Local News : Art Gallery Hosts Quilt Exhibit
Tina Williams Brewer will exhibit her African American story quilts in the Art Gallery at Penn State New Kensington during the first two months of 2003.
Local News : Plum High School Needs Information For New Banners
The Plum High School will be installing Team Championship banners in the New Gymnasium
Local News : Health Foundation Makes Many Contributions To Local Communities
The Alle-Kiski Health Foundation has been working many years toward improving the quality of life for local residents.
Local News : Gas Well Fire Injures Two
A gas well fire that broke out on Echo Ridge Road in Washington Township Sunday, December 22, just before midnight caused injuries to two workers.
Local News : Parks Improvement Meeting
The next meeting of the Washington Township Parks Improvement Committee will be held on Monday, January 6, at 6:30pm, immediately following the Supervisors' annual reorganization meeting at 6:00pm and the monthly agenda meeting at 6:15pm.
Local News : KAIROS For Kids After School Program
A new program just started at the Arnold United Methodist Church on Leishman Avenue in Arnold just down the street from the Berkey Elementary School.
Local News : Time Is Running Out For Hall Of Fame Nominations
The deadline for Leechburg Area Hall of Fame nominations is drawing near.
Local News : Seniors Teaching Seniors
A local organization developed from combined efforts of the Alle-Kiski Revitalization Corporation and SeniorNet is working toward enhancing the lives of senior citizens.
Local News : YMCA Begins Five-Year Plan
The Allegheny Valley YMCA has just taken the initial steps in implementing their Long Range Five-Year Plan.
Local News : Plum Community Center Announcements
The Plum Senior Center will be holding Beginning Computer Class on Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30.
Local News : Lower Burrell Suffers Two Recent Losses
On Tuesday Babe's Café located on Leechburg Road in Lower Burrell shut its doors for good.
Local News : West Leechburg Nears 75th Birthday
The borough of West Leechburg will soon be seeing its 75th anniversary and plans for a celebration are under way.
Local News : Laurel Point Students Shine for the Kiski Area Telethon
The sounds of Elvis, The Lion King, Shania Twain, Ozzy Osbourne and even a holiday favorite, Frosty the Snowman were heard at Laurel Point School on Monday, December 16th.
Local News : An Invitation To Attend Special Services
Reverend Elaine Hower of the Spring Church Evangelical Lutheran Church would like to extend an invitation to the community to attend some special services planned for the rest of December.
Local News : Santa Is Coming To Peoples Library
Santa will be coming to the Peoples Library, New Kensington on December 21, from 10:30 to 12:30. There will be activities, cookies, drinks and plenty of time for children to visit with Santa.
Local News : Plum Schools Get Ready For Telethon
The Plum School District is getting ready for this year's Make A Wish telethon. This year's theme is "Brightening Lives…one wish at a time.
Local News : A Special Christmas Present
Today Maria Havranek will be giving a very special Christmas present to some of the customers at Cuttin' Loose.
Local News : Church Musical Hits The Stage
The North Apollo Assembly of God will be presenting "Experiencing God; The Musical" on Sunday December 15, at 3pm and 7pm.
Local News : Santa Comes To Town Early
Santa will be making a visit around Washington Township this weekend.
Local News : Hit & Run Involving Police Car
Yesterday the Allegheny Township Police were called to assist the Apollo Police with a fleeing suspect.
Local News : Angel Drive Sponsored By NHS Students
During the Holiday Season, many children are less fortunate than other kids. Highlands National Honors Society is asking everyone to become a part of their Holiday Project.
Local News : Native American Group Implements New Programs
Thunder Mountain Lenapé Nation, a non-profit group, is working toward a variety of new goals related to recent long range planning accomplished with input from Community Development Coordinator Jill Taylor of USDA, and Deputy Director MJ Smith of the Indiana County Planning Office.
Local News : Fundraisers Benefit Plum Schools
Today is the last day that you can purchase tickets for the following items being raffled off by O'Block Junior High in Plum. There are 2-Penguin tickets, row-B Igloo club (2 rows from the ice) and a parking permit.
Local News : Local Artist Presents One-Man Show
Dr. Donald Wonderling, a veteran of one-man shows throughout Western Pennsylvania, will exhibit his paintings in the Art Gallery at Penn State New Kensington during December
Local News : Lutheran Brotherhood Dissolves
Kiski Valley Branch # 8713 of Lutheran Brotherhood recently enjoyed a dinner at the Lenape Heights Country Club.
Local News : Kiski Area Telethon Hits The Airwaves
Zachary Clark was just one of the wonderful hosts of yesterday's telethon broadcast.
Local News : Icy Roads Lead To Several Accidents
The icy weather that we received led to several accidents over the weekend and into the early part of this week.
Local News : 167 Meals Served At Community Harvest Dinner
The Apollo Assembly of God Church would like to say thank you to the entire congregation along with many different businesses for their donations to their second annual Free Community Harvest Dinner that was held in November.
Local News : Turkey Trot Draws 21 Runners
The annual Turkey Trot, a two-mile run through Penn State New Kensington and Upper Burrell, PA, was held on November 26.
