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Posts Tagged ‘rustic ridge’

Write a Comment to DEP! Proposed Rustic Ridge II coal mine wastewater permit threatens water supplies, ecosystems, and local headwaters

By Stacey Magda | June 18, 2026 | 0

The proposed Rustic Ridge II coal mine wastewater discharge permit threatens area private water supplies, ecosystem service, and another headwater. Submit comments to DEP to save the headwaters of Jacobs…

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Rustic Ridge 1 and Expansion Deep Mine:  Protect Your Property with Pre-Mining Surveys

By Stacey Magda | June 17, 2026 | 0

Recently, our team had the opportunity to review the most recent proposed 6-month mine maps associated with the Rustic Ridge 1 and Expansion Deep Mine. These files were obtained via…

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DEP Public Hearing: Rustic Ridge 2 Mine

By Colleen O'Neil | May 27, 2026

PA DEP is holding a public hearing regarding the discharge permit (NPDES) for the proposed Rustic Ridge 2 Deep Mine, a 2,300 acre development proposed in Donegal and Mount Pleasant…

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DEP renews controversial Rustic Ridge mine permits

By Colleen O'Neil | March 3, 2025 | 0

Despite strong opposition from residents and elected officials, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has renewed permits for the Rustic Ridge #1 Coal Mine, setting the stage for a…

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HeART of the Laurel Highlands: Private Piano Recital

By Colleen O'Neil | May 14, 2024 | 0

The HeART of the Laurel Highlands: Legal Defense Fundraiser Series  Join us to support our region’s transition from industry to clean water, fresh air, and healthy communities for future generations.…

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MWA files “Unsuitable for Mining” Petition to protect the Laurel Highlands

By Colleen O'Neil | January 22, 2024 | 0

MWA filed a petition with the DEP to request that they designate an area of the Laurel Highlands as “unsuitable for surface mining operations.”

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Curious how to say the name of the river? It's pronounced "yawk-a-gainey" or simply the "yawk." "Youghiogheny" is a Lenape word that means "water following in a contrary direction."

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