Interstate 70 will be backed-up for a while. Tunnel Ridge LLC., a branch of Alliance Resource Partners, LP., is set to longwall mine beneath I-70 a total of ten times for the next 19 years. Joseph Szczur, executive director of PennDot, published a news release explaining the mining is between the Claysville Interchange in Washington … Continue reading
In an age when caring about the environment and “tidying up” with Marie Kondo is all the rage, local thrift shops have been reaping all of the benefits. Linda Mariner, a manager at the thrift shop, Cherry Door, said she has noticed a definite shift in customers in Waynesburg. “I feel that people are beginning … Continue reading
The National Safety Council reported this month that it is more likely for Americans to die of an opioid overdose than in a motor vehicle crash. The report, which also tracks the likelihood of dying from heart disease, cancer and other ailments, states the odds of dying by overdose is 1 in 96, while the … Continue reading
Glass has become quite a problem for recyclers. It’s so much of a problem, the Pennsylvania Resource Council is requiring some residential and community programs to stop including glass in recycling altogether. In a statement released by PRC, there is a problem dealing with glass in recycling facilities and a change on the global recycling … Continue reading
Former U.S Representative Tom Marino (R-Pa.) resigned from office after serving four terms and part of a fifth out of Pennsylvania’s 12th congressional district. Marino’s resignation comes just after his recent re-election in November, when he won 66 percent of the vote in PA-12 to defeat Marc Friedenberg (D), securing his fifth term in office. … Continue reading
Before President Donald Trump reopened the government last Friday, more than 800,000 federal employees and their families prepared for another missed paycheck. The government shutdown had a massive impact on communities all across the country, and Greene County was no exception. After a 35-day government shutdown, Democrats and Republicans nationwide are up in arms. High-profile … Continue reading
Empty Shells Last summer, the Winegars stayed busy—they did a lot of travelling, visiting scenic locations in the southwest and soaking in the vibrant skies and the serenity of desert flatlands. Both artists, Jim and Linda thought it would be inspiring, and they were looking forward to seeing old friends scattered around the country. They … Continue reading
After the Vietnam Memorial traveling wall visited Greene County last year, members of VFW Post #4793 decided to take further steps to honor veterans. They began preparations for the Greene County Salute to Veterans Memorial Park and Wall. “We had the Vietnam Memorial traveling wall last year and I was just amazed at the reception … Continue reading
The Pittsburgh Police Department and its officers have already been equipped with body cameras, but have plans to expand upon the safety measure in 2019. Going into the new year, there are plans to have every officer trained and equipped with a body camera, said Chris Togneri, Public Information Officer for the city of Pittsburgh’s … Continue reading
At 5 p.m., the event kicked off; at 6 p.m., the Christmas tree was lit. The warming barrels were in full blaze, Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus greeting everyone, the spirit of Christmas in the air. The Community of Waynesburg came together Nov. 30 as the Holiday Open House kicked off the Christmas season. The … Continue reading
