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1 dead after man approaches group about noise, fires gun at them, New Castle police say
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A shooting in New Castle between a group of young adults and a man over a noise complaint has left one dead. Lawrence County 911 confirmed police activity in the 1400 block of East Washington Street. New Castle police said the shooting happened around 4:17 p.m.
17-year-old driver killed in Mercer County crash
A 17-year-old driver was killed in a crash Sunday in Mercer County, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The driver, who was not immediately identified, died from injuries sustained in a crash just before 8 p.m. in Green Township. State police said the driver traveled into the oncoming lane while navigating...
Gas leak closes section of Route 61 until further notice
SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— State police say a section of Route 61 will be closed until further notice after a gas leak in New Castle Township Tuesday morning. According to an update from state police, utility crews will remain on the scene until the gas line is repaired. UGI’s Principal Communications Leader John Mason said final […]
No. 12 Shenango credits strength of its section after upset win over No. 5 Valley
Shenango was the underdog on paper as a fourth-place finisher from one section facing the champion of another. But the Wildcats didn’t play like underdogs. Led by junior Joe Campoli, who had an RBI double and scored twice, No. 12 seed Shenango upset No. 5 Valley, 5-3, Tuesday night in the first round of the WPIAL 3A playoffs at North Allegheny.
17 champions looking to defend titles at WPIAL track and field championships
It’s the day track and field athletics have had circled all season. The WPIAL track and field championships begins 11 a.m. Wednesday at Slippery Rock. Athletes will try to become the best in the district and earn a spot in the PIAA championships, which are May 24 and 25 at Shippensburg.
Update: Tornado warning for Lawrence County early Saturday evening
On Saturday at 5:01 p.m. an updated tornado warning was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 5:15 p.m. for Lawrence County. "At 5:01 p.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near East Palestine, moving east at 25 mph," according to the weather service. "Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely."
Local police department honors those killed in line of duty for National Police Week
POLAND, Ohio (WKBN) — A new tradition is starting in Poland to mark National Police Week. On Wednesday, the Township held its first memorial service to honor fallen officers. The service honored two officers who died over the years in the line of duty, and several dozen turned out...
Kiski Area’s Miller ready for final shot at winning WPIAL track gold
Eliza Miller has a faint memory of her first WPIAL event as a freshman in the fall of 2020 amid the ongoing covid-19 pandemic. “I think it was a meet at Kiski against Norwin,” the Cavaliers senior three-sport standout said Tuesday on the eve of what will be her final WPIAL-sanctioned event in a decorated four-year high school career. “It’s been a really long journey, and I am really excited to compete at WPIALs one more time.”
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