http://www.heraldstandard.com/ en http://www.heraldstandard.com/fileadmin/template/images/logo144.gif http://www.heraldstandard.com/ 144 26 TYPO3 - get.content.right http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/march/07/spots-dont-blame-the-dishwasher-local-water-company-representatives-explain-quality-consumer-issu.html Spots on your dishes? Blame it on TDS (total dissolved solids). ]]> Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:51:17 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/march/07/second-annual-business-to-business-expo-set-for-may-8.html WAYNESBURG - Regional businesses looking to market their services to the oil and gas industry are invited to attend the second annual Tri-County Oil & Gas Expo Business-to-Business event, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 8 at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Washington. ]]> Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:51:15 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/march/07/tonys-corner-deli-opens.html Tony's Corner Deli has opened at 1000 Ridge View Drive in the Fayette Business Park, Smithfield. ]]> Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:51:06 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/28/bseminar-on-forest-lands-set-b.html Penn State Cooperative Extension and the Pennsylvania chapter of the Association of Consulting Foresters will host a forest landowner conference at the Penn State Beaver Campus in Monaca on March 13. ]]> Sun, 28 Feb 2010 03:08:36 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/28/property-transfers-19.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Feb. 19 through Feb. 25 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 28 Feb 2010 03:07:40 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/23/grocer-raises-260000.html Business Album briefs ]]> Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:43:37 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/23/governor-rendell-proclaims-ffa-week.html HARRISBURG - Citing the need to engage and train the next generation of agricultural leaders, Gov. Edward G. Rendell has proclaimed Feb. 20-27 as "FFA Week" and Feb. 25 as "Teach Agriculture Day" in Pennsylvania. ]]> Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:43:14 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/23/pa-banking-department-increases-mortgage-enforcement-actions-in-09.html HARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania Department of Banking increased enforcement activity in the mortgage industry during 2009 as a result of regulatory reforms signed into law by Gov. Edward G. Rendell in 2008. ]]> Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:43:09 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/21/bfrom-truck-driver-wannabe-to-ceo-b.html William M. Lambert wanted to be a truck driver after he left high school. ]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:55:31 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/21/bbb-explains-what-new-credit-card-regulations-mean-to-consumers.html Credit card holders can circle Feb. 22 on their calendar as the day when new consumer protections laid out in the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009 kick in, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), which explains what these new consumer protections mean to cardholders across the U.S. ]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:55:24 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/21/gabriel-brothers-expand-store.html Gabriel Brothers, headquartered in Morgantown, W.Va., recently held a grand re-opening of its Belle Vernon store, which has been the focus of an overall remodeling. ]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:55:00 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/21/property-transfers-18.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Feb. 12 through Feb. 18 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:54:45 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/14/quick-serve-dining-mancinis-open-restaurant-with-new-concept-on-offering-italian-cuisine.html Dante (Dan) Mancini's motto is fast, cheap and good. ]]> Sun, 14 Feb 2010 01:51:29 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/14/presidentceo-of-msa-opens-ceo-conversations-spring-series.html The CEO Conversations 2010 spring series kicks off Wednesday featuring William M. Lambert, president and CEO of Mine Safety Appliances Co. ]]> Sun, 14 Feb 2010 01:51:00 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/14/property-transfers-17.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Feb. 5 through Feb. 11 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 14 Feb 2010 01:50:53 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/14/baker-accredited-as-aif.html John D. Baker, of BPU Investment Management Inc., has recently earned the accredited investment fiduciary (AIF) designation. AIF designees are required to complete a rigorous training program focused on investment fiduciary standards of care, successfully pass an examination, conform to a code of ethics and adhere to continuing education requirements on an annual basis. Designees have acquired a thorough knowledge of fiduciary responsibility and can be an invaluable resource to trustees, other investment fiduciaries and individual investors alike. For those who want to ascertain whether they are in compliance with the Global Fiduciary Standards of Excellence, Baker can be reached at the local office of BPU Investment Management Inc., 45 E. Main St., Suite 400, Uniontown, or by calling 724-439-8771. ]]> Sun, 14 Feb 2010 01:50:47 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/09/pfb-opposes-change-to-vehicle-regulations.html CAMP HILL - Pennsylvania Farm Bureau (PFB) is urging Pennsylvania's Congressional delegation to ask the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) to postpone the