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Police still seeking 2 men in connection with fatal shooting in Jeannette
Two men with whom authorities want to talk in connection with a fatal shooting in Jeannette Friday remain at large. Westmoreland County District Attorney spokeswoman Melanie Jones said Monday that neither man had been captured and detectives and Jeannette Police were still trying to identify one of them. They are...
Trafford man accused of bilking credit union out of $73,000
A Trafford man is accused of bilking a South Greensburg credit union out of more than $73,000 over a six-month period beginning in October, through a complex scheme. According to a criminal complaint filed by South Greensburg Sgt. James Garlick, Joseph D. Calisti, 38, defrauded the Pheple Federal Credit Union...
The Sequel is 2nd restaurant act for East McKeesport couple
Deverin and Heather Cabbagestalk’s second venture in the restaurant business is aptly named The Sequel. The eatery in Hempfield fills the space formerly occupied by Cozumel Mexican Restaurant along Route 30. The Sequel opened May 24 and continues the menu and mission of the Cabbagestalks’ first restaurant, Will-Onita’s in the...
Summer Fest event offers glimpse into the mission, success of Big Brothers Big Sisters
Crystal Billings never expected to learn life lessons from an 11-year-old when she began volunteering as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters. “I hope that I can just be a positive influence in my Little’s life,” Billings said. “I can say that she has actually done a lot more...
Solar farm, backyard chicken regulations go into effect in Hempfield
Hempfield residents now have two new rulescovering very different topics — solar power generation and poultry. Supervisors approved the ordinances on keeping chickens and on solar energy systems at a meeting in late May. The regulations set specifics for where solar farms can be located and allow backyard chickens in...
Westmoreland court administrator leads state association
Westmoreland County District Court Administrator Amy Mears DeMatt is the new president of the Pennsylvania Association of Court Management. “I am just absolutely delighted to be elected to this position,” DeMatt said. “It is such an honor to be recognized by my peers and fellow colleagues throughout the state.” DeMatt...
Despite financial turbulence, Independence Health CEO holds optimistic perspective for merged system
The CEO of the merged Excela Health and Butler Health systems is committed to keeping the organization’s five hospitals operating, despite currently enduring millions of dollars in losses. “We are taking a look at all the assets across the system. Every one of the five hospitals is very important to...
Westmoreland human services director has personal stake in crisis intervention program
Rob Hamilton was a troubled young man. He struggled with homelessness and drug abuse during his formative years and, upon returning home from military service, couldn’t stay out of trouble. It wasn’t until he reunited with then-Blairsville police Officer Robert “B.J.” Shaw that Hamilton’s life changed. Shaw, rather than shuffling...
Westmoreland at 250: Founding figure played large role in nation’s birth, development
(Editor’s note: This is part of an ongoing series marking the 250th anniversary of Westmoreland County’s founding.) Signs of one of Westmoreland County’s 18th century founding fathers still can be viewed by those who know where to look. A township in the northeastern corner of the county was named for...
Steve Snider 5K attracts 400-plus, benefits Greensburg Salem scholarship, youth recreation
More than 400 runners and walkers turned out in Greensburg on Memorial Day to participate in the inaugural Steve Snider “It’s a Beautiful Day” 5K race. Presented by the Greensburg YMCA, the race was held in remembrance of the late Snider, a longtime Greensburg Salem High School track and cross...
Out & About: Ligonier’s summer Sunday concert series enters 73rd season
When you find a good thing, stick with it. It’s an idea illustrated by the Sunday Evening Band Concerts in Ligonier, a series that entered its 73rd season on June 4 with a performance by the Allegheny Brass Band. “We come every Sunday,” said Gwen Maurer, who traveled from Johnstown...
Out & About: Westmoreland Symphony hosts ‘Champagne & Chapeaux’ luncheon
Once upon a time, a hat was a standard element of the well-dressed lady’s outfit. That’s not the case these days, but there still are those situations in which haute headgear is de rigueur — obviously including the annual Westmoreland Symphony Hat Luncheon. Dubbed Champagne & Chapeaux, this year’s event...