Local News : Saltsburg Jr. High Cheering Squad Wins State Championship
This has been an exciting season for the Saltsburg Co-Ed Cheering Squad. On Saturday, November 16, they won the state title at Fitzgerald Fieldhouse.
Local News : Winners Of Peace Poster Contest Receive Award
Taylor Baines, an eighth grade student at the Kiski Area Intermediate School, took the first step to becoming an internationally recognized artist by winning a local competition sponsored by the Washington/Bell Township Lions Club.
Local News : VFW Provides Gifts To Needy Children
Each year the Natrona Heights VFW 894 participates in different programs and fundraisers to benefit the community.
Local News : Community Sugar Plum Days
Next Friday marks the beginning of an exciting weekend of community events in Plum, which are centered on the holiday season.
Local News : Recycling Task Force Collecting Trees
The Lower Burrell recycling task force has two Christmas tree reclamation days in the month of January.
Local News : Amsler's Auto Body Robbed Again
The Amsler Auto Body Construction site on Leechburg Road recently reported another theft. Allegheny Township Police received a report that there was a theft from the construction site located on Leechburg Road.
Local News : Local Groups Face Off In Battle Of The Bands
Penn State New Kensington will be hosting a Battle of the Bands, December 6 at 7:30pm, in the Forum Theatre.
Local News : Plum High School Holds Dickens Dinner
The Plum Senior High School Concert Choir is hosting its annual Dickens Dinner on Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Oblock Junior High. Cost is $15/person and reservations can be made by calling Mr. John DeLuce at 412/795-4880 ext. 150.
Local News : Christmas Program Benefits Food Bank
For the past eight years the Natrona Heights Presbyterian Church has been host to a benefit Christmas program. Resident Susan Myford puts this program together every year.
Local News : Black Bear Hit In Washington Township
A Black Bear was hit by a car in Washington Township at the intersection of Route 66 and Reservoir Road on Sunday.
Local News : Vehicle Stolen From Autobody
The Allegheny Township police are investigating the theft of a 2002 Toyota Corolla from Amsler Auto Body on Bourbon Hill Road, New Kensington.
Local News : Health Care Fundraiser
The Holiday Season is fast approaching and once again Howard Hanna is holding their Annual Children's Hospital Chow Chow Luncheon on December 16, from 11am to 2pm.
Local News : School Receives Large Donation
Penn State New Kensington has received a donation of equipment and software from GE Medical Systems of Milwaukee worth more than $70,000.
Local News : Local Organization Supports Coffee Plantation
Like most Rotary's, the Natrona Rotary has an international project in Uganda, East Africa. They donate money and time into supporting the CEED (Christian East Africa and Equatorial Development Trust) project.
Local News : Fatal Accident Along Route 286
The fatal crash occurred as Bobi Jo Ostrander was traveling west on SR-286 when she hit an icy portion of the roadway.
Local News : Robbery Puts Schools On Alert
The Plum Schools went on lockdown yesterday morning after there was a report of a robbery at the S & T Bank (Unity).
Local News : Hightower Scholars Inc. Hosts Ribfest
Hightower Scholars Inc. is hosting a Ribfest on Friday, November 29, noon-6:00 p.m., at the Clarion Hotel in New Kensington.
Local News : Salvation Army Looking For Volunteers
The familiar red kettles manned by The Salvation Army members and volunteers from the community, will be seen in the Vandergrift area from November 20th to December 24th.
Local News : Police Nab Suspect In Midst Of Crime
The Allegheny Township Police were able to catch a suspect in the midst of a burglary attempt.
Local News : Historical Society Hosts Trip
The Avonmore Historical Society and Museum is planning another great bus trip. This year's trip will take place on December 13th.
Local News : Community Center Plans Events
The Plum Senior Community Center along with the Markosek/Plum Library will be holdin a joint book club on November 21st at 8pm at the Library.
Local News : It's Christmas Time In Burrell
For the past eight years now the City of Lower Burrell Parks Commission in conjunction with the local churches has put on a special Christmas program.
Local News : Money Raised To Feed The Needy
Each year our local communities participate in CROP walks to raise money to help stop the hunger locally and internationally.
Local News : Civic Theater In 57th Season
New Kensington Civic theater is now in their 57th season. The theater has been holding continuous events since they opened in 1945. In the 1970's they began performing musicals and maintain about four performances a year.
Local News : Students Try Their Hand At Pioneer Life
The Allegheny-Hyde Park Elementary School P.T.A recently hosted a program for all the grades called "Pioneer Living".
Local News : Library Adds Special Corner To Facility
The Saltsburg Memorial Library just added a special corner to their facility. This new corner, "Lucy's Corner", is in remembrance of Lucy Klimkos.
Local News : Pool Project Makes Quite A Splash
The Vandergrift Council as well as concerned residents has been working hard to make improvements to the town and offer more recreational opportunities.
Local News : Sewage Project To Affect North Apollo Residents
North Apollo Residents will soon be receiving their payment books any day now for the sewage recovery program.
Local News : Pay No Attention To That Man Behind The Curtain
"Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain."
But watch out for Nikko and the flying monkeys as Penn State New Kensington presents The Wizard of Oz, November 21-23, in the Forum Theatre.
