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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 […]
Somerset communities issue water conservation guidelines; farmers feeling heat of drought
Dry conditions through June and July have caught up with Somerset County as more municipalities have issued water conservation guidelines and farmers expect a bleak year of production. On Thursday, the National Integrated Drought Information System reported that 77,715 people in Somerset County are affected by drought, which is an increase of 100%...
Bedford County Fair returns to celebrate 150 years
BEDFORD, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Bedford County Fair is back in town and this year, the fair is celebrating its 150th anniversary. The fair started Sunday with a rabbit show and judging contests. Throughout the week there will be tractor pulls, racing, bull riding and military appreciation. “It feels great. Some of us have been […]
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