During World War II, 18 million victory gardens flourished in the U.S., alleviating food shortages, fostering community, reducing canning metal usage, and instilling pride as families contributed to the war effort with homegrown produce. Many of those gardens could be found in Robinson Township.
West Hills Gazette
Property owners in the Montour School District won't see a tax increase for the 10th straight year, though possible changes loom due to declines in assessed property values. Carlynton also held the line on taxes while Cornell, Moon and Sto-Rox set higher millage rates.
The United States embodies the American Dream of opportunity and resilience while grappling with its historical flaws and conflicts. Citizens must acknowledge both the nation’s greatness and its shortcomings, striving for unity and progress toward ideals of liberty and freedom.
The new playground at Fairhaven Park is nearly finished despite weather delays, funded largely by a $600,000 federal grant. Officials emphasized developmental benefits for children and plans for further improvements, including a walking trail.
Rich Rowe resigned as head baseball coach at Moon Area High School after a 6-12 season. Concerned about player confidence and community division, he chose not to reapply for the position. Rowe plans to focus on family and baseball in the future.
The latest "Jurassic World" installment is a technical marvel with big screen, summer movie special effects, but it's a bit uneven overall. Aimed at a younger audience, much of the adult violence has been toned down.
West Hills Gazette will be celebrating all month long as part of the “Going to Bat for Small Business” campaign. You'll get to know the digital news source's partners who are featured in media segments alongside other honored businesses because of the generosity of the Pittsburgh Pirates and PNC organizations.