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Police investigating shooting in Greene County

Police were responding to the scene of a shooting in Greene County Friday afternoon. The incident was reported at Garrison Ridge Road in New Freeport before 3 p.m. The event is being considered an isolated incident, with no risk to the public, said Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Kalee ...

Greene County commissioners approve 2026 budget

Greene County residents won’t see a property tax increase in 2026. The commissioners approved a $20 million general fund budget, up 1.1% from last year, at their meeting last Thursday. Overall spending for the county is targeted at $37.1 million, down about 0.5% from 2025. That $188,000 ...

Not a mean one

The Grinch and his loyal dog, Max, have been making the rounds in the region, entertaining fans of the beloved holiday classic. Underneath all of the green fur are Jason Dunkle of Washington and his Italian greyhound, Greyson. “We’ve been doing the Grinch since 2023,” Dunkle said. ...

King Coal Association celebrates area’s mining history

For the past 70 years, the King Coal Association has promoted and celebrated the history of mining in Southwestern Pennsylvania, reminding residents of its importance to the region. “Going back to earlier years, probably even before the 1900s, the coal industry, and coal mines ...

Peters Township council narrowly approves budget, tax increase

Peters Township council almost did not approve next year’s budget as elected officials were divided on a hike in taxes. Initially, an ordinance raising property taxes in Peters from 1.7 mills to 1.95 mills failed in a 3-3 vote. Gary Stiegel Jr., Frank Kosir Jr., and Frank Arcuri voted ...