The spread of COVID-19 could be basically eliminated with herd immunity but according to the Allegheny Health Department herd immunity is still a long way off. Herd immunity is when…
West Hills Gazette
What happened to basic decency in people?
Can’t we dislike someone without lobbying death threats at them? Political tensions have been particularly high over the past few months. Understandably, people have been vocal about who and what…
Supporting our first responders is a must in today’s climate
Our first responders — firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, all who serve and protect us, especially those in law enforcement — have worked tirelessly through these pandemic months. In addition to their…
A name is just a name until you give it meaning
What’s in a name? Well, when it becomes synonymous with a meme, particular attitude or look, then plenty. Am I right, Karen? If you’re not familiar, the image that people…
The soundtrack of my youth takes a massive loss
Eddie Van Halen? He can’t be dead, can he? The first time I saw Eddie and his band Van Halen was 1983. I was 14. I didn’t know what to…
Local police departments push for body cameras
The Stowe Township Police Department is one of the local police forces looking into funding for body cameras. Pictured above: Chief Matt Preininger, Officer Koritsky, Officer Turner and Officer Short.…
New recording procedure to increase officer liability
An update implemented earlier this year in how Robinson Township Police record complaints has resulted in a clearer picture of the number of calls members of the department are responding…





