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Tuesday, August 11, 2026

🏛️Government & Politics

Aug 11, 2026 · 7:26 PMFayette County, PA

Pennsylvania Gubernatorial Race Narrows as Fiscal Policy Takes Center Stage in SWPA

A new statewide poll reveals a tightening Pennsylvania gubernatorial race as incumbent Governor Josh Shapiro faces renewed debate over municipal fiscal health and state spending. Polling across Fayette, Westmoreland, and Washington counties shows inflation, local property tax burdens, and economic stability as top voter priorities heading into the fall campaign.

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🏛️Government & Politics

Aug 11, 2026 · 7:26 PMUniontown, PA

Uniontown Nears Final Adoption of First Comprehensive Master Plan Update in 20 Years

The City of Uniontown held a public hearing to review a comprehensive draft update to its master plan — the first complete overhaul since 2006. Key pillars include downtown revitalization, Sheepskin Trail connectivity, mixed-use zoning amendments, and establishing a dedicated city planner role. City Council is expected to vote on formal adoption this autumn.

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Monday, August 10, 2026

🏛️Government & Politics

Aug 10, 2026 · 8:50 PMUniontown, PA

Fayette County Commissioners Prepare for August Legislative Sessions

The Fayette County Board of Commissioners will hold its agenda meeting on Tuesday, August 18 at 10:00 AM and its monthly voting meeting on Thursday, August 20 at 10:00 AM at the Gallatin Building, with infrastructure allocations, budget adjustments, and grant applications expected on the docket.

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🏛️Government & Politics

Aug 10, 2026 · 11:00 AMFayette County, PA

Fayette Municipalities Explore Philanthropic Partnerships to Offset Rising Budget Pressures

Facing rising costs for fuel, road salt, and municipal health insurance alongside stagnant tax bases, Fayette County township supervisors and borough councils are turning to philanthropic partnerships and matching-grant programs to sustain public services without raising millage rates.

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🚧Roads & Infrastructure

Aug 10, 2026 · 11:00 AMUniontown / Upper Tyrone / Bullskin Township, Fayette County, PA

PennDOT Advances $53.9M Safety Overhaul and 6-Bridge Preservation Corridor Along Route 119

Drivers across central and northern Fayette County are navigating two major PennDOT highway initiatives: structural preservation work on six Uniontown bridges and a $53.9 million safety overhaul in Upper Tyrone and Bullskin townships that will eliminate dangerous intersections and build a new roundabout on U.S. Route 119.

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🚧Roads & Infrastructure

Aug 10, 2026 · 11:00 AMPerry Township, Fayette County, PA

Layton Bridge Blasting Operations Bring Periodic Stoppages to Perry Township Travel

Commuters and trail users in Perry Township face temporary road closures into late October as PennDOT's Layton Bridge Replacement Project reaches a critical blasting phase, with stoppages lasting up to 15 minutes at a time on Layton Road and the Great Allegheny Passage Trail.

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Saturday, August 8, 2026

🤝Community

Aug 8, 2026 · 6:00 PMFayette County, PA

Uniontown & Fayette County Weekly News Roundup: August 8, 2026

Another busy week is coming to a close across Uniontown and Fayette County, with developments involving local government, infrastructure, public safety, community events and the approaching high school sports season.

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🏛️Government & Politics

Aug 8, 2026 · 10:00 AMUniontown, PA

Uniontown Begins Planning for the City's Future With Comprehensive Plan Update

Uniontown is taking another step toward determining the future direction of the city as officials continue work on an updated comprehensive plan addressing land use, housing, economic development, transportation and infrastructure.

City of Uniontown

🏛️Government & Politics

Aug 8, 2026 · 9:00 AMUniontown, PA

Uniontown Approves New Four-Year Trash Collection Contract

Uniontown residents could see lower costs for municipal trash and recycling collection following City Council's approval of a new four-year collection contract expected to reduce rates paid by city residents.

City of Uniontown

🚧Traffic & PennDOT

Aug 8, 2026 · 8:00 AMFayette County, PA

PennDOT Road and Bridge Work Continues Across Fayette County

Fayette County drivers should continue to expect construction activity, lane restrictions and occasional delays as PennDOT's 2026 bridge-preservation program moves forward on Routes 51, 21, 40 and 119, and the Layton Bridge replacement project continues.

PennDOT District 12

Monday, July 13, 2026

🇺🇸National News

Jul 13, 2026 · 12:00 PMWashington, D.C.

Regulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources to Promote American Chemical Manufacturing Security

The White House announced on July 13, 2026: BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION 1.  The United States relies on a strong chemical manufacturing sector to support industries like energy, national defense, agriculture, and health care.  These facilities… [National]

The White House

Monday, June 22, 2026

🇺🇸National News

Jun 22, 2026 · 12:00 PMWashington, D.C.

Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Secures the Nation Against Advanced Cryptographic Attacks

The White House announced on June 22, 2026: DRIVING INNOVATION WHILE DEFENDING DATA:  Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to safeguard America’s most sensitive data, our critical infrastructure, and the digital economy that drives jobs and growth. PUTTING… [National]

The White House

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

🇺🇸National News

Jun 2, 2026 · 12:00 PMWashington, D.C.

Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Promotes Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security

The White House announced on June 2, 2026: PROMOTING AMERICAN AI INNOVATION AND SECURITY: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to advance American artificial intelligence (AI) innovation to strengthen America’s cybersecurity, protect critical infrastructure, and… [National]

The White House

Friday, March 13, 2026

🏛️Government & Politics

Mar 13, 2026 · 12:00 PMHarrisburg, Pennsylvania

Reichard, Policy Committee Host Hearing on Strengthening Industrial Competitiveness in Pennsylvania

WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Chad Reichard (R-Franklin) and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Built in Pennsylvania: Strengthening Industrial Competitiveness” to examine how policymakers can ensure Pennsylvania's regulatory environment, energy policies and infrastructure systems support — not hinder — the ability of employers to compete and grow from Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus