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Pennsylvania reports first 2 measles deaths in the US this year, both people unvaccinated

Indiana Area accepts honor for Heinrich; approves S&T tax appeal settlement

Actions at Monday's Indiana Area School District board of directors meeting

Manzi: June 28 officer-involved shooting in domestic incident was justified

Manzi deems police officer's shooting of domestic suspect justifiable.

Fire destroys Burrell Township home

Fire companies from both sides of the Kiski and Conemaugh rivers were kept busy Monday night by a structure fire along Barrondale Road in Burrell Township.

Black Lick man is arrested on counts on two warrants in Indiana County

Man with court history dating back nearly a decade is arrested on a pair of warrants in Indiana County.

IUP students petition, Student Co-op stonewalls

Reported opinion By Sara King INDIANA — Logging of the IUP Student Cooperative Association forest commenced in July, quickly implementing the plan to take out more than 250,000 board feet of lumber. Almost every big canopy tree along the figure-eight … Continue reading →

RIVER VALLEY ACTING SUPERINTENDENT CONFIRMS NON-TOXIC WHITE MOLD FOUND AT SALTSBURG ELEMENTARY

River Valley's acting superintendent has announced that non-toxic white mold was found at Saltsburg Elementary school, but the district has already ta...

ALTOONA CURVE TO CREATE HALL OF FAME

The Altoona Curve announced on Tuesday that the team is creating its own Hall of Fame to honor players, coaches, staff and others who have made signif...

INDIANA COUNTY DA RULES FATAL FORCE JUSTIFIED IN OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING IN LATE JUNE

Indiana County District Attorney Robert Manzi has ruled that fatal force was justified in a police-involved shooting on June 28th in Indiana Borough. ...

ESTHER BONNONI, 86

Esther (Rhine) Bonnoni, 86, of Homer City, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026 at her home with her family by her side. She was born July 7, 1940 t...

DR. RONALD PAUL CRAMER, II, 67

Dr. Ronald Paul Cramer, II, 67, of Indiana, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 21, 2026, with his loving wife by his side. The son o...

INDIANA BOROUGH POLICE LOOKING FOR SUSPECT IN THEFT OF PLANTS

Police in Indiana Borough are asking for the public to help them find suspects in the theft of some plants earlier this month. Officers were called to...

Vikings football looking to build off eight-win season; soccer opens season on Friday

Apollo Ridge will begin its fall sports season with girls’ soccer getting things underway at 3 p.m. before football plays later that night.

WEISS RETRIAL TO START TODAY

Jury selection was completed yesterday and testimony is scheduled to begin today before Indiana County President Judge Thomas Bianco in the Ronald Wei...

GAS PRICE AVERAGES INCREASE OVER LAST WEEK

Gas prices saw an increase over the last week across Pennsylvania and in Indiana County. The current average cost per gallon in Pennsylvania this morn...

GAME-WINNER BY NICKY G. GIVE BUCS MARATHON VICTORY IN SAN DIEGO

The Pirates scraped out a win over the Padres in extra innings last night, despite a mistake by Braxton Ashcraft that cost them a run. Greg Brown has ...

GOLF WINS FOR INDIANA, HOMER-CENTER BOYS ON MONDAY

The matches were tight, but the Indiana boys golf team edged both Dubois and Ligonier Valley in a tri-meet. Indiana shot 203, Dubois 215 and LV 216. I...

McCARTHY SETS COURSE FOR SEASON OPENER AS CAMP WINDS DOWN

The Steelers are getting healthier in advance of their final preseason game on Thursday in Buffalo. But the big missing piece, cornerback Joey Porter ...

SETON HILL HIRES NEW WOMEN’S BASKETBALL COACH

Seton Hill University has hired Nick Volchock as its new women's basketball coach, replacing Maeve Gallagher, who resigned July 9th after three season...

After losing Vojtek and Depp, Penns Manor turns to young talent in midst of rebuild

Penns Manor seems to be headed for a rebuilding year after a 3-7 season a year ago.

Colts look to take developmental step with early-season test in '26

Last season was one of ups and downs for Northern Cambria, with the Colts winning four games but still earning a playoff berth.

5 football games to look out for in our area this season

The football season is right around the corner, with Week 1 set for Aug. 28. Teams in our area showed plenty of talent last season, and many return key contributors this year. Here are five games I think you should…

Indiana hopes offseason full of training helps young players take steps in 2026

Last season was one of growth for Mark Zilinskas and the Indiana football team. The Indians finished 3-7 overall and 1-4 in section play.

Following a one-win season, West Shamokin embraces young talent as they look to take a step forward

West Shamokin is in for another rebuilding year after going 1-9 last season.

Homer-Center hopes last season's bounce back is one to build on in 2026

Homer-Center returned to form in 2025 as the Wildcats bounced back to finish 8-4 overall and 7-3 in Heritage Conference play. They turned that success into a District 6 playoff victory before falling in the semifinals.

