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9/11 25 years later

Various reflections on 25th anniversary of a day of terror.

IUP speakers recall the events of 9/11, for those who lived it, and to teach students born since

Indiana University of Pennsylvania has its annual 9/11 memorial.

Blood drives set (copy)

The American Red Cross has scheduled blood drives:

Blood drives set

The American Red Cross has scheduled blood drives for the following dates:

Accidents

Accident reports from area law enforcement agencies.

Ruddock’s nine kills not enough to lead Stingers past Red Dragons

Marion Center had been on a roll recently and was looking to win its fourth straight match Thursday. Purchase Line had other ideas, however, sweeping the Stingers, 3-0, with set scores of 25-22, 25-21 and 25-10.

Force’s 38 not enough as Indiana falls to Greensburg Salem

The Indiana boys golf team was looking to continue its strong start to the season but was unable to do so, falling to Greensburg Salem, 207-197.

Donatelli’s 57 leads Indiana girls golf against Plum

The Indiana High School girls golf team hosted Plum on Thursday at Indiana Country Club, with Plum coming away with a 235-252 victory.

Robertson’s 56 helps Rams improve to 2-4

The Ligonier Valley girls golf team picked up its second win of the 2026 season, defeating Southmoreland, 247-204.

Wildcats continue strong season with victory over Ferndale

The Homer-Center Wildcats continued their impressive 2026 golf season Thursday afternoon, defeating the Ferndale Area Yellow Jackets, 193-251, at Berkeley Hills Golf Course in Johnstown.

AICDAC simulation gives IUP students, participants a firsthand look at recovery challenges

An interactive simulation at IUP guided participants through real-life barriers faced by people in early recovery.

'Police incident' forces 'flexible instruction' for Armstrong high schoolers

What the district termed “a police situation” triggered a Flexible Instruction Day for Armstrong Junior-Senior High School students Friday.

From sales to CEO: IUP alum shares sales industry insights

IUP alumnus Tommy Rodriguez is the CEO of Tommy Rodriguez Coaching & Consulting, a company with a mission to provide guidance on extensive personal development and to build leaders.

IUPCOM Holds Inaugural Student Interview Day on Sept. 4

A total of 27 students from throughout Pennsylvania and from seven states, including California, traveled to IUP for the College of Osteopathic Medicine’s inaugural student interview day on September 4.

Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County to host 'Dining with the Clarks' fundraiser Sept. 24

History comes alive on Thursday, Sept. 24, as the Genealogical and Historical Society of Indiana County invites the community to step back into the elegance of the Gilded Age. The society’s fundraiser, titled “Dining with the Clarks,” will be hosted…

INDIANA BOROUGH POLICE INVESTIGATING HIT AND RUN

Indiana Borough Police are investigating a hit and run that happened earlier this week. On Tuesday, police responded to and investigated a "non-report...

IUP HOLDS 9/11 CEREMONY

IUP held its traditional ceremony to commemorate the attacks of September 11th, 2001 in the Oak Grove earlier today. The ceremonies not only paid trib...

From sales to CEO: IUP alum shares lessons on career growth

FLORENCE DONGILLA, 96

Florence (Flo) Mary Dongilla, 96, of Indiana, died Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Indiana Regional Medical Center with family at her side. Born on Apri...

ARMSTRONG SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFERS UPDATE ON INCIDENT

The Armstrong School District has offered an update on an incident that caused the Armstrong Jr.-Sr. High School to go to remote learning today. Distr...

PAULA MILLER, 65

Paula Ann (Stancombe) Miller, 65, of Creekside, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, after an extended illness. She was born in Indiana on Jan...

ONE HURT IN CRASH IN BLAIRSVILLE THIS MORNING

Police in Blairsville Borough are investigating a one-vehicle crash that happened this morning on South Walnut Street. The crash was reported at 7:02 ...

SALTSBURG ELEMENTARY STUDENTS TO RETURN TO SCHOOL ON MONDAY

Students at Saltsburg Elementary School will return to the building for classes on Monday. Students have been on remote learning programs since late A...

ARMSTRONG JR.-SR. HIGH SCHOOL ON REMOTE LEARNING TODAY DUE TO THREAT

The Armstrong School District has moved classes at the Armstrong Jr.-Sr. High School in Kittanning to remote learning today due to a threat of violenc...

UNBEATEN WILDCATS, STINGERS HIGHLIGHT A BUSY WEEK THREE

It's Week Three of the high school football season and we have four games on our Renda Media network tonight, three of them simulcast on Renda Digital...

