A Ligonier Township man died by suicide Saturday during a traffic stop, according to the Westmoreland County coroner. Source: The Tribune-Review
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Citing cultural concerns, Bushy Run to update name of hill during reenactment
By lowber on July 29, 2025
Bushy Run Battlefield in Penn Township is using its upcoming reenactment as an opportunity to right a wrong — giving a more culturally appropriate name…
Delmont man expected to blame wife for son's torture slaying
By lowber on July 28, 2025
A Delmont man charged along with his wife for the alleged torture and murder of their adopted son wants a separate trial, his lawyer said…
Westmoreland inmate accused of stabbing mother should have kosher meals, she says
By lowber on July 28, 2025
Although her son stands accused of trying to kill her, the mother of a Westmoreland County Prison inmate wants him to receive a special kosher…
Southmoreland High graduate battling cancer adds scholarship to foundation efforts
By lowber on July 28, 2025
A Southmoreland High School graduate who is battling cancer has joined in the fight against the disease and now wants to inspire a younger generation…
Penn-Trafford community mourning sudden death of freshman football coach TJ Detruf
By lowber on July 27, 2025
The Penn-Trafford community is mourning the sudden death of one of its high school football coaches. Source: The Tribune-Review
Westmoreland Museum of American Art entices new visitors with interactive Art Maze exhibit
By lowber on July 27, 2025
Haddie Simpson, 6, of Irwin, was in charge of navigating the way through an art-covered maze Sunday afternoon. Source: The Tribune-Review
Groups forming to plan futures of Penn State Fayette, New Kensington campuses
By lowber on July 27, 2025
Officials in Fayette and Westmoreland counties are in the early stages of figuring out how they can best repurpose the closing Penn State campuses in…
Man in Ligonier Township police incident died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, DA spokeswoman says
By lowber on July 26, 2025
A man shot and killed himself during a police-related incident in Ligonier Township on Saturday, a spokeswoman for the Westmoreland County District Attorney’s Office said…
Westmoreland Land Bank amps up effort to sell vacant properties
By lowber on July 26, 2025
Formerly vacant properties could soon be on the market in Westmoreland County. Source: The Tribune-Review