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  1. IHS students reflect on history

    It was an informal honor, but an honor nonetheless. On Friday, September 11, Indiana Area Senior High School seniors Brennan McMasters, Brock McClure, and Ian Smeltz visited the F...

    Indiana Area School District

  2. Indiana County gets $5.3 million in state Local Share Account grants

    The state's Commonwealth Financing Authority approves numerous grants for Indiana County and other communities across the state.

    The Indiana Gazette

  3. United Way, community volunteers celebrate 2026 Day of Caring

    United Way of Indiana County recently brought volunteers together for its 2026 Day of Caring, completing community projects at Getty Heights Park, Purchase Line Elementary School and the War Memorial in Commodore.

    The Indiana Gazette

  4. Board hires coaches

    Several coaches were hired by the Purchase Line School Board at a meeting on Monday night.

    The Indiana Gazette

  5. Blairsville man's murder remains officially unsolved 41 years later

    Pauline Alexander continues to press for justice in the case of her husband's murder -- 41 years later.

    The Indiana Gazette

  6. Police Log

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    The Indiana Gazette

  7. Wolves win sixth straight with 3-1 victory over Stingers

    It’s been another strong season for the West Shamokin volleyball team, as the Wolves won their sixth straight match Tuesday, taking down Marion Center 3-1. West Shamokin won by set scores of 25-12, 25-5, 25-23 and 25-14.

    The Indiana Gazette

  8. Red Dragons roll to fifth straight victory as Mahaffey leads with 16 kills

    It’s been a great start to the season for Purchase Line, as the Red Dragons started 4-0. On Tuesday, they took on Penns Manor and picked up their fifth straight win, sweeping the Comets with set scores of 25-19, 25-13 and 25-15.

    The Indiana Gazette

  9. Force Leads Indians to section victory over Cavaliers, 198-203

    Looking to keep their chances at second place in the section race, Indiana took on Kiski on Tuesday. The Indians took the day on the links, winning 198-203.

    The Indiana Gazette

  10. Center for Civic Dialogue Part of IUP Six O’Clock Series Upcoming Events

    Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Civic Dialogue will participate in two programs in IUP’s Six O’Clock Series. Both programs are free and open to the community.

    IUP News

  11. Student Co-op park maintenance project at a standstill

    As of this week, the maintenance project at the Student Co-op Recreational Park has come to a halt until the Student Co-op Association’s general membership votes on a proposition for the establishment of a new stewardship committee.

    The Penn

  12. BUDDY GARDNER, 53

    Buddy Gardner, 53 of Clymer, PA., passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at his home. He was the son of Delbert "Dee" and Linda (Long) Gardner, bo...

    U92.5

  13. Lansberry to return after first-year as Indiana boys basketball coach

    Sports coverage from Monday's Indiana Area school board meeting.

    The Indiana Gazette

  14. St. Jude Byzantine Catholic Church to hold yard sale

    St. Jude Byzantine Catholic Church, 330 Main Street, Ernest, will hold a pop-up third Saturday yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

    The Indiana Gazette

  15. ERNEST WARD, 92

    Ernest M. Ward, 92, was welcomed into Jesus' arms on September 12, 2026. He was born on April 30, 1934 to Alvie and Anna Ward. After graduating from R...

    U92.5

  16. FH: Crimson Hawks look to build on last season's playoff berth

    Picked eighth in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) preseason coaches' poll and adjusting to a new head coach, the IUP women's field hockey team enters the 2026 season looking to return to the postseason.

    The Penn

  17. PEDESTRIAN HURT IN TWO-VEHICLE CRASH IN INDIANA BOROUGH

    A pedestrian was hurt in a two-vehicle crash in Indiana Borough this morning. The crash was reported around 9:02 AM at the intersection of Wayne Avenu...

    Cat Country 106.3

  18. ROSEBUD PICKS UP KEYSTONE MINE SAFETY AWARD

    The Pennsylvania Coal Alliance has announced the recipients of its annual mine safety and reclamation awards, including an award for a mine operator i...

    WCCS Radio

  19. NEARLY $5.4 MILLION IN STATE GRANTS COMING TO INDIANA COUNTY

    State Senator Joe Pittman and Representatives Jim Struzzi and Brian Smith have announced nearly $5.4 million in state grants is coming to Indiana Coun...

    U92.5

  20. BUCS CAN’T HANDLE THE MIZ ON CLEMENTE NIGHT

    It was Roberto Clemente Night at PNC Park, but the Pirates weren't up to a Clemente standard of play against Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski. Greg Brown...

    WDAD

  21. VOLLEYBALL, GOLF, AND JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL HIGHLIGHT TUESDAY SCHEDULE

    VOLLEYBALL Indiana dropped its volleyball match to Franklin Regional, 3-1 (20-25, 23-25, 25-15, 25-21) and fell to 1-2 in Section play. Indiana stats:...

    Cat Country 106.3

  22. HOMER CITY GENERATION SUPERLOAD SHIPMENT TO START TODAY

    After a few delays, the "Superload" shipment of equipment for Homer City Generation's power plant will begin today. Edwards Moving and Rigging will st...

    U92.5

  23. INDIANA BOROUGH POLICE INVESTIGATING GRAFITTI, ARREST TWO FOR PUBLIC INTOXICATION

    Indiana Borough Police are looking for information that would lead to the identification of suspects in a case of criminal mischief that happened betw...

    Cat Country 106.3

  24. STEELERS TRYING OUT OFFENSIVE LINEMEN

    The Steelers had the day off yesterday. They are starting the week as 4.5-point underdogs for Sunday's game at New England. Yesterday, the Steelers br...