deadline for Pennsylvania's adoption of proposed regulations that impose restrictions and requirements on Pennsylvania's farms. The regulations could go into effect soon after March 1, the PFB said. ]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:51:47 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/09/sakchutchawans-research-published-in-business-journal.html WAYNESBURG - The research of Dr. Sut Sakchut-chawan, associate professor of international business and director of the International Studies Program at Waynesburg University, was recently published in the Global Journal of International Business Research (GJIBR). ]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:51:32 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/09/pub-raises-funds-for-injured-dog.html Riser's Pub, 1308 E. Crawford Ave., Connellsville, raised more than $5,400 to help pay for veterinarian bills for Hope, an abandoned and burned mixed-breed puppy. Riser's Pub hosted the January event, which included a bake sale, Chinese auction and drawing. The dog's medical bills will be paid and any remaining funds donated to Fayette Friends of Animals, a no-kill shelter. Hope is making a complete recovery under the care of Rolling Hills Veterinary Clinic and will soon be adopted. Participating in presenting a check to Fayette Friends of Animals were, in front (from left) Ed Pecsko and Tanya Calhoun; in back (from left) Robbie Welsh, Lori Ritch, Paul Riser and Shawn Schanner of Fayette Friends of Animals. ]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:51:31 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/09/spring-gardening-seminar-scheduled.html Business Album briefs ]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:51:29 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/09/sheep-and-goat-workshop-scheduled-feb-20-in-washington.html The Southwestern Pennsylvania Sheep and Goat Workshop will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Washington County Fairgrounds, with registration beginning at 9 a.m. ]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:51:27 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/09/belle-vernon-man-wins-at-farm-show.html JJ Paul J858 (above) won reserve intermediate champion bull at the 2010 Pennsylvania Farm Show's Angus Show, Jan. 11 in Harrisburg. Chris Rerko (shown), Belle Vernon, owns the winning bull, according to the American Angus Association of St. Joseph, Mo. ]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:51:16 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/09/seedstock-producer-of-the-year.html Work Land and Cattle Company, Uniontown, was named 2009 Pennsylvania Angus Association's seedstock producer of the year at the 2010 Pennsylvania Angus Association annual meeting and banquet, Jan. 10 in Grantville. Receiving the honor (from left) are Linda Rooker, Billy Work, the late Jim Work and Bill Work. The American Angus Association is headquartered in St. Joseph, Mo. ]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:51:14 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/09/chamber-names-winner.html The Mountain Laurel Chamber of Commerce (MLCC) recently sponsored its annual Stocking Stuffer Ticket fundraiser. Over 25 gift certificates and services, a tri-axle load of firewood and two Pittsburgh Penguin game tickets were given away. The winner of the $500 and all the gift certificates was Maxine Fulton (shown); the winning ticket was sold by Tracy Czambel of Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park. The winner of the firewood was Diane Testa; the winning ticket was sold by MLCC staff, and the Penguins game tickets were won by John Sciulli; the winning ticket was sold by Stacey Hostetler of Foggy Mountain Lodge and Restaurant. The MLCC thanked everyone who donated items and/or services, sold and purchased tickets for this fund raiser. ]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:51:12 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/07/bstill-going-strong-b.html Although he talks with a slight accent, Salvatore Cagnina is an American entrepreneur. ]]> Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:09:32 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/07/property-transfers-16.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Jan. 29 through Feb. 4 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:08:53 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/february/07/sheep-goat-workshop-planned.html The Southwestern Pennsylvania Sheep and Goat Winter Workshop will be held Feb. 20 at the Washington County Fairgrounds. It is being co-sponsored by Penn State Cooperative Extension and the Washington County Sheep and Wool Growers Association. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. and the program will begin at 9:30 a.m. The day's educational program will conclude at 2:30 p.m. ]]> Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:08:51 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/31/habitat-for-humanitys-restore-offers-new-recycled-materials-for-home.html Building bargains ]]> Sun, 31 Jan 2010 01:55:30 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/31/community-bank-reports-earnings.html Community Bank has announced results for 2009. Community Bank earned $3,513,469 during 2009 for a return on equity of 9.68 percent. This compares to earnings of $3,102,650 in 2008. Earnings increased 13.24 percent. ]]> Sun, 31 Jan 2010 01:55:19 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/31/directors-officers-named.html First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Greene County reported at its annual meeting Wednesday continued asset growth and a strong loan portfolio, despite the national economic woes that have affected other financial institutions. ]]> Sun, 31 Jan 2010 01:55:18 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/31/property-transfers-15.