Local News : Williamsburg Wreath Class To Begin
Vicky Beuth has been holding Williamsburg Wreath Classes going on 16 years. These wreaths are the same as Colonials would have made with fruits, berries, pines and other natural items.
Local News : Some Local Residents Get Early Christmas Gift
Each year the members of the Bethel United Methodist Church in Lower Burrell make plans and work throughout the year to put on a special party for some special residents.
Local News : Rotary Hosts Choral Festival
The Rotary Club of Highlands area will be holding one of their biggest programs on December 4th at 7pm at the Highlands High School.
Local News : Lodge Presents Check To Scouting Organization
The Boy Scout Greater Pittsburgh Council just received a check from the New Kensington Tyrian Lodge #664 for the amount of $395.
Local News : House Tour Planned For December
Every year Freeport has a unique way of celebrating the Christmas holiday.
Local News : Police Chief Issues Warning
Apollo Police Chief Robin Davis wants to warn local residents about the dangers of leaving your vehicle unlocked at night.
Local News : Plum Welcomes New Borough Manager
Kenneth Gabler is the newest member of the Plum Borough family. He was recently hired as the new Borough Manager and spent his second day on the jobs attending meetings and learning about the community.
Local News : Kiski Students Get Ready To Hit The Stage
The Kiski Area Drama Department has for the past several years been excellent in all of its pursuits.
Local News : Program Aids Community Businesses
Jim Granville is working with the city of Lower Burrell in a joint effort to fill the vacant property in Lower Burrell.
Local News : Fire Department Upgrades Equipment With Grant Money
The Hyde Park Fire Department recently received a $46,976 grant through FEMA(Federal Emergency Management Agency).
Local News : Community Organization Receives Gift
The Citizens Hose Fire Department located on Burtner Road in Natrona has donated a portion of their property to go to the Natrona Meals On Wheels program.
Local News : Saltsburg's Christmas Events
The Saltsburg Borough has put together a Christmas Calendar of Events that extends through the end of December.
Local News : Dinner Invitation Extended To Community
Last year Gary Duddy and his wife decided that instead of serving dinner to just their family they wanted to serve others in the community.
Local News : Keeping Kids Safe
Mary Wesolik of the New Kensington Peoples Library is very involved in teaching young children safety. In fact, she is also the President of the "Safe Kids" of Westmoreland County.
Local News : Old Mill May Receive Historical Landmark Status
The Freeport historical society is currently waiting on the approval of a Historical Landmark status for Mickey's Mill.
Local News : Grief Support Group Being Formed
The Curran/Brady-Curran Funeral homes have formed a new grief support group to help individuals deal with the loss of a loved one during the holidays.
Local News : Driver Shears Utility Pole After Losing Control Of Vehicle
While driving along State Route 981, Judith Hoyle of Saltsburg lost control of her vehicle.
Local News : Police Seeking Help In Investigation
The Bell Township, Washington Township, Avonmore and the State Police departments went on what would be described as a bazaar adventure.
Local News : Kiski Area Marching Band Ends Season
(Submitted by Muretta Ann Rethage) The Kiski Area Marching Band closed out their 2002 competition season winning first place in National Class at the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Marching Band Association (PIMBA) Championships at Norwin Senior High School on Saturday, November 2, 2002.
Local News : Police Department Receives Grant Money
Today the Lower Burrell Police Department was awarded a check from the Sam's Club for $1,000.
Local News : Local Talent Gathers For Hymn Sing
This weekend local talent will gather together to put on a special presentation at the Spring Church Evangelical Lutheran Church. This will be the fourth annual "Hymn Sing" to be held at the church. Bob Nell, who oversees the yearly program, stated that there will be seven or eight local choirs or individuals participating in the event.
Local News : Sanitation Project Underway In Hyde Park
The sewage replacement project has finally begun in Hyde Park. Employees from Donegal Construction have begun digging trenches along Railroad Street and First Avenue in Hyde Park. The construction work will run to Elm Street. This is only phase one in a five-phase project to replace the sewage pipes in Hyde Park.
Local News : Emergency Service Consolidation Moves Ahead
Although emergency workers may not be getting the money they hoped to do a feasibility study on consolidation plans, Chief Lyle Rusz of the Apollo Hose #3 is still hopeful. They recently had another meeting to discuss the possibility of the Apollo #2 Fire Department, Apollo #3 Fire Department, North Apollo Fire Department and the Kiski Valley Special Services consolidating. It was then that they found out that the financial support that they had hoped to get from John Murtha might not come through.
Local News : Young Adults Experience Serving Others
Their willingness to volunteer and serve has made them very well known throughout the Burrell community. And the reputation of the young adults serving in the Burrell Interact Club has brought praise from many community and business members. Megan Nese, a teacher at the Burrell High School, is currently overseeing the volunteer program. It has been passed down through the years and the honor now rests on her shoulders.
Local News : Program Looking For Volunteers
The Washington/Bell Lions Club is currently looking for young volunteers to join a new Leo's Club. The club is for children and young adults ages 12-21 and has the same principals as the Lions Club. They do different types of projects designed to give them opportunity to serve and better their community. The Washington/Bell Lions are in the process of organizing a club but they need more interested individuals to sign up before they can go ahead with it. If you are interested or would like more information, you can call Cathy McHenry at 724-727-2239.
