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Cooling off in places like Keystone State Park’s lake is a popular summer activity, but rising temperatures can mean higher E. coli risks in local waters.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that E. coli levels often climb after heavy rainfall, as runoff washes bacteria from people and animals into streams and lakes.
 

Park manager Kris Baker explains that while E. coli is always present, safety depends on how concentrated bacteria become.

Keystone State Park tests its water weekly.  

If dangerous levels are found, swimming areas close until the Pennsylvania Department of Health declares them safe.

Other regional agencies, such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, use similar protocols to protect swimmers.

So far this summer, Keystone’s water quality has remained strong, with issues only likely after major storms or dry spells.

Officials urge visitors to check conditions before visiting and seek help if illness occurs after swimming.

Central Pennsylvania County Fairs promise late summer excitement for all ages.

As August heats up, communities across Blair, Somerset, Indiana, Westmoreland, and Cambria counties prepare for annual traditions packed with agriculture, family fun, and lively entertainment.

The Somerset County Fair in Meyersdale kicks off August 21–29, marking its 126th year of livestock shows, youth competitions, and neighborly spirit.

Nearby, the Westmoreland Fair in Greensburg draws crowds with demolition derbies, animal showmanship, and colorful farm displays during the same week.

Locally, Blair County’s Williamsburg Community Farm Show (August 23–28) celebrates everything rural, from nightly entertainment to homegrown crafts.

The Indiana County Fair (August 28–September 5) and Ebensburg’s American Legion County Fair (September 6–12) round out the season with classic carnival rides, tractor pulls, and blue-ribbon local flavor.

From sweet treats to unbeatable memories, these fairs are a highlight of the local summer calendar.

Supporting mom-owned businesses uplifts women across Westmoreland County, empowering those who juggle families while creating jobs and driving vital investments back into local neighborhoods.

When you shop with these dedicated entrepreneurs, you’re not just boosting the local economy — you’re helping fund youth sports teams, school fundraisers, and community events that make our area thrive.

Fashion Rx Boutique in Murrysville lets you refresh your summer style while backing local mothers.

Discover The Paper Heart, Latrobe’s charming gift shop on Ligonier Street, perfect for thoughtful finds and supporting a mom’s dream.

At She’s All That & More, a Westmoreland mom is redefining plus-size fashion with options for every body and occasion.

Choosing these businesses means investing directly in our communities’ future and celebrating the creativity and heart of local moms.

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Family-Friendly Events in Westmoreland, June 16 – June 22, 2026

Cedar Creek Park Summer Concert — Pittsburgh Big Band Legends

📅 Date/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Cedar Creek Park Amphitheater, Westmoreland County (Cedar Creek Park, Belle Vernon area)
💰 Cost: Free for all ages

Description: Westmoreland County's free Summer Concert Series comes to Cedar Creek Park on Sunday, June 21, featuring Pittsburgh Big Band Legends at the park amphitheater, starting at 4:00 PM. The concert is free admission, all ages, with limited seating — bring your own lawn chairs and canopies. It's a relaxed, family-friendly outdoor afternoon of live big band music in a beautiful park setting — a great way to spend a summer Sunday with all generations, from kids to grandparents. Westmoreland County

Age Appropriateness: All ages; perfect for families
📌 Source: Westmoreland County Parks & Recreation — Official 2026 Summer Concert Series page (directly verified): westmorelandcountypa.gov/767/Summer-Concert-Series

3rd Annual Greensburg-Jeannette NAACP Juneteenth Celebration & Black-Owned Business Fair

📅 Date/Time: Friday, June 19, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Historic Fairview Park, Salem Township, Westmoreland County (near Delmont, PA — approx. 1.5 miles east of Delmont on Old Route 22)
💰 Cost: Free

Description: The Greensburg-Jeannette branch of the NAACP hosts this annual Juneteenth celebration and Black-owned Business Fair at the Historic Fairview Park in Delmont. The event features Black-owned businesses including food trucks and entertainment. This is a meaningful, community-oriented cultural gathering perfect for families of all backgrounds, held at a Westmoreland County landmark with deep African American history. TribLIVETribLIVE.com

Age Appropriateness: All ages
📌 Source: TribLive Community (April 9, 2026 article confirming 2026 event) — community.triblive.com | Also listed on Westmoreland County Chamber Calendar — business.westmorelandchamber.com/community-calendar

