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Chief Deputy Reschenthaler announces ‘mobile’ office hours
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) announced that his staff will be holding mobile office hours throughout Pennsylvania, with one stop in Somerset County. During these mobile office sessions, constituents can receive help with Social Security and Medicare issues, federal grant funding, passports and visas, immigration and naturalization services, veterans’ […]
Update: Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in Somerset and Bedford counties Wednesday night
An updated report was issued from the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 9:49 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 10:30 p.m. for Somerset and Bedford counties. Residents should prepare for wind gusts of up to 55 mph. "At 9:49 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Frostburg, moving east...
How the Pennsylvania Maple Museum came to Somerset County
SOMERSET ― Maple tree tapping may be over for the year, but here's a new opportunity in Somerset County to experience the thrill of the maple syrup-making season all year long. On Saturday, the Pennsylvania Maple Museum officially opens to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Somerset Historical Center,...
PASSAR taking on a 'monumental' project
What does the Somerset County Courthouse not have?. That's what Nancy Lehman asked her husband, William. A monument to the Revolutionary War soldiers was the answer. The couple live near the courthouse in Somerset. Bill is a member of The Great Glades Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution (PASSAR) and Nancy is a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).
A Braille American flag? The Flight 93 National Memorial now has one
SHANKSVILLE ― The American flag is one of the most recognized symbols of our country, but its 50 stars and 13 stripes aren’t visible to Americans who are blind or have low vision, including veterans who lost their eyesight as a result of their military service. A bronze...
PennDOT to host job fair in Somerset County
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will be hosting a job fair in Somerset County. The event is set for June 26 from 3-6 p.m. at the PennDOT Somerset County location (1312 North Center Avenue). If you’re looking for an opportunity in the transportation field then this might just be […]
Somerset County schools list fourth quarter honor rolls
Somerset County school districts have listed their honor roll students for the fourth nine-week grading period. Berlin Brothersvalley High honors Seventh grade: Ryanne Gair, Logan Karwatsky, Genevieve Kent, Callie Ritchey, Piper...
United Way of the Southern Alleghenies allocating $1,044,252 to partner agencies
United Way of the Southern Alleghenies has allocated $1,044,252 to 39 partner agencies across Blair, Cambria and Somerset counties. The funds will directly support programming designed to address community needs that would otherwise remain unserved or underserved. Core investments continue to fund programs that provide early childhood development, parental engagement, and youth drug and alcohol prevention services and education.
Memorial 5K in memory of Mike Reese set at Mammoth Park
An event in memory of the late state Rep. Mike Reese is set for July 6 at Mammoth Park. The Mike Reese Memorial 5K — Roast, Run and Family Fun is $50 for adults and $25 for people under 21. The donation includes the run, food, drinks and entertainment. Youth sports teams can get a special discount by emailing mikereesememorialfund@gmail.com.
Meet the 2024 Daily American Somerset County All-Star Softball Team and Coach of the Year
Meyersdale claimed its fourth straight District 5 Class 1A softball title and advanced to the PIAA quarterfinals before falling to eventual state champion DuBois Central Catholic. The Red Raiders (22-3) were guided by senior standout Izabella Donaldson. For the third consecutive year, Donaldson was tabbed Daily American Somerset County All-Star Softball Team Player...
Elk County receives more than $2M for Brockport water project
HARRISBURG – Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced Wednesday more than $6.5 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to ensure safe water and sewage systems in Blair, Elk and Somerset counties. Elk County:. According to a DCED press release, Elk County was...
Somerset County Dairy Princess makes many appearances and promotions during reign
Looking at her year of appearances, promotions, fundraisers and just plain getting out and talking to people about dairy, one would not be able to tell that Carlie Knott was not raised on a dairy farm. Carlie Knott, from Allenvale, said she was honored to serve as the 2023-24 Somerset County Dairy Princess....
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