Local News : An Ongoing Community Support
The Vandergrift Library has been contributing to the community for 102 years. The size of the library as well as the programming available has changed quite a bit over the years.
Local News : Laurel Point Receives Special Visitor
(Sent in by Debbie Beatty)State Trooper Kauffman from the Kittanning police barraks paid the students at Laurel Point School a special visit. He was there to help them kick off Red Ribbon Week. He brought with him the message of drug and alcohol awareness and why it is important to make a wise choice in being drug free. The students listened attentively to real stories of drug and alcohol abuse and the consequences that go with them.
Local News : Kiski Area Band Takes First Place
The Kiski Area Marching Band was named Regional Grand Champion at the Bands of America Regional Competition in Youngstown, Ohio on Saturday, October 26, 2002.
Local News : Plans For 150th Begin
Bell Township was formed by sections of Loyalhanna and Salem Townships and was organized in 1853.
Local News : Community Support Makes Changes Happen
It is amazing what a community can do when it pulls together.
Local News : Police Investigating Burglaries
Over the past few days there have been two instances of burglary reported to the Allegheny Township Police Department.
Local News : Fundraising Begins For Yearly Event
The Freeport Sportsmen's club has begun its fundraising efforts for next year's 'Youth Field Day'.
Local News : Fire Safety House Visits Vandergrift
The Vandergrift fire department had a special fire safety training at the Vandergrift Elementary School today.
Local News : Powerful Program For Students And Parents
The Allegheny Township Police Department in conjunction with the Alle-Kiski Health Foundation and the Green Briar Treatment Center will be holding a special community presentation.
Local News : Lutheran Brotherhood Gives Helping Hand
The Bell Township Volunteer Fire Department recently received a check from the Lutheran Brotherhood #8713 for the amount of $1958.00.
Local News : Christmas Shop To Open
One of the new and exciting attractions coming to the VVMHS(Victorian Vandergrift Museum and Historical Society) is the addition of the Christmas Shop.
Local News : Free Programs Benefit Community
The Apollo Memorial Library is playing host to two free programs.
Local News : Local Business Sees Growth
If you've traveled out to Washington Township along Yockey Road lately you're sure to have noticed the trucks, building supplies and development taking place there.
Local News : Drug Awareness Program
Leechburg officers attended Friday night's game not to manage the crowds but to hand out information and ribbons for "Red Ribbon Week".
Local News : Garden Club Plans For Future
As soon as next year the Burrellton Garden Club will be seeing some positive changes.
Local News : Organization Helps Needy
Irene Black established the Apollo-Ridge Child Health and Welfare Association in 1948. Irene was a nurse at the school at the time.
Local News : Time Of Celebration
The VVMHS(Victorian Vandergrift Museum & Historical Society) is planning a special "Light Up Night" for November 29th, in front of the Casino Theatre.
Local News : Growing Greener In Allegheny Township
The Allegheny Township Supervisors along with the Penn State Extension, Smart Growth Partnership of Westmoreland County, and several other agencies will be holding a Growing Greener conference on November 7, at the community building.
Local News : Keeping Your Teenager Safe
The state police in Washington Township released information today about PENNDOT's efforts to inform and educate parents about safe driving and teenagers.
Local News : Local Criminal Cases
The following are some of the local criminal cases that were brought before District Justice Cheryl Yackopec this week:
Local News : Allegheny/Hyde Park Ice Cream Social
The Allegheny Hyde Park Elementary School P.T.A. recently held its annual "Ice Cream Social". Parents, teachers, students and siblings anxiously lined the sidewalk behind the school, waiting to sample the sweet treats.
Local News : Saltsburg Library Gets New Director
The Saltsburg Free Library just got a new director. Sybil Pistininzi, a lifelong resident of Saltsburg, took over this position several weeks ago.
Local News : New Children's Program Begins
Bethel United Methodist Church, located on Alder Street in Lower Burrell will be starting children's programs this month
Local News : Business Association Hosts Contest
The Freeport Area Business Association is hosting their 8th Annual Pumpkin Carving contest on October 21 at the Freeport Fire Department.
Local News : Fedko Honors Local School
The Kiski Area High School had a special guest at today's pep rally. John Fedko of Channel 11 was there.
Local News : Hyde Park-
The bids on the "Wilder Business Park" project to be started in Hyde Park have been opened and last night a final decision was made in regards to who would be doing the work.
Local News : Tomorrow's Heroes Practice Today
"Junior Firefighters play an important role on the scene of a fire call," according to Washington Township's Second Assistant Chief Frank Filo.
Local News : The Payoff is Winning
In any pursuit, whether it's academics, sports, music, or careers, success comes after a great deal of dedication and hard work.
Local News : Raffle Benefits Truck Fund
Apollo Fire Chief Lyle Rusz wants to thank everyone who supported their special fundraising efforts.
Local News : Open House Draws A Crowd
The Victorian Vandergrift Museum and Historical Society open house held on Sunday turned out to be quite a success.
Local News : Saltsburg Fall Fiesta
Sue Sutliff, owner of Saltsburg River & Trail in Saltsburg, is in the process of putting together a Fall Fiesta for October 12th.
