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Bridge Lit Fest to enjoy new space for its second year
The Bridge Lit Fest, previously known as the Wildcat Lit Fest, will take place on August 10 at the newly acquired Venango Campus, thanks to the Oil Region Alliance (ORA). This year’s festival will include expanded activities and staff, with writing workshops led by published professionals for writers aged 18 and older. New workshop genres like multi-genre and science fiction and fantasy worldbuilding will be introduced, alongside returning genres such as fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. The event will also feature book vendors, a book sale, meals, a plein air hike or bike ride, and an open mic session. Organizers hope to expand the festival into a two-day event in the future. Registration costs $65, with a reduced fee of $30 for college and trade school students.
Allegheny Thunder Chickens 8u Goes 4-0 in Pair of Weekend Doubleheaders
WARREN, Pa. – The Allegheny Thunder Chickens 8u team had a busy, and successful, weekend in a pair of doubleheaders Friday and Sunday. They hosted Bradford Ramblers on Friday night, and the Franklin Firestorm 8u on Sunday, sweeping both teams. They are hosting Erie Outlaws on Wednesday, July 17,...
Three players land on NABC’s Honors Court
KANSAS CITY, Mo.–Three Westminster College men’s basketball players were named to the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Honors Court Monday. Recent graduates Andrew Clark (New Middletown, Ohio, Springfield Local) and Reese Leone (Beloit, Ohio, West Branch), along with rising senior Russell Kwiat (New Castle, Pa., Neshannock), were recognized. It was the second-straight year Clark and Leone claimed spots on the NABC’s Honors Court. The NABC Honors Court includes junior, senior and graduate students who finished the 2023-24 year with a cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 3.2 or higher. The NABC’s academic awards recognize teams and athletes from all levels…
Six individuals, women's team claims All-Academic honors from USTFCCCA
NEW ORLEANS--Six members of the Westminster College women's track and field program were recognized Monday afternoon by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) as Division III All-Academic Athletes. Recent graduates Madison Conley (New Castle, Pa., New Castle), Breannda Davis (Streetsboro, Ohio, Streetsboro), Jess Fatigati (McDonald,...
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library coming to Beaver County next month
NEW BRIGHTON ― A new program promoted by a country music icon is bringing books to Beaver County children starting in August. Representatives for the Beaver County Department of Human Services and The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Beaver County have announced they will officially launch Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program for children across the region. A part of the Dollywood Foundation nonprofit, the program provides books to young children each month.
Former ‘Dance Moms’ Star Christi Lukasiak Arrested For DUI After Crashing Her Car Into A Tree
Dance Moms alum Christi Lukasiak was arrested for a DUI that occurred on June 27. According to documents secured by TMZ, a telephone pole was left “hanging over” Christi’s vehicle after she crashed into a tree in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, late last month. Per the outlet, the police claimed that Christi’s breath smelled like alcohol, her speech was “slurred,” and her eyes were “bloodshot and glassy.” ‘RHOC’ Exclusive Clip: Tamra Judge Tells Alexis Bellino To “Stop Banging” Shannon Beador’s Ex If She Wants To “Move Forward” Citing the documents, the outlet reports that Christi confessed to drinking two glasses of wine prior to...
Primanti Bros. giving away free sandwiches today honoring Pittsburgh Pirate Paul Skenes if you wear a mustache
In honor of his selection to Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game – Primanti Bros. is giving any fan with a mustache a free Classic Primanti Bros. sandwich during the All-Star Game on Tuesday, July 16 at 8PM.
Watch: The anticipated Paul Skenes-Aaron Judge matchup lasted just one pitch
The one matchup that the baseball world wanted to see in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game was Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes going against New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge.The best young power pitcher in baseball, getting the All-Star Game start just 11 starts into his career, going against the best power hitter in baseball and likely American League MVP winner. Given the way the regular season matchup between Paul Skenes and Shohei Ohtani went earlier this season, the prospect of the Skenes-Judge matchup was the type of thing that could draw in viewers. Baseball fans ended up getting that matchup...
New grocery store to open its doors in Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — Save A Lot, a discount grocery store, announced that a store will be opening up in Johnstown, located at 346 Sheridan Street. The store will open on Wednesday, July 17 at 8 a.m. The first 100 customers will receive a Save A Lot reusable bag filled with “grocery favorites.” At noon […]
PIAA asks appellate court to lift injunction that keeps Aliquippa in 4A football
Jul. 16—A Commonwealth Court judge must decide whether there was a reasonable basis for the preliminary injunction issued by a lower court that kept the Aliquippa football team in Class 4A. Appellate Judge Patricia McCullough heard opposing arguments Tuesday from attorneys representing Aliquippa School District and the PIAA, which wants the injunction put on hold so it can move the team up to ...
A history of political violence in the U.S., from Hamilton to Harvey Milk to Gabby Giffords
The attack on Donald Trump at his rally in Butler, Pa., Saturday, led to condemnations of political violence from all across the spectrum. But if anyone’s shocked that the attack happened, well, there’s actually a long history of such violence in the U.S., with duels between rivals, fights in Congress, and assassinations or attempted assassinations of presidents, other politicians, and civil rights leaders — including, from our own community, Harvey Milk.
Northern Cambria Sewer Line Replacement Meeting
Dozens of voices were heard tonight at a Cambria County borough meeting. Northern Cambria Borough held a public comment meeting to discuss changes with the area’s sewer lines. Officials say they’re planning to potentially replace and test the lines throughout the entire Borough. For several hours, dozens of...
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