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Portage picks up third win as Selapack adds 29 assists

Mya Selapack led her Portage teammates to their third win of the season, defeating Homer-Center 3-1 with set scores of 25-23, 25-19, 25-21 and 25-14.

Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding

State Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding is a frequent visitor to the west-central Pennsylvania region, including a recent appearance at a program in Indiana and this session fielded questions for more than an hour in April 2025 at the Brush Valley Volunteer Fire Department hall.

Colts win fourth straight as they sweep Stingers

Marion Center and Northern Cambria entered their matchup Tuesday when they did battle. It was the Colts who took the day, sweeping the Stingers 3-0 with set scores of 25-10, 25-19 and 25-14.

Penns Manor Clas sof 1976 holds reunion

The Penns Manor Class of 1976 celebrated their 50th Class Reunion Sept. 12 at the Ramada, Indiana, in the ballroom. Pictured, from left, are first row, Becky (Wilson) Zimmerman, Cindy (Holuta) Alsop, Barb (Clement) Zack, Peggy (Jarvie) Meckley and Kris Bunyak; second row, Jill (Davis) Eckenr…

Scholarship available through the Janessa Fleming Memorial Fund

A scholarship is available through the Janessa Fleming Memorial Fund. This 501(c)3 fund was established in memory of Janessa Fleming and will award scholarships as well as grants to 501(c)3 charities that best reflect the beautiful and compassionate person Janessa was.

Marion Center school board approves agreements, winter coaches

Several agreements were entered into by the Marion Center School Board at a meeting on Monday night.

Indiana Elks Lodge #931 to celebrate bowling alley grand reopening

Indiana Elks Lodge #931 is excited to announce “Let the Good Times Roll!,” a special celebration marking the completion of repairs and improvements to the lodge’s six-lane bowling alley.

Unemployment continues to slide in Indiana County

Unemployment has continued to fall in Indiana County.

IAHS students to raise funds for inclusive playground at East Pike elementary

Indiana Area High School students are holding a Hole-in-One Challenge fundraiser Saturday at Har-Tees to support an inclusive playground at East Pike.

Curci offers ARIN update to IASD board; top rated students get national attention

Full story of Monday's Indiana Area School District board of directors meeting.

Basketball Registration is OPEN!

Open to ALL BOYS AND GIRLS - 3rd - 6th Grade! Click here to register: https://www.indianabasketballboosters.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1503255

Texas Roadhouse Trunk-or-Treat

Mark your calendar for October 28th for a family fun trunk-or-treat event at Texas Roadhouse!

2026 IUP Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Now Available

Bell advances to second round of WPIAL Finals

Indiana senior Ryan Bell will advance to the second round of the WPIAL Finals after shooting a 77 Monday afternoon at Hannastown Golf Club.

Williams named PAC Offensive Player of the Week in volleyball

Former Homer-Center volleyball player Meegan Williams was named the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) Offensive Player of the Week in volleyball.

Wolves, Wildcats, Panthers miss cut in District 6 boys golf championship

The Boys’ District 6 2A and 3A Championships continued Tuesday as West Shamokin, Homer-Center and River Valley sent representatives to the competition. Here is how it turned out.

Another superload is headed for Homer City Energy Campus

Another superload is on its way from the Schenley dock in Armstrong County to the Homer City Energy Campus in Indiana County.

Mahaffey's 14 kills leads Purchase Line past Glendale in three sets

Purchase Line defeated Glendale in three sets, 25-11, 25-7 and 25-15.

Window Views: Everything that helps - Vol. 3

Columnist Kylie Braho shares a brief list of everything that helps.

Indiana County’s unemployment rate fell from 6.0% in August 2025 to 4.4% in August 2026, while employment increased from 33,000 to 34,300.

ROBERT “BOBBY” COLLESAR, 64

Robert "Bobby" Allen Collesar, 64, of Indiana, passed away at his home Monday, September 28, 2026. Robert was born on December 3, 1961, to the late Ja...

INDIANA COUNTY UNEMPLOYMENT DIPS IN AUGUST

Indiana County's Seasonally Adjusted Unemployment Rate went down once again in August. The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry announced tha...

STEELERS BACK TO WORK WITH THURSDAY GAME LOOMING

The Steelers have an accelerated practice schedule this week, getting ready for a Thursday night game in Cleveland, where they've lost four primetime ...

