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State police trooper shot and killed in a traffic stop

PAOLI, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania State Police trooper was shot and killed by a man he had pulled over in a traffic stop Sunday night, authorities said. Cpl. Tim O'Connor was killed as he approached the car when the driver fired from inside the vehicle, the state's acting police ...

Local author finds recovery, purpose in writing

This article is part of the “Meet Your Neighbor Monday” series, highlighting the stories of individuals who make Warren County a special place to live. If you have a suggestion for a person to profile, email jrex@timesobserver.com Timothy Lyon Jr. is an artist of many trades. Growing ...

PennDOT seeks feedback on Davey Hill Road project

The state Transportation Department is eyeing a project this year to repair two active slide areas on Davey Hill Road in Deerfield Township. SeThere two active slide areas that have caused the roadway to fail. PennDOT says an average of 400 vehicles a day use this portion of the road. The ...

School district looks to add social worker

The Warren County school board is being asked to approve hiring an additional school social worker to replace a position that was formerly paid for with federal ESSER funding. The board will meet tonight at 6 p.m. in the Central Administrative Offices in Russell. The district's school ...

Pittsfield man sentenced to jail time still faces three felony charges

A Pittsfield man has been sentenced with up to two years of prison after pleading guilty to theft by unlawful taking – moveable property. On Dec. 18, 2024, Tyler Engle, 33, was charged with the second-degree misdemeanor as well as a first-degree misdemeanor charge of theft by unlawful ...

Historian, author to speak Tuesday in city

Historian and author Jason Cherry will speak Tuesday at the Warren County Courthouse about a failed attempt to charter a new American colony in the years prior to the American Revolution. The program will take place Tuesday, March 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the main courtroom at the Warren County ...