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Brownsville Historical Society continues improvements to Nemacolin Castle

Workers on scaffolding at Nemacolin Castle in Brownsville loomed above the ground, repointing masonry on the east wing and front of the building – the side of this historic Fayette County landmark that faces the Monongahela River.“So far, it’s going good,’’ said Nathan Mikula, who ...

Confused about recycling? Some dos and don’ts for homeowners

When it comes to recycling, people can be confused. With Earth Day today, it’s a good time to learn about what’s permitted in local recycling.“Each municipality has their own program,’’ said Sheila Shea, Fayette County recycling coordinator, explaining most include glass, plastic and ...

Fayette prosecutors withdraw notice to seek death penalty in child’s death

When a Uniontown man goes to trial next month in the death of his 23-month-old daughter, he will no longer face a death sentence if convicted of first-degree murder.Fayette County Assistant District Attorney Melinda Dellarose told a judge a motion was filed Wednesday withdrawing their notice of ...

Officer injured in shooting named Masontown’s new police chief

When Scott Miller comes back to work for Masontown police next week, he’ll do so as the borough’s police chief.Miller, a Cumberland Township resident injured last September in a shooting at a magisterial district judge’s office, was tapped to lead the police department after the ...

Painting presentation a prelude to a PowerPoint program

While going through an extensive collection of artworks by Brownsville artist Frank L. Melega, Patrick Daugherty came across a painting of St. Peter’s Church in Brownsville.The painting Daugherty titled “Midnight Mass” is just one of many works that remain both at his house and at the ...

Legalizing adult recreational marijuana faces uphill battle

Budding Dilemma series<strong>P</strong>ennsylvania is facing an uphill legislative struggle to legalize adult recreational marijuana use despite what appears to be growing public support for bringing cannabis out of the shadows.Some Republicans in a party that ...