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Wildcats look for sixth win, Stingers look to bounce back as conference season rolls on

The high school football season now enters Week 7, with the Heritage Conference seeing some teams position themselves for a shot at the title crown. This week, you have some teams looking to bounce back, some looking to turn their seasons around and some just looking to keep rolling. Here is…

IUP football celebrates 100 seasons

As IUP begins its next 150 years — and beyond — IUP football celebrates its “unofficial” centennial during the 2026-27 academic year.

IUP Homecoming to attract thousands

Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s annual Homecoming celebration on Oct. 10 is expected to draw thousands to Indiana for alumni reunions and events for the entire community, including the annual parade and football game.

A letter from the Alumni Board President

Dear Friends,

A letter from the president

Dear Friends,

Marion Center Class of 1969 holds reunion

Members of the Marion Center Class of 1969 held their 57th Class Reunion Sept. 26 at the F.O.Eagles, Indiana.

IUP Crimson Court named

Now in its 16th year at IUP, the Crimson Court will take part in all university Homecoming activities, including the parade. The Crimson Court consists of students chosen by a university-wide vote to represent each of the colleges at IUP. To qualify for the court, students must have junior o…

IUP House of Drag brings Mixed Media to the stage

Indiana looks for first-section win with road battle against Shaler

In the second leg of their three-game road trip, Indiana heads to Shaler to face the Titans as both teams look to pick up their first section victory Friday night.

IUP’s Symphony Orchestra collaborates with the Philly Street Strings

Students and community members had the opportunity to brighten their Sunday afternoon with a concert performed by IUP’s Symphony Orchestra and the Philly Street Strings.

Penns Manor School Board to review new policies

KENWOOD — Several policies were up for their first readings at Wednesday's Penns Manor School Board meeting, all stemming from state omnibus regulations.

Homer City Borough Council considers opening full-time police position to fill gaps in coverage

HOMER CITY — Homer City Borough Council brainstormed solutions Tuesday to a lack of police presence in the borough, prompted by a resident’s concern about electric motorcycles illegally driven on streets within the borough.

Saltsburg Borough Council approves parking permits, discusses committee meeting conduct

SALTSBURG — Saltsburg Borough Council on Monday approved Ordinance 303, which officially institutes parking permits for certain areas of the borough.

The deadline now is less than a week away for an end to skill games in Pa.

Skill games update.

Indiana County Tourist Bureau welcomes public to take part in Decorate Douglas contest

The Indiana County Tourist Bureau is excited to invite visitors and residents to participate in its Decorate Douglas contest through Nov. 15.

Measles cases rise to 24 in Indiana County

Cases of measles continue to rise statewide and in Indiana County.

River Valley School District 2024-25 audit reveals $10M+ in corrections, 11 findings

River Valley's 2024-25 audit revealed 11 findings, missing receipts and a $966k deficit along with more than $10 million in adjustments.

Police Log

Police reports from area law enforcement agencies.

Indiana Borough Council's agenda includes CDBG plans and upcoming events

Extended coverage of Tuesday's Indiana Borough Council meeting.

Area drone and safety chain legislation get final General Assembly approval

Legislation dealing with drones and safety chains are headed for Gov. Josh Shapiro's desk.

Vasil, McCracken helps Colts taken down Comets 3-0

Northern defeated Penns Manor in three straight sets with scores of 25-10, 25-21 and 25-8.

Indiana blanked, Cambria Heights extends win streak to 6 on Tuesday

Indiana hosted Penn-Trafford and Cambria Heights continued their winning streak on Tuesday night. Below is your area soccer roundup from Tuesday.

Wolves run win streak to five as Hess, Selapack celebrate career milestones

West Shamokin looked to win its fifth straight game Tuesday when it hit the road to face Portage. The Wolves kept their winning ways going, sweeping their way to victory with set scores of 25-15, 25-11 and 25-21.

Zamborsky’s 31 assists power Stingers past Blue Jays to climb over .500

Marion Center was looking to end its three-game losing streak as it took on Conemaugh Valley, which had been on fire recently. The Stingers powered through, grounding the Blue Jays 3-1 with set scores of 25-19, 25-18, 22-25 and 26-24.

Vikings, Rams go down to the wire as Apollo-Ridge wins five-set battle

Two rivals took the court Tuesday when Apollo-Ridge and Ligonier Valley squared off, with the Vikings winning 3-2 with set scores of 25-13, 26-28, 25-17, 16-25 and 15-7.

Phillips, Mahaffey take charge to lift Purchase Line past Conemaugh Township in sweep

Purchase Line lost to Conemaugh Township in three straight sets with scores of 26-24, 25-22 and 25-22.

