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Police: Man injured during shooting in Stowe
One person was injured during a shooting in Stowe Saturday night, police said. Allegheny County dispatchers were notified of a shooting in the 800 block of Woodward Avenue around 8:20 p.m. On scene, first responders found a man with a gunshot wound to the leg, according to a release from...
Police: Man dead after shooting in Beltzhoover
One person died after a shooting in Pittsburgh’s Beltzhoover neighborhood Saturday night, police said. Police responded around 11:45 p.m. to a ShotSpotter notification, followed by a 911 call, for a vehicle into a house in the 800 block of Bernd Street. First responders found a man in the vehicle with...
Jeannette Salvation Army hosts Back-to-School BashVideo
Lola Barton is grateful the Jeannette Salvation Army offers a Back-to-School Bash where families can come and collect items necessary for their children to start the school year. “It’s great because there are so many kids that need stuff and they don’t have it,” said Barton, of Jeannette. “And to...
Officials: Man surrenders to Pittsburgh police after barricading himself inside East Allegheny home
A man who barricaded himself inside a home in Pittsburgh’s East Allegheny neighborhood surrendered to police early Saturday morning. Officers responded to reports of a domestic incident inside a home on the 400 block of Suismon Street shortly after midnight, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety Spokeswoman Cara Cruz. A woman...
Police: Motorcycle driver in critical condition after crash in Pittsburgh’s Lincoln Place
The driver of a motorcycle was in critical condition after it collided with a vehicle in Pittsburgh’s Lincoln Place neighborhood Saturday morning. Crews responded to the intersection of Mifflin and Mooney roads shortly before 10 a.m. for reports of the crash, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety spokeswoman Cara Cruz. Crews...
No injuries reported in Latrobe industry fire that prompted hazmat responseVideo
Employees were evacuated from Carpenter Technology early Saturday morning after a fire broke out in a lab within the Latrobe facility, according to Latrobe fire Chief John Brasile. No injuries were reported during the incident. Firefighters and hazmat teams responded to 2626 Ligonier St. shortly before 9:30 a.m. for reports...
Police: Man injured after shooting in Braddock
One person was injured after a shooting in Braddock on Friday night, police said. Allegheny County dispatchers were notified of a shots fired call in the 500 block of Talbot Avenue around 11:40 p.m. First responders found evidence of a shooting on scene. According to a news release, a 21-year-old...
Greensburg woman facing charges after police say she assaulted man, stole his dog
A Greensburg woman is accused of assaulting a man and stealing his red nose pit bull during an altercation in the city last week. Cynthia Marie Finch, 29, is facing several charges after witnesses told police she jumped out of a red SUV, pushed a man to the ground and...
Greensburg Hose Company No. 1 hosting car and bike cruise
Members of the Greensburg Hose Company No. 1 are hoping to show off their classic cars while raising money for the station. Scheduled for Aug. 15, it will be the first first car and bike cruise hosted by members of the McLaughlin Drive station. In addition to the show, the event...
Greensburg, city police reach new labor deal
New officers joining Greensburg’s police force no longer will undergo a two-tiered salary structure under terms of a new contract approved by council. The contract between the city and the Fraternal Order of Police General Greene Lodge No. 56 removes the salary structure, which reduced the pay of officers hired...
Powerball adds 3rd weekly drawing
Jackpots that have put millions of dollars into the pockets of Pennsylvanians could be on the rise soon after Powerball officials announced a third drawing per week in 48 states. Beginning Aug. 23, Powerball drawings across the country will be held on Mondays in addition to Wednesdays and Saturdays. Players...
Greensburg’s welcome event works to connect college students with local communityVideo
Students at three area colleges and universities will have the opportunity this fall to meet with Greensburg-based organizations and get a tour of the city during Greensburg’s first welcome event. Scheduled for Sept. 24, the event will bring students from Seton Hill University, the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg and...
Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh updates safety guidelines amid rise in covid cases
As the number of new covid-19 cases continue to rise across the region, the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh is updating safety guidelines for those attending Mass. In a news release posted Friday afternoon, Bishop David Zubik urged everyone to get vaccinated and to wear face masks when indoors with others....