Local News : Casino Prepares For Hometown Christmas 2002
This year the Hometown Christmas 2002 Presents "A Carol For Tiny Tim".
Local News : A People Friendly Library
The Peoples Library, located on Wachter Avenue, Lower Burrell serves the Allegheny Township, Lower Burrell, Upper Burrell and New Kensington Areas Hyde Park Arnold and West Leechburg.
Local News : Theater Ends Season, Plans For Next
The Freeport Theater Festival is ending its season this weekend with performances of "Love Letters".
Local News : Youth Exchange Program
Internationally the Rotary Youth Exchange program sends about 7,000 high-school age young people abroad every year.
Local News : Women's Group Hosts Bazaar
WELCA (Women's Evangelical Lutheran Church of America) will be holding a bazaar on October 3.
Local News : New Chief Takes Office
Today at a special ceremony Douglas Ciuca was sworn in as Parks Township Police Chief.
Local News : National Fire Prevention Week Approaches
Assistant Fire Chief Ken Baily and the rest of the Washington Township firefighters are getting ready for National Fire Prevention Week.
Local News : Antiques Roadshow Comes To Bell Township
Jeffrey Rouse, licensed appraiser and owner of Tri-Maple Studios & New Growth Gallery along Routes 981 & 22, will be speaking at an Antiques Roadshow hosted by the Bell Township Historic Preservation Society.
Local News : Firehouse Construction On Schedule
The new firehouse project will be completed in October.
Local News : Police Implement New Community
The Lower Burrell Police Department have just set in place a new program to assist individuals with Alzheimers or other forms of mental dementia.
Local News : Save The Library Campaign
A new campaign has been started "Save The Library Campaign" which was launched to make local citizens aware of the problems faced by the Apollo Memorial Library.
Local News : Casino Theatre Restoration And Management Honored
Anthony Ferrante of the Casino Theatre Restoration and Management, Inc. has just received notice that they were selected to receive an Arthur St. Clair Historic Preservation Reward for the work that has been done to restore and preserve the historic Casino Theatre. This award is given out by the Westmoreland County Historical Society.
Local News : Avonmore Festival Benefits Canoe Launch
For the past five years the Avonmore Community Association has hosted the annual Community Days celebration. The group was organized in 1948 and has ten members on its board. According to Michael Sharek of the Community Association, everyone in the community is a member. Although the Community Day's celebration is only in its 5th year, the Harvest Jubilee that preceded the event ran annually for twenty years.
Local News : Kiski River Fishing Tournament
The roaring run watershed association would like to send out an invitation to all local fishermen to participate in the upcoming Kiski River Fishing Tournament. This year's event will be held on September 28 from 8am to 6pm rain or shine. You can fish the Armstrong County side of the Kiski along the Roaring Run Trail for three and one half miles.
Local News : Music Artist Visits Hot Shots
Cathy and Matt Bowman, owners of the Hot Shots Espresso Bar, which is located in Lower Burrell is excited to be hosting another 'Live Music' night at their establishment. The night's event will feature Contemporary Christian singer and composer Nate Watkins.
Local News : Wilder Business Park Development
Kiski Valley Enterprises, Inc. will receive bids for the development of the Wilder Business Park project in Hyde Park until noon on September 23, 2002. The project includes approximately 5300 sq yards of asphalt paving, storm sewer, and roadway and utility installation. The bids will then be opened and read aloud at noon on the 23rd at One Parks Bend, Vandergrift. Once this phase in the project is completed, it may be as early as spring or early summer for the buildings to be constructed.
Local News : One Year Later-Tomorrow's Heroes
Today, as we reflect on the tragic events that took place one year ago, we can also look around us and better appreciate the lives we are blessed with. Last night I did an interview featuring the Junior Firefighters program at Washington Township Fire Department.
Local News : New Hope For Playground
For those who have children having a safe place for them to play is very important. That's what a small group of people are trying to do for the children of Vandergrift. Brenda Snyder and Carol Torrence, both Vandergrift residents, are working very hard to make the Kennedy Park Playground safe and handicap accessible. They recently gained approval from the Vandergrift Council to keep the park open longer as long as they could get volunteers to help out. Currently Brenda and Carol are the only two parents volunteering at the playground.
Local News : Kiski Valley Remembers
Vandergrift Police officers gathered around the TV at 8:46 am to watch the beginning of today's 'September 11 Memorial' ceremonies before heading out into the streets. "This is a sobering day. Knowing that the police, firefighters, and average persons sacrificed their own lives to save others," stated Patrolman Joe Gray. It is something that makes him proud and honored to do what he does for a living.
Local News : Another Success For Tour De StrongLand
The 14th Annual Tour de StongLand launched Saturday with off-road races at Roaring Run in Apollo. There were three different races covering a 17-mile, 9-˝ mile and a 6-mile course. The first race began by going a short distance down the Roaring Run trail before taking a fairly steep trail up the hill through the woods. In one area of the trial the bikes had to be carried because of the steep incline.
Local News : Reward Being Offered
The Vandergrift #1 Fire Department is now offering a $500.00 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the theft of the safe that was stolen from the fire department.