‘Beautiful day in the neighborhood’: Latrobe Art Center hosts Mister Rogers Family Days
Generations of community members gathered Saturday in downtown Latrobe to celebrate the last day of Mister Rogers Family Days. Caitlin Auth, 34, of Irwin realized that there were activities for all ages as she attended her first Mister Rogers celebration with her husband, two kids, parents and her grandmother. The...
Equine treatment site in Rostraver draws horses from up and down the East Coast
While injuries suffered by horses on the track have dominated horse racing news this year, they can happen anywhere. When startled, a horse can make sudden movements and try to run off, resulting in possible pulled muscles, torn tendons, skin damage or eye injury. There are a variety of treatment...
State museum commission grants will help preserve history at West Overton
It’s possible that part of a Keystone Historic Preservation Grant from the state may go toward repairing an actual keystone, depending on what needs to be fixed at the West Overton Village & Museum in East Huntingdon. Most of the $100,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission will...
Police seek 2 suspects in Jeannette shooting that left 1 dead, 4 hospitalized
A 25-year-old Jeannette woman planning to find a better life in a rural setting outside of Uniontown was fatally shot Friday night at her friend’s residence in Jeannette and at least four others were wounded, authorities and family said. The victim, Brianna Lartz, was shot shortly before 9:30 p.m. at...
Man arrested in connection with Uniontown homicide Friday
A Uniontown man is accused of fatally shooting a woman in Uniontown on Friday morning, police said. Danny Richard Sottile Jr., 45, was charged by Uniontown police with criminal homicide, aggravated and simple assault and recklessly endangering another person in connection with the shooting on the city’s Iowa Street. Sottile...
Roof restoration, repairs planned for 2 Greensburg fire stations
Greensburg officials are looking to save money by adding a new layer to an aging fire station roof instead of replacing it. Tom Bell, the city’s public works director and chief of the Greensburg Volunteer Fire Department, said the roof project at the Company No. 7 station on East Pittsburgh...
Personal care home eyed for Unity passes first step in township approval
A proposed personal care home in Unity passed the first step toward development Thursday as the township supervisors granted a conditional use request for the facility. Developer Policastro Properties is planning to construct two personal care buildings, connected by an enclosed breezeway, on a 5-acre parcel located behind the Quality...
Air quality alert issued for region
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has declared a Code Orange Action Day for air quality on Friday in Western Pennsylvania because of smoke from wildfires in Canada. The orange alert indicates unhealthy pollution levels for sensitive groups of people. Young children, the elderly and those with respiratory problems such...
Magic show draws kids to St. Clair Park in Greensburg at library’s summer kickoff
Greensburg Hempfield Area Library offered a magic show by Steve Haberman at St. Clair Park in Greensburg to kick off its summer programs. The celebration focused on the library’s summer reading theme, “All Together Now.” Representatives from the United Way’s “Book Stop” offered free books to children in attendance....
Westmoreland human services department to work from offices at WCCC Youngwood campus
Westmoreland County will pay more than $68,000 to rent space for an expanded human services department that will be located about six miles from the courthouse in Greensburg. Commissioners on Thursday approved an 11-month lease for seven suites in the Business Information Center at Westmoreland County Community College near Youngwood....
Westmoreland commissioners return to county’s roots at Hanna’s Town
Westmoreland commissioners returned the county’s roots on Thursday. Historic Hanna’s Town, the site of the county’s original courthouse at its founding in 1773, served as host to the commissioners’ public meeting where they commemorated the county’s 250th birthday. “I thought it was a great idea to do this out here....
Westmoreland park police hired to work at Steelers training camp
Westmoreland County Park Police again will help with security at Pittsburgh Steelers training camp this summer at Saint Vincent College near Latrobe. Commissioners on Thursday approved a new deal for park police officers to patrol the three-week event, set to begin July 27, mirroring the pact approved last year. The...
Penn-Trafford district budget includes no tax increase
The proposed Penn-Trafford School District budget for the 2023-24 academic year includes no tax increase, but dips in to the fund balance to pay a $700,000 shortfall. Taxes in the Allegheny County portion of the district will actually decrease, according to district officials. The budget, tentatively adopted in May, will...
