Blight remediation, school book policies, recreational improvements and police staffing are among issues and projects on the agendas of area communities in 2023. Tribune-Review reporters compiled the highlights of what’s ahead. Westmoreland politics Most key courthouse offices will be up for election this year. Races for county commissioner, controller, sheriff,
After a Kiski Township man recently sued former township police Sgt. Thomas Dessell for $12,000, the township has not responded to requests to defend him. Township Solicitor Tim Miller said the township supervisors had no plans to defend Dessell, at least so far. Dessell’s attorney said he has sent letters
The battle between Kiski Township officials and former police officers there could be moving to court. Former Kiski Township police Sgt. Tom Dessell filed a civil lawsuit Thursday in Armstrong County, accusing township supervisors of threats and intimidation over what he believes were illegal and corrupt acts. Dessell and four