Local News : Local Fishermen Have Competition
At the age of four, Alec Miller of Apollo is already quite an accomplished fisherman
Local News : Organization Makes Great Strides
The Allegheny Township Historical Society was organized about five years ago. Since then they have made great strides in their efforts to preserve history and present it to the community.
Local News : Local Criminal Cases
David Krafick of Apollo was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Criminal Conspiracy. A search warrant was issued for his place of residence in Apollo.
Local News : State Police Report
The state police responded to a vehicle accident on State Route 981 for a one-vehicle crash. Elizabeth Pepper of Latrobe was driving a 1990 Nissan when she lost control of the vehicle while exiting a curve and impacted a guide wire connected to a telephone pole. He sustained minor injuries.
Local News : Burglary Hits Hard
Jim Dunmire of the Vandergrift #1 Fire Department stated that because of the burglary two weeks ago, the "Cash Bash" fundraiser must be cancelled and the money returned. "This was a hard decision for us to make," stated Dunmire.
Local News : Truck Burst Into Flames
A truck burst into flames while sitting outside a home located on Longfellow Street in Vandergrift.
Local News : Getting Fit For Local Competition
About twenty years ago Linda Barbieri of Avonmore wasn't happy with her weight so she decided to join a gym and began lifting weights. She even joined some of the local bodybuilding competitions. A friend at the gym wanted to put together a bodybuilding show so Linda helped her do it. From there it just fell to her. That was nine years ago and she's been doing it ever since.
Local News : The Construction Goes On
This year the community of Lower Burrell has shown what a difference pulling together for a common interest can make. In a matter of months the community has cleaned up Wolf Pack Park and made quite a few improvements. But, they're far from finished.
Local News : Bids To Open On Hyde Park Plan
Bids will be open next week for contractors for the industrial park project in Hyde Park. Allan Walzak of the Strongland Chamber of Commerce said that the information should be released and made public as early as tomorrow.
Local News : Truck Plunges Into River
Mike Bonelli of Apollo was spending a relaxing day fishing along the Allegheny River in Schenley near lock #5. After about five hours Mike saw a spare tire float by and remarked to his friend that it looked a little familiar.
Local News : Allegheny Township Police Report
The Allegheny Township Police are investigating a vehicle-pedestrian accident that occurred on Bagdad Road near the mid valley lane along route 356. Homer Tack Jr. of Butler was driving a 1986 GMC truck and was stopped behind an oil truck on Bagdad Road.
Local News : Lower Burrell District Justice
Cindy Lour Bertram of New Kensington was arrested and charged with Theft by unlawful taking or disposition, theft of servers and 2cts receiving stolen property.
Local News : A Place Of Their Own
About a month ago 20-25 teenagers waited patiently outside the East Vandergrift Borough Office waiting for a chance to speak at the council meeting. They were there to make a plea to have the park re-opened so they would have a place to skateboard other than the streets. The teens that attended were from East Vandergrift, Vandergrift and Washington Township.
Local News : Vandergrift High Welcomes Alumni
This weekend the Vandergrift High School will be welcoming back alumni from the graduating class of 1952. The school has made some changes over the years and now utilized as the Vandergrift Elementary School. The building was a high school through 1962 until it became part of the Kiski Area. Then, the high school was moved out to its current location.
Local News : Fire Department Burglarized
Sgt. Anthony Dipanis of the Vandergrift Police Department is now heading up the investigation into the robbery at the Vandergrift #1 Fire Department.
Local News : Festival Season In The Valley
The months of August and September seem to be filled with festivals celebrated around the Kiski Valley. According to Charlie Seitz, in charge of this year's "2nd Annual Lower Burrell Autumn Fest", last year's festival was a great success and this year's is going to be even better. This year the event will be held at Wolf Pack Park on September 14th from 11am till dusk and September 15th from noon till dusk.
Local News : Bell Project Moves Ahead
Over the years the Bell Township Historic Preservation Society has had some hard times dealing with the preservation of the church located on St. James Church Road, Salina. They were given the church in 1983 to restore and since then have had the corner stone and its contents stolen and then in 1996 a suspicious fire almost completely destroyed the building.
Local News : Car Overturns In North Vandergrift
Emergency crews responded to a call to North Vandergrift this morning when a report was called in to 911 stating that a car that had flipped onto its roof.
Local News : Festival Aids New Community Building
The Washington-Bell Lions Club in conjunction with the Washington Township Parks Improvement Fundraising Committee and Washington Township VFD are trying to raise funds to build a new community building. They hope to be able to use the Fall Flea Fest and the Battle of the Bands to draw people to the area for this benefit.
Local News : Recycling Program Open To Area Residents
For the past six years Harry Schaeffer has been making the trip to Apollo to collect recyclables for the Armstrong Recycling Center.
Local News : Arrests To Be Made Soon
According to reports today from the Bell Township Police Department, they are ready to make arrests this week in the case of the vandalism at the Bell Avon Elementary School last month.
Local News : Giant Eagle Hit Again
Today Allegheny Township and Vandergrift Police were called out to Giant Eagle for a shoplifting offense.