Yount has 15 digs to lead Wildcats to second straight win over Lions

Homer-Center won its second straight match Tuesday night as it defeated United 3-1.

INDIANA COUNTY TOURIST BUREAU ANNOUNCES NEW HOLIDAY CONTEST

The Indiana County Tourist Bureau is inviting residents and visitors to take part in a new holiday contest. The "Decorate Douglas" contest runs throug...

Highlanders ride eight-goal first half to fifth straight win

Cambria Heights won its fifth straight game Tuesday on the pitch, taking down United 9-1.

BILLY FRIDLEY, 31

Billy "Binky" Calvin Fridley, 31, of Slickville, PA (Loyalhanna Township), passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026, at his home. He was born on Septembe...

DARIA VARNER, 90

On Saturday, October 3, Daria Troyan Varner of Indiana, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully in her home in the company of her children. Born January 1...

INDIANA BOROUGH COUNCIL APPROVES CONTRACT FOR VINEGAR HILL STABILIZATION PROJECT

Last night, Indiana Borough Council approved a proposal for the Vinegar Hill Slope Stabilization Project. The proposal from Verardi Landscapes in the ...

RUST COULD RETURN VERSUS CAPS TONIGHT

Coming off their first loss of the season, the Penguins are on the road tonight, but it's a short trip to play one of their biggest rivals. Paul Steig...

MAN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED HOMICIDE DUE FOR PRELIMINARY HEARING TODAY

A man charged with attempted homicide is due for a preliminary hearing today. Court documents show that Robert John Richard II from Clarksburg was cha...

IUP NAMED “HUNGER-FREE CAMPUS PLUS”

IUP has been selected by the Pennsylvania Governor's office as a Pennsylvania Hunger-Free Campus Plus. The Hunger-Free Designation shows that the scho...

VOLLEYBALL, SOCCER HIGHLIGHT WEDNESDAY ACTION

VOLLEYBALL In a matchup of two of the top teams in the Heritage Conference, Conemaugh Township swept Purchase Line 3-0 (26-24, 25-22, 25-22). FOR PURC...

DOWDLE HOPES TO RETURN TO WORK AS PRACTICE BEGINS FOR COLTS GAME

Steelers running back Rico Dowdle said yesterday that he may be able to return to practice after suffering a dislocated toe in the New England game th...

PIRATES NEWS: “SUDDEN SAM” PASSES AWAY; BUCS HAVE TEN ARBITRATION CANDIDATES

"Sudden Sam" McDowell passed away Monday at age 84. The Pittsburgh native was a Cleveland Indians legend for his 100-mile-per-hour fastball. He was a ...

Window Views: Thyme of my life

Columnist Kylie Braho reflects on her newfound love of cooking.

IUP students gather at Young Life’s annual ‘Hayride and Hoedown’

IUP’s Young Life chapter hosted a night of games, skits and square dancing at the annual “Hayride & Hoedown.”

Indiana Council advertises Shade Tree changes; awards Vinegar Hill landscape contract

Overnight reporting of Indiana Borough Council business.

AUDIT OF RIVER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT SHOWS FINANCIAL SHORTFALL, 11 PROBLEMS

Tuesday night, the River Valley School Board heard and approved the audit presentation for the 2024-25 fiscal year that took a year to complete and sh...

Burrell Township Library to offer variety of high-value prizes at Tech Bash

The Burrell Township Library will hold a Tech Bash from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Graceton-Coral Twin Cities Event Hall.

Indiana Borough, county get $200,000 from SPC for Eighth Street Initiative planning

Indiana Borough and Indiana County get $200,000 through the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission for planning costs for the Eighth Street Corridor.

Gazette's School News program returns Friday for 2026-27

Reporters from nine area high schools will be participating in the 2026-27 School News program sponsored by the Indiana Gazette.

Blairsville's Black Ridge to return to 'DVE Morning Show' to promote new EP

Blairsville rock band Black Ridge will return to the "DVE Morning Show" Friday to perform the band's newest EP tracks.

Indiana WELCOME Sign returns to Oakland Avenue, Indian Springs Road intersection

The WELCOME to Indiana, PA sign was recently re-installed at the intersection of Business Route 286/Oakland Avenue and Indian Springs Road, near the PennDOT District 10 facility.

Center Township approves advertising $1.2 million 2027 preliminary budget with no tax increase

Center Township supervisors approved advertising the township's 2027 preliminary budget of roughly $1.2 million with no tax increase Monday.