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City of Greensburg Board of Aviation Meeting- 6/6/24
The city of Greensburg Board of Aviation met on June 6, 2024 at 6:00 pm. The meeting began with the approval of the agenda and the approval of the May 2, 2024 meeting minutes. John Feister, BF&S, stated that the new apron project is currently out to bid. Opening of the bids will occur on July 1, 2024 at 1:30 pm. He received approval once bids come in that he can submit the application to the FAA.
Morning Roundup: Vehicle overturns on Parkway East; vehicles stolen in Hempfield
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Monday, June 3:. A crash occurred early Monday morning on the Parkway East, resulting in a car overturning onto its roof. The crash happened in the eastbound lanes between the Squirrel Hill Tunnel and Edgewood/Swissvale, according to TribLive news...
Quaker Valley School District to use new communication system to reach families, students
Quaker Valley School District plans to launch a new mass communication system to better reach families and keep folks informed about district activities. The board recently approved spending about $9,800 annually over the next three years for ParentSquare, a communication tool district officials believe will help save time and streamline operations.
Former Arnold cop pleads guilty to filing false report
A former Arnold police pleaded guilty Monday in connection with allegations that he lied to investigators after he staged what he called a hit and run crash of his city-issued SUV. Ryan Matthew Clark, 33, of Sarver, told a Westmoreland County judge he was ready to move on with his...
Assistance dog that worked at Penn State children’s hospital dies
Kaia, a golden retriever who served as the first facility dog at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital, died over the weekend, a hospital spokesman said. She started working in October 2016 at the children’s hospital in Derry Township. Her job primarily was helping and comforting young radiology and radiation oncology patients.
SupperMarket to begin 11th season at Lincoln Highway museum in Unity
The Lincoln Highway Experience SupperMarket is returning for its 11th season beginning this week at the transportation-themed museum along Route 30 in Unity. Weather permitting, the BYOB food festivals are held from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 28 on the museum grounds. The $5 cost includes live music...
Unity man gets up to 16 years for role in Latrobe woman's 2019 deadly overdose
A Unity man was ordered to serve up to 16 years in prison for selling drugs that caused a fatal overdose of a Latrobe woman in 2019. Chad E. Ghrist, 46, pleaded guilty Monday to drug delivery resulting in death and other felony counts in connection with the death of 40-year-old Rebecca Campbell and two other unrelated drug deals in 2019.
Westmoreland Cultural Trust gears up for 'Rhythms of Summer' concert series
The Westmoreland Cultural Trust’s summer concert series is back for the season — and it’s bigger than ever. The series, formerly known as “Thank Goodness it’s Summer (TGiS),” is now “Rhythms of Summer,” a slate of free concerts so diverse that they’ll please even the most stalwart single-genre devotee.
Jeannette man claims Rialto stabbing justified as self-defense
The lawyer for a Jeannette man accused of the attempted murder of a former high school friend with a pocket knife said Monday his client acted in self defense. Defense attorney Stephen Colafella told jurors that Anthony J. Sharp was tackled and flailed with a knife to break free from his attacker who lay atop of him on the street outside the former Rialto Cafe on Nov. 24, 2022. Police said Joseph R. Williams of New Alexandria was stabbed 10 times during the altercation.
Marylou Dewitt Charged For Abusing Adoptive Daughter In PA
Marylou Dewitt, 53 of Scottdale, was arrested following a police pursuit near Pittsburgh ending near the Fort Pitt Bridge, according to a release by the Pennsylvania State Police. Dewitt's adult biological daughter contacted the police after she went to Sheetz for midnight snacks and returned home to hear screaming from...
Festival time at Mammoth Park in Mt. Pleasant Township
Tasty food, music, arts and crafts and bingo and games will be featured at the family-friendly Mammoth Fest on Sunday at Mammoth Park along Route 982 in Mt. Pleasant Township. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. There will be live music performances by The Wrangler Band,...
Westmoreland County seeks federal funding for New Kensington, Irwin projects
The Westmoreland County commissioners are seeking a total of $3.5 million in federal money for projects in New Kensington and Irwin. At their Thursday meeting, held in the evening at Northmoreland Park in Allegheny Township, the commissioners agreed to seek a little more than $1 million to help remediate acid mine discharge affecting Tinker’s Run in Irwin and $2.5 million for site and building improvements at the New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park.
Fayette man dies after touching live electrical circuit while fixing air conditioner, coroner says
A Fayette County man died Wednesday after touching a live 480-volt open circuit while operating on an air-conditioning unit, according to Westmoreland County Coroner Tim Carson. James A. McGalla Jr., 33, of Fairchance was working on an air-conditioning unit when he came into contact with the open circuit, Carson said.
Hunker man receives probation for role in shooting of 2 dogs
A Hunker man convicted of involvement in covering up the shootings of two dogs and hiding their bodies was sentenced Thursday to six months of probation. Judge Scott O. Mears ordered that supervision of Jason W. Beal, 38, can be terminated once he pays all court costs and fees. Beal...
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