Posted on: November 28, 2023
The recommendations will be submitted through an application to the state Department of Community and Economic Development for final approval in the spring.
Uniontown, PA - The Fayette County Board of Commissioners recently approved their funding recommendations for the 2023-24 Local Share Account (LSA) program.
More than 100 project proposals from across the county were submitted to commiss...
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Posted on: November 20, 2023
With two new jingles and a Best in Fayette award, FACT is better than ever.
Uniontown, PA - Fayette Area Coordinated Transportation (FACT) will head into the new year with two new advertising jingles – and one prestigious award.
The Fayette County Commissioners approved contracts with Clay Taylor of Fa...
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Posted on: November 14, 2023
A monetary donation, along with free barber and cosmetology services, are part of Fayette County CTI's initiative to give back to local veterans.
Uniontown, PA - This Veterans Day, Fayette County Career & Technical Institute (CTI) students are on a mission to give local veterans all their support – and a little pampering.
Last year, CTI machine production ...
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Posted on: November 14, 2023
Jackie Conner Day included one of the biggest parades in borough history.
Uniontown, PA - If you live in Brownsville, chances are you know Jackie Conner.
“He’s a Brownsville fixture. He’s like Kennywood Day and Fiddles’ hotdogs,” South Brownsville Vo...
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Posted on: November 6, 2023
CASA's efforts earned them a "Faces & Places" designation.
Uniontown, PA – “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”
The well-known quote from children’s author Dr. Seuss is one t...
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Posted on: October 31, 2023
Rev. Gina Ronzio recounted her paranormal experiences at the Connellsville Area Community Center, just in time for Halloween!
Uniontown, PA - Don’t use the restroom alone – at least, not at the Connellsville Area Community Center.
Rev. Gina Ronzio specifically avoids the third-floor women’s restroom when working in the East Fairvie...
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Posted on: October 30, 2023
Casey Karwatske built a memorial for the South Union Volunteer Fire Company.
Uniontown, PA - Fighting fires is a service performed by everyday heroes who don’t always get the recognition they deserve, even when giving their lives to help others. A Laurel Highlands junior set out to change that recently,...
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Posted on: October 26, 2023
Located in North Union Township, the property was formerly owned by 20th-century businessman JV Thompson.
Uniontown, PA - Fayette County officials broke ground Thursday on the new business park expansion in North Union Township.
The festivities also included a renaming ceremony, formally designating the 85-acre, multi-use development “Thomps...
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Posted on: October 25, 2023
The office is now located in the Gallatin Building and will be operational October 27.
The Fayette County Veteran Affairs Office has relocated to the Gallatin Building at 2 West Main Street, Suite 142, Uniontown, PA 15401. The office will be open to the public beginning Friday, October 27, following completion of its transition from the nea...
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Posted on: October 25, 2023
The groundbreaking Plans of Safe Care facility is the first of its kind in Pennsylvania.
Uniontown, PA - Fayette County Children and Youth Services (CYS) celebrated their latest major programming expansion with an open house and ribbon cutting Tuesday.
The Plans of Safe Care (POSC) Family Support Center is officially open in...
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Posted on: October 24, 2023
Phase I of the project entails construction of an interloop walking trail around the park, as well as ADA-compliance upgrades to its public access areas.
Uniontown, PA - Officials broke ground Tuesday on the first phase of redevelopment at the Mill Run Park
in Springfield Township.
County-owned and community run, Mill Run Park is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, due to its
clos...
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Posted on: October 20, 2023
Fayette County remains one of the top places in the nation for fall foliage.
Uniontown, PA - It’s leaf-peeping season, and Fayette County is one of the best places to take in the vibrant colors as summer transitions into autumn. Locations throughout the Laurel Highlands consistently make lists of the be...
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Posted on: October 16, 2023
This year's recipients will borrow more than $5.6 million in infrastructure bank loans for local projects.
Uniontown, PA - The 2023 class of Fayette County Infrastructure Bank (FCIB) borrowers finished their final funding steps this week, during a procedural summit with county officials.
Aimed at helping municipalities and municipal...
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Posted on: October 5, 2023
The leadership development program brings together Fayette County's diverse business community.
Uniontown, PA - A leadership development program aimed at helping members of the Fayette County business community develop and enhance their potential has existed in some form for decades.
The Fayette Chamber of Commerce started Leadersh...
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Posted on: September 28, 2023
September is National Recovery Month.
Uniontown, PA - Substance abuse is a public health crisis. The National Institute on Drugs and Addiction reported 20.4 million people in the United States were diagnosed with substance use disorders in 2019. Nearly 92,000 people died of drug over...
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Posted on: September 28, 2023
Fayette County seceded from Westmoreland County in 1783.
Uniontown, PA - Cheers to 240 years! Fayette County officials marked the 240th anniversary of the county’s founding with a birthday celebration Tuesday.
Hosted by the Fayette County Board of Commissioners, Fayette Cha...
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