Plans for Dollar General in Hempfield underwayVideo
Despite some back and forth between township supervisors, a proposed Dollar General store is one step closer to opening in North Hempfield. Supervisors during a meeting last week granted final conditional approval for proposed plans in a 3-2 vote. Supervisors Rob Ritson and John Silvis voted against the project. Proposed...
Penn Township library volunteer says ‘it’s a heck of a lot of fun’
Editor’s note: Neighbor Spotlight is a monthly feature that aims to let our readers learn more about the people in their communities who are working to make them a better place, who have interesting stories to tell or who the community feels deserve “15 minutes of fame.” If you would...
The Salvation Army’s ‘Stuff the Bus’ event aims to collect supplies for students in need
The Salvation Army is gearing up to host its “Stuff the Bus” event with area Walmart stores, an effort to collect new school supplies for the upcoming school year. From Friday through Sunday , collection bins will be set up at the front of participating Walmart stores where shoppers can...
New Stanton council holds off vote on 1 million-square-foot warehouse
Following a closed-door session, New Stanton council on Tuesday held off voting on preliminary plans for a warehouse of more than 1 million square feet proposed for Glenn Fox Road. Council members will revisit plans for the proposed distribution center and warehouse during their Sept. 7 meeting. “Considering all the...
GetGo proposed for former Family Video site in Greensburg
The former Family Video store in Greensburg could be home to a GetGo fuel station and convenience store if plans are approved. According to Jeff Raykes, city planning director, proposed plans would entail tearing down the structure at 531 S. Main St. and building the new gas station. “There’s no...
Man found shot to death inside vehicle in Homewood North
A man was found shot to death in Pittsburgh’s Homewood North neighborhood Monday night, according to Pittsburgh police. Officers responded to an alert for multiple rounds fired in the 7400 block of Monticello Street around 10:35 p.m. An officer found the man inside a vehicle with a gunshot wound. He...
Northbound lanes of Route 28 in O’Hara reopen after vehicle fire
A ramp leading to the Highland Park Bridge in O’Hara did not sustain any damage after a vehicle caught fire along Route 28 Monday night, officials said. Crews responded to the northbound lanes of Route 28 near the exit leading to the bridge around 8:30 p.m., according to a tweet...
Hempfield looking to update comprehensive plan to help with future growth, projects
Hempfield leaders are searching for a consultant to help them update a comprehensive plan. Township supervisors this week approved issuing a request for proposals for a consultant who will help guide work on the plan, which has not been updated for about 14 years. In all, the comprehensive plan will...
Hempfield hires a fire inspector
Sean Hearn is the new fire inspector for Hempfield . Hearn, whose salary will be $60,000, will be responsible for inspecting commercial properties to ensure there are no fire related issues. According to township manager Jason Winters, Hearn will also focus on fire prevention and inspections with township businesses in...
Allegheny County Police arrest suspect in fatal North Braddock shooting
A North Braddock man is accused of the fatal shooting of a Swissvale man in North Braddock early Thursday morning, Allegheny County Police said. The suspect, Robert Lawson-Johnson, is charged with homicide and firearms violations in the shooting death of Benjamin Dixon, 33, in the 1200 block of Rebecca Avenue...
Ohio man killed, driver injured in tractor-trailer crash on Pa. Turnpike near Donegal
A Columbus, Ohio, man was killed and another person was injured in a crash early Wednesday on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, according to state police. Crews were dispatched to the eastbound lanes at mile marker 91, about one mile east of the Donegal interchange at 3:55 a.m. Thursday for reports of...
Police: Man in critical condition, 2 others taken to hospital, after shooting in Pittsburgh’s Carrick neighborhood
A man is in critical condition, and two others were taken to the hospital, following a shooting in Pittsburgh’s Carrick neighborhood Wednesday night, police said. Pittsburgh police and EMS responded to the 1600 block of Brownsville Road around 11 p.m. where they found a man with multiple gunshot wounds, according...