Healthy Habits for Back to School Season

New backpacks and fresh notebooks are not the only things that set kids up for a great school year. Building a few simple healthy habits now can make a big difference later. Here is what to focus on, and where to find everything you need.

FIRE GUTS HOME IN BURRELL TOWNSHIP MONDAY NIGHT

No injuries were reported for a fire in Black Lick Township Monday night. (Left picture courtesy Indiana, PA and Surrounding Areas Scanner Radio. Righ...

INDIANA SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES MOVING FUNDING FOR SUPERINTENDENT TO JOIN GROUP

Monday night, the Indiana School Board approved a motion to move membership fees from some organizations that the superintendent belongs to so that he...

Weekend gun incident had no ties to previous problem in same area, Schawl says

Weekend sighting of a gun noted by Indiana Borough Police, who deemed it not related to previous problem in the same area of town.

Limani and Greenfield urge caution as new school year begins

Advice from state police spokespersons in Greensburg and Indiana.

Welcome to our new Professional Staff!

Please join us in welcoming our new professional staff to IASD! Duane Abrams, JH/SH BCIT Benjamin Murphy, BF Learning Support Kelly Blair, EP Counselor Kristene Ray, BF...

STATE POLICE TO CONDUCT SECURITY CHECKS AT PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS

State police have announced they will continue to conduct safety checks as part of their efforts to prioritize school and school bus safety in the sta...

BETTY LOU SMITH, 91

Betty Lou (Ramsey) Smith, 91, of Blairsville, PA, passed away on August 23, 2026, at her home. She was born April 17, 1935 in Greensburg, PA to the la...

ALLEN R. FULMER, 60

Allen R. Fulmer, 60 of Clymer, PA., passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. He was the son of Clarence A. ...

Data center legislation, Nov. 3 election

Reported opinion By David Loomis INDIANA – Data centers – the other part of the power plant redevelopment rising from the rubble of the old Homer City coal plant – have grown as toxic politically as projected pollution from the … Continue reading →

PHYLLIS MARY PANDULLO, 89

Phyllis Mary Pandullo, born April 29, 1937, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, August 21, 2026. She was the beloved dau...

PA AMERICAN WATER ANNOUNCES CREDIT FOR PFAS CHEMICAL SETTLEMENT

Pennsylvania American Water Company has announced that additional credits are being added to customers' bills as a result of a settlement with those w...

ONE HURT IN CRASH NEAR INDIANA COUNTY YMCA

One person was hurt in a crash near the YMCA of Indiana County this morning. The crash was reported in the 8:00 AM hour at the intersection of Philade...

SIGNS ON PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE PLACED TO PROTEST DATA CENTER, POWER PLANT

Four advocacy groups teamed up on Sunday to post signs on the new Route 22 pedestrian bridge in Burrell Township protesting the potential arrival of a...

GAS LEAK, LINES DOWN AMONG 911 CALLS ON SUNDAY

After an active Saturday, Indiana County first responders had a relatively quiet day with just a few incidents reported. The first was reported at 1:3...

MORE INFORMATION RELEASED ON CRASH THAT BROUGHT DOWN POWER LINES LAST THURSDAY

State police from the Punxsutawney Barracks have released more information on a crash that brought down power lines in North Mahoning Township last Th...

PIRATES SWEPT BY DODGERS, BUT CHERINGTON BELIEVES THEY’RE A PLAYOFF TEAM

The Pirates began their road trip knowing they needed to put together a winning streak to stay in the hunt for a National League Wild Card slot. But t...

PREPARATIONS BEGIN FOR FINAL PRESEASON GAME

The Steelers were back to work at their South Side facility yesterday, working out for the first time since Friday's shutout loss to the Jets at Acris...

CURVE END DISMAL TRIP TO NEW YORK WITH LOSS TO RUMBLE PONIES

Altoona wrapped a rough week in Binghampton with a 7-3 loss to the Rumble Ponies, making it five losses in the six-game series. The Curve's Keiner Del...

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There is truly something for everyone at IUP! Joining a club or organization is the best way to make friends and feel at home.

INDIANA BOROUGH POLICE ISSUE SAFETY REMINDER AFTER REPORT OF MAN WITH FIREARM NEAR IUP CAMPUS

Indiana Borough Police have issued a reminder to college students after an incident on Rice Avenue near IUP Campus early Sunday morning. Police report...

Driscoll hails IUP's progress as he opens the 2026-27 academic year

Dr. Michael A. Driscoll addressed the Opening of the Academic Year Friday at Fisher Auditorium on the Indiana University of Pennsylvania campus.

BUCS START FAST, BUT SUFFER SECOND STRAIGHT LOSS IN L.A.

The Pirates jumped on the Dodgers' Tarik Skubal last night, but the offense fizzled after a three-run first inning, and they lost for the second strai...