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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 ...

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 ...

Feasibility study to explore future of Penn State Fayette campus

Fayette County leaders and community partners have announced the launch of a comprehensive feasibility study to evaluate future opportunities for the Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus property and explore how the site can continue serving residents through education, workforce development, ...

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Peters Township’s Reyes wins WPGA Junior Championship

EXPORT – Camden Reyes came up clutch when it mattered most. Reyes, who will be a junior this fall at Peters Township, made a long putt on the 18th hole and birdied the first hole of a playoff to take the 106th WPGA Junior Championship Monday at Westmoreland Country Club. “It’s nuts,” ...

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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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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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Savvy ways to ensure grilling success

There’s just something timeless about a summer cookout with friends, family or neighbors. Whether it’s the sound of burgers sizzling on the grill or the smell of your favorite seasonal sides, the event invokes nostalgia and camaraderie. While the spotlight may land on the burgers and ...

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