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Monument to be dedicated honoring Somerset County's Revolutionary War veterans
The Great Glades Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will dedicate a monument at the Somerset County Courthouse on Wednesday. The memorial will honor Somerset County frontiersmen who served during the…

Somerset Township man faces charges related to fatal e-bike collision
Pennsylvania State Police allege that Owen Houpt, 21, failed to stop or provide aid after his car struck and killed e-bike rider Aaron Lancaster, 29, on Route 985 in Lincoln Township in September 2025. Houpt, a Somerset…

Tribute ceremony honors Revolutionary War veterans in Somerset County; preserves heritage
The Daughters of the American Revolution held a tribute ceremony at Weller Cemetery in Somerset County this Saturday to honor three Revolutionary War veterans. The event, timed to coincide with America's 250th birthday…

Somerset County solar guidelines designed to protect nearby properties, officials say
Somerset County officials have implemented a new ordinance to regulate solar facility installations, aiming to protect nearby properties from potential impacts. The updated guidelines establish specific standards for…

Visitors come from around the world to see Pa.’s highest point. It just received major upgrades
Pennsylvania's highest point, Mount Davis, has recently undergone significant infrastructure upgrades to improve the experience for visitors. The site, which attracts tourists from across the globe, features enhanced…
Mount Davis — Pa.’s highest point
Mount Davis, the highest point in Pennsylvania, has undergone significant improvements to its safety features and visitor amenities. The project was funded by a state grant totaling nearly $1 million. These upgrades aim…