This Week: Canonsburg, Cecil Boards Meet, and More!

It's gonna be a busy week. Here are five things happening in Canonsburg, Cecil and North Strabane that you need to know about.

Watch: Washington County Welcomes Home an Injured War Veteran

Welcome home, Sgt. Doug Vitale!

DEP Issues Permit to Range Resources for First Well in North Strabane

The DEP issued the Marcellus Shale-related permit this week.

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Nearby: Heroin, Cash Seized After Warrant Served in City of Washington

Authorities seized 103 stamp bags of heroin, a marijuana growing operation with 28 live marijuana plants and $2,967.

Local Big Sister, Roberta London, is named Pennsylvania Big Sister of the Year

These Pets Are Looking for Forever Homes

Can they be the newest members of your family?

DEP: Air Monitoring in Area Will Continue Through End of 2013

The samples collected during the study will be subjected to rigorous quality-assurance and data validation criteria. A final report is expected to be released in the spring of 2014.

5 Things to Do This Weekend In and Around Canon-McMillan

There are a variety events around the area for your family to check out.

‘The Smurfs 2’ in Theaters Now (Sponsored)

Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’

Meditation a Pain in the Head??

Eighty Four Man Announces North Strabane Supervisors Run as Independent

Delta to Begin 2 New International Routes from Pittsburgh

The non-stop flights are set to begin at Pittsburgh International Airport in December.

Canonsburg, Cecil and North Strabane Residents May Be Eligible for Storm-Damage Loans

The decision was made after officials conducted damage assessments in the area.

Cecil Township Volunteer Fire Department Receives Safety Training Grant

The donation was from Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania.

Don't Stop Believing: Journey Tribute Band and More at The Meadows in August

Velveeta, the Idol Kings and Bo Wagner's Rat Pack all perform in August at The Meadows Racetrack & Casino in North Strabane Township.

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Canon-McMillan Seeking Hall of Honor Nominees

Categories include academia/scholastic achievement, athletic achievement, artistic achievement, citizenry and valor.

Transcript in Marcellus Shale Damage Case Released

A gag order was issued for the Hallowich family as part of the settlement—and it covers their two minor children, who are forever barred from discussing Marcellus Shale issues.

Newcomers Butcher Babies surprise fans and bands at 2013 Mayhem Festival

In Review: Here Are the Top 5 Most Popular Posts of July

Here's a look back at the top 5 headlines in July.

Canonsburg Native Seeks Your Vote on 'America's Got Talent'

One of the members of the American Military Spouses Choir is originally from Canonsburg—and she needs your vote to advance on the hit NBC show.

Get Your Run On: 5 5Ks Happening This August

One of the races—The Flying Monkey 5K—will take place in Southpointe.

For Your (Teen's) Eyes Only

The interwebs will never be the same....

EMC Customers Save 1 Billion Kilowatt Hours- Over 51.2 Million Kilowatt Hours in Pennsylvania

Community Update

Greatest Rummage Sale of the Summer

Make a difference and Host an exchange student!

DEP Issues Notice of Violation Over Smoke at MarkWest Compressor Station

'MarkWest violated Pennsylvania’s Environmental Protection codes by operating in a manner inconsistent with good operating practices," a DEP spokesman said in a statement.

Cecil Resident, Supervisor Again Ask DEP to Make Worstell Impoundment Meeting Public

Rose Churray said the residents of Cecil deserve to know the information coming out of the meeting regarding the Range Resources impoundment.

Obituary: Brenda J. Zanakis-Stewart, of Hickory

Salandra Funeral Home in Canonsburg is handling arrangements.

Obituary: William S. Stankas, of Canonsburg

Sollon Funeral Home in Canonsburg is handling arrangements.

Powerball Jackpot Up to $235 Million

If you won the Pennsylvania Lottery's Powerball jackpot, how would you spend the cash?

15th Annual Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest (Canonsburg)

Nearby: Claysville Teen Killed in Rollover Crash

Washington County Coroner Tim Warco said four others in the car were flown to area hospitals for treatment of injuries suffered in the crash.

Lessons in Leadership

I am excited to be home with a renewed sense of purpose, a broader perspective of the world, a bit more maturity and understanding of opposing viewpoints and a total commitment to be the most effective advocate possible for the people of Pennsylvania

Can You Barter Your Way To A Renovated Home?

Neighbors have always shared things -- from sugar and milk to ladders and wheelbarrows. But now time banks are helping neighbors share their talents in exchange for bigger services like repairs and renovations.

North Strabane Lawmaker Takes A Swing Against Breast Cancer

State Rep. Brandon Neuman hit the first home run of the day during a derby in Erie Tuesday.

Are Canon-McMillan Residents at Risk for Lyme Disease?

Lyme disease affects more than 30,000 people annually in the U.S. Find out what you need to know to protect yourself.