Happy Together Tour 2026

📅 Date/Time: Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 7:30 PM
📍 Location: The Palace Theatre, 21 West Otterman Street, Greensburg, PA 15601
💰 Cost: Starting at approximately $77 (face value from Palace Theatre box office); secondary market from ~$83+

Description: 2026 will mark the 17th year of the highly successful, hit-filled summer package, THE "HAPPY TOGETHER" TOUR. The lineup features returning favorites and new additions: The Association, The Troggs, Chicago lead singer 1985–2016 Jason Scheff, Gary Puckett, The Fortunes, Ron Dante from The Archies and The Turtles, The Vogues, and The Cowsills — delivering 60+ Billboard Top 40 smashes from the '60s and '70s. The tour's music is family-friendly, and many theaters welcome all ages when accompanied by an adult. Westmorelandculturaltrust + 2

Age Appropriateness: All ages (under 16 with adult); nostalgic for grandparents, fun singalong for kids
📌 Source: Ticketmaster — ticketmaster.com | SeatGeek — seatgeek.com | Palace Theatre events page — westmorelandculturaltrust.org

Foghat with The Artimus Pyle Band

📅 Date/Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 7:30 PM
📍 Location: The Palace Theatre, 21 West Otterman Street, Greensburg, PA 15601
💰 Cost: Starting at $60 (floor), $75, or $125 (premium/VIP)

Description: It is 2026, and after 55 years, Foghat is still going as strong as ever. Last year, they celebrated the 50th anniversary of "Slow Ride," the timeless anthem that put them on the global map and has not let up since. The show also features The Artimus Pyle Band honoring Ronnie Van Zant's Lynyrd Skynyrd, featuring Lynyrd Skynyrd drummer Artimus Pyle. A high-energy classic rock night in an intimate historic theater — ideal for families with older kids and teens who love rock legends. WestmorelandculturaltrustAllEvents

Age Appropriateness: Best for older kids/teens and adults; all ages welcome
📌 Source: AllEvents Greensburg — allevents.in/greensburg | Palace Theatre events page — westmorelandculturaltrust.org | Songkick — songkick.com

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🏪 New Around Town: What's Opening in Westmoreland County!

Hey neighbors! Spring and summer are bringing some exciting new additions to our corner of Western PA. Here's a roundup of businesses worth putting on your radar — or your dinner reservation list.

🍕 Pizzaiolo Primo — Murrysville

If you've ever made the drive downtown to Market Square just for a good Neapolitan pizza, good news: you don't have to anymore. Pizzaiolo Primo opened its third location in Murrysville this spring, taking over the former Atria's space at 4869 William Penn Highway. This one is a big deal — the Murrysville outpost is the largest Pizzaiolo Primo restaurant yet and comes with a full liquor license.

The menu features Neapolitan-style pizzas, pastas, and Italian entrées including chicken parm and branzino, anchored by a wood-fired oven that was shipped directly from Italy. Owner Ron Sofranko acquired the original Market Square location in 2021, then opened a South Fayette spot in 2023 — and Murrysville is his latest bet on bringing the downtown Italian experience to the suburbs. The Murrysville page lists hours, a phone number for reservations, and catering options at murrysville.pizzaioloprimo.com.

🥩 Sand Springs Steak & Brew — Downtown Latrobe

This one has a feel-good story wrapped around every dinner plate. Mother-daughter duo Jo and Jacy Eisel are opening Sand Springs Steak & Brew inside the historic 810 Ligonier St. building in downtown Latrobe — a building that was home to a G.C. Murphy Co. department store from the 1930s until 1987, and a Dollar General until 2019 before sitting vacant. The Latrobe Community Revitalization Program, which owns the property, helped make it happen.

The Eisels have deep roots in this kind of community dining. Their family opened Sand Springs Saloon & Steakhouse in Maryland in the early 1990s and grew it into a full-service restaurant with over 60 employees. Jacy Eisel, who connected with the LCRP while studying at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, said the family felt an immediate pull toward Latrobe after attending the Great American Banana Split Celebration in 2024. As Jacy put it, "We felt an immediate pull to Latrobe — we knew this was where the next Sand Springs belonged. Seeing the turnout at the Banana Split Festival and how deeply people care made it clear that Latrobe is a very special place and values many of the same things Frostburg does: community, hard work, pride and showing up for one another." The menu will feature steak, seafood, chicken, burgers, pierogis, and salads. Keep an eye on the LCRP's website at latrobe revitalization.org/810ligonier for updates on the opening date.

