Health Dept. debunks cancer cluster
Ewing's sarcoma instances not ‘statistically significant’
The Pennsylvania Department of Health recently determined there is no “cancer cluster” in Washington County or the Canon-Mcmillan School District. This finding was in response to a report released in late March, claiming there were six cases of Ewing’s sarcoma in the area. The department’s statement was released one day before state officials were supposed … Continue reading
County programs receive grant to battle substances
Connect Inc. received $512,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs and Human Services April 1. The money came from the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration grants. Connect Inc. was one of 16 organizations that received grant money from the pool of $15 million. In a press release from Gov. … Continue reading
High St. salons cooperate for business success
Some may think this is a hairy situation. Three newly opened hair salons, all on High Street in Waynesburg and within one block of each other. In such a competitive field, businesses need to cut down the competition. But here, the opposite happens. “It’s really nice with everyone up here, because we all get along, … Continue reading
Bowlby Library prepares for summer months with events
Eva K. Bowlby Public Library is getting ready for its summer learning programs, available to children of all ages. The main program, coordinated through the state, is the SummerQuest program. The library will be putting its own spin on the program, though, with a space-themed “A Universe of Stories” title. The eight-week program, starting June … Continue reading
Casa Capri, new pizzeria, to open in Waynesburg
In the small shopping plaza stretch near Taco Bell and Dunkin Donuts, between Pearle Vision and One Main Financial, a new pizzeria is coming to Waynesburg. In a “prime location between the hotels and other restaurants” Owner Amanda Bibovic said, “We have already had people come in and ask for menus, and I hope it will … Continue reading
Iovino victorious in special election
Party offices work hard for voter turnout
The results of the special election for the 37th Senatorial district—a seat left vacant when Guy Reschenthaler won the 14th congressional district race in November’s midterm elections—are in, and Democrat Pam Iovino is the winner. In an election that spanned Allegheny and Washington counties, Iovino defeated Republican D. Raja, earning 33,310 votes to Raja’s 30,741 … Continue reading
Sister Audrey continues life of service despite retirement
“I hate it. Enough is enough.” As usual, Sister Audrey Quinn is adorning her servant attitude in face of people’s praise of her. After working as director of the Salvation Army Greene County Service Center for 11 years, Sister Quinn is stepping down from the position. She isn’t a fan of all the attention. “I didn’t … Continue reading
VFW Post No. 4793 hosts event to honor Vietnam veterans
When you wake up every day not knowing if it will be your last, said Don Keller, a Vietnam veteran, you become a band of brothers with the men around you. You dodge bullets and literally fight for your country and for your life. On March 29, 1973 the last American combat troops were withdrawn … Continue reading