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James David Procratsky

Uniontown James David Procratsky, 69, of Uniontown, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025. He took his last breath surrounded by Jesus and the love of his family. James was a retired coal miner from the Dilworth Coal Mine and a member of the UMWA Union. He proudly took part in the Bass ...

Mark Daniel Stewart

Smock Mark Daniel "Danny" Stewart, 59, of Smock, PA, passed away peacefully December 1, 2025, with family by his side. Friends will be received in the SHELL FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 164 S. Mt. Vernon Ave., Uniontown, PA, Monday, December 8, from 10 to to 1 p.m. the time of service. Interment will ...

Holiday happenings

The holidays were in full swing this weekend around Fayette County. The Grinch was among the celebrities who made an appearance at this year’s Connellsville Christmas parade, sponsored by the Greater Connellsville Chamber of Commerce on Saturday in the city’s downtown. Marching units ...

Robena Mine disaster mourned

The work life of the 37 miners who lost their lives in an explosion at the Robena Mine 63 years ago would still be all too recognizable to miners today, said Michael Phillippi. “I've listened to statements from survivors of Robena, and the things they said were the company put production ...

Waynesburg welcomes Santa

The color guard wore antlers, the cattle donned holiday garlands and a vintage fire truck was topped by a smiling Kris Kringle. The elevated levels of yuletide cheer were matched by a festive crowd along High Street for Saturday’s Christmas parade in Waynesburg. The annual highlight has ...