Local News : Dealers Caught In Drug Sweep
Early this morning a drug sweep was conducted in Vandergrift. "This is just the first in a series of busts," stated Vandergrift Police Officer Joe Gray, "and the first phase in cleaning up the streets of Vandergrift."
Local News : Safety First In Allegheny Township
This weekend the Allegheny Township Business Crimewatch and the Allegheny Township Police hosted a "Safety Fair" for the community.
Local News : Large Turnout To Riverfront Festivities
Dedication of the new River Front Park in Leechburg began Saturday morning at 11am launching the Leechburg Festival.
Local News : Local Youth Gathering A Success
The Christ Community Fellowship youth group sponsored a "Code Red Alert" for all Kiski Valley church youth groups and anyone else interested in attending.
Local News : Back In Business
After sixteen months of planning, preparation, and construction, the Held's Shop-n-Save located at Route 66 and 16th Street, North Apollo, is now open for business.
Local News : Open House Invitation
The Victorian Vandergrift Museum & Historical Society(VVMHS for short) members want to invite the public to attend an Open House and Membership Invitation.
Local News : Benefit Concert To Aid Boat Launch
The next "Polka Jam" scheduled for September will benefit the Canoe Launch Program in Avonmore.
Local News : North Apollo Police Receive Update
The North Apollo Police Department received notification today from the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board regarding the operation of The Wolfe's Den.
Local News : Curfew Violaters Beware
The Vandergrift Police Department wants to warn residents of Vandergrift, East Vandergrift and Oklahoma that they are cracking down on underage individuals roaming the streets at unreasonable hours of the night.
Local News : Area Court Report
The following cases were brought before District Justice Bernice McCutcheon:
Local News : Perseverance Pays Off For Leechburg Residents
After ten years of perseverance, the Leechburg Area Community Association(LACA) in conjunction with residents Carol and Raymond Shick, the land adjacent to the riverbank has been transformed into a wonderful park.
Local News : Local Youth Needs Help With Project
Todd Nonn(center) of Upper Burrell will soon be eighteen and is in a race to finish his Eagle Scout project.
Local News : Kiski Announces Big Plans During Public Hearing
Last night's public hearing at the Kiski Area High School addressed the proposed additions and renovations to the Kiski Area High School.
Local News : Plans For Development Under Way
Joe Kallen, owner of Rita's Italian Ice in Lower Burrell and soon to be owner of the site in Allegheny Township, which includes 2.15acres and a 6,000 square foot building (the old Ponderosa building), will be closing on the property on August 28th.
Local News : Community Pulls Together Preparing
With their 4th Annual Native American Festival less than two weeks away, Thunder Mountain Lenapé Nation members are working feverishly to finish preparing an undeveloped new location near Nowrytown.
Local News : New Burn Resolution Adopted
A 'Recreational Burn' resolution was enacted on August 5th for the Saltsburg Borough. This resolution pertains to fires that are used in the traditional campfire sense.
Local News : Local Parish Being Built By Time, Talent and Treasure
"The new parish will be built on a combination of Time, Talent and Treasure.
Local News : New Organization Off To A Strong Start
The members of the Slickville Lions Club presented the Washington/Bell Lions Club with a banner this evening during a special presentation.
Local News : Area Court Report
cases were brought before District Justice Bernice McCutcheon:
Local News : Area Court Report
The following cases were brought before District Justice Bernice McCutcheon:
Local News : Community Fundraising Project
Today Nichole Tittler, Christ Tittler, Nichol Shannon, Julie Shannon, Michelle Powell, and Crystal Baughman put up tables and signs in preparation to make some money.
Local News : Township And Borough Join Forces
Gilpin Township and Leechburg Borough are teaming up to form a joint Recreation Authority to help them better care for the needs at the Gilpin/Leechburg Park.
Local News : Two Car Crash On River Road
Two cars collided along River Road in North Apollo directly across from the Apollo Trust Bank. North Apollo and Oklahoma Fire and Ambulance Services were immediately dispatched.
Local News : Firehouse Construction Underway
Contractors from Jeemco have been diligently working on the construction of the new Leechburg firehouse.
Local News : Shop-n-Save Nears Completion
Held's Shop-n-Save, located in North Apollo, will be celebrating its 'Grand Opening' on August 18th.
Local News : Reward Offered For Information In Bank Robbery
The S & T Bank is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the conviction and arrest of the man that robbed the bank yesterday at about 11:30am.
Local News : Severe Weather Returns
The severe weather hit our area around 6:30 this evening bringing high winds and down pours. Shortly afterward whistles began to blow and our local emergency crews were out to deal with the downed power lines, trees and heavy debris that was scattered in many roadways.
Local News : Back on Stage
Kiski Area High School students are back on stage with "Up the Down Staircase" written by Bea Kaufman.
Local News : News From Around The Kiski Valley
The park located along the river in Leechburg is just about ready to be completed and opened to the public.
Local News : Kiskimere Recipiant of Grant
Parks Township officials announced that Kiskimere is the recipient of a grant that will give seven lucky homeowners up to $15,000 to remodel their homes and bring them up to code.
Local News : Police Searching For Attempted Abduction Suspect
This afternoon the Allegheny Township Police Department released a sketch of the attempted abduction suspect from last night's incident in the Hyde Park Plaza, Allegheny Township.
