Pakistan probes 200 suspects after deadly Gojra sectarian attack
Police questioned more than 200 people to determine if the Gojra violence targeting Christians was spontaneous or militant-planned. Officials suggested Lashkar-e-Jhangvi and Sipah e-Sahaba Pakistan may be involved, as army offensives in Swat continue and Christians mourn in the eastern city.
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Asif Shahzad
Associated Press
Islamabad
Swat Valley
Gojra
Punjab
Rana Sanaullah
Sipahe-Sahaba Pakistan
al- Qaida
Knox Township reviews permit status and bridge projects
Knox Township Supervisors reported a complaint of building without a permit and will investigate. Residents were reminded to obtain proper sewage and building permits. GeoTech Engineering seeks DEP permits for Fruit Hill Bridge repair, with work starting after permit issuance in four to six weeks and completion by late September or early October. The Olanta Bridge project continues, tax software was approved for $318, and Dirt and Gravel Program training occurred. The backhoe engine rebuild cost $850.67. September meeting moved due to Labor Day holiday.
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Carnwath
Knox Township
Gregory Slopey
GeoTech Engineering
State Department of Environmental Protection
Fruit Hill
Olanta
Stanley Dennis
Richard Aughenbaugh
Jordan Township Awards Bids for Limestone and Sign Plans
At the Jordan Township Supervisors meeting six limestone bids were reviewed and Woodland Equipment and Supply Inc. will receive the award upon a performance bond. Bids ranged from $8.00 to $11.00 per ton with delivery included. State DOT approved road signs to mark adjacent township boundaries were ordered. Maps for the Dirt and Gravel Program were received to review eligible roads for potential grants. The board plans to grade roads and the next meeting is Sept. 8 at 7 PM in the township building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ansonville
Jordan Township
Woodland Equipment and Supply Inc
State Department of Transportation
Roger Kritzer
Cowfer and Stonebraker Reunion at Black Moshannon Park
The Cowfer and Stonebraker reunion is set for August 15 at Black Moshannon State Park pavilion No. 2. Attendees should bring table settings and a wrapped gift for the auction. Ham and drinks will be provided.
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Philipsburg
Black Moshannon State Park
Glen Hope Borough Council meets in area update
Glen Hope Borough Council discussed funding for the Philipsburg Holt Library in memory of George Test Jr. and sought a solicitor. A playground upgrade fund, Rose Street traffic talks, and alley safety exit on Route 53 were reviewed with Citizen input. Next meeting Sept 14 at 7 p.m.
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Glen Hope
Philipsburg Holt Library
George Test Jr
Park Authority
Dennis Stock
Rose Street
CQ Inc
Lumber City
Northwest Savings Bank
Dorothy Gallaher
Brady Township weighs wind setback rules in vote on ordinance
Brady Township supervisors debated wind energy setback distances at a meeting. Residents urged 2,500 feet, but officials favored 1,250 feet with 500 feet to property lines as used by Iberdrola. Iberdrola consultant said 1,250 feet keeps projects feasible. resident warned longer setbacks could kill local jobs. A conference with state environmentalists was planned. The board moved next meeting to Sept. 8 and approved several administrative items.
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New Washington
McIntyre
Town Road
Josh Woods
Luthersburg
Brady Township Board of Supervisors
Gary Swope
Poff
Beatty
Mr. Swope
Brady Township
Mr. Poff
Matt Gabler
Sheryl DeBoer
Sky Haven Coal Co
Buck Run
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Pakistan
Sanaullah
Salman Taseer
Swat
Taseer
Shahbaz Sharif
Waziristan
Munir Ahmad
Rasool Dawar
Mir Ali
FFA
Clearfield County Fair
Bill Ellinger
Clearfield County
Clearfield
Tim DuFour
Jefferson County Fair
Mr. DuFour
Susquehanna River Arts Center
Portrait Society of America
Knox Twp
Area Borough Council Members Meet
Troutville
Beth Yohe
Brady Township Wind Energy
Geisinger
Geisinger.org
Geisinger-Philipsburg
Medical Center Drive
Philipsburg, PA
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