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Somerset County volunteer fire companies vote to merge
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Two volunteer fire companies in Somerset County announced they are creating a new merged organization. Over the past year and a half, the Fridens Volunteer Fire Company said they’ve been working closely with the Somerset Vol. Fire Department in creating one merged organization. On Wednesday, July 17, members voted and […]
State Rep. Rigby announces infrastructure award for Windber
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Representative Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) announced a $14 million award to the Windber Area Authority to aid in improving the wastewater treatment process. The money, which is divided into a $6 million grant and an $8.5 million loan from PENNVEST, will be diverted to building a new Autothermal Thermophilic Aerobic […]
Friends group and commission at odds over High Point Lake project
Friends of High Point Lake approached Somerset County Commissioners Tuesday for help. The group is concerned about a proposed project at High Point Lake by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission to have the breast and spillway replaced. The work is expected to cost $7.5 million, according to a May 23, 2023, story...
Somerset County property transfers for the week of July 8-12
Here are the property transfers recorded with the Somerset County Recorder of Deeds from July 8-12. Donna Geizura to David Moore, Middlecreek Township, $20,000.Tina Kennedy to Beatty Properties LLC, Quemahoning Township, $101,000.Daniel Lamar and Esther Marie Miller to Andrew and Diane Martin, Stonycreek Township, $825,000. ...
Johnstown Flood Memorial announces Evening on the Lake program
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Johnstown Flood National Memorial plans to address the public on their Evening on the Lake program on Tuesday, July 23. The topic will speak upon ongoing and future park projects from multiple park divisions. Some topics will include park-owned structures, such as the Club House, Double Cottage and Lippincott Cottage. […]
Roof Garden Biz: New hires, honorees, new business notices
Roof Garden Biz is a monthly roundup of business happenings in Somerset County. To submit an item, email news@dailyamerican.com. The following are some of the business-related news from the month in the Somerset County area. ...
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