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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. ...

Sale of Fourth Street Foods finalized

Fourth Street Foods is officially under new ownership U.S. Magistrate Judge Patricia L. Dodge approved the sale of the Mon Valley frozen foods business on Jan. 21, and the sale closed Jan. 30. Wisconsin-based Morski Foods purchased the Charleroi-area business for $3 million. “We have a ...

Waynesburg woman who fled state sentenced

A Waynesburg woman who had fled the county in 2023 before being apprehended in California last year was sentenced to 10 months to five years incarceration in Greene County Court of Common Pleas Tuesday. Michelle Morris, 47, was originally arrested in 2021 after an incident where she fired a .22-caliber rifle during an argument with her roommate in her bedroom at their home in Waynesburg. She was out on bail in 2023 when she’d moved to California without notifying the court. Upon learning she was in the state, Greene County Sheriff’s Office had contacted the Los Angeles Police Department, which arrested her in the suburb of North Hills in October. Morris’s attorney, Michael ...

Local lawmakers react to Shapiro’s proposed budget

State lawmakers in Washington, Greene and Fayette counties reacted negatively to the 2026-27 state budget proposal Gov. Josh Shapiro delivered at the State Capitol in Harrisburg Tuesday. Shapiro, a Democrat who is seeking re-election this year and is considered a likely contender for his ...

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Meadows handle surges during cold stretch

By John Sacco Contributing Writer In the face of record cold temperatures, action on and off track at The Meadows is red hot. After last Thursday's race card, the North Strabane Township track reported a parimutuel handle of more than $3 million over a three-card span. Saturday’s card ...

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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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Eagles 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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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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A no-flag dip for Super Bowl Sunday

From the pregame party to kickoff and the final whistle, game day hosts know savory snacks are the key to victory. Celebrate the big game this season with a simple yet tasty spin on a football staple with this 7-Layer Game Day Dip. Featuring layers of refried beans, mashed avocados and seasoned ...

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