still not being met
Despite the size of the settlements, some residents in Pennsylvania and Ohio say the two agreements do not begin to cover their past and ongoing costs related to the derailment, like prescription medications, environmental cleaning, testing fees and relocation expenses. The post Pennsylvania, Ohio residents affected by East Palestine derailment say needs still not being met appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
West Virginia library commission awards $10,000 to local library
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Access to public libraries is integral to a functioning community by providing free access to many books, computers and other educational resources. Keeping the Swaney Memorial Library running efficiently for the community and looking beautiful is one of Shauna Andrews primary goals as director. She recently applied for a matching […]
Weirton City Council approves $200,000 for long-awaited water treatment upgrades
WEIRTON, W.Va. — At Monday night’s Weirton City Council meeting, a resolution was approved authorizing the city to contribute additional funding in the amount of $200,000 to the Weirton Area Water Board. Utility Director Butch Mastrantoni said he is thankful council approved this as the water treatment upgrade...
In brief: Bloom Market, upcoming meetings and more in Sewickley area
Sewickley Hills officials are crafting a survey to gauge what residents want in parks and recreation amenities and services. There have been several discussions in the past few weeks about the survey. However, it is unclear when it would be ready to send out. Inquiries may include whether residents want...
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