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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. ...
Verizon receiving $13.5 million to bring high speed internet to Somerset County
Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority has approved $204 million in Broadband Infrastructure Program grant awards to 53 projects in 42 Pennsylvania counties. “Too many Pennsylvanians don’t have the high-speed internet they need to do their homework, support their small business or stay connected with loved ones. Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, we’re changing that,” said U.S. Sen. Bob Casey in a news release. “This funding will help close the digital divide in Pennsylvania communities that need it most, rural and urban areas alike.”
Somerset County property transfers for the week of May 6-10
Here are the property transfers recorded with the Somerset County Recorder of Deeds from May 6-10. Lisa Burton to Kristy Bustamante, Shade Township, $49,900. Richard and Sherry Sherrin to Brian and Kiflyn McCabe, Jenner Township, $20,000. Christopher and Kym Pelcher to Apres Ski Rentals LLC, Middlecreek Township, $425,000. Richard and...
Marshalls, 'needed and welcomed here' opens in Somerset County
It was a lively morning Thursday at 1534 N. Center Ave. when Marshalls opened its doors for the first time. There was a ribbon cutting, and a gift given to the first person in a long line that began to form at about 7:30 a.m. The new retail store opened at 8 a.m. and the line snaked along the sidewalk past the store. By 8:02 a.m., the parking lot in front of the store was nearly full. Cars continued to roll in slowly as drivers looked for rare parking spaces.
What's going on this Memorial Day? Here's what we know
Somerset County communities will be observing Memorial Day, May 27. Here are some of the events planned: Stoystown Memorial Day Parade and celebrate Stoystown 250 The Stoystown Legion and Lions Club annual celebration will begin with a service in front of Deaner Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m. with the parade immediately following. The service...
Somerset County school districts set for graduation ceremonies
Somerset County's high schools are set to graduate the senior class of 2024 in the next couple of weeks. Here is a list of the graduation times and dates:. Berlin Brothersvalley graduation is 7 p.m. May 30 at the Snyder of Berlin Sports Complex. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the auditorium.
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