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Amwell residents voice support for data center regulation

More than 50 residents expressed their support for a proposed ordinance regulating data center development in Amwell Township during a Monday night hearing at the Lone Pine Social Hall. The township’s board of supervisors called the hearing after tabling a motion to adopt the ordinance in May, citing a need for further revision and public comment. The ordinance has subsequently been rewritten and expanded, with some portions taking inspiration from the recently adopted ordinance in South Strabane Township, according to board Chairman H. Wayne Montgomery. Montgomery emphasized that the board has not received any applications for data center projects, saying that the ordinance ...

Washington man charged in rape of young boy

A Washington man was arrested last week and accused of raping a young boy on multiple occassions last year. John Bryan, 61, was charged Friday by city police with multiple felony counts after officers were called to investigate a child welfare report. Police said the 5-year-old boy told investigators about the assaults and a medical evaluation showed injuries from being raped, according to court documents. The child also appeared to have bladder issues possibly caused by a sexually transmitted disease. The alleged assaults happened on multiple occasions between March and December 2025, police said in court documents. Bryan is charged with felony counts of child rape, involuntary ...

WGHF awards $100,000 to 23 area nonprofits

The Washington Greene Health Foundation (WGHF) announces the launch of its Pilot Community Grantmaking Cycle, awarding a total of over $100,000 to 23 nonprofit organizations serving residents across Washington and Greene Counties. Since its founding in 1992, the Washington Greene Health Foundation (WGHF), previously Washington Health System Foundation, has played a vital role in strengthening healthcare across the region through philanthropy. As part of that commitment, WGHF launched its Community Grantmaking program this year to support local organizations working to improve health and well-being across Washington and Greene counties. Long recognized for its strong partnership with ...

Household chemical collection set for Wild Things Stadium Saturday

On Saturday, the Pennsylvania Resources Council will host a household chemical collection in partnership with Washington County Planning Commission to provide residents with a safe and cost-effective way to dispose of common chemicals such as cleaners, paints, batteries, automotive fluids and pesticides.  The collection will take place on Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at EQT PARK, 1 Washington Federal Way, Washington. When preparing to attend this event, participants should pack all materials in their car trunks or truck beds and then stay in their vehicles while the contractor unloads the materials.  Participants must register in advance at prc.org/CollectionEvents or by ...

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Sports

Pitt is it for Peters Township volleyball standout Knox

Ever since she started playing the sport at age 11, Alex Knox has been going to watch the Pitt women’s volleyball team. “My family and I tried to go to as many games as we could,” Knox said. So, when Panthers coach Dan Fisher extended an offer it made her college decision pretty ...

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Young’s two-run homer lifts Mariners past Pirates

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cole Young hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning in his first major league game in his hometown to lift the Seattle Mariners to a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night. The 22-year-old second baseman's drive into the right-field bleachers kept the ...

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NHL approves sale of Penguins to Hoffmann family

NEW YORK – The Pittsburgh Penguins officially have new owners. On Tuesday the NHL Board of Governors approved the sale of the franchise from Fenway Sports Group to the Hoffmann family during the league meeetings. The deal, reached a year ago, is worth $1.7 billion to $1.75 billion. "It's ...

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Let's not foot this bill Pennsylvania taxpayers already provide Gov. Josh Shapiro with one of the most beautiful official residences in the nation. The Governor’s Residence in Harrisburg recently underwent more than $30 million in renovations and security improvements, and it is protected ...

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Round out picnics with pasta salad

If clear skies and bright sunshine have you dreaming of a fresh meal outdoors, a picnic may be just the solution. Rounding out your spread of sandwiches and cold refreshments doesn't have to be a trick - instead, treat yourself to a light, simple side like this Picnic Pasta Salad. Cooked ...

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