Traditional Pennsylvania Turnpike interchanges will be a thing of the past come January 2027, when the 85-year-old technology will be swapped for open road tolling…
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School district tax increases beg the question: Is the system broken?
By lowber on July 20, 2025
If you’re one of the Western Pennsylvania residents smarting over a looming school tax increase this year, you’re not alone. Source: The Tribune-Review
Anti-Trump protesters make 'Good Trouble' in front of the Westmoreland County Courthouse
By lowber on July 19, 2025
Though Bob Schaefer was among a crowd of rally-goers Saturday in front of the Westmoreland County Courthouse in Greensburg, his white cleric’s collar made him…
Tip from messaging app leads to child porn charges against Irwin man, authorities say
By lowber on July 19, 2025
A child porn tip from a messaging application lead to state police charging an Irwin man, according to the Westmoreland County District Attorney’s Office. …
Driver in fiery New Stanton triaxle crash has died
By lowber on July 19, 2025
The man rescued from a burning triaxle truck that crashed in New Stanton Thursday morning has died. Source: The Tribune-Review
Smithton lawmaker puts tax collection agency Berkheimer under scrutiny
By lowber on July 19, 2025
An erroneous personal tax bill has turned into a political crusade of sorts for state Rep. Eric Davanzo, a Smithton Republican. Source: The Tribune-Review
Windmill turbine blade accident prompts closer review of large loads on Route 982 in Derry Township
By lowber on July 19, 2025
PennDOT says it will require a more extensive review before permitting any oversize load longer than 100 feet to travel through a sharp 90-degree curve…
Lawsuit challenging Westmoreland vehicle tracking policy rolls on
By lowber on July 18, 2025
Sheriff James Albert’s initial attempt to invalidate Westmoreland County’s vehicle tracking policy has been rejected by a judge. Source: The Tribune-Review
20th annual Kecksburg UFO Festival promises update on 1965 crash
By lowber on July 18, 2025
Sixty years ago, a December day changed the course of history for Kecksburg, a small community in Mt. Pleasant Township. Source: The Tribune-Review
Hempfield's IronRock Tap House, Atria's in Murrysviille to close; Rick's Sports Bar for sale
By lowber on July 16, 2025
After nearly six years in business, IronRock Tap House in Hempfield has closed its doors. Source: The Tribune-Review