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Most dogs hoarded in Bedford County have been adopted, humane society said
BEDFORD COUNTY (WTAJ)– Almost six months since over 90 dogs were rescued from a Bedford County home, the Bedford County Humane Society is close to finding forever homes for all of the dogs involved. It has been a long hard road for the humane society workers and volunteers, and a long recovery for the dogs […]
Who bought and who sold property in Somerset County May 13-17?
Here are the property transfers recorded with the Somerset County Recorder of Deeds from May 13-17. Larry Yaukey to Stanley Plume, Addison Township, $12,466.20. Somerset K&S LLC to Broad Street Brothers LLC, Somerset Township, $1,016,000. Donald Fritz, executor of the estate of Margie Laverne Fritz, to August Airsman, Lincoln Township,...
Looking for fresh produce? Here's some farmers markets in Somerset County
Somerset County communities sponsor farmers' markets during the summer months. Here are some of them:. A new farmers market in Confluence happens four times throughout the summer, 8 a.m. to noon, May 25, June 29, Aug. 3 and Sept. 7. Each visit promises a unique experience brimming with local flavors and crafts. https://confluencefarmers.com/
Somerset County Commissioners accept water system chief resignation; hire 911 coordinator
Somerset County Commissioners have accepted the resignation of Terry Stutzman, chief operator of the Somerset County General Authority Water System. In his resignation, Stutzman said it was time to move on for his personal life, said Commissioner Irvin Kimmel Jr. There are four positions within the authority, but right now...
Somerset attorneys went to county schools to share what Law Day represents
SOMERSET — For nearly 60 years student tours of the courthouse conducted by local attorneys followed on Law Day, May 1, with a ceremony held in a courtroom before the county judges sitting en banc. Learning how the judicial system works and its importance in society has been a...
Conemaugh Township Area School District plans three-year renovation project, tax increases
DAVIDSVILLE ― As the Conemaugh Township Area School District prepares to graduate its 85th class of high school students on May 30, the administration and board of directors are preparing to guide the district through a capital improvement project intended to secure its educational future in Somerset County. This...
Military personnel to be remembered at Rockwood and Patriot Park events
Two additional events are planned in Somerset County this weekend to honor the sacrifices of local and national military personnel. Rockwood will dedicate its Veterans Memorial and Community Park at 11 a.m. Saturday in the park at the corner of Market and Main streets. Touch of Brass will provide music. There will...
Betcher, Sleek voted Daily American Somerset County Athlete of the Week for May 13-18
Windber track and field athlete Lukas Betcher was voted Daily American Somerset County Male Athlete of the Week while Conemaugh Township track and field athlete Baylee Sleek was selected Female Athlete of the Week for their efforts May 13-18. Betcher upset defending District 5 Track and Field champion Bryson Hetz in the javelin with a throw of 165-09. ...
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