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Water line breaks at closed Charleroi plant

A water line break Tuesday forced the shut-off of water to the former World Kitchen Plant in Charleroi. Fire Chief Robert Whiten Jr. said the department received a call about 1 a.m. from the plant’s security concerning the break. “We went down there, but we can’t turn the water off, and we can’t turn the power off,” Whiten explained. “(The plant) is private property and unless it’s an actual fire, we can’t do anything.” Whiten said one of the plant’s few remaining employees ordered the water to be turned off until the situation could be addressed Tuesday. “She said we’re just going to have a fire watch crew down there,” he said. “Some of their sprinkler ...

Canonsburg borough manager resigns

With the resignation of Angelo Senay, Canonsburg is in need of a new borough manager. Senay, who replaced Billie Bilko in September, resigned from the position on Friday. The borough manager position was not discussed during Monday’s council meeting, but when questioned afterward, council President Eric Chandler said, “We have to talk about it and we’ll go from there.” When contacted Tuesday, Senay said the atmosphere prompted her decision. "When I began interviewing for this position, I never questioned whether I was the right fit," she said. "I have always been confident in my skills and experience, and I do not doubt my ability to lead or perform at a high level. ...

Smith Township man pleads guilty to third-degree murder for killing neighbor

The Smith Township man who shot and killed his neighbor who was cutting his grass on a riding mower nearly four years ago pleaded guilty to a lesser murder charge and was immediately sentenced to prison. Bryce Tacy Sr., 56, appeared Monday morning at the Washington County Courthouse for what ...

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Lewis, De Ridder lead No. 18 Virginia over Pitt

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Sam Lewis scored 15 points, Thijs De Ridder had 10 points and 12 rebounds and No. 18 Virginia beat Pittsburgh 67-47 on Tuesday night while scoring its fewest points this season. De Ridder, the Atlantic Coast Conference Player of the Week, had his third ...

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Avella pulls away from Aquinas to keep section title hopes alive

AVELLA – The eight seniors on the Avella boys basketball team all listed a memorable moment that was read over the public address system when they walked out on the court with their families. They will all like to amend those moments now after blitzing Aquinas Academy in the fourth quarter ...

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High school basketball: Wash High back in playoffs

Wash High is back in the WPIAL boys basketball playoffs after a one-year hiatus. Washington clinched a berth in the postseason Tuesday night by beating Carlynton 56-43 at Wash High gymnasium. The win gives the Prexies a 4-5 record in Class 3A Section 2 and a 10-10 overall mark. Wash High ...

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OP-ED: Random thoughts about man’s stupidity

I am only 18 months away from turning 80, and truthfully, the way things are going, if seven more of my classmates pass away, I could end up being the valedictorian of my high school class. One thing I’ve consistently observed in life is the ongoing display of consistency that humankind ...

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Super game day cocktail ideas

When players hit the field for Super Bowl LX, many sports fans will double as game-day hosts. Wings, nachos, sliders, and sandwiches are standard fare for game day entertaining, but savvy hosts also must give thought to the beverages they will serve. An assortment of spirited and non-alcoholic ...

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