STREAKING BUCS GET FANTASTIC EFFORT BY JONES, SWEEP CHISOX

On a day when the Pirates placed All-Star Braxton Ashcraft on the injured list with arm discomfort, they needed some good news on the mound. Jared Jon...

PORTER JR. STILL LIMITED, NO NEWS ON CONTRACT AS OPENER APPROACHES

The Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. was limited again in practice yesterday, the only player on the active roster with any restrictions. Coach Mike McCarthy...

DOUBLE DOSE OF KESSELS FOR THE U.S, HOCKEY HALL OF FAME

Former Penguins forward Phil Kessel and his sister, Amanda, who is currently the Penguins' director of minor league operations and assistant general m...

IUP, FIRST RESPONDERS TO HOLD 9-11 COMMEMORATION CEREMONIES TODAY

Today marks 25 years since the 9-11 terror attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City and the Pentagon in Washington, DC and the crash of a pl...

SUSPECT IN ESSEX HOUSE BREAK-IN DUE IN COURT FOR SENTENCING TODAY

One of the two suspects in a break-in at the Essex House Apartments is due in court for a sentencing hearing. Court documents show that on August 7th,...

RED-HOT CURVE SWEEP TWO FROM AKRON

Altoona swept their doubleheader from Akron yesterday, making it five wins in a row for the Curve. Will Taylor homered and doubled in the first game, ...

VOLLEYBALL, GOLF, SOCCER HIGHLIGHT THURSDAY ACTION

VOLLEYBALL Purchase Line swept Marion Center, 3-0 (25-22, 25-21, 25-10). For MC: Alivia Ruddock 9 kills, 7 digs Reagan Mantini 9 kills, 2 digs Emma Za...

STATE POLICE CHARGE TWO PEOPLE FROM ROSSITER IN DOMESTIC INCIDENT

Two people from Rossiter face charges from a domestic incident earlier this week. State police from the Punxsutawney barracks were sent to a home on W...

HISTORICAL SOCIETY, JIMMY STEWART MUSEUM TO RECEIVE STATE GRANTS

Two Indiana County institutions will receive grant money from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. This is part of nearly $4 million awa...

Richard M. Lukehart

Richard M. Lukehart, 91, of Indiana, passed away Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, at Crystal Waters Personal Care.

One attack, many Americas: Why 9/11 and its many griefs land differently 25 years later

IUP students to start clinical work at Adelphoi in 2029

Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Adelphoi are teaming up to tackle rural mental healthcare gaps.

Police Log

Police reports from area law enforcement agencies.

Indiana looks for second straight win after Spells’ program-defining game last week

Last week was one for the books for the Indiana football team, as the Indians took down Greensburg Salem to win their first game of the season. In that one, Charles Spells etched his name in the program’s history books.

Area blood drives scheduled

As summer comes to a close, the American Red Cross is urging community members to help keep the blood supply stable by donating blood or platelets this September.

2026 LOVE OF LIFE CAMPAIGN KICKED OFF THURSDAY NIGHT

Thursday night was the kickoff for the 2026 Love of Life campaign to benefit IRMC's Comprehensive Breast Center. This year marks the 22nd campaign to ...

IRMC Healthcare Foundation launches 22nd annual Love of Life Campaign celebration

Public officials, community members and Indiana Regional Medical Center personnel celebrated the launch of the IRMC Healthcare Foundation’s 22nd annual Love of Life Campaign on Thursday, with all proceeds directly benefitting IRMC’s Comprehensive Breast Center.

Clymer Borough council provides details on ICMESA, reviews submission for official borough flag

Clymer Borough council provided information about its decision to enter ICMESA on Wednesday.

Homer City worker tells TV station he was fired over contract dispute

A walkout by 100 Homer City Energy Campus workers was reported by a Pittsburgh TV station -- and resulted in the firing of a shop steward there.

Two sentences are reported in Indiana County Court

Common Pleas Court decisions.

State police recap Labor Day weekend activity

State police recap of Labor Day weekend activity.

Indiana Youth Mat Club Wrestling Registration

Looking for a great way for your child to build confidence, discipline, strength, and lifelong skills? Indiana Youth Mat Club is helping young athletes ages 5–12 discover what...

Wildcats host Stingers in battle of 2-0 teams in Heritage Conference showdown

Nothing is better than having two of the top teams in a conference doing battle early in the season, and that is the case at Memorial Stadium on Friday, as Homer-Center (2-0) welcomes Marion Center (2-0).