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Uniontown man killed in shooting

May 18th, 2013

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A 20-year-old Uniontown man died Saturday morning from a gunshot while leaving a party, city police said. Authorities declined to reveal the victim’s name Saturday …


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Geibel names 2013’s top students

May 18th, 2013

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Peyton McIntyre, Geibel 2013 valedictorian
By Nancy Henry, Daily Courier
Geibel Catholic Junior-Senior High School will have 26 graduating students in its Class of 2013. Peyton McIntyre has been named valedictorian. Co-salutatorians are Katherine Catanzarite …


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City’s financial status under debate

May 18th, 2013

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By Karl Polacek, Daily Courier
Connellsville council and mayoral candidates expressed different views about the state of the city’s finances. Those in office say there is little or no chance …


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DeWitt claims politics played into charges against him

May 18th, 2013

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By Mark Hofmann, Daily Courier
The day after a Connellsville mayoral candidate was held for trial for his alleged involvement in operating a chop shop, the candidate suspects politics to …


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Connellsville mayoral candidate heads to court in chop shop case

May 16th, 2013

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By Mark Hofmann, Daily Courier
A mayoral candidate in Connellsville will stand trial on charges that he operated a chop shop. Charges against Joshua DeWitt, 27, of Connellsville were held …


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Fayette County man, 71, sentenced to prison for not paying taxes on lottery winnings

May 16th, 2013

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A federal judge on Thursday sentenced a 71-year-old Fayette County man to one year and one day in prison for not paying federal taxes on …


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Connellsville airport will remain open

May 16th, 2013

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Brittany (left) and Ashleigh Piper, Michele's daughters, play with their family dog, Kahlua, a Chocolate Labrador Retreiver, at their home.  Kahlua had contracted a rare disease called, idiopathic polyradiculoneuritis (Coonhound paralysis), which left the dog temporary paralized and had to work with physical therapists to learn how to walk again after treatment.
By Cindy Ekas, Daily Courier
The Joseph A. Hardy Connellsville Airport will remain open while the Fayette County Airport Authority tackles financial issues and safety deficiencies identified by the Federal …


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Upper Tyrone family helps pet overcome paralysis

May 16th, 2013

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Brittany (left) and Ashleigh Piper, Michele's daughters, play with their family dog, Kahlua, a Chocolate Labrador Retreiver, at their home.  Kahlua had contracted a rare disease called, idiopathic polyradiculoneuritis (Coonhound paralysis), which left the dog temporary paralized and had to work with physical therapists to learn how to walk again after treatment.
By Karl Polacek, Daily Courier
March 8 was a difficult day for Michele Piper and her family from Upper Tyrone. Kahlua, their 4-year-old chocolate Labrador retriever, started losing control of …


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Renovations complete at Pleasant Valley Country Club

May 16th, 2013

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Ken Ivory is the director of operations at PVCC and encourages everyone to enjoy Sunday Brunch which offers an outstanding array of choices.
By Nancy Henry, Daily Courier
The Pleasant Valley Country Club has completed renovations. Work has included painting of walls and ceilings and updated decor in the ballroom, remodeled bathrooms and …


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Police: ‘Bored’ firemen set fires in Fayette in 2011

May 16th, 2013

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By Liz Zemba, Tribune-Review
Two firefighters with a former Fayette County fire department are accused of setting vacant houses ablaze so they could respond to the calls, according to …


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Police: ‘Bored’ firemen set fires in Fayette in 2011

May 15th, 2013

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By Liz Zemba, Tribune-Review
Two firefighters with a former Fayette County fire department are accused of setting vacant houses ablaze so they could respond to the calls, according to …


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Connellsville, Scottdale to host farmers markets this summer

May 14th, 2013

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Buy Local cards are now being sold and include a convenient new feature, a key fob to carry on your key ring. Cards are available at the Greater Connellsville Chamber of Commerce.
By Nancy Henry, Daily Courier
Connellsville’s Farmers Market will open July 6 and local growers are urged to plan now to participate. “New vendors are always needed and welcomed at …


