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New law exempts disabled veteran benefits from income calculations

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 8, 2024

Aug. 08, 2024

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Lawmakers urge USACE action on Monongahela River depth issues

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 8, 2024

August 08, 2024

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New law exempts disabled veterans' benefits from income calculations

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 8, 2024

A new law in Pennsylvania aims to support disabled veterans by exempting 100% of their benefit payments from income calculations for any Commonwealth programs or benefits. The law, effective August 16, ensures that disability compensation will not be counted against veterans when applying for programs such as the Real Estate Tax Exemption, Education Gratuity Program, Veterans Temporary Assistance Program, and Military Family Relief Assistance Program.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Westmoreland County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 7, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Westmoreland County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 7, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Seton Hill University continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 7, 2024

Seton Hill University in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

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American Principles Project: Westmoreland Co. parents 'should be extremely concerned' about Kamala Harris plans for their children

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 6, 2024

Terry Schilling, president of American Principles Project, said voters in Westmoreland county "should be extremely concerned" about Vice President Kamala Harris and the policies she would enact if elected as President.

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Westmoreland Review area weekly mass times

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 3, 2024

The following parishes in the Westmoreland Review coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Westmoreland County in week ending July 27?

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 2, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cooper and Summit Legal Aid announce community event in New Kensington

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 2, 2024

Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) and Summit Legal Aid will host a community event on Friday, Aug. 9, from 1-4 p.m. at the Valley Points Family YMCA, located at 800 Constitution Blvd., in New Kensington.

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New Pittsburgh property tax program faces criticism over unintended consequences

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 1, 2024

On August 1, 2024, a new property tax program in Pittsburgh has sparked debate among public officials and residents. The recently enacted Act 53 of 2024 introduces the Longtime Owner Occupant Tax Exemption Program (LOOP), which allows Pittsburgh’s local government to exempt or defer property tax increases for long-term homeowners in specific neighborhoods.

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Pennsylvania lawmakers urge Biden Administration to include Marc Fogel in Russia prisoner swap

By Westmoreland Review | Aug 1, 2024

Members of the Pennsylvania delegation have called on the Biden Administration to include Marc Fogel in any prisoner swap negotiations with Russia. Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA), Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA), along with U.S. Representatives Mike Kelly (R-PA) and Chris Deluzio (D-PA), are advocating for Fogel's release. Detained in Russia since August 2021, Fogel is serving a 14-year sentence for possession of medical marijuana used to treat his severe back injury.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Westmoreland County in week ending July 27?

By Westmoreland Review | Jul 30, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Westmoreland County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending July 27

By Westmoreland Review | Jul 29, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Westmoreland County in week ending July 27

By Westmoreland Review | Jul 28, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westmoreland Review area weekly mass times

By Westmoreland Review | Jul 28, 2024

The following parishes in the Westmoreland Review coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Cost of PA food staples up as high as 439% since 2021, fueling financial insecurity among Youngwood seniors

By Westmoreland Review | Jul 28, 2024

The cost of some basic food staples in Youngwood and cities across Pennsylvania, such as fruit, has increased by 439% since 2021.

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Cost of PA food staples up as high as 439% since 2021, fueling financial insecurity among West Kittanning seniors

By Westmoreland Review | Jul 28, 2024

The cost of some basic food staples in West Kittanning and cities across Pennsylvania, such as fruit, has increased by 439% since 2021.

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Cost of PA food staples up as high as 439% since 2021, fueling financial insecurity among Saltsburg seniors

By Westmoreland Review | Jul 28, 2024

The cost of some basic food staples in Saltsburg and cities across Pennsylvania, such as fruit, has increased by 439% since 2021.

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Cost of PA food staples up as high as 439% since 2021, fueling financial insecurity among North Huntingdon seniors

By Westmoreland Review | Jul 28, 2024

The cost of some basic food staples in North Huntingdon and cities across Pennsylvania, such as fruit, has increased by 439% since 2021.