Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern Pennsylvania held the first-annual Rise, Resist, Unite, Program in Greene County as part of the 2018 worldwide initiative and program One Billion Rising Revolution Saturday, Feb. 17. The program was first launched in February 2012 to raise awareness for domestic violence and sexual assault. Cheryl McCready, Satellite Office Coordinator of … Continue reading
Before the 2017 Greene County Coroner Election, Gene Rush didn’t have any political experience. Rush, who previously spent more than 30 years as the director of Rush Funeral Home in Rogersville, Pennsylvania, pursued the Coroner’s office last year as a Republican. After running unopposed in the primary May 16, Rush faced off with incumbent Gregory … Continue reading
It’s that time of year again. Love is in the air. What isn’t so magical is the stress business owners must undergo to plan for the holiday. For Kristy Vliet, owner of 5 Kidz Kandy, this time of year can be especially busy. This is especially true considering this year, the Mardi Gras celebration falls … Continue reading
Residents of Pennsylvania’s 50th Legislative District participated in Rep. Pam Snyder’s Tele-Town Hall, Thursday, Feb. 8. This year marked Snyder’s third phone conference style town hall since she took office as a state representative. Participants of the event would receive a phone call and be transitioned into the conference. Additionally, those involved were able to … Continue reading
In previous years, Harrisburg has been notorious for gridlock and bi-partisanship. But last Tuesday, Feb. 6, in a budget proposal speech for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Gov. Tom Wolf called on politicians to come together. In his 2018 budget address, Wolf hailed the progress the Commonwealth had achieved during his tenure thus far, including an … Continue reading
In late January, the construction of a replacement gas line started in Carmichaels, but plans will not be complete until early spring. Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania will be replacing an older pipeline made of steel, now going with a newer pipe of polyethylene. The reason for the change in the pipe is a corrosion build … Continue reading
Organized through the American Legion Post 330 in Waynesburg, a blood drive is being hosted with one simple goal: to save lives. While the blood drive isn’t scheduled until July 2, Michele Deems, American Blood Donor chairman for the state of Pennsylvania, said an initial survey has been sent out to local residences to raise awareness … Continue reading
The opioid crisis isn’t just a health problem. It isn’t just a crime problem. It’s a community problem. That’s according to Karen Bennett, director of Human Services in Greene County. That’s the reason the county is officially expanding its overdose task force, modeling it after the successful coalition in the neighboring Washington County. With the … Continue reading
After a turbulent few weeks, the U.S. Supreme Court confirmed Monday the Pennsylvania high court’s decision to redraw congressional district lines. Questions were raised about the congressional map last month—primarily from the League of Women’s Voters and from voters across the state—claiming gerrymandering that unfairly favored Republicans. The case was debated at length, travelling all … Continue reading
The Community Foundation of Fayette County is offering grants for nonprofit organizations in Fayette and Greene counties. A community foundation is a nonprofit, public charity created by and for the residents of a specific geographic area, or for a specific purpose of interest. The CFFC’s General Grant Making Fund gives priority to Arts and Culture, … Continue reading