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Jan. 22 through Jan. 28 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 31 Jan 2010 01:55:07 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/24/bcare-for-elderly-b.html The federal government has recognized that it is safer and less costly to keep elderly people in their own home for as long as they safely can. ]]> Sun, 24 Jan 2010 01:47:47 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/24/uniontown-native-named.html Icebreaker Resources, a Pittsburgh-based outsourced professional business development firm charged with the mission of increasing sales revenue of Pennsylvania and Ohio-based companies, has hired Ronald W. Kawatsky as director. ]]> Sun, 24 Jan 2010 01:47:18 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/17/ceo-gains-fellow-status.html Michelle P. Cunningham, chief executive officer of Highlands Hospital, recently became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE), the nation's leading professional society for healthcare leaders. ]]> Sun, 17 Jan 2010 01:51:38 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/17/goodwill-seeking-adults-to-mentor-teens-in-need.html Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is looking for adult volunteers who want to make a New Year's resolution to help young people overcome disadvantages and avoid delinquency. ]]> Sun, 17 Jan 2010 01:51:29 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/10/bacharach-sees-it-as-challenge.html For Paul Bacharach, two key issues facing hospitals today are establishing a more rational health care payment system and health care reform. ]]> Sun, 10 Jan 2010 02:00:40 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/10/legislator-tours-hospital-examines-new-medication-system.html State Sen. Richard Kasunic, like many people, has a phobia about hospitals. ]]> Sun, 10 Jan 2010 02:00:39 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/10/pressley-ridge-staff-honored.html Staff members at Pressley Ridge, a $72 million non-profit group that provides services for children in seven states and Washington, D.C., were recently recognized. ]]> Sun, 10 Jan 2010 02:00:28 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/10/property-transfers-14.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Dec. 31 through Jan. 7 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 10 Jan 2010 01:59:57 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/03/bbusiness-center-announces-seminars-b.html The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at St. Vincent College in Latrobe will host two seminars in January. ]]> Sun, 03 Jan 2010 09:03:39 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/03/property-transfers-13.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Dec. 28 through Dec. 30 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 03 Jan 2010 09:02:54 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/03/its-your-business-8.html Uniontown ]]> Sun, 03 Jan 2010 09:02:53 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/03/is-fish-good-for-pregnant-women.html DEAR DR. GOTT: I would appreciate your comments regarding a statement made recently by a naturalist advising against eating fish because of high levels of contaminants. ]]> Sun, 03 Jan 2010 09:02:46 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/03/bolder-job-seekers-underserved-b.html While there were rays of hope in the recently released jobless report, statistics show that one segment of the population remains overlooked and underserved. The number of unemployed individuals age 55 and older rose to 2,082,000 in November, up 54 percent from November 2008 and the most since the Bureau of Labor Statistics started keeping records for specific age groups. "The number of older workers who are seeking assistance from Experience Works has increased an average of 33 percent over last year. Many are on the brink of homelessness or are being forced to choose between shelter, food and medicine," said Joe Farrone, Pennsylvania state director for Experience Works, the nation's largest nonprofit provider of community service, training and employment opportunities for older workers. ]]> Sun, 03 Jan 2010 09:02:40 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2010/january/01/area-jobless-rates-fall-for-first-time-in-a-year.html Area jobless rates fell in November for the first time in more than a year. ]]> Fri, 01 Jan 2010 01:43:12 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/30/war-veterans-commitee-receives-donation.html The War and Veterans Committee is thankful for the postage donations it has received from Abundant Life Church, Mrs. Fitzsimmons, First Catholic Slovak Union 162, Burchanti Family, Herald-Standard newspaper, Fayette County real estate agents and all others who have assisted in shipping more than 188 packages during the last two weeks to the troops in Afghanistan, Iraq and various hospitals, according to Joe T. Joseph, chairman of the War and Veterans. ]]> Wed, 30 Dec 2009 01:38:47 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/27/property-transfers-12.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Dec. 18 through Dec. 24 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 27 Dec 2009 03:12:38 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/27/farmland-preservation-program-opens.html Fayette County commissioners have announced that the agricultural land preservation application period will run from Jan. 4 through Feb. 16. Interested landowners may apply at any time by calling Art Cappella at the Fayette County Agricultural Land Preservation office at the Fayette County Courthouse, fourth floor, Planning, Zoning and Community Development, 61 E. Main St., Uniontown, 724-430-1210. ]]> Sun, 27 Dec 2009 03:12:33 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/20/despite-sour-economy-fay-penn-brings-in-new-jobs.html While higher unemployment is aggravating the local economic situation, Fay-Penn Economic Development Council continues to work to bring in new business and expand the county's economic base. ]]> Sun, 20 Dec 2009 03:29:04 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/20/its-your-business-7.html Faith Learning Center has opened a new education center at 110 Daniel Drive, Uniontown. ]]> Sun, 20 Dec 2009 03:28:43 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/20/property-transfers-11.