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Work to replace Mercer County bridge damaged in crash expected to finish early
SHENANGO TWP., Pa. (WKBN) – Just a few months after work got underway, the new bridge carrying State Route 318 over Interstate 376 in Shenango Township is already taking shape. “The fact that we only started to design this bridge at the beginning of the year and here we...
Norfolk Southern worker sues, claiming railroad put 'profits ahead of safety' after East Palestine derailment
Claiming that Norfolk Southern put “profits ahead of safety,” one of the railroad’s employees has filed a lawsuit accusing the company of negligence by sending him to the site of the February 3, 2023 fire, derailment, and toxic spill in East Palestine. Joseph Lee Roberts of Indiana...
Pennsylvania Community Pharmacists Cheer New Law Reforming Pharmacy Benefit Managers
HARRISBURG, PA — Community pharmacists across Pennsylvania are applauding the recent signing of House Bill 1993 by Governor Josh Shapiro. This new law aims to overhaul how pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) operate within the state, addressing long-standing issues that have plagued local pharmacies and patients alike. The bill signing took place at Hometown Pharmacy in New Castle, a staple in its community since 1997.
Korean War Vets To Be Honored By VA
The Butler VA is hosting an event that will honor veterans of the Korean War and provide healthcare information to all vets. The event is set for tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VA Community Clinic in Cranberry Township. The day will honor veterans who served in...
Beaver County broadband project ranks high on grades from Communications Workers of America
Beaver County's broadband improvements are receiving national praise as a new report details how the project was a successful use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The Communications Workers of America (CWA) published a "Broadband Report Card" last week, giving rankings to 14 different projects that had received funding through ARPA's State...
Commissioners approve funds for purchase of vehicle for sanitary camera for Poland Township
Mahoning County Commissioners have approved the allocation of $136,444 for a vehicle to install a sanitary camera for Poland Township. Commissioner Anthony Traficanti told 21 News the camera itself was purchased in 2023. Poland Township Administrator Mark Covell tells 21 News the camera will be installed on a remote controlled...
Parts of Parks Plan Progressing
With updates and additions on the table for Community Park, the first phase of work is set to begin soon. The recent update of the Township’s Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan recommended developing a master plan for the court complex in Community Park. With a draft of...
Beaver County troop celebrates 100th, 101st Eagle Scouts
BADEN — A local Boy Scout troop recently made Eagle Scout history. Two Baden Scout Troop 405 members last month graduated to Eagle Scout status, the 100th and 101st Scouts to do so in the troop. Officials said this is an exemplary accomplishment considering only 2% of Boy Scouts reach the Eagle Scout...
Cranberry Township updates park upgrade plan
CRANBERRY TWP — Supervisors reviewed the updated version of the township’s master plan to upgrade the community park facilities during an agenda preparation meeting on Thursday evening, July 25. While an authorization to bid was approved on Thursday, decisive action on phase one of the project will be...
Struthers splash pad, Girard theater upgrades among projects funded by state
Several projects in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties are getting a financial boost, thanks to over $1.3 million in state funding. The funds will allow the construction of the Campbell Access Road between Struthers-Coitsville Road and Cynthia Drive. The access road will create a shortcut for the Campbell Police and Fire Departments to reach Campbell Middle School and the Community Literacy Workforce and Cultural Center. The road will also be open for public use.
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