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Pa Game Commission advises motorists to be cautious as deer activity increases

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is urging drivers to slow down and stay alert because deer are becoming increasingly more active this time of year. “The months of October, November, and December are when deer are moving around the most, and for longer durations during the day,” said ...

Peters Township council considers changes to recreational scheduling policy

At their next meeting, Peters Township council will consider a resolution to change the policy for scheduling recreational activities at the municipality’s facilities on Sunday mornings. Currently, Peters does not allow activities at its fields before noon on Sundays. Earlier this month the ...

Docs who rock: Washington physicians part of Up Past 10 alternative rock band

One night a week, seven guys meet up in a soundproofed Bethel Park garage, pick up their instruments, and start to play. In their professional lives, two of them – Dr. Howard Goldberg and Dr. Michael Faust – are physicians at UPMC Washington, in roles where patients and colleagues depend ...

A howling good time

Downtown Washington businesses held a spooktacular trick-or-treat event Saturday afternoon, drawing hundreds of costumed superheroes, creepy creatures and storybook characters who received treats - no tricks - from business owners. About 45 downtown businesses, along with Washington city ...

Un-boo-lievable fun: Trick or Trolley entertains children and adults alike

The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum hosted its annual Trick or Trolley on Saturday and Sunday. The event included holiday activities, face painting, and trolley rides. Costume-wearing children and adults got to trick-or-treat at the tables of local businesses and organizations that were stationed ...

A bright future

The city of Washington is taking steps to brighten and beautify the downtown area. Plans are underway to remove 75 to 80 faulty lamppost receptacles and replace them with weather-rated Ground Fault Circuit Interruptors (GFCI) and brighter LED lights. GFCI is a safety device that protects ...