Posts by Ashley Funk
The Ongoing Battle To Keep Toxic Fracking Wastewater Out Of Our Communities
In Coudersport, Pennsylvania, Seneca Nation has been rallying to protect the headwaters of the Allegheny River – known to the Senecas as the Ohi:yo’ to mean “beautiful waters”. Since June 2017,…
Read MoreRecap of Recent Rustic Ridge Community Meeting
On Thursday, March 1st, Mountain Watershed Association and Concerned Citizens hosted a community meeting to discuss the outcome of our legal appeal of LCT Energy’s Rustic Ridge Deep Mine permit.…
Read MoreThere’s a Dinosaur in Donegal
Within view of the entrance of LCT Energy’s Rustic Ridge Deep Mine in Donegal and Saltlick Townships, passersby now see a brightly colored stegosaurus veering out of the treeline. With…
Read MoreEconomic Impacts of the Rustic Ridge Deep Mine
Looking to get away from the city of Greensburg, Jennifer Bertha and her family have had their hopes set on moving to a quiet mountain town. When they found a…
Read MoreDirect Support Funds Available For Shale Gas Advocacy
Since August 2014, Mountain Watershed Association, home of the Youghiogheny Riverkeeper, has been working to fund grassroots efforts throughout communities impacted by Marcellus shale gas development. Made possible by several…
Read MoreElizabeth Township Commissioners Vote to Deny Invenergy’s Rezoning Application
In an unexpected and commendable move during their meeting this past Monday, the Elizabeth Township Board of Commissioners voted 4-3 to deny Invenergy’s rezoning proposal. The proposal was needed in…
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