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UniontownĢƵ clay target team was established just 2 ½ years ago, but the squad has proven to be quick learners. The Red Raiders won their second state championship in a row in the USA Clay Target LeagueĢƵ 5-stand event this past October. Head coach Terry Dawson participates in trap ...

Staying safe around lithium-ion batteries

Lithium-ion batteries have become ubiquitous in how products are powered – from cellphones to power tools to electric vehicles. However, they do pose a fire risk under certain circumstances. Jim Dahle, the director of safety and risk management for Pennsylvania Western UniversityĢƵ ...

Dominating Danasha

Those in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area marvel at the excellence of T.J. Watt, which is warranted, but the Steel City has another top defensive player, who happens to be a graduate of Uniontown Area High School. Danasha Harris, who graduated from Uniontown in 2013, recently completed ...

‘Phones down, eyes up’: Play it safe in the pool this summer

With the recent sweltering heat, local swimming pools are getting a lot of use this summer. For those planning a dip in the water with family, itĢƵ important to know how everyone can stay safe. Autumn McLaughlin is the aquatics director for the British Swim School, which offers swim ...

As schools welcome students back, buses take to roads

With summer coming to a close, school buses will be back on the roads and motorists are urged to be mindful of school bus laws. The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts reports that two school zone laws – illegally passing a school bus or speeding in a school zone – have been ...

Sheriff, state police, roll out ‘Project Lifesaver’ in Washington County

State police and the Washington County SheriffĢƵ Department came together Wednesday to announce “Project Lifesaver” is now in operation. Sheriff Tony Andronas joined Rocco Gagliardi, a state police public information officer, at the Washington barracks to demonstrate how the program ...