🍺 Derry Curiosity Shop & Emporium — Derry Borough

Last but absolutely not least, something wonderfully one-of-a-kind just opened its doors in Derry. The Derry Curiosity Shop & Emporium opened at 136 S. Chestnut St. in late May, with its grand opening on May 30, 2026, and is open Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Owner William Snyder is a retired Greater Latrobe teacher and local historian with deep family roots in Derry — on his mother's side, John Young, a Revolutionary War veteran, was one of the first settlers in Derry Township. The shop is equally a retail store and a Derry history museum, offering vintage candy, postcards, car parts, draft root beer, and a multitude of historical items. A model train system circles above the bar and pays tribute to Derry's history as a railroad town. Snyder said his goal is to spark a chain reaction: "I want to see other people be encouraged by what I've done, and come into the community and start their own thing. My goal in doing this is to encourage other people that are like-minded, that want to help to grow the community." He priced everything to be accessible, saying he's "not here to make millions of dollars" — just to do something fun and talk to people about history. Stop in, pull up a stool, pour a root beer, and stay a while.

 We always recommend calling ahead before you visit any new business!

From artisan festivals and vintage markets to local maker fairs, these are the Westmoreland County events worth browsing this month.

🏺 Antiques & Collectibles Market at Historic Hanna's Town

Over 100 vendors offering antiques, collectibles, folk art, and vintage treasures. June's market takes place June 14.

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A free Father’s Day Fishing Derby will be held on Sunday, June 21 at Twin Lakes Park from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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✨ LOCAL SHOUTOUTS, HEROES, CAUSES, FUNDRAISERS, VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Your weekly roundup of good news, local heroes, and ways to get involved right here in Westmoreland County, PA!

🏆 LOCAL SHOUTOUTS

Latrobe's Terri Hauser Earns Top State Honor!

Hats off to one of our own! Terri Hauser, Manager of the Latrobe Municipal Authority, received a Career Recognition Award at the 2026 Governor's Awards for Local Government Excellence — presented by the Shapiro Administration. Her environmental engineering background has made her invaluable in overseeing major water and wastewater improvement projects, and she has served as president of the Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association, advocating for education, workforce development, and innovative thinking. Way to go, Terri — Westmoreland County is proud of you!

📍 Latrobe Municipal Authority, 104 Guerrier Rd., Latrobe, PA 15650 🔗 Source: Pennsylvania Municipal League

Hempfield High School's Long-Awaited Renovation Is Officially Underway!

Big things are happening over at Hempfield Area High School — and the whole community wins. Work is expected to begin June 1 and wrap up by June 2029. A two-story addition on the front of the school, connecting the auditorium to the pool, is a focal point of the renovation. The district plans to use the space as an innovation center — which could include a media center, an innovation lab, collaborative spaces for students, and flexible-use classrooms. Even better: bids for the project came in $20 million under the established budget of $136 million — a great win for local taxpayers!

📍 Hempfield Area High School, Hempfield Township 🔗 Source: WHJB FM | CRA Architects

🦸 LOCAL HEROES

Celebrating Westmoreland County's Hometown Heroes in Greensburg

Greensburg has a beautiful tradition of honoring those who serve our community. City leaders in Greensburg honored the community's first responders and members of the U.S. Armed Forces in a banner-hanging event at St. Clair Park. More than 90 hometown heroes were recognized during the community's Armed Forces Day celebration — including military veterans, police, firefighters, and doctors. Photos of the honored members have been added to banners hung on light poles throughout the city and into Southwest Greensburg. If you see those banners on your daily commute, now you know the story behind them!

