In considering the proposed deep mine, we thought it appropriate to reflect on recent issues caused by historic deep mines in our area. In 2013 we had a collapse in the Melcroft No. 1 mine along Route 711. This collapse …
Summer 2014 Internship Available
Want to work in the beautiful Laurel Highlands this summer? We are currently seeking a Summer Field Intern for May through August 2014. Duties include water sampling in the Indian Creek and Yough River watersheds, operations and maintenance of our …
MWA Receives Growing Greener Funds for Kalp System Rehabilitation
On January 22, 2014, MWA was awarded $305,819.00 in Growing Greener Funding for rehabilitation of one of our existing abandoned mine discharge systems. Prior to the construction of the Anna & Steve Gdosky Indian Creek Restoration Project (treating the Kalp discharge), 184 million gallons of …
Compressor Station Expansion in North Union, Fayette County
At the beginning of January a notice in the Pennsylvania Bulletin described a potential expansion of the Uniontown Compressor Station in North Union, Fayette County. This expansion would make the facility a major source of air pollution. Under Department of …
Act 13 Victory
Yesterday, in a huge victory for community rights and the environment, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled Act 13, the law which preempted the rights of community to use zoning to guide placement of oil and gas activities, unconstitutional, finding it …
2013 Highlights
The Mountain Watershed Association is now in its 19th year. Your support has helped to sustain our organization since its inception in 1994. For nearly two decades, we have made great strides toward the conservation, protection and restoration of the …
5th Annual Yough Defense Party Scheduled for November 21!
Mark your calendar for the 2013 Yough Defense Party on November 21, 2013 at the Falls City Pub in Ohiopyle! Join us for great food & drinks, silent auction items including handmade and local art and lots of river gear, …
Registration Open for Community Leadership Network Fall Shindig
On November 17, 2013 we will host the first annual Community Leadership Network Fall Shindig in North Park, Allison Park. This event is part of our Marcellus Citizen Stewardship Network. Our full day will begin with a session on environmental …
Buy Your 2014 Lottery Calendar Now!
2014 Lottery Calendars have arrived! Our 2014 Lottery Calendars feature full-color photographs of the Indian Creek watershed from local photographer Stephen Simpson of Highlands Art Gallery. Lottery calendars are $30 each and offer 365 chances to win your money back. …
Make a Donation on October 3!
Please consider making a contribution to MWA on October 3, the Westmoreland Day of Giving! Sponsored by the Community Foundation of Westmoreland County, through this annual event the Foundation provides a partial match to donations made through the www.westmorelandgives.org website …