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Eberly Campus chancellor leaving

May 14th, 2013

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By Mary Pickels, Tribune-Review
Those who worked with chancellor Francis K. Achampong on campus and on community endeavors Monday expressed mixed emotions upon learning he will leave Penn State …


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Small Games of Chance Law continues to concern local organizations

May 14th, 2013

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By Mark Hofmann, Daily Courier
Perryopolis Volunteer Fire Department Chief A.J. Boni fears that if volunteer fire departments are crippled by new state regulations regarding small games of chance, they …


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Community invited to Feast of All Nations in Connellsville

May 14th, 2013

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The Rev. Bob Lubic and the Rev. Gerry Juarez are busy putting together the final touches on Sunday's Feast of all Nations.
By Marilyn Forbes, Daily Courier
The Rev. Gerry Juarez of the Partner Parishes of the Catholic Community of Connellsville has a dream to one day have Connellsville be a town …


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Fayette judge campaign cost $333,444

May 14th, 2013

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By Liz Zemba, Tribune-Review
Five candidates for Common Pleas judge in Fayette County have spent a combined $333,444 in the first four months of the campaign, according to their …


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Golden Reunion to welcome graduates of 4 area high schools

May 14th, 2013

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By Nancy Henry, Daily Courier
May 22 is the deadline to sign up to attend the Golden Reunion on May 26. Last year was the first time it was held, …


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Dawson VFC to hold gun bash

May 13th, 2013

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By Beth Lynn, Daily Courier
The Dawson Volunteer Fire Co. will hold a gun bash from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $15 each. Contact any firefighter for tickets …


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Plans being finalized for the Golden Reunion at Connellsville’s East Park

May 13th, 2013

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By Nancy Henry, Daily Courier
The second annual Golden Reunion will be held May 26 at East Park. It is for graduates or those who attended high school at Connellsville, …


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Plans being finalized for the Golden Reunion at Connellsville’s East Park

May 13th, 2013

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By Nancy Henry, Daily Courier
The second annual Golden Reunion will be held May 26 at East Park. It is for graduates or those who attended high school at Connellsville, …


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Recap of the death of Connellsville police officer McCray Robb in 1882

May 13th, 2013

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By Compiled By Mark Hofmann
Editor’s note: On Monday in Washington D.C., the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial will hold it’s 25th annual candlelight vigil where they’ll read the names …


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Recap of the death of Connellsville police officer McCray Robb in 1882

May 13th, 2013

The Tribune Review Reports:
By Compiled By Mark Hofmann
Editor’s note: On Monday in Washington D.C., the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial will hold it’s 25th annual candlelight vigil where they’ll read the names …


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Dawson VFC to hold gun bash

May 13th, 2013

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By Beth Lynn, Daily Courier
The Dawson Volunteer Fire Co. will hold a gun bash from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $15 each. Contact any firefighter for tickets …


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Miracle League of Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands’ Field of Dreams opens for season

May 13th, 2013

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Running to home base to score a run are Haley Hettenschuller, 9, and her mother, Ashley Hettenschuller of Uniontown.
By Marilyn Forbes, Daily Courier
A miracle can be defined as an action that is unexpected or extraordinary — and both may apply to the opportunity available to children with …


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Miracle League of Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands’ Field of Dreams opens for season

May 13th, 2013

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Running to home base to score a run are Haley Hettenschuller, 9, and her mother, Ashley Hettenschuller of Uniontown.
By Marilyn Forbes, Daily Courier
A miracle can be defined as an action that is unexpected or extraordinary — and both may apply to the opportunity available to children with …


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Old Time Fiddlers Association offers monthly jam sessions

May 13th, 2013

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By Marilyn Forbes, Daily Courier
Back in the days of old America, you could be assured that every social gathering featured a fiddle player, providing the treasure of real bluegrass …


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Old Time Fiddlers Association offers monthly jam sessions