📍 Greensburg, PA 🔗 Source: Yahoo/WPXI

💛 LOCAL CAUSES

Cleaning Up Westmoreland's Waterways — A Decades-Long Problem Gets a First Step

Here's a cause worth knowing about. Westmoreland County has partnered with the Turtle Creek Watershed Association (TCWA) to kick start the long sought-after cleanup of the Irwin Mine Discharge, located at the border of Irwin Borough and North Huntingdon Township. The partnership is the initial step to address the largest untreated abandoned mine discharge in Western Pennsylvania. Once acquired by TCWA, a 50-acre parcel will serve as the location of water treatment systems that will effectively eliminate untreated mine water currently contaminating Brush Creek and turning it orange. This is a major step forward for the county's environmental health — stay tuned for more developments!

📍 Irwin Borough / North Huntingdon Township border 🔗 Source: Westmoreland County PA

County Wants to Hear from Young Adults with Disabilities — Your Voice Matters!

Here's a chance to shape services for the people who need them most. The Westmoreland County Department of Human Services wants young adults with disabilities to meet their own goals and enjoy a good life — and they're asking for community input through a survey. If you or someone you love is a young adult with a disability, this is your chance to help influence what resources and supports are available. Every response counts!

📍 Westmoreland County Department of Human Services, 40 N. Pennsylvania Ave., First Floor, Suite 110, Greensburg, PA 15601 🔗 Source: Westmoreland County PA

🎟️ FUNDRAISERS

Parks & Trails Comedy Night — Laughs for a Great Cause

Westmoreland County Parks need your support — and they're making it fun! The Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation Citizens Advisory Board and the Westmoreland Heritage and Five Star Trail Chapters hosted Comedy Night fundraisers at The Venue at Live! Casino Westmoreland Mall, featuring professional touring comedians, 50/50 drawings, basket auctions, and a cash bar. Proceeds benefit the Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation CAB and trail chapters. While the March shows have passed, keep an eye on their calendar for upcoming events — the parks rely on community support year-round!

📍 Westmoreland County Parks & Recreation Office, Greensburg, PA | 📞 (724) 830-3959 🔗 Source: Westmoreland County PA

Help Our Furry Friends at the Humane Society of Westmoreland County

The Humane Society of Westmoreland County is a non-profit shelter working daily to rescue and shelter homeless, abused, and neglected animals. The shelter provides veterinary care to shelter pets as well as affordable services to the public through low-cost spay and neuter programs and vaccine clinics. Hundreds of dogs and cats pass through the shelter doors each month in need of care. Donations are accepted via PayPal through their website, and the shelter is always in need of community support!

📍 139 Humane Society Rd., Greensburg, PA 15601 | 📞 (724) 837-3779 🔗 Source: Westmoreland Humane Society | Hours: Mon–Sat 10am–4pm

🙌 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Firefly Fest Needs YOU — And It's a Magical Evening Out!

The Westmoreland Land Trust is hosting Firefly Fest on Friday, June 26th from 8:00–9:30 PM at Saint Xavier Nature Preserve — and they always need helping hands to make the magic happen. Volunteering with the Westmoreland Land Trust is a great way to give back while engaging in activities you enjoy, ranging from occasional casual help to ongoing assistance with particular projects. Volunteers enjoy spending time in beautiful settings while staying fit and making new friends.

📍 Saint Xavier Nature Preserve, 106 Saint Xavier Road, Latrobe, PA 15650 | 📞 (724) 325-3031 📧 info@westmorelandlandtrust.org 🔗 Source: Westmoreland Land Trust Events | Volunteer Page

Nature Make & Take Days — Families and Volunteers Welcome All Summer!

Looking for a low-key, joyful way to give back? Nature Make & Take Days run from June 1 through August 5, at Meadowlark Nature Park on Mondays (10 AM–12 PM) and Saint Xavier Nature Preserve on Wednesdays (3–5 PM). Drop-in nature projects for kids and families are free and no registration is required. Volunteers who enjoy working with kids and the outdoors are especially welcome!

📍 Meadowlark Nature Park & Saint Xavier Nature Preserve, Latrobe, PA 🔗 Source: Westmoreland Land Trust Events

Meet Your Commissioners — Open Community Session June 25!

Here's a great way to get involved and stay informed. On June 25, 2026, from 10AM to 1PM, the Westmoreland County Commissioners are hosting a community meeting at Westmoreland County Community College's Student Achievement Center, 145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697. It's open to the public and free to attend, featuring a Commissioners' Meeting plus activities, resources, and information sessions.

📍 WCCC Student Achievement Center, 145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697 🔗 Source: Westmoreland County PA

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