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Dec. 11 through Dec. 17 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 20 Dec 2009 03:28:21 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/15/local-school-announces-changes-in-programs-1.html Pennsylvania Institute of Health and Technology (PIHT) has announced newly revamped medical assistant/medical office administration programs and the addition of a practical nursing program to its curriculum, a 12-month program scheduled to begin Jan. 4. ]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 12:28:00 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/15/extension-office-presents-awards-at-annual-banquet.html The Fayette County office of Penn State Extension recently held its 2009 annual meeting and banquet at the PennCraft Community Center. More than 70 supporters and friends of Fayette County Extension enjoyed a buffet dinner and presentations. ]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:02:21 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/15/grocery-customers-donate-189000-to-help-the-needy.html CARLISLE - Customers at Giant Food Stores and Martin's Food Markets recently contributed more than $189,000 to help the needy this holiday season. In the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, customers were able to donate their free turkey certificates earned by shopping at Giant and Martin's with their BonusCard to help less fortunate neighbors. The cash value of all of the turkey certificates will be used by 86 regional food banks, local pantries and soup kitchens to provide holiday meals. ]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:02:02 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/15/parkvale-bank-team-donates-clothing-to-fayette-county-childrens-service.html The foster children of Fayette County Children and Youth Services continue to benefit through the efforts of a group of community minded employees from area Parkvale Bank branches, known as the "TriStarz" Team. Team leader is Janet Michalik, a vice president and manager of the Masontown Parkvale Branch Office. ]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:02:01 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/15/restaurant-association-honors-local-business.html For the third time in five years a Lynn Dairy Queen has won the Pennsylvania Restaurant Association (PRA) Excellence in Food Safety Award. On Nov. 1, Lynn Dairy Queen in Connellsville was recognized for the second time by the PRA's Education, Health and Food Safety Committee as a winner of the annual PRA Excellence in Food Safety Award. They received the award at the 72nd Annual PRA meeting and awards dinner at the Hilton Harrisburg & Towers in Harrisburg. This award is given to those PRA members whose employees demonstrate outstanding efforts in food safety and sanitation. These efforts include having management staff attain certification in food protection, posting hand washing signs, utilizing receiving logs, time and temperature holding/cooling charts and implementing a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point program. Participating in the award are (from left) Tammy Burkey, store manager; Roileen Schimmel, administrative assistant; Michael Bowman, assistant manager and Steve Steingart, chairman, Pennsylvania Restaurant Association (PRA) Education, Health and Safety Committee. ]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:02:00 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/15/new-angus-members.html Business album briefs ]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:01:58 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/13/area-jobless-rates-continue-to-rise-in-fayette-region.html Fayette County's jobless rate continued its upward March in October, rising to 10.6 percent, according to state analysts. ]]> Sun, 13 Dec 2009 03:30:38 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/13/restaurant-under-new-ownership.html Fox's Pizza Den & Charlie Biggs Chicken at 26 E. Fayette St., Uniontown, has new owners. ]]> Sun, 13 Dec 2009 03:30:25 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/13/property-transfers-10.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Dec. 4 through Dec. 10 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 13 Dec 2009 03:30:15 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/december/07/property-transfers-9.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Nov. 30 through Dec. 3 were as follows: ]]> Mon, 07 Dec 2009 10:06:00 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/29/utility-company-lists-payment-help-available-for-customers.html CANONSBURG - Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania has announced information to help customers plan ahead for winter heating bills and utilize the many available payment assistance programs. ]]> Sun, 29 Nov 2009 03:27:15 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/29/its-your-business-6.html Farmington ]]> Sun, 29 Nov 2009 03:27:09 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/29/bzzzzzzzzzzzmeans-life-b.html Donald J. Spence told an auditorium full of college students that their days are numbered. ]]> Sun, 29 Nov 2009 03:27:07 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/22/bno-horsing-around-b.html A miscalculation opened the path for one local businessman to expand in downtown Uniontown. ]]> Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:40:03 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/22/property-transfers-8.