During World War II, Robinson Township conducted air raid drills that frightened children, mirroring the serious atmosphere in Europe. Although routine, blackouts were enforced strictly, with adults and children adapting to the tense environment without actual threats.
Unclaimed remains: The fate of Jeff Butya’s ashes
Jeffrey Butya's passing in February 2025 resulted in unclaimed cremated remains due to his family's lack of response regarding costs. Despite attempts by a funeral director to connect with relatives, Butya’s ashes may be buried as unclaimed remains if not collected by year-end.
Carnegie salon and spa owners host showcase to support abuse survivors
Derek McCance Castro, a survivor and entrepreneur, co-owns Kings Rising Salon and Spa. He’s hosting the second annual Legendary Queens Showcase on Aug. 23, supporting the With Love From Zeusy Foundation, inspired by his late dog, Zeus, to aid sexual abuse survivors through unconditional love.
Deluzio: Members of Congress should not be able to trade stocks while in office
Chris Deluzio expresses concern over government corruption, particularly regarding Congress members trading stocks using insider information. He advocates for the TRUST in Congress Act to ban such practices, aiming to restore public faith and prioritize the common good in governance.
Robinson hires McDonald consulting firm to take over planning, zoning and code enforcement
United Code Consultants will manage planning, zoning and code enforcement in Robinson Township following two retirements. The agreement, effective July through the year's end, allows for annual renewal and includes a fee structure for permits directly invoiced to applicants.
Northbound I-79 to Parkway West ramp in Robinson will close for two nights this week
PennDOT District 11 announced Monday that the northbound I-79 to Westbound I-376 ramp will be closed from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. both Tuesday and Wednesday nights, weather permitting, to allow saw cutting operations and shoulder patching to occur.
Kulik: Legislative process highlighted in passage of Sunday hunting law
The legislative process transforms ideas into laws, often requiring bipartisan support. An example is the recent approval of expanded Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania, reflecting societal changes and demonstrating how laws evolve to meet modern needs.







