Category Archives: Local News

DCNR BANS CAMPFIRES IN STATE PARKS, FORESTS
Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has instituted a ban on campfires in state parks and forests. The ban is due to the dry conditions that have persisted across the state ...
Hometown2 Nov 07, 2024

INDIANA FIREFIGHTERS RELIEF ASSOCIATION HAD ONE NEGATIVE FINDING IN RECENT AUDIT
The Indiana Firefighter's Relief Association had one negative finding in the recent audit performed by the office of the State Auditor General. That fault is that the organization did not formally def...
Hometown2 Nov 07, 2024

BRUSH FIRE LEADS TO DESTRUCTION OF CHICKEN COOP IN CHERRYHILL TOWNSHIP
A fast-moving brush fire in Cherryhill Township led to a destroyed chicken coop Tuesday afternoon. Firefighters from Cherryhill and Pine Townships, Clymer, and Commodore were summoned to a 100 x 100 f...
Renda Media Nov 06, 2024

GRANT MONEY AVAILABLE FOR ELIGIBLE PEOPLES NATURAL GAS CUSTOMERS
Those experiencing hardship in paying utility bills now have the opportunity to garner some relief. Peoples Natural Gas said the Dollar Energy Fund is now available for individuals and families in nee...
Renda Media Nov 06, 2024

REPUBLICANS LEAD PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE, SENATE RACES
As expected, the races for Pennsylvania's House and Senate seats continue to be tight. Republicans currently hold the lead in both races, with the Senate's vote at 26-20 with four seats still to be ca...
Renda Media Nov 06, 2024

TRUMP PROJECTED TO BE 47TH PRESIDENT OF UNITED STATES, OTHER FOX NEWS HEADLINES
YOUR ELECTION HUB: Track election results with real-time data, developments and analysis on races across the US. 1. Donald Trump projected to become the 47th president of the United States. 2. Trump v...
Renda Media Nov 06, 2024

BLAIRSVILLE MAN CHARGED WITH THREATENING SOMEONE WITH A KNIFE TO HAVE HEARING TODAY
Indiana County's district courts will hold several preliminary hearings today, including one for a man who allegedly threatened someone with a knife in Young Township. 30-year-old Michael Wilson, Jr.,...
Hometown2 Nov 06, 2024

PA AMERICAN WATER ASKING CUSTOMERS TO CONSERVE
Pennsylvania American Water is now asking all customers to conserve. The company is asking residents and businesses to reduce their nonessential water usage by 10-15%. The request comes as the state d...
Hometown2 Nov 06, 2024

BEACON LEGACY PARTNERS ACQUIRES INFIRST FINANCIAL ADVISORS
InFirst Financial Advisors have announced they have been acquired by Beacon Legacy Partners, LLC. The agreement allows Beacon Legacy Partners to take over investment management and wealth management s...
Hometown2 Nov 06, 2024

INDIANA COUNTY BRUSH FIRE TOTAL REACHES 76 FOR THE YEAR AFTER ACTIVITY ON TUESDAY
More brush fires were reported in Indiana County on Tuesday, including one that burned half an acre in Armstrong Township. Indiana, Elderton and Creekside fire departments were dispatched at 8:26 PM f...
Hometown2 Nov 05, 2024

America 250
The America250 celebration is coming up. Are you doing anything special?
Yes! Can't wait for the Friday night parade and Saturday's YMCA Star Spangled Celebration at Mack Park!
We'll do our typical picnic and sparklers thing!
We're traveling to some great U.S. historical sites, such as Philadelphia or Washington, D.C.
Nothing special. Just a typical weekend at our house.
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