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Nov. 13 through Nov. 19 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:39:47 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/22/atlantic-broadband-renews-offer-of-free-services-to-military-families.html UNIONTOWN - Atlantic Broadband is looking to thank local military families for their ongoing sacrifices by providing them a communications lifeline to their loved ones overseas. ]]> Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:39:13 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/22/pa-breaker-to-receive-10000-business-micro-grant-from-fayette-washington-keystone-innovation-zone.html Joe Podolinski, coordinator for the Fayette/Washington County Keystone Innovation Zone (FWKIZ) announced that PA Breaker of Canonsburg, Washington County, has been awarded a business micro-grant. ]]> Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:39:10 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/22/casey-qualifies-for-cdc.html Brian W. Casey has been named one of Waddell & Reed's financial advisors who qualifies for the firm's Career Development Conference (CDC). ]]> Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:39:06 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/17/pa-careerlink-fayette-to-offer-information-on-gas-industry-employment-at-job-fair.html PA CareerLink will hold an informational session on getting jobs in the gas industry at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Holiday Inn, Uniontown. ]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:42:31 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/17/pa-department-of-health-honors-steinberg.html State Rep. Tim Mahoney's legislative assistants James Conway (left) and Jennifer Jeffries (far right) present Frances Steinberg of Laurel Ridge Nursing Center (center) with a citation commending her for her recognition in excellence in care giving from the Pennsylvania Department of Health. With them are (from left) Cheryl Glisan, director of nursing, and Greg Hamaker, administrator, of Laurel Ridge Nursing Center. ]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:42:17 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/17/annual-golf-outing-raises-14000-for-hospital.html The 20th annual Highlands Hospital Golf Outing was held this year at the Pleasant Valley Country Club. The net proceeds from the event were $14,118.47, and will be used for hospital renovations and new equipment. Over the years, this event has netted more than $300,000 for various hospital projects. Members of the committee that planned the event are (from left) Patty Porter, Vic Gasbarro, golf outing chairman; Michelle Cunningham, chief executive officer, and Marcia Whittaker. In back (from left) are Jace Keller, Angie Danko, Michele Duke and Denise McCloy. John Andursky, chief financial officer, was also involved in the event. ]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:42:07 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/17/gaco-procurement-fairs-help-link-contractors-govt.html California University of Pennsylvania's Government Agency Coordination Office (GACO) hosted Procurement Opportunities Fair 2009 at the Four Points by Sheraton Pittsburgh North, Mars, Oct. 28. Since it began operations in 1985, this was the 30th procurement fair GACO has sponsored. ]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:42:06 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/17/job-retraining-programs-offered-for-greene-county-unemployed.html YOUNGWOOD - The Greene County Education Center of Westmoreland County Community College in partnership with the Southwest Corner Workforce Investment Board and PA CareerLink-Greene is offering Back-to-Work, a short-term, skills-oriented training program for unemployed workers in Greene County starting in January. ]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:42:05 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/16/property-transfers-7.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Nov. 6 through Nov. 12 were as follows: ]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:35:00 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/15/great-depression-current-crisis-not-the-same-professor-says.html Is it different this time? ]]> Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:32:51 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/15/thanksgiving-festival-of-choirs-scheduled-nov-22-in-connellsville.html The annual Connellsville Thanksgiving Festival of Choirs will be held at 6 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Wesley United Methodist Church on South Pittsburgh Street, Connellsville. ]]> Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:32:43 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/15/job-fair-oil-gas-industry-looking-for-workers.html Entry-level jobs in the oil and natural gas industry can start at $40,000 and reach as much as $80,000 a year. ]]> Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:32:38 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/15/spence-to-speak-at-ceo-series.html It's Your Business ]]> Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:32:25 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/08/area-national-city-bank-offices-turn-into-pnc-starting-monday.html What began as Gallatin National Bank and through mergers became National City Bank will disappear on Monday, also due to merger. ]]> Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:55:33 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/08/livestock-auctions-crop-sales.html Livestock auctions, crop sales ]]> Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:55:18 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/08/business-education-program-looks-for-e-mentors.html A local business-education program is looking for mentors for Fayette County students. ]]> Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:55:13 