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Turner's All-Star Cheerleading celebrates 30 years of community and spirit
In 1995, three sisters in Cambria County formed the first all-star cheerleading team in Pennsylvania. On Sunday, generations of Turner’s All-Star Cheerleading athletes, from current team members to alumni, visited the St. John’s Activity Center in Johnstown for the gym’s 30th anniversary celebration. “We have a great...
Westmoreland County churches offering free home repairs to residents this fall
GREENSBURG, Pa. (KDKA) -- Several congregations in Westmoreland County will be busy this October, helping to not only spread the gospel but lend a helping hand.The First Presbyterian Church in Irwin, the Community United Methodist Church in Harrison City, the Norwin Christian Church, and the Norwin Church of the Nazarene in North Huntingdon are all part of the non-profit group The Carpenter's Apprentice. This organization's sole purpose is to serve God and the Irwin community by improving the living conditions of those less fortunate.Pastor Mark Smith of the Norwin Church of the Nazarene says their volunteers can do a lot."We...
Zabawa celebrates Polish heritage in Erie with food, music, Polka Mass, more
"More food." That's how Ray Luniewski, chairman of Zabawa, said the 2024 Polish festival will differ from past years at Erie's Holy Trinity Catholic Church. In 2022, volunteers made 10,000...
Districts Active With Back To School Plans
As Slippery Rock, Knoch, A-C Valley, and Freeport students return to class today, more are getting ready to begin a new year tomorrow. Thursday is the first day of school for students in the Moniteau, Mars, and Seneca Valley School Districts. The Moniteau Marching Band and Drill and Dance team...
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As we first reported this morning, Pennsylvania residents and sports fans are alerted that the exclusive Bet365 bonus code “DIMERS” now unlocks your choice of $150 in sports betting bonuses and 50 free spins for Casino to celebrate Bet365 Pennsylvania’s legalization earlier this month. This Bet365 bonus code also unlocks the sports betting bonus in Ohio, ideal for trending upcoming sports betting events like the Guardians and Phillies MLB games this Tuesday evening.
Farmer’s Almanac says this NJ town will get the first frost
We all know that the accuracy of the Farmers' Almanac and its less popular counterpart, the Old Farmers' Almanac, is questionable at best. In today's world, where immediate information is always at our fingertips, no one has any patience anymore. We're so desperate to know what the weather will be...
bp Subsidiary Opens Renewable Gas Plant
Archaea Energy, a bp subsidiary, recently celebrated the opening of its first renewable gas (RNG) plant in Pennsylvania, developed through a partnership with Waste Connections. The plant is adjacent to the Bethlehem Landfill in Lower Saucon Township owned by a Waste Connections subsidiary. “We are safely and efficiently scaling up...
Pa. Game Commission asks public to report wild turkey sightings
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking for the Pa. community to report any wild turkeys spotted through the end of August. If you spot any wild turkeys through Aug. 31, make it count by reporting it to the Commission’s Wild Turkey Sighting Survey, which can be found by clicking here. You will […]
Giant Eagle is selling off every GetGo location in Pennsylvania, other states
(WTAJ) — Giant Eagle is selling off every GetGo convenience store/gas station in an attempt to focus on the core of their brand. The company announced the sale of the chain of convenience stores to Couche-Tard, an international company in the convenience store and fuel industry. While the sale isn’t expected to be complete until […]
John Fetterman's own communications director criticizes his support for Israel to reporter
Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., unequivocally backing Israel even as its assault on Gaza wreaks carnage on the civilian population, has seen the departure of several top staffers from his office over the past several months. Now, a current staffer has gone on the record to criticize her boss over his hardline pro-Israel stance to Free Press senior editor Peter Savodnick, who reprinted some of her words in a profile of Fetterman.
Districts Ready For Upcoming School Year
The first round of students in Butler County are getting ready to head back to class Wednesday. Wednesday is the first day of school for students in the Knoch, Slippery Rock, Freeport, and AC Valley School Districts. Of course the new year means some new changes—and that’s the case at...
Man Faces Charges for Allegedly Starting Bulldozer on Washington Township Property, Letting It Run for About 10 Hours
WASHINGTON TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A Leeper man is accused of starting a bulldozer on a Washington Township property and leaving it run until the property owner shut it off approximately 10 hours later. Court records indicate that Marienville-based State Police filed criminal charges against 45-year-old Dennis Ray Smith,...
The Black Crowes announce tour stop at UPMC Events Center
MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — The Black Crowes are extending their 2024 tour with 14 new shows, including one in the Pittsburgh area. The rock band will perform at UPMC Events Center on the campus of Robert Morris University on Tuesday, Oct. 29. Presales began Tuesday, and tickets will go...
Kameron Kerle Medalist As Bobcat Golfers Win Second Straight KSAC Boys Mega Match
(Photos courtesy of Clarion assistant coach Jackie Kerle) The Clarion Area Bobcats won their second straight Keystone Shortway Athletic Conference Boys Mega Match, on Monday (August 19th), carding a 211, while Kameron Kerle finished in the top spot with a 36. Parker Miller fired a 40 for the Bobcats. Lucas...
Aliquippa man convicted in 1996 murder-for-hire plot dies while in prison
HUNTINGDON, Pa. ― Officials have revealed that an Aliquippa man convicted for his role in a well-known murder-for-hire plot in Beaver County nearly 30 years ago died Friday afternoon. According to authorities at SCI Huntingdon, correctional officers found 44-year-old Trazis Durham unresponsive in his cell on Aug. 16. Medical personnel on the scene tried to assist him, and he was taken to Penn Highlands Hospital, but medical staff pronounced Durham dead as of 1:27 p.m. that...
Kennywood to host first 21-plus event
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (KDKA) -- Kennywood has been around for over 120 years, but next week, it's doing something it's never done before. The park will host its first 21 and over event on Friday, Aug. 30, giving attendees a sneak peek at Phantom Fall Fest while serving a Halloween-themed buffet alongside beer, wine and cocktails. There will also be a "massive dance party" with a DJ on the Island Stage. Attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at the "mAlice in Wonderland" haunt and exclusive time on some popular rides like the Jack Rabbit. The park is open 4 p.m. to 10 p.m....
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