Restoration of historic cast-iron bridge in Brownsville delays reopening
Numerous fundraisers are planned for a California Area School District sophomore who was killed Friday night in an electric dirt bike accident. Roscoe Volunteer Fire Company has scheduled two community events to benefit the family of Ayden Stahl, 16, of Roscoe, who died after the electric dirt bike he was riding struck a fallen tree felled by high winds Friday on Highland Drive behind Adamson Stadium in California at about 8:30 p.m. Stahl’s death was ruled accidental by the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s office. The cause of death was listed as multiple blunt force injuries to the head and trunk. California police Chief Jim Smith called it a "freak accident," noting there ...
Though some local state officeholders will be facing challenges from within their own party in the May 19 primary election, congressional incumbents will be able to enjoy a much quieter season. In the 14th Congressional District, Republican Guy Reschenthaler will face no GOP challenger for the seat he has held since 2019. Now the chief deputy whip for the majority-Republican House, Reschenthaler has easily won re-election in a heavily red district that includes all of Washington, Greene and Fayette counties, and portions of Somerset, Westmoreland and Indiana counties. The only Democratic candidate to file for the race is Alan Bradstock, a U.S. Army veteran and retired FBI agent. U.S. ...
The Gala of Giving on April 25 will support the Catalyst for Change grant given by the Community Foundation of Fayette County. The foundation has awarded $175,000 in the grants through event proceeds, supporting Fayette County projects, and an additional $100,000 will be awarded this summer. The grants support nonprofits that will make a significant impact that will spark meaningful and measurable change in the county. Tickets include dinner, live music, an auction and after party at Seven Springs Mountain Resort. To purchase a ticket, donate an item or become a sponsor, go to www.cffayettepa.org.
The Learning Lamp, with funding from an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) POWER grant, provided mini-grats to new and existing child care providers in the region. The money allowed providers to invest in quality programs, better support children and expand access to child care. Fifty-seven grants of up to $1,000 were given in Fayette, Somerset, Westmoreland, Blair, Bedford and Cambria counties. The funds were used to buy playground equipment, curriculum, outdoor items like fencing and sunshades, and classroom equipment like shelves, center supplies, and cabinets. The grant allowed the program director to supplement wages during its startup. Among the recipients were ...
The Pennsylvania State Grange and Grange Foundation are offering scholarship opportunities to post-secondary students. The Pennsylvania State Grange Foundation Scholarship is available to all students, regardless of grange membership, entering their junior or senior year of college. Up to four, $500 scholarships will be awarded based on merit and commitment. Deaf Interpreter Scholarship will be awarded to those enrolled in a credible program leading to certification as an interpreter for the deaf. The award is $250. The Grange Scholarship Endowment at Penn State University recognizes the outstanding work of an undergraduate student enrolled in at least their sophomore year at ...
Albert Gallatin was looking for a new baseball head coach for the 2026 season when it came upon a resume it couldn't pass up. Applying for the job was a man who had guided his former team to three playoff berths in the last five years and in the past two seasons alone had compiled a combined ...
The men’s basketball teams at PennWest California and Gannon have played quite a series this season. Four times the Vulcans and Golden Knights have met, with each team winning a pair of games. College basketball, however, is not decided by a series. That’s why Gannon is still playing ...
MIAMI (AP) — Paul Skenes pitched with poise through pressure, dispatching a series of stars on a night of great stakes in a sold-out stadium with millions watching on TV. This was the type of game he never sees with the Pittsburgh Pirates and he may not experience on a regular basis until ...
Cheers: We’re in the home stretch of the Herald-Standard’s annual Give-A-Christmas campaign to support the Salvation Army service centers in Fayette County. It’s not too late to contribute to help us meet our $10,000 goal. All donations remain in the local area to help fund the ...
KLEINFELTERSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A few dozen birdwatchers gathered in the predawn darkness to wait for the moment when thousands of migrating snow geese stopped honking and preening to suddenly take flight from a Pennsylvania reservoir. The mesmerizing display, about an hour after sunrise, was ...