Local News : Winning The Race
Melvin Adams, former Harlem Globetrotter, greeted all those that flocked to Lernerville Speedway's "Winning The Race" program last night.
Local News : Local Man Honored
The Victorian Vandergrift Museum & Historic Society (VVMHS) identified their annual Citizen of the Year recipient Thursday night at their annual banquet held in East Vandergrift.
Local News : Kiski Students Faced With Sobering Reality
Today the Kiski Area SADD club in conjunction with Kiski Valley special services put on a mock accident for students.
Local News : Water Truck Hits Vehicle Before Shearing Off Pole
Chief Slagel of the Washington Township Police Departent stated that residents affected by yesterdays accident regained power at 11:30pm on May 16.
Local News : Daycare Receives Special Visitor
This morning children from the Small World Daycare located in Apollo, received a special visitor. Police dog Hera arrived with her handler, Apollo Officer Paul Brezican, and Chief Robin Davis.
Local News : High Speeds-High Fines
If you like to drive fast you better be prepared to pay the price. Allegheny Township, for one, been patrolling the Serpentine Road, West Vandergrift, in an attempt to cut down on the problems created by speeding in that area.
Local News : Lightening Strikes Home
A bolt of lightening struck a home located at 328 Route 356, next to Schrecks RV, in Washington Township this afternoon at 1:32pm, causing damage to the roof, siding, gutters in addition to creating a hole in the side of the house.
Local News : Allegheny Woodlands Breaks Ground
Allegheny Woodlands, the new housing area under construction located across from Trunzo.s in Washington Township, has finally been started
Local News : Accident Leaves At Least One Injured
This morning at around 7am there was a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Route 56 and Florida Avenue, West Vandergrift.
Local News : Truck Overturns Along Route 356
This afternoon around 4pm a truck traveling along Route 356 overturned right before the Fire Hall Road on the Leechburg end.
Local News : Making The Grade
Hard work does pay off as Burrell High School Sophomore students found out earlier today.
Local News : An Incredible Recovery
Just days after fracturing four vertebrae in his back, Mike Gray is up and ready to go
Local News : Is This The Beginning Of The End?
That's what the people that crowded into the Parks Township Fire hall tonight wanted to find out for themselves.
Local News : Car Bursts Into Flames
After jumping a small curb, the Chevy Lumina driven by East Vandergrift resident Catherine Chruscik smashed into a telephone pole.
Local News : Playground Project Completed
Freeport announced the completion of the $45,000 Second Street Playground Project today.
Local News : Controlled Burn Gets Out of Hand
After a day of logging, a group of Amish workers were cleaning up the area when their controlled fire quickly got out of control.
Local News : History Fair
The Orchard Hill Christian Academy, located in Spring Church, had their History Fair on May 3.
Local News : Fundraising Aids Students
"We are trying to save students money and help make band trips more affordable to parents.” remarked Leslie Korns, Vice President of the Kiski Area Instrumental Boosters.
Local News : Emissions Pilot Program
News was released today to the State Police, located in Washington Township, of the new voluntary emissions testing pilot program that will affect 17 counties including Westmoreland and Allegheny
Local News : Army Corp of Engineers To Speak on SLDA Cleanup
Now's the time to express your concerns and have your questions answered once and for all. Richard Dowling of the Army Corp of Engineers will be available to explain the cleanup process used in the removal/cleanup of the Parks Township Shallow Land Disposal Area.
Local News : Thirteenth Annual Spring Choral Concert
Tonight the Kiski Area School District seventh and eighth grad chorus, along with the eighth grade vocal ensemble, performed in the Kiski Area High School auditorium located in Allegheny Township.
Local News : Tornado Hits Area
It's official: the Weather Bureau confirmed a tornado struck in our area Sunday afternoon.
Local News : Downed Power Lines
This afternoon at around 4pm, a call came in to 911 stating that there were live power lines down at the top of Ankeny Road, Route 156, Spring Church.
Local News : Accident Along Route 356 Allegheny Township
Allegheny Township Police and Lower Kiski Ambulance responded to the 911 call that came in on April 24, at 1:34pm.
Local News : New Code Will Affect Your Home Remodeling
Parks Township Council Chairman F.L. Shannon invited the Regional Manager of Building Inspection Underwriters, Inc., Bruce Tindle to speak at the last council meeting.
Local News : "One Song" 2002 Show Choir Festival
The Kiski Area School District in Allegheny Township hosted a Show Choir festival on Wednesday, April 24, at 7:30pm.
Local News : Vehicle Overturns on La Bellevue Road
A Volkswagen overturned in the middle of La Bellevue Road in front of Traversa's Restaurant located in West Vandergrift PA, at 12:43pm today.
Local News : Youth Commission Impacts Teenager's Lives, Looking For Volunteers
"Do you think that when the program is over I can still call him?" the youth asked his mother as he was on his way to his last meeting with Jim Walton.
Local News : Boy Drowns in Kiski, Second Saved
-"It was a group effort with the police, fire, ambulance, and special services.
Local News : A Celebration of Learning
The Saltsburg Middle High School held "A Celebration of Learning" on March 19.
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