Hempfield School Director Formally Resigns

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The Hempfield Area School Board Monday accepted the resignation of director Tim Miller. There was an immediate attempt to fill the seat with lame duck director Jeff Weber, who leaves office at the end of the year after losing bids in the spring for the Republican and Democratic nominations.

Miller announced Friday he was quitting his position after serving two years of a four-year term. The board has 30 days to choose a successor.

Director Will Shay recommended Weber fill Miller's seat.

"Could I resign my position? Weber asked solicitor Dennis Slyman.

"I do not know of any prohibitions," Slyman said.

Director Robert McDonald said a similar …