May 13th, 2013

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By Marilyn Forbes, Daily Courier
Back in the days of old America, you could be assured that every social gathering featured a fiddle player, providing the treasure of real bluegrass …


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Connellsville police officer recognized 131 years after death

May 13th, 2013

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The final resting place of Connellsville Police Officer McCray Robb is in Hill Grove Cemetery in Connellsville. Robb was shot and killed while on duty in 1882. His name will officially be added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Monday in Washington, D.C.
By Mark Hofmann, Daily Courier
A Connellsville police officer killed in the line of duty is receiving national recognition of his oath to protect the public 131 years after his …


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Connellsville police officer recognized 131 years after death

May 13th, 2013

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The final resting place of Connellsville Police Officer McCray Robb is in Hill Grove Cemetery in Connellsville. Robb was shot and killed while on duty in 1882. His name will officially be added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Monday in Washington, D.C.
By Mark Hofmann, Daily Courier
A Connellsville police officer killed in the line of duty is receiving national recognition of his oath to protect the public 131 years after his …


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Fayette County man accused of receiving stolen property, multiple drug offenses

May 13th, 2013

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By Mary Pickels, Tribune-Review
A Fayette County man was charged with receiving stolen property and numerous drug offenses following a state police search of his German Township residence last …


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Fayette County man accused of receiving stolen property, multiple drug offenses

May 13th, 2013

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By Mary Pickels, Tribune-Review
A Fayette County man was charged with receiving stolen property and numerous drug offenses following a state police search of his German Township residence last …


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Connellsville set to debut model-railroad train in 2014

May 13th, 2013

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The Amtrak stop is located along Water Street in Connellsville.
By Laura Szepesi
On May 10, 1869, crowds gathered at Promontory Point, Utah, to watch a gold spike be hammered into a steel track, completing America’s first transcontinental …


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Connellsville set to debut model-railroad train in 2014

May 13th, 2013

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The Amtrak stop is located along Water Street in Connellsville.
By Laura Szepesi
On May 10, 1869, crowds gathered at Promontory Point, Utah, to watch a gold spike be hammered into a steel track, completing America’s first transcontinental …


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2 openings exist on Fayette County Common Pleas bench; 5 try for jobs

May 13th, 2013

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Linda Cordaro
By Liz Zemba, Tribune-Review
Five candidates are seeking two openings on Common Pleas Court in Fayette County. Gerald Solomon and Ralph Warman retired and work as part-time senior judges. …


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2 openings exist on Fayette County Common Pleas bench; 5 try for jobs

May 13th, 2013

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Linda Cordaro
By Liz Zemba, Tribune-Review
Five candidates are seeking two openings on Common Pleas Court in Fayette County. Gerald Solomon and Ralph Warman retired and work as part-time senior judges. …


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Connellsville police remind motorists to be aware

May 10th, 2013

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By Mark Hofmann, Daily Courier
School for local districts will be out in less than 20 days and the Connellsville Police Department reminds motorists to be extra vigilant with children …


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Son fondly recalls mom’s devotion to United Way in Connellsville

May 10th, 2013

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Fern Shawley
By Laura Szepesi
Jim Shawley of Mt. Pleasant cherishes the memory of helping his mother deliver cookies at Christmastime. There were plenty of stops to make because Fern …


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Volunteers encouraged to support Connellsville Cares cleanup

May 10th, 2013

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Connellsville Recreation Board  will be joining other volunteer groups for Connellsville Cares city-wide clean up on May 18. South Side Park is one of the parks designated for sprucing up. Melissa Tzan (left), board president, and Jacinta Ptacek  (right)   will be painting there. Their daughters Olivia Tzan (middle, left) and Julia Ptacek (middle, right)  will be helpers. They encourage anyone who would like to assist to stop by and lend a hand for whatever amount of time they can spare.
By Nancy Henry, Daily Courier
The Connellsville Cares clean-up event will be a day of volunteerism for the town. Downtown Connellsville has designated May 18 a city-wide cleanup day. Various …


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Work on CASD schools moving forward

