Shale Gas
24 million gallons withdrawn from Yough for fracking in Elizabeth Twp
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…
Read MoreHuntley & Huntley Allowed to Postpone Public Hearing on Fracking Infrastructure in Public Park
Next weekā€™s hearing to determine whether Huntley & Huntley Energy Exploration has illegally used public lands for fracking operations will be postponed until November 4, 2019.Ā Ā Ā The Allegheny County…
Read MoreWelcome 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…
Read MoreCourt 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…
Read More2019 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…
Read MoreYet Another Hazardous Spill into the Yough
UPDATE: The DEP has released an estimate ofĀ 1,500 gallons of the 4,650Ā gallons carried by the truck have leaked from the truck. DEP also stated that the truck was carryingĀ wastewater which…
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