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One year later: Memorial honoring fallen Pennsylvania firefighter unveiled
A volunteer doesn’t ask why. They go because they’re called to help someone in need. That’s exactly what North East firefighter Shawn Giles was doing one year ago when he was killed by a speeding car ignoring the safety perimeter at an accident. “His ultimate sacrifice saved lives a year ago, including my own. We […]
Mayor Dwan Walker represents hometown of Aliquippa during ceremonial roll call at DNC
CHICAGO, Il. (KDKA) -- Aliquippa Mayor Dwan Walker and Governor Josh Shapiro were part of Pennsylvania's delegation during a ceremonial roll call at the Democratic National Convention last night in Chicago. The celebratory roll call was full of celebrity performances and a dance party. During Pennsylvania's portion of the roll call, 'Motownphilly' and 'Black and Yellow' were played, paying homage to both Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Aliquippa Mayor Dwan Walker spoke during the roll call and took an opportunity to praise his hometown's high school football program. "My city's the city of legends," Walker said. "The only high school in America with three Hall of...
Mars school board considers options on tennis court upgrades
ADAMS TWP — The Mars Area School Board agreed to hear other proposals for design services regarding its plan to revitalize the school’s tennis courts at a meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 20. Currently, the school has only three functional tennis courts because the ongoing Route 228 reconstruction project...
Technology issue stopping county 911 from texting dispatches
A technology issue that occurred Wednesday with the county 911 dispatch center’s internet provider is preventing 911 from texting emergency dispatches, which is requiring fire and emergency medical service personnel to use pagers instead of cellphones to receive the dispatches. Emergency services director Steve Bicehouse said the issue is...
10th annual gala to fill Butler Country Club with hope for the future, raise vital funds
An upcoming gala will fund a local Christian organization that offers tools to those experiencing or facing imminent homelessness to get their lives back on track. The Lighthouse Foundation’s 10th annual Soaring for Hope Gala will be held from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Butler Country Club in Penn Township.
Commission On Poverty Meeting In Johnstown
A Pennsylvania State official visiting Johnstown for a special meeting Tonight. Reporter Baylee Wojcik was there and tells us what he wants residents to know. The Commission On Poverty in Johnstown held a meeting with Pennsylvania State Auditor General Timothy Defoor Tuesday Evening. He says he wants residents to understand the importance of financial literacy.
More Details Released On Escaped Inmate
We’re learning more details about the inmate that briefly escaped police custody earlier this week. Police were taking 28-year-old Damian Felmlee to the District Magistrate’s office on West Cunningham Street when he escaped. Officials say he was being taken to the office by foot from the prison. Felmlee was handcuffed to a belt, but was not in shackles.
PSP investigating debit card theft, $1,500 in fraudulent purchases.
PATTERSONVILLE – State Police at Frackville are investigating the theft of a debit card. Troopers said they were called to Jerrys Road in Pattersonville Saturday afternoon for the report. They said a man from Butler Township lost his debit card in the Buckhorn or Bloomsburg areas around 5am. Later...
Community effort saves Butler Township's Legion Park from being sold, renovations planned
Butler Twp., Luzerne Co. — A park in Butler Township that was planned to be sold off by the Township is now no longer up for sale and plans are being made to repair the park. “They made some good points and eventually the board of supervisors agreed that...
Penn-Trafford’s depth along offensive, defensive lines inspires optimism in coach Ruane
Penn-Trafford football coach John Ruane likes the makeup of his team, which returns several skilled players from a squad that went 5-6 in 2023. But what really excites him is what is occurring with his offensive and defensive lines. He’s not the only one excited. So are running backs Tasso...
Inmate escapes custody in Downtown Butler, caught a few blocks away
The Butler County Sheriff Mike Slupe said an inmate was being brought to the magistrate’s office in Downtown Butler for a court appearance when he somehow broke free from law enforcement and was captured a few blocks away.
Coroner: Missing Johnstown woman suffered multiple facial fractures near time of death
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Convicted murderer Brian Giles has been charged with homicide in the death of another local woman, Jilly Todaro, whose body was discovered earlier this year inside his former home. Cambria County District Attorney Greg Neugebauer confirmed in a press conference that Giles was arraigned on...
New Dollar General location opens up in Erie County
(WJET/WFXP) – Another Dollar General store has opened its doors in the northwest Pennsylvania region. In a Tuesday release, the company announced its new store is located at 8207 Meadville Road in Girard featuring a new stylish, on-trend home décor and an expanded party preparation selection. The new...
Newly surfaced video shows earliest known footage of would-be Trump assassin at rally
Newly surfaced video shows Thomas Crooks casually walking around the rally grounds in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13 about 90 minutes before he opened fire on former President Donald Trump, offering the clearest visual yet of the would-be assassin that day.
WATCH: Pittsburgh protesters say they were kicked out of Primanti Bros for Kamala Harris event
Pittsburgh, PA (WTRF) Several people with Donald Trump campaign material staged a small protest near a Pittsburgh diner after it was reported patrons had to leave for a Kamala Harris event. In a video posted to X, formerly Twitter, a man can be heard saying, “They kicked us out of Primanti Brothers. They said it was a private […]
Steelers Fans Calling For NFL Legend To Come Out Of Retirement
The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the most historic teams in the NFL. They have a rich history of success, although, they haven’t climbed to the top of the proverbial mountain top in some time. Despite never falling under .500 during Mike Tomlin’s reign as head coach, the Steelers...
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