The question of whether a three-megawatt solar power array should be built on farmland about a mile from Ligonier Valley High School goes to the…
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Defense attorney asks Westmoreland court to pay for evaluation in alleged trafficking case
By lowber on August 28, 2025
The attorney representing a Philadelphia man who authorities believe intended to traffic a 13-year-old Greensburg girl said Thursday he expects his client to plead guilty…
Westmoreland Cultural Trust keeps eye on donor recognition as it renovates for 100th anniversary
By lowber on August 28, 2025
Sandra Finley drove to the Greensburg Garden &Civic Center recently to play bridge, and when she arrived, she noticed that the plaque recognizing the building’s…
Fire at Derry Township home, day care center
By lowber on August 27, 2025
A day care and home in Derry Township were damaged in a fire Wednesday morning. Source: The Tribune-Review
Murder conviction appeal alleges history of Westmoreland DA's prosecutorial misconduct
By lowber on August 26, 2025
A former Pittsburgh man twice convicted of the 1999 murder outside of a New Kensington bar claims he was the victim of a systematic effort…
Man admits stealing car with Lucky the dog inside, but provides no leads
By lowber on August 25, 2025
Willard Martz and his dog, Lucky, were nearly inseparable. Source: The Tribune-Review
Last chance: Penn State New Kensington, Fayette welcome final 2-year class before impending closure
By lowber on August 25, 2025
Bailey Maschok always knew she wanted to spend two years studying at Penn State New Kensington and finish her degree at the university’s main campus…
Trial date set for man charged in Unity woman's murder
By lowber on August 25, 2025
A Westmoreland County judge has set a February trial for a Unity man accused in the suspected murder of his girlfriend more than seven years…
IUP disciplines cheerleaders for hazing involving alcohol
By lowber on August 24, 2025
Indiana University of Pennsylvania has remained mum on whether its cheerleading squad will be allowed to perform along the sidelines for the Crimson Hawks this…
State budget stalemate not expected to result in Westmoreland transit authority service cuts
By lowber on August 24, 2025
The ongoing budget stalemate in Harrisburg will have little impact on Westmoreland County Transit Authority operations, officials said. Source: The Tribune-Review