Mcchesneytown-loyalhanna
LATEST NEWS
National wrestling event to be held at UPJ; local wrestlers set to compete
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Two local wrestlers are set to compete in a national event later this year, as organizers announced that it will be held at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. On Thursday, FloWrestling announced that it’s Who’s Number One event will be held at the UPJ...
Fatal Crash On PA Rt 322: Police
A fatal crash near a hospital closed PA Route 322 for several hours on Friday morning, July 19, Derry Township Police announced in a release. The deadly crash happened in the 800 block of East Governor Road/PA Rt 322 around 3:30 a.m., according to the police. The area is along the same ro…
Trafford Junior Legion baseball wins Westmoreland County title
Trafford Junior Legion team captured the Westmoreland Junior League title July 16 by defeating 14th Ward (Woodland Hills), 6-1. Trafford combined a strong pitching performance by Dom Delio and the clutch hitting of Evan Gigliotti to pull out the win. Delio took a perfect game into the seventh inning before...
3 dead after crash on PA Turnpike in Penn Township [update]
Three people died after a crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Penn Township early Saturday morning. Emergency crews responded to the turnpike at mile marker 268.8 eastbound just before 4:30 a.m. for a report of a two-vehicle crash, according to Cpl. Richard Levan, spokesperson for Pennsylvania State Police Troop T.
Belle Vernon advances through winner’s bracket
Belle Vernon scored four runs in the top of the third inning Saturday on its way to a 6-2 victory over Ambridge Saturday in the winner’s bracket of the American Legion Baseball Region 6 tournament at Chippewa Park. Belle Vernon advances to the winner’s bracket final against Connellsville on...
Dorothy E. Menser
Dorothy E. Menser, 100, of Somerset, died July 14, 2024 at The Patriot. Born June 30, 1924 in Lavansville, daughter of Albert Russell and Orpha Mae (Gross) Bruner. Preceded in death by parents; 1st husband Clayton Blubaugh, 2nd husband John Menser, son Blaine Blubaugh, 4 brothers, and 2 sisters. Survived by granddaughter Jennifer Horst and husband Michael; great-granddaughters: Kimberly (Noah) Horst-Parker and Kathryn Horst; step son John D. (Jean) Menser; step daughter: Beverly Minick; 5 step grandchildren; and 13 step great-grandchildren.
WATCH: Juwan Morgan, Julian Gamble Recap Assembly Ball's 89-79 Win Over The Cru
Former Indiana Hoosiers forward Juwan Morgan and former Miami Hurricanes center Julian Gamble met with the media following Assembly Ball's 89-79 win over The Cru on Friday night at Hinkle Fieldhouse in The Basketball Tournament.
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis headlines annual state Mayors' Conference in Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania, Austin Davis, visited Johnstown on Friday where he spoke at the Pennsylvania State Mayors' Association annual conference. Lt. Gov. Davis talked with us about the bipartisan budget for next year that Governor Josh Shapiro signed last week. He says the...
Search ends for suspect in "unfounded" report of White Township kidnap attempt
The search has ended for an unknown white male who allegedly grabbed a juvenile female near her White Township home. Trooper Laken J. Morris of the State Police Troop A, Indiana, Criminal Investigation Unit said late Saturday that, as a result of canvassing the area and further investigation, this incident has been unfounded and closed.
Vrieling, Patriots Fire One-Hit Shutout In Series Opening Win Over Altoona
The Somerset Patriots fired a one-hit shutout to defeat the Altoona Curve 2-0 on Friday night in their series opener at TD Bank Ballpark. Friday marked the second one-hit shutout of the season for Somerset, with the first coming on 4/19 vs. HFD. The one-hit gem was the Patriots sixth shutout of the season and first hurled since 5/19 vs. POR. Out the Patriots six shutouts, Friday was the fourth started by Trystan Vrieling.
Statewide Alert canceled in Indiana after missing 19-year-old was located
GREENSBURG, Ind. — A Statewide Silver Alert for a missing 19-year-old in Indiana has been canceled on Friday night. The Greensburg Police Department said 19-year-old Mia Wilson was found around 4:15 p.m. Friday in the New Castle area. Police credited a tipster who provided information on Mia's whereabouts on...
The Stroller, July 20, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Golf scramble fundraiser to aid Fun and Freedom. Fun and...
Indiana Sports Hall of Fame weekend gets underway in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – The Indiana Sports Hall of Fame is having it’s third induction banquet this Saturday. They held a fundraising dinner on Friday night to kick things off. Multiple Indiana sports legends are attending including Dave Schellhase. Schellhase is a North and Purdue alumnus, who also played in the NBA for the Chicago […]
Allegheny Shotokan students qualify for WKC World Championships
Thirteen students from North Huntingdon’s Allegheny Shotokan Viola Karate Dojo will compete at the World Karate and Kickboxing Commission World Championships, set for Oct. 26-Nov. 1, in Albufeira, Portugal. The group qualified at the WKC national championships June 7-8, in Detroit. Those who finished in the top four in...
Lieutenant Governor addresses mayors from across state on safety
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — Mayors from across the Commonwealth gathered in Johnstown for the Pennsylvania State Mayor’s Association Annual Conference. Many of the speakers, including Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis focused on addressing safety concerns throughout the commonwealth and what steps the governor has taken to help. Legislators hope the new state budget, passed earlier in […]
'We just have that connection' | WNBA All-Star team includes 3 from Indiana Fever
PHOENIX — This weekend, three Indiana Fever stars are in Phoenix for the WNBA All Star Game. Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell were all selected to compete. It hot in Phoenix - 108 degrees on Friday - but that's not just because they're in Arizona in the middle of July.
A different kind of Warrior baseball team at Indiana Tech
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Casey Lee has had a passion for baseball for as long as he can remember. “Growing up I loved baseball,” Lee said. “My parents would buy me baseball almanacs when I was a kid.”. Lee coaches the WarDogs, but the WarDogs are no...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.