The peaceful waters of the Yough near West Newton have had a new look and sound since this summer. A temporary pump has been set up to allow Olympus (previously Huntley & Huntley) to withdrawal water from the Youghiogheny River …
Invest in the Future of the Community
Mid-Year, 2019 Dear Friend of the Watershed, Please join us in protecting, preserving and restoring the Indian Creek and greater Youghiogheny River watersheds. Your donation to the Mountain Watershed Association, home of the Youghiogheny Riverkeeper, is one of the most …
Huntley & Huntley Allowed to Postpone Public Hearing on Fracking Infrastructure in Public Park
Next week’s hearing to determine whether Huntley & Huntley Energy Exploration has illegally used public lands for fracking operations will be postponed until November 4, 2019. The Allegheny County Orphans Court proceeding is being held because Protect Elizabeth Township, …
Welcome Our New Direct Support Fund Committee Members!
Mountain Watershed Association is celebrating the 5 year anniversary of our Direct Support Fund, with big changes in the works! Since 2014, Mountain Watershed Association has been distributing small grants via our Direct Support Fund to support grassroots groups organizing …
Court to Decide If Fracked Gas Water Withdrawal Can Be Built In Public Park
On September 18, 2019, a hearing will be held at the Allegheny County Orphans Court to determine whether a portion of Blythedale Park in Elizabeth Township can be used for private use as a water withdrawal pump station. The proposed …
2019 Summer Newsletter
The 2019 Summer edition of MWA Territory Newsletter has been released. Stories of the Gorge Celebration, a list of upcoming events, as well as staff updates can all be found in this publication. Take a look using the button below. …
Yet Another Hazardous Spill into the Yough
UPDATE: The DEP has released an estimate of 1,500 gallons of the 4,650 gallons carried by the truck have leaked from the truck. DEP also stated that the truck was carrying wastewater which included stormwater mixed with some residual oil and gas contaminants …
A Celebration in the Gorge
More than 70 trail lovers attended the August 7 ribbon-cutting ceremony for the completion of the Gorge section of the Indian Creek Valley Trail in Mill Run, Pennsylvania. The Indian Creek Valley Trail stretches from State Route 31 in Jones …
More Drilling May Jeopardize Drinking Water for 130,000
Since 2011, 52 wells have been drilled by CNX Resources Corporation, CONSOL’s gas division, within the immediate vicinity to Beaver Run Reservoir, the drinking water source for 130,000 people throughout northern Westmoreland County and small portions of neighboring Armstrong and …
Ohiopyle-Laurel Highlands Maps For Your Next Adventure
Purple Lizard Maps, an independent cartographic design firm out of Central Pennsylvania, has created an amazing map of Ohiopyle and the Laurel Highlands. It has everything that you’ll need for your next adventure! The team from Purple Lizard Maps uses …