Come experience the atmosphere of the Oliver Miller Homestead at twilight as you wander the grounds of this fine old home at the end of the day. The homes, buildings, and grounds will be lit by candles and lanterns only and the Miller family and their friends will be seen as they rest and prepare for the end of the day.

By Michelle Taylor

Many kids and adults got quite an end-of-summer surprise in Elizabeth Township. On Friday, August 21st, Mikey, the beloved teenage mutant ninja turtle, showed up unannounced at Frosty Cone to the delight of many astounded children. He even shared some ice cream with them. Read more...

By Michelle Taylor

If you happen to notice residents of Elizabeth Township and surrounding areas wearing a small smiley face pin, it is because they were fortunate enough to cross paths with an anonymous gentleman who seemingly has no name, although some say his name is Stoner Bob and he is a mailman. Read more...

A committee hearing on the environmental impact of natural gas vehicles will be held on October 1 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m at the Finleyville Community Center, 3547 Marion Ave. The hearing will feature testimony from the DEP, industry representatives and local businesses with experience in natural gas vehicles.

At the request of state Representative Rick Saccone (R-Allegheny/Washington), the Joint Legislative Air and Water Pollution Control and Conservation Committee (Joint Legislative Conservation Committee) will travel to Finleyville on Thursday, October 1, for a public hearing on the environmental impact of natural gas vehicles.

The hearing will focus on one of the more frequently overlooked aspects of natural gas vehicles – the impact these vehicles have on our environment. Representatives from the state Department of Environmental Protection, the natural gas industry and local organizations will testify on how the use of natural gas vehicles can help reduce emissions and promote domestic energy security.