Donations are keeping pace with increased demand in the Toys for Tots program, according to coordinators for chapters serving the Alle-Kiski Valley and Westmoreland County…
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Rain fails to ease concerns over falling water level at Beaver Run Reservoir
By lowber on December 4, 2023
Heavy rains over the past two weeks have had little impact on water levels at the Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County’s Beaver Run Reservoir. …
Drought watch declared in Westmoreland, voluntary water conservation continues
By lowber on December 1, 2023
State officials on Friday declared a drought watch in Westmoreland County as a voluntary water conservation order remains in effect for some customers of the…
Christmas tree vendors hit with inflation; some see price increases
By lowber on December 1, 2023
It’s probably going to cost a bit more to deck the halls this year for those who prefer to set up a live Christmas tree.…
Stores, police work to combat retail theft as holidays approach
By lowber on November 30, 2023
Holiday shopping in some local stores will look a little different this year. Source: The Tribune-Review
Western Pa.'s small merchants navigate pricing, staffing challenges as holiday rush arrives
By lowber on November 27, 2023
When Marion McFeely makes a batch of caramel pecan turtles at her shop in Greensburg, she’s aware of the pain in her pocketbook as well…
Former churches are finding new life after religious calling
By lowber on November 26, 2023
Jason Fitzpatrick has one primary requirement for his living arrangements: space, lots of it. Source: The Tribune-Review
73 cats rescued from North Huntingdon home were living in misery, New Kensington rescue president says
By lowber on November 21, 2023
The 73 cats rescued from a North Huntingdon home in 2020 were living in a state of misery, according to Becky Morrow, medical director and…
MAWC halts fracking at reservoir as part of water conservation plan
By lowber on November 17, 2023
The Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County water conservation warning issued this week has halted fracking activity at the Beaver Run Reservoir. Source: The Tribune-Review
Apollo man convicted of first-degree murder in wife's killing
By lowber on November 16, 2023
Emily and Ean Steele said a Westmoreland County jury found justice for their mother. Source: The Tribune-Review