In the early 1900s, migration to the north was painted as a utopia for Blacks in the south — but that was not accurate. “It was not easy, but the obstacles, oppressions and subjugation does not define African Americans. It is a part of their story, but the beauty of
The Westmoreland County commissioners are heading out into the countryside. Commissioners announced Tuesday they will conduct three public meetings outside of the Westmoreland County Courthouse this spring and summer. “We’ll, hopefully, have the public there,” Commissioner Sean Kertes said. Here are the locations, times and dates: • The activity center
Westmoreland County commissioners might be taking their show on the road later this year. Bowing to public criticism leveled at the start of Thursday’s public meeting at the courthouse in Greensburg, commissioners agreed to consider a plan to relocate future sessions in communities throughout Westmoreland County during the latter part
As 2023 comes to a close, we look back on some of the highs and lows of the past 12 months. Laurel: To healing wounds. Five years after the deadliest antisemetic attack in U.S. history, the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting finally had its day in court. Shooter Robert Bowers was convicted
Arts • West Newton Church of God will sponsor bus trips April 15 and May 2 to see the stage production “Daniel” at Sight & Sound near Lancaster. Cost: $180, includes bus transportation, show ticket and lunch. The bus will leave from Christian Church parking lot in Turkeytown. Details: Kathy,