    Cat Country 106.3

  25. PENGUINS DROP FINAL GAME OF PROSPECTS TOURNEY, SEND SEVEN TO JUNIORS

    At the Detroit Prospect Challenge Tournament yesterday, the Penguins lost their final game, 3-1 to the Dallas Stars. The Pens' goal was scored by this...

    WCCS Radio

  26. DETAILS RELEASED ON FOUR-CAR CRASH, HOUSE FIRE ON MONDAY

    Indiana Fire Association officials have released details on a crash on West Pike Road and a house fire on Washington Street on Monday. The rear-end ch...

    U92.5

  27. TWO CRASHES, PHYSICAL RESCUE REPORTED BY INDIANA COUNTY 911 TUESDAY

    Two vehicle crashes were reported yesterday by Indiana County 911. The first was on Tipperary Road in Pine Township at 10:10 AM with Pine Township and...

    Cat Country 106.3

  28. ANONYMOUS DONOR FUNDS CREMATION OF BUTLER SHOOTER’S REMAINS

    An anonymous donor funded the cremation of the 20-year-old man who shot President Trump in Butler in 2024. That's according to documents released to t...

    U92.5

  29. IUP FOOTBALL LAUNCHES FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN

    The IUP football program has launched a new campaign to raise funds for the "current and future needs of IUP football. " This is the 100th season of f...

    WDAD

  30. Kiski wins as McCombie leads Indiana with 59

    The Indiana girls' golf team traveled to face Kiski Area at The Links at Spring Church on Tuesday. The Indians played well, but Kiski Area came away with the victory, 228-246, splitting the season series with Indiana.

    The Indiana Gazette

  31. Window Views: 27 Tylerisms

    In honor of her husband's 27th birthday, columnist Kylie Braho shares 27 interesting things about Tyler.

    The Indiana Gazette

  32. Indiana drops fourth straight despite Lichtenfels' 10 Kills

    Indiana has been searching for its first victory of the season. On Tuesday, the Indians faced Franklin Regional, with the Panthers coming away with a 3-1 victory. Franklin Regional won by set scores of 25-20, 25-23, 25-15 and 25-21.

    The Indiana Gazette

  33. Panthers bounce back with 3-1 victory over Wildcats as Skirboll adds 16 kills

    River Valley looked to bounce back from a loss last week when it traveled to Homer-Center on Tuesday night to take on the rival Wildcats. The Panthers won the match 3-1 with set scores of 25-16, 25-18, 25-22 and 25-15.

    The Indiana Gazette

  34. Indiana Area school directors tackle personnel issues, hear Struzzi honor student lifesavers

    Personnel matters from Monday's Indiana Area school board meeting.

    The Indiana Gazette

  35. Indiana Area board's plate ranges from ICTC woes to Fulbright teachers

    Additional coverage of Monday's Indiana Area school board meeting.

    The Indiana Gazette

  36. Sierra Club, Pittman cross swords over PUC data center study

    PUC issues data center study. Sierra Club challenges state Senate Republicans to act upon two bills passed in the Democratic-controlled state House.

    The Indiana Gazette

  37. Edwards prepares for two-day trek for first superload going to Homer City

    Superload ready for trek from Gilpin Township to Center Township via northern Westmoreland County.

    The Indiana Gazette

  38. Indiana Community Garden to celebrate, unveil new hoop house at Mack Park

    The Indiana Community Garden will celebrate its new hoop house Saturday at Mack Park.

    The Indiana Gazette

  39. State police plan free child passenger safety seat events at IFA's West Station

    In conjunction with National Child Passenger Safety Week, State Police in Troop A, Indiana, will have three free safety seat events in White Township.

    The Indiana Gazette

  40. 911 Report

    From the log of the Indiana County Emergency Management Agency.

    The Indiana Gazette

  41. Police Log

    From Indiana and state police.

    The Indiana Gazette

  42. Indians take down Colts behind Donatelli’s 53

    The Indiana High School Girls’ Golf team welcomed Northern Cambria to the Indiana Country Club on Monday evening. With nearly perfect weather, both teams enjoyed a round of golf and put together some impressive shots.

    The Indiana Gazette

  43. Chucks take down Wolves, Panthers off Presloid’s 35

    West Shamokin has been on fire this season on the links. On Monday, the Wolves took on River Valley and Punxsutawney, falling to the Chucks, 202-211-237.

    The Indiana Gazette

  44. Garrison shuts out Lions as Highlanders score seven goals

    Cambria Heights’ boys soccer team was looking to bounce back from a loss to Tyrone by taking on United on Monday, with the Highlanders taking the day 7-0.

    The Indiana Gazette

  45. Force Leads Indiana to Section Win Over Latrobe, 203-214

    The Indiana boys’ golf team picked up an important section victory Monday, defeating Latrobe 203-214 to improve to 11-5 on the season.

    The Indiana Gazette

  46. Stingers drop second straight match despite Ruddock’s 14 kills

    Marion Center was looking to bounce back after falling to Purchase Line last week. On Monday, the Stingers faced Clarion-Limestone, where they fell to the Lions, 3-1, with set scores of 25-21, 25-22, 25-17 and 25-23.

    The Indiana Gazette

  47. IUP Dessy-Roffman Myth Collaborative Looking for Logo Design

    The Dessy-Roffman Myth Collaborative at Indiana University of Pennsylvania is looking for a new logo and is inviting submissions from students and community members. Design submissions for the logo contest are due by 5:00 p.m. on November 25. The winning designer will receive $100.

    IUP News

  48. REA ENERGY OUTAGE REPORTED IN WHITE, CENTER TOWNSHIPS

    Many REA Energy cooperative members in White and Center Townships are without power this morning. The company's outage map currently shows 588 of its ...

    U92.5