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Since 1952, The Tribune-Democrat has been a vital source of news for Johnstown and its nearby communities. This publication was formed from the merger of the city’s two main newspapers, the Tribune and the Democrat, creating a unified voice for the area. The rich history of Johnstown, from the devastating flood of 1889 to the ups and downs of the steel industry and its recognition as the first Hockeyville USA, has been documented in The Tribune-Democrat and its earlier versions. With a talented team of award-winning writers, photographers, and editors, The Tribune-Democrat and its website, TribDem.com, are committed to sharing the stories that matter to our city and its people.

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Democratic congressman pushes articles of impeachment against Trump, but colleagues are critical

16 hours ago | tribdem.com | Matthew Brown |Lisa Mascaro |Leah Askarinam

WASHINGTON – A Democratic lawmaker is launching a renegade effort to impeach President Donald Trump, pushing past party leaders on Wednesday with an attempt to force a procedural vote in the U.S. House that is expected to fail. Rep. Shri Thanedar of Michigan announced his intention to charge ahead, saying that as an immigrant he wants to do all he can to protect America's Constitution and its institutions. His resolution contains seven articles of impeachment against the Republican president.
U.S. Route 219 closed near Pa.-Maryland line

20 hours ago | tribdem.com | David Hurst

U.S. Route 219 is closed to traffic just north of the Maryland border due to issues caused by stormwater flooding Tuesday. 511Pa.com's real-time maps show the road as closed from the Salisbury area to Boynton. kAmq@E9 4@>>F?:E:6D H6C6 92C5 9:E 3J r2DD6=>2? #:G6C 7=@@5:?8 %F6D52J 2?5 H6DE6C? |2CJ=2?5 2=D@ 6IA6C:6?465 7=@@5:?8 6>6C86?4:6D]k^AmkAm%96 C@25 92D C6@A6?65 E@ EC277:4 D@FE9 @7 $2=:D3FCJ] k^Am
Production issues impact Wednesday newspaper; some subscribers will receive paper Thursday

21 hours ago | tribdem.com | David Hurst

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Late-night production issues will prevent some Tribune-Democrat subscribers from receiving their print editions until Thursday. Weather-related issues also delayed the newspaper from going to print on time late Tuesday. Due to issues that delayed the newspaper's release, mail customers will receive their newspapers Thursday along with the Thursday edition.
Democrats endorse set of changes to Pennsylvania election rules, sending bill to state Senate

1 day ago | tribdem.com | Mark Scolforo |Marc Levy

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Pennsylvania voters would get more than a week of early voting and county election officials would have more time to start processing mail-in ballots under an election law proposal that advanced out of the state House on Tuesday by a single vote, with all Republicans opposed.
Officials: Route 219 near Boynton closed indefinitely after floodwaters damage bridge

1 day ago | tribdem.com | David Hurst

Flood damage to an Elk Lick Township bridge is closing a busy two-lane section of U.S. Route 219 to traffic indefinitely, state officials said. PennDOT officials confirmed the need for the bridge closure Wednesday. They said a more complete inspection will be conducted after water levels recede on Piney Run. The bridge connects Boynton to Salisbury in southern Somerset County – and is also part of a crucial traffic artery from Somerset to Interstate 68 in Maryland.
VIDEO: Flooding impacts Meyersdale, southern Somerset County

1 day ago | tribdem.com | David Hurst

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WATCH VIDEO | Homes evacuated, motorists rescued as flooding hammers southern Somerset County

1 day ago | tribdem.com | David Hurst

Southern Somerset County was hard hit by flooding Tuesday as rain kept falling late into the evening. Nearly 50 homes in the Meyersdale area were evacuated Tuesday as the fast-rising Casselman River hit flood stage, poured into basements and stranded motorists, officials said. According to Meyersdale fire Chief Mike Miller, six homes reported first floor flooding – while at least two dozen sections of road were closed from Salisbury to Somerset, county emergency officials added.
Homes evacuated, motorists rescued as flooding hammers southern Somerset County

1 day ago | tribdem.com | David Hurst

Southern Somerset County was hard hit by flooding Tuesday as rain kept falling late into the evening. Nearly 50 homes in the Meyersdale area were evacuated Tuesday as the fast-rising Casselman River hit flood stage, poured into basements and stranded motorists, officials said. kAmp44@C5:?8 E@ |6J6CD52=6 7:C6 r9:67 |:<6 |:==6C[ D:I 9@>6D C6A@CE65 7:CDE 7=@@C 7=@@5:?8 – H9:=6 2E =62DE EH@ 5@K6?
One injured in rollover crash

1 day ago | tribdem.com | David Hurst

One person was transported Monday to Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown following a rollover crash in Upper Yoder Township. The incident was dispatched as an accident with entrapment at the intersection of Goucher Street and Sunray Drive, Cambria County 911 officials wrote in a release to media. kA 4=2DDlQA`QmkDA2?
40+ homes evacuated in Meyersdale; flooding causing issues

1 day ago | tribdem.com | David Hurst

Nearly 50 homes in a low-lying area of the Meyersdale area were evacuated Tuesday as the fast-rising Casselman River hit flood stage, flooding basements and stranding motorists, officials said. The river winds its way through a flood-prone area northwest of town near the Somerset County Fairgrounds – but strong, steady rain brought the Casselman's levels up faster than usual – to 13 feet, 8 inches as of 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Meyersdale Fire Chief Mike Miller said.