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/08/its-your-business-5.html Tri-State Society for Human Resource Management will hold a seminar, "Pre-Employment Screening: Reducing the Risks Through Better Practices,'' from noon to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 24 at the Fayette Chamber of Commerce office, 65 W. Main St., Uniontown. ]]> Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:54:10 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/08/property-transfers-6.html Property transfers ]]> Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:54:07 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/01/belder-care-b.html With baby boomers reaching retirement age, emphasis on elder care is growing, especially by business. ]]> Sun, 01 Nov 2009 03:17:49 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/01/program-compares-recession-depression.html It's Your Business ]]> Sun, 01 Nov 2009 03:17:04 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/november/01/property-transfers-5.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Oct. 23 through Oct. 29 were as follows: ]]> Sun, 01 Nov 2009 02:16:50 -0500 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/27/property-transfers-4.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Oct. 16 through 22 were as follows: ]]> Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:59:00 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/27/-2d53979121.html Ground was officially broken Oct. 12 for the 3,000-square-foot resident and kitchen addition at Peroni Personal Care Home on Easy Street, Uniontown. Participating were (from left) Monica Valeri of Albert Gallatin Home Care; Dana Kendrick of Fay-Penn Economic Development Council; Judy Loomis, Albert Gallatin Home Care registered nurse; Tony Peroni, owner; James Marmol, project manager of K2 Engineering; Linda Yuhaniak of Fay-Penn; Neal Christopher, legislative assistant for state Rep. Tim Mahoney; and Uniontown Mayor Ed Fike. ]]> Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:31:41 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/27/at-california-university.html CALIFORNIA - Owners of small businesses involved with technology and innovation can learn how to obtain federal funding at a free workshop from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Kara Alumni House at California University of Pennsylvania. ]]> Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:31:18 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/27/work-land-and-cattle-co-ranks-ninth-in-state-angus-registration.html Work Land and Cattle Co., Uniontown, ranked as ninth largest in registering the most Angus beef cattle in Pennsylvania, having recorded 48 head of Angus with the American Angus Association during fiscal year 2009, which ended Sept. 30, according to Bryce Schumann, CEO of the American Angus Association. ]]> Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:31:17 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/25/pennsylvania-is-offering-grants-to-youths-for-innovative-projects.html HARRISBURG - Direct and matching grants for projects that increase knowledge and awareness of agricultural and rural issues among youth are now available, acting Agriculture secretary, Russell Redding, said. ]]> Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:44:41 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/25/penn-state-cooperative-extension-offering-course-for-new-farmers.html Fayette County office of Penn State Cooperative Extension is offering a short course for hopeful new farmers in southwestern Pennsylvania. ]]> Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:44:32 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/25/saint-vincent-will-host-forum.html LATROBE - Saint Vincent College Small Business Development Center will host a forum on alternative financing on Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Saint Vincent College. ]]> Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:43:25 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/25/its-your-business-4.html Work Land and Cattle Co., Uniontown, is ranked as ninth largest in registering the most Angus beef cattle in Pennsylvania. ]]> Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:43:23 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/19/property-transfers-3.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Oct. 9 through Oct. 15 were as follows: ]]> Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:38:00 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/18/ceo-conversations-continue.html The fall 2009 CEO Conversations series at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus, continues Wednesday with guest speaker, Steve Tritch, chairman of Westinghouse Electric Company. The hour-long program begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Maggie Hardy Magerko Auditorium in the Community Center. The series is free and open to the public. ]]> Sun, 18 Oct 2009 04:05:28 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/12/property-transfers-2.html Property transfers listed in the Fayette County recorder of deeds office from Oct. 2 through Oct. 8 were as follows: ]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:42:00 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/11/fayette-chamber-of-commerce-honors-local-man-as-citizen-of-the-year.html Fayette Chamber of Commerce has named Mark Rafail of Uniontown as recipient of its Citizen of the Year award. ]]> Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:34:17 -0400 http://www.heraldstandard.com/news_detail/article/1244/2009/october/11/new-dealership-emphasizes-its-not-the-same-old-ford.html Don Krzysiak and Dave Coffman each worked for the former National Ford dealership in Uniontown long before it was sold in the early part of this decade. ]]> Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:34:15 -0400