Steelers Fest returns to Legion-Keener Park with family-friendly activities, entertainment and appearances from former players, Fort Ligonier unveils a new exhibit exploring the connection between the French and Indian War and the American Revolution, and Bradenville volunteer fire department asks Derry Township for financial support to refurbish a fire engine and establish paid daytime staffing. Plus, Heinz sponsors a new premium club at Acrisure Stadium and a look at today’s local sports schedule.

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Westmoreland County officials say Warden Steve Pelesky’s administrative leave is unrelated to the lockdown at the county prison. Commissioner Doug Chew also responds to social media allegations about food and recreation access during the lockdown.

We also hear from a newly approved Derry Area football booster organization that says more than $13,000 raised by players remains with the program’s previous booster group. Plus, Derry Area School District provides updates on middle school renovations, security improvements and personnel changes.

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Latrobe welcomes Greater Latrobe graduate Maximus Wilson as the city’s newest police officer. We also have details on the Latrobe Volunteer Fire Department’s search for a new full-time truck driver, a planned notification system for trash-service updates and several city code changes moving through council.

Then, we turn to local sports as the Derry Ukes stay alive in the Latrobe-Derry Area Teener League playoffs and the St. Joe’s Owls advance to the semifinals. Plus, today’s schedule includes an LDATL elimination game and the Latrobe Jethawks hosting Bushy Run for the District 31 championship.

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Crabtree prepares for the 115th annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Festival. We look back at how the celebration began in 1911 and preview the weekend’s music, food, religious observances, fireworks, procession and traditional volley of one million firecrackers.

Plus, the Latrobe Jethawks sweep Lower Burrell to advance to the American Legion Baseball District 31 championship and secure a place in the Region 7 tournament. We also have Tuesday’s Latrobe-Derry Area Teener League playoff schedule.

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We look at how local animal shelters and low-cost spay and neuter programs are working to address cat overpopulation across Westmoreland County. We also cover an upcoming vacancy on Ligonier Borough Council following Councilmember Nancy Pleskovitch’s resignation, and we talk about a temporary closure planned for the Monastery Drive Extension in Unity Township.

Plus, we continue the countdown to Steelers training camp with a look at rookie wide receiver Germie Bernard and run through the local sports schedule for the weekend and Monday.

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We cover the opening of Mystic Thrift Emporium in downtown Latrobe, a dramatic rescue demonstration featuring firefighters, EMS crews and a medical helicopter at the Chestnut Ridge Community Volunteer Fire Company Fair, and a Derry Area alumna who has earned a spot on Team USA for the upcoming International Baton Twirling Federation World Championships in Paris.

Plus, we turn to local sports with Haley Glitsky's remarkable journey to the international stage and today's local sports schedule.

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We cover the Ligonier Country Market’s temporary move to downtown Latrobe and why officials say the partnership has gone well so far. We also look ahead to Westmoreland County Camp Cadet, where 12- to 15-year-olds will get a weeklong, disciplined introduction to law enforcement, military service and public safety careers.

Plus, we turn to local sports with the Steelers move-in day countdown at Saint Vincent College, featuring Cameron Johnston and Doneiko Slaughter.

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We cover U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick’s visit to Arnold Palmer Regional Airport as officials work to bring commercial airline service back to Unity Township. We also look at possible county-level guardrails for data center development in Westmoreland County, and how the Evergreen Drive-In Theatre is supporting the community with toy and food drives during its 2026 season.

Plus, District 31 American Legion Baseball playoffs are underway, with the Latrobe Jethawks earning a semifinal bye and the Unity Bulldogs opening a first-round series against Lower Burrell. We also run through today’s local sports schedule.

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We recap Latrobe’s Fourth of July Celebration as the city marked America’s 250th birthday with a packed parade, community festivities at Legion-Keener Park and tributes to veterans.

We also hear from the 2026 Miss Fourth of July court, including Queen Kennedi Foster and runners-up Melissa Polinsky and Haley Glitsky, and we share what Independence Day means to area children who took part in the celebration.

Plus, we turn to local sports with today’s Latrobe Derry Area Teener League schedule and the start of American Legion Baseball District 31 playoffs.

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We cover Dawna Bates’ 50 years of helping carry Latrobe’s Fourth of July traditions forward, including her work with the Patriotic Interfaith Service and a massive flag for this year’s parade. We also visit Fort Ligonier, where a Flag Sojourn America 250 event brought Scouts, historical interpreters and community members together for a special patriotic ceremony.

Plus, in sports, Derry 10U Blue baseball defeats Ligonier to win the Laurel Highlands Youth League championship after an 18-and-1 season. We also run down the local sports schedule for Friday through Monday.

Today’s episode is brought to you by Latrobe 4th of July Celebration.

Your Bulletin Brief is a daily news podcast produced by the Latrobe Bulletin. The Latrobe Bulletin is a Sample News Group daily newspaper. For more local news, visit latrobebulletinnews.com, pick up the print edition or follow the Latrobe Bulletin on social media.