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The Daily American is a community-focused daily newspaper that reports on news and sports events throughout Somerset County, Pennsylvania.

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Crognale rejoins coaching ranks hoping to turn around North Star girls basketball program

2 days ago | dailyamerican.com | Adam Ripple

The North Star girls basketball program has not produced a winning season since 2018-19, when the Cougars went 13-11. The program is 50-107 dating back to the conclusion of the aforementioned season, where the Cougars were bounced in the District 5 playoffs. North Star needed a change after John Oleskey stepped down, so the school district went out and hired a proven winner in former Shanksville-Stonycreek girls head coach Cory Crognale.
Somerset Veterans Affairs outreach is one of the state's best. How they do it

2 days ago | dailyamerican.com | Judy Ellich

The office received a $15,000 grant to improve outreach to veterans, aiming to increase awareness of available benefits. Despite its success, the office estimates reaching only about 30% of eligible veterans in the area. Challenges include reaching veterans in rural areas and those who are isolated. Somerset County veterans outreach just got better, if that's possible.
Elk Lick Townships residents will get to decide on a tax hike. What to know

2 days ago | dailyamerican.com | Judy Ellich

Elk Lick Township, Pennsylvania, residents will vote on a tax increase referendum in the May primary election. The referendum proposes a 1/2 mill increase to fund local ambulance, rescue, and other emergency services. State law requires voter approval for tax increases exceeding a half mill for emergency services. Elk Lick Township Supervisors are asking residents to allow a real estate tax rate increase.
Pope Francis passed away Monday. How Somerset County Catholics felt about his death

3 days ago | dailyamerican.com | Madolin Edwards

Bishop Mark Bartchak expressed sadness at the passing of Pope Francis and called for prayers. Bishop Mark Bartchak said he joins Catholics around the world in expressing his deep sadness following the death of Pope Francis and remembering the Holy Father’s example of faithfulness, service and humility. Bartchak said calls on the faithful of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown to join him in praying for the Holy Father’s eternal rest.
Vote for the Daily American Somerset County Athlete of the Week for April 14-19

3 days ago | dailyamerican.com | Adam Ripple

Each Monday, the Daily American will select nominees for Female and Male Athlete of the Week in Somerset County for the spring sports season. Polls will be posted at 5 a.m. each Monday, and voters will have through Wednesday at 5 p.m. to vote. Votes are limited to one per IP address or computer network. Last week's results Brady, Hagans voted Daily American Somerset County Athlete of the Week for April 7-13Athletes can be nominated via email to [email protected].
Night of creativity and puppet artistry at the Confluence Creative Arts Center

6 days ago | dailyamerican.com | Madolin Edwards

World-class puppeteers will perform at the Confluence Creative Arts Center on April 26. A troupe of world-class puppeteers is coming together to create an unforgettable evening of laughter, artistry and community spirit at the Confluence Creative Arts Center, 533 Williams St., at 7 p.m. April 26. This fun-filled event – the Experimental Puppet Experience – promises to be a night of nuanced performances, vibrant characters and unexpected connections.
Truck driver charged with murder in death of three Somerset construction workers

1 week ago | dailyamerican.com | Judy Ellich

A Maryland truck driver faces third-degree murder charges after his truck crashed into a Pennsylvania construction site, killing three workers. The three victims, employed by CriLon Corp., were working on a PennDOT project at the time of the accident. Davenport is currently jailed in York County awaiting court proceedings.
Drones will deliver emergency medicine before ambulances in test program. How it works

1 week ago | dailyamerican.com | Judy Ellich

The drones will deliver critical medical supplies like Narcan, EpiPens and AEDs to remote areas faster than traditional EMS. The program will initially focus on northern Somerset County and later expand to other areas. Drone814, a key component of the project, aims to create job opportunities in the aerospace and aviation sectors. SOMERSET ― Drones may be a big part of the solution to helping people in a medical emergency who live in hard-to-reach isolated, rural areas.
Armed conflict, evictions, hunger: A retrospective of the 1922-23 Somerset miners strike

1 week ago | dailyamerican.com | Judy Ellich

Somerset County coal miners began a 16-month strike on April 14, 1922, for better working conditions and union recognition. Miners and their families faced evictions, harsh living conditions and resistance from coal companies and their private police forces. A century later, the coal industry faces new challenges with mine closures and bankruptcies impacting miners' jobs. On April 14, 1922, coal miners in Jerome walked out.
What does a hero look like? Somerset police officer honored for rescue

1 week ago | dailyamerican.com | Judy Ellich

Somerset Police Officer Kevin Huzsek was awarded the Carnegie Medal for rescuing Mary Ellen Fockler from a house fire. Huzsek entered the burning building without hesitation after learning Fockler was trapped inside. The Carnegie Medal is North America's highest honor for civilian heroism. Somerset Police Officer Kevin Huzsek looked down at his bronze Carnegie Medal nestled in a green box at a special presentation Thursday night before an enthusiastic crowd.