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Central Pa. bank is closing 19 branches
Lancaster-based Fulton Bank is closing more than a dozen branches. Fulton Bank plans to close 13 of its branches and consolidate the operations of those offices into Fulton Bank branches nearby. On average, there is another financial center within about 1.5 miles of the locations that are closing, according to a bank spokesperson.
Site of former LA fitness eyed for new store in Bethel Park
The scene of a demolished building that housed fitness centers is proposed as the site for a new store. Bethel Park Council approved the preliminary/final plan for Floor & Décor, to be located at 3000 Oxford Drive, where there previously was an LA Fitness and before that, Bally’s.
Mullet grand champion at Lebanon Area Fair had great hair - and the painted-on abs helped
It might have been a bit more than just the mullet that won Drew Zimmerman, 12, the grand champion trophy at the first-ever mullet contest at the Lebanon Area Fair. He believes the painted-on abs helped. ...
Allegheny Valley looks into cellphone restrictions for students during classroom time
Is there a reason why the Allegheny Valley School District isn’t restricting students’ access to their cellphones during instructional time in the classroom?. That’s the question school board directors asked administrators Wednesday to look into. Board member Larry Pollick suggested the district implement a policy restricting cellphone...
Pirates Unravel in Sixth, Fall 4-3 to Diamondbacks
The Pittsburgh Pirates had an early three-run lead but the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied for a 4-3 win at Chase Field on Friday night. Andrew McCutchen put the Pirates (52-51) ahead 3-0 in the second inning after driving in Joey Bart with a double. McCutchen’s RBI double was his 1,638th hit in a Pirates uniform, which ties him with Fred Clarke for 10th place on the franchise’s all-time list.
Former Harrisburg Mall tenant finds new home
An AT&T store will open at High Pointe Commons. AT&T has leased 1,600 square feet of space at High Pointe Commons, a 324,322-square-foot shopping center in Swatara Township. The store will be located next to the FedEx store. The AT&T store is tentatively scheduled to open on Sept. 30 and...
Leechburg Area hires new business manager
Leechburg Area School Board members hired a new business manager at a special voting meeting Thursday night. Gregory Cessna was hired in a 7-0 vote. Board members Anthony Townsend and Andrew Pallus were absent from the meeting. The hiring comes after the district’s previous manager, Teresa Edinger, resigned in May...
UPMC celebrates 175th anniversary of Passavant
This year, the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center health system is celebrating the 175th anniversary of the UPMC Passavant hospital. Founded in 1849 in the Uptown section of Pittsburgh, the first hospital — now known as UPMC Passavant-McCandless — has since moved to Babcock Road in the North Hills neighborhood, and later gained a sister location in Cranberry Township.
Action Track Recap: King Jr scores BRP Mod Tour win; Garvin Jr returns to victory lane; Christian Schneider get win number 4; Priest wins in 305s
Sarver, PA (July 26, 2024) A perfect night covered the Action Track as we celebrated Christmas in July presented by Panza Supply. Allegheny Sprint Tour 305 Sprint Cars substituted for the Peoples Natural Gas 410 Sprint Cars after they ran on Tuesday night against the High Limit Racing series for the Don Martin Memorial Silver Cup. The BRP Modified Tour made their second and final appearance. Honoring hero, Corey Comperatore, with a video and a moment of silence before opening ceremonies. We also saluted the Buffalo Township Fire and Safety Team by going 4 wide before each feature as the safety vehicles and the #1 Cochran Ford pace truck led the field around the Action Track.
Cambridge Springs Fireman’s Carnival returns for its 70th year
The Cambridge Springs Fireman’s Carnival is back for its 70th year to support operating expenses for the organization. “It’s our largest fundraiser, so it goes for equipment upgrades, training, repairs and all kinds of things. The community supports us, and it’s all about community helping community,” said Kathi Camp, chairman of the Cambridge Springs Volunteer Fire Department.
Statue honoring Corey Comperatore installed outside Buffalo Township VFC
BUFFALO TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Outside the Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Company whereCorey Comperatore served, people are leaving flowers and other items near a statue of the fallen firefighter who was shot and killed at the Donald Trump rally. Just a few miles away, a banner is posted outside the...
PREVIEW: Jonah’s Call Anglican Church moves to the Northside
On May 5 Jonah’s Call Anglican Church moved into its new location at 907 Middle St. The move converted Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church to an Anglican Church that traces its “spiritual heritage back through the historic Church of England,” according to the church’s website. “Jonah’s Call” is in reference to the Prophet Jonah, “who was called upon to preach the news of God’s love to a city that needed to hear it,” according to Jonah 3:1-10 in the Bible.
Steelers veteran believes undrafted rookie is 'going to be a great player'
It's not often that an undrafted rookie makes enough of an impression to earn reps with the first-team defense to start training camp, but that's exactly what is happening in Pittsburgh.Undrafted rookie cornerback Beanie Bishop has been one of the biggest stars of Steelers training camp thus far, flashing his coverage ability over the first two days. My thoughts on Day 2 of #Steelers training camp. When will QB Russell Wilson return and who’s standing out? pic.twitter.com/Pjzha9YppL— Aaron Becker (@Aaron_M_Becker) July 26, 2024 Bishop hasn't just impressed his coaches, either. Veteran safety DeShon Elliott believes Bishop's NFL future is looking bright."He's doing...
Steelers rookie LB draws early glowing reviews
Steelers rookie linebacker Payton Wilson has caught the attention of fans as the first player to take the field on the first two days of training camp.Now he's starting to catch the attention of his teammates on the field. Veteran safety DeShon Elliott raved about the rookie on Friday."He might be the most mature rookie when it comes to preparation," Elliott said. "He's a freak athlete. He's really smart. He learns from his mistakes, and he doesn't repeat them twice."Wilson, the No. 98 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, may be Pittsburgh's most athletic linebacker since Ryan Shazier.The NC...
Paperwork error from clerk of courts office leads to inmate’s early release
Erroneous paperwork from the Dauphin County Clerk of Courts Office led to the release of an inmate who should have been sent to state prison to serve a 3 to 6-year sentence, according to a county spokesperson. Paperwork from the clerk’s office said Tymire Murray should be released, just hours...
Superior Court reverses judge's bail denial in Sewickley torture case
Three months after an Allegheny County judge denied bail to a suspect accused of torturing a man in Sewickley, an appeals court ruled that he must be granted bail. Pennsylvania law says that every criminal defendant is entitled to bail unless they face a potential life prison term or there is no combination of bail conditions that could ensure the safety of the community.
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