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Taking a nice walk along the Youghiogheny River is not only a great way to spend a morning, but it’s even better when you do it to help to raise money for an organization whose goal is to help women, children and families.

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Three fire companies, state and local police forces and Mutual Aid EMS were among the rescue personnel that responded to Southmoreland High School Friday morning for a head-on collision involving entrapment and two fatalities.

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It’s that time of year again for the Greater Connellsville Chamber of Commerce to host the annual spring community yard sale.

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After Friday’s 2-0 win over Bethel Park, Connellsville softball pitcher Iris Burd responded to a question by saying that she doesn’t have ice water in her veins.

James S. “Jim” Ray, 72, of Connellsville, passed away peacefully Monday, April 22, 2024, at his home, with his loving family by his side. He was born Oct. 2, 1951, in Mt. Pleasant, a son of the late Joseph W. and Audrey Wilson Ray. Jim was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant Area High School. He reti…

In loving memory of Donna Patricia Schrock, 65, of Connellsville, who passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at her daughter’s home, surrounded by the people she loved the most.

Rev. Paul Allen Sandusky, was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., on Feb. 24, 1947, to the late Thomas E. Sandusky and Betty Newell Sandusky, who preceded him in death. Paul died on April 20, 2024, with his devoted wife Janie and other family members by his side, having waged a brief and a valiant batt…

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A survey from the American Bar Association shows that most Americans are pessimistic about our nation’s democracy and are worried about the coming election. It is another reminder of the fragility of our democratic system at this perilous time in our nation’s history.

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With new discoveries and technologies developing at lightning speed, our fast-paced world is becoming increasingly interdependent.

 “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work” — Thomas A. Edison

57,915 square miles were contaminated by radioactive material from the Chernobyl disaster, an area approximately the size of Illinois.

We all know planting a tree is an easy step to help the environment and add beauty to your home. But choosing the right tree is just as important as planting one. Many people love the look of a maple tree, but be sure to get the right variety. Norway maples have beautiful fall colors, but th…

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The Connellsville Area High School powderpuff flag football game was held Tuesday evening. The freshman class won their game against the seniors, and the junior class won their game against the sophomores. The freshman and the juniors battled it out in the championship game where the juniors…

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The spring season of the Healthy Kids Running Series got under way this past Sunday. The goal of the series is to give children ages 2 through grade 8 an opportunity to get out and exercise. Events span from the 50-yard dash to the one-mile run depending on age. The Connellsville event will …

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The Connellsville Area High School hosted a Transition Fair inviting students to visit representatives from various careers, colleges, technical schools and military.