May 10th, 2013

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By Rachel Basinger
Contractors working on the Connellsville Area Senior High School renovations are hoping to get a jump on summer work for the final phase of the …


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It’s an honor to honor the Connellsville mothers who fed ‘our boys’ of World War II

May 10th, 2013

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Rita Smith Ross of California state was all smiles when she visited her hometown of Connellsville last November, remembering her years as a volunteer with the Connellsville Canteen.  Ross, who is in her 90s, is one of a few canteen workers who still remembers the days of World War II. Doris Brady, daughter-in-law of canteen founder Rose Brady, is eager to share canteen memories with other volunteers who are still alive. Write to Mrs. Edward (Doris) Brady, 916 Isabella Road, Connellsville, PA 15425, or call 724-628-7991.</p>
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By Laura Szepesi
This weekend, we celebrate National Train Day and Mother’s Day. In Connellsville, it makes sense to merge the two events by honoring the city’s railroad …


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Railroad museum project in Connellsville picks up steam again

May 10th, 2013

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Bo Herman of Connellsville and with D&H Plastering based in Connellsville, works alongside his crew while plastering one of the many ceilings inside the Connellsville Canteen.
By Laura Szepesi
Connellsville can’t celebrate this year’s National Train Day, but local residents can expect some fanfare next May, as work on the city’s new railroad museum …


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Roadwork under way in Lower Tyrone

May 10th, 2013

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By Marilyn Forbes, Daily Courier
Lower Tyrone supervisors reported this week that roadwork in now under way in the township. “They’ve started on the roads project that we’ll be doing,’ …


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Perryopolis Council ordinance would protect parks from vandalism, after-dark visitors

May 10th, 2013

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By Marilyn Forbes, Daily Courier
Perryopolis Borough Council voted to have its solicitor, Deanna Fahringer of Davis & Davis, create a new ordinance that would handle problems in the evenings …


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Water rates may rise for Connellsville residents

May 10th, 2013

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By Cindy Ekas, Daily Courier
Connellsville Township supervisors notified residents Thursday night of proposed water rate increases for Pennsylvania American Water Co. customers. If the state Public Utility Commission approves …


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Residents live in fear as guns, drug violence rise

May 10th, 2013

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By Cindy Ekas, Daily Courier
Uniontown City Council and its police chief agreed this week to meet with the city’s East End residents in an effort to resolve issues with …


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Township candidates throughout county bring array of experience

May 10th, 2013

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By Marilyn Forbes, Daily Courier
There are several races in many townships throughout Fayette County. • In Bullskin, two candidates are vying for one open six-year supervisor seat. They are …


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Hearing continued for Connellsville mayoral candidate

May 10th, 2013

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By Mark Hofmann, Daily Courier
The Connellsville mayoral candidate accused of allegedly running a chop shop had his preliminary hearing on Thursday continued until next week. Joshua DeWitt, 27, of …


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Bethlehem Temple Church to mark 70 years

May 9th, 2013

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By Andrew Hesner
The Bethlehem Temple Church of the Apostolic Faith on Morrell Avenue in Connellsville will be celebrating its 70th anniversary this year and will be holding …


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Women of the Way Bible conference scheduled at Pennsville

May 9th, 2013

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Members of the Women of the Way conference committee sponsored by Pennsville Baptist Church and Wooddale Bible Brethren Church, both in Bullskin Township, are looking forward to the annual event that is scheduled for May 17 and 18.
By Rachel Basinger
Pennsville Baptist Church and Wooddale Bible Brethren Church have teamed up for the past six years to host the Women of the Way Conference for …


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Lower Tyrone Men’s organization helping with Dawson Honor Roll

May 9th, 2013

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Roy Hess and Ron Enos look at several old photos from the Tri-Town and Lower Tyrone areas that were put onto a DVD to sell as a fundraiser for the honor roll monument, which will be located in Dawson.
By Marilyn Forbes, Daily Courier
The Lower Tyrone Men have rallied around member and friend Roy Hess to help him raise funds to complete an honor roll that will be …


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