Regional Headlines

Agroforestry Systems May Play Vital Role in Mitigating Climate Change

Agroforestry Systems May Play Vital Role in Mitigating Climate Change

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Agroforestry could play an important role in mitigating climate change because it sequesters more atmospheric carbon in plant parts and soil than conventional farming, according to Penn State researchers. FULL ARTICLE
by · February 5, 2018 · Local News, News, Regional Headlines
Vehicle Travels Airborne, Rolls, Strikes Tree in Limestone Township

Vehicle Travels Airborne, Rolls, Strikes Tree in Limestone Township

LIMESTONE TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Clarion-based State Police say a one-vehicle accident occurred on Friday afternoon in Limestone Township, Clarion County. FULL ARTICLE
Copper Wire Theft Continues to be a Big Problem

Copper Wire Theft Continues to be a Big Problem

JEFFERSON CO., Pa. (EYT) – Although the issue isn't as prevalent as what it once was, sporadic thefts of copper wire from utility lines can present a big problem. FULL ARTICLE
UPDATE: Rimersburg Man Accused in Old Porter Twp. Elementary Blaze Calls Fire ‘An Act of God’

UPDATE: Rimersburg Man Accused in Old Porter Twp. Elementary Blaze Calls Fire ‘An Act of God’

PORTER TWP., Pa. (EYT) – New details have emerged in the case against a Rimersburg man accused of setting an abandoned building on fire last summer in Porter Township, Clarion County. FULL ARTICLE
Seven Months Later, Sugar Shack Fire Remains Under Investigation; RTK Request Denied

Seven Months Later, Sugar Shack Fire Remains Under Investigation; RTK Request Denied

CLARION TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Nearly seven months after a fire destroyed a strip club in Clarion Township, the Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal is still investigating its cause. FULL ARTICLE
Nominations Sought for Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards

Nominations Sought for Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards

PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Nominations are now being sought for the 2018 Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards, given annually to people and organizations who are working to improve the region’s environment. FULL ARTICLE
by · January 13, 2018 · Local News, News, Regional Headlines
PennDOT Urges Drivers to Use Caution During Weekend Weather

PennDOT Urges Drivers to Use Caution During Weekend Weather

JEFFERSON CO., Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 10 is alerting drivers that heavy rainfall, falling temperatures, and expected snow in the region could impact travel through Saturday. FULL ARTICLE
by · January 12, 2018 · News, Regional Headlines, Weather
Man Accused of Stabbing Woman Faces Preliminary Hearing Today

Man Accused of Stabbing Woman Faces Preliminary Hearing Today

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) – A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon for a Clarion man who allegedly stabbed a woman in the neck during a domestic dispute at a Clarion residence in December. FULL ARTICLE
State Police: Officer-Involved Shooting in Erie County

State Police: Officer-Involved Shooting in Erie County

ERIE CO., Pa. (EYT) – According to Erie-based State Police, an officer-involved shooting occurred early Sunday morning in Summit Township, Erie County. FULL ARTICLE
Felony Child Predator Charges Announced Against Leechburg Police Chief

Felony Child Predator Charges Announced Against Leechburg Police Chief

HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) – Attorney General Josh Shapiro yesterday announced charges against Michael W. Diebold, Leechburg Chief of Police in Armstrong County, for unlawful contact with a minor and criminal attempt to commit involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, first-degree felonies. FULL ARTICLE