IUP CONTINUES CLIMB UP TOP 25 POLLS

The 4-0 IUP Crimson Hawks have moved into the AFCA Coaches Poll Top Ten. Coach Paul Tortorella's team is ranked number nine in the nation, one spot be...

WPIAL, DISTRICT 6 GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS BEGIN

WPIAL At the WPIAL Boys 3A Individual Golf Finals at Hannastown Golf Club in Greensburg, Indiana's Ryan Bell advanced to the second round after shooti...

DUBAS SAYS TEAM-BUILDING WILL GO ON AS SEASON BEGINS

Penguins president of hockey operations Kyle Dubas held his annual season-opening media appearance yesterday and hit on a variety of topics, including...

NUMBER OF MEASLES CASES GOES OVER 900 FOR 2026

The number of measles cases in Pennsylvania has gone over 900 for the year. The State Department of Health reports that the number of cases went up by...

CLYMER MAN ARRESTED ON THEFT CHARGES

A Clymer man was arrested by state troopers in Westmoreland County for charges of theft in an incident last Friday. State police were sent out at 5:15...

WILLIAMS EARNS PAC PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Homer-Center graduate Meegan Williams is the President's Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Week after leading Saint Vincent College to a 2-0...

IUP’S POTVIN IS PLAYER OF THE WEEK

IUP junior middle blocker Charlotte Potvin is the PSAC West Volleyball Athlete of the Week. She had 28 kills on 46 attempts across two matches last we...

VOLLEYBALL, SOCCER RESULTS ON THE MONDAY SCORESHEET

VOLLEYBALL Purchase Line swept Glendale 3-0 (25-11, 25-7, 25-15). For Purchase Line: Rylee Mahaffey had 14 kills and 16 service points. Kaitlyn Houser...

Tax deadline nears

Green Township tax collector Patty Ferringer Houck reminds taxpayers that Thursday is the final day to pay school real estate and per capita taxes at the discount amount.

Federation of Democratic Women to host open meeting

The Indiana County Chapter of the Federation of Democratic Women is sponsoring an open meeting on voter protection Monday, Oct. 5, starting at 5:45 p.m., at First Unitarian Universalist Church, 285 Twolick Drive.

Halloween Costume Ideas for All Ages

Heinrich announces IASD measles response plan, which other area districts may utilize

Overnight report on Monday's Indiana Area School District board of directors meeting.

INDIANA SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION HAS MEASLES PLAN READY

Monday night, Indiana School District Superintendent Robert Heinrich informed the school board that the district's measles plan is now ready. This was...

Garreffa defendant sentenced to 50 years to life in prison

Another defendant is sentenced in the kidnapping and murder of Hayden Garreffa.

IUP biology professor provides update on success of White's Woods deer-exclosure

A three-year update of new understory growth inside the White’s Woods Nature Center deer-exclosure was provided at a Sept. 17 Friends of White’s Woods webinar.

Rose again gets attention from City & State Pennsylvania

Dr. Miko Rose again is honored by City & State Pennsylvania.

Indiana native, author Chris Kuzneski pays visit to Indiana Free Library

Indiana native and author Chris Kuzneski, left, is pictured with Indiana Free Library Director Lauri Fletcher during a recent visit to the library.

Out-of-state scammers still are targeting area property owners, Jack says

Out-of-state scammers are targeting vacant properties, county official Maria Jack says.

4-H horse program members compete in event

Twenty-three Indiana County 4-H horse program members recently competed in the Indiana County 4-H Horse Roundup.

October Reading Challenge for National Book Month!

Sexual abuse of children among the counts for which sentences were rendered

Cases before Common Pleas Court Monday.

Police Log

From Indiana Borough and state police.

Indiana man charged with sharing child pornography

Indiana man faces 28 charges involving possession and distribution of child sexual abuse materials.

Rieger, Mumma, Stanich all score as Hawks top Bald Eagles 3-2

The IUP field hockey team bounced back from Saturday’s loss, defeating Lock Haven 3-2 on Sunday.

Natural lakes in Pa provide challenges for local fishers

Pennsylvania has only a smattering of natural lakes, many of which are located in the northwestern part of the state. Though the list of these glacially formed lakes is rather short, the inventory of quality fishing they provide is comparatively lengthy. The 252-acre Edinboro Lake is one such lake.