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Letter to the editor: Let’s blame Harry Truman
It seems fashionable to blame a former president for this country’s current woes, so I blame Harry Truman. “Truman?” you might say, but let me defend my position for a moment. If not for Truman, we might not have nuclear threats. When he gave the go-ahead to bomb Japan (twice!),...
Letter to the editor: Biblical reason to keep the Herbst House
There are at least three good reasons for the Divine Redeemer Parish to withdraw its application for a demolition permit for the Herbst House. Historically, the house has stood for 140 years and was home to a Catholic school and later a convent. Architecturally, the house represents the Charles Adams...
Editorial: Steelers training camp gets back to basics
The relationship between a sports franchise and its fans can be a cynical thing. It can seem purely commercial if not downright transactional. The teams play in massive venues often paid for with public funds. The players pick up staggering paychecks that are nothing in comparison to the ownership’s take....
Letter to the editor: Preserve the Herbst House
Sewickley Valley Historical Society respectfully requests that the Divine Redeemer Parish of Sewickley preserve the Herbst House located on the Broad Street frontage of the Saint James Church campus through adaptive reuse and restoration. One of the things that distinguishes Sewickley as special is its unique “sense of place.” This...
North Hills School District preps for new school year
For parents and students in the North Hills School District, the clock on summer vacation officially is ticking. The first day of school for students in grades 1-12 in the district is Aug. 24. Kindergartners will have orientation on either Aug. 24 or 25, and their first full day of...
The Stroller, July 27, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15068. Please include a daytime telephone number. Location changed for benefit bike run A bike run to benefit the...
Letter to the editor: We need bold action on gun violence
A few years ago, my dear friend was shot and killed. I still feel the pain of that loss as gun violence ravages our communities. This ongoing carnage has raised concerns at community action group Voice of Westmoreland. We cannot stand by while our loved ones are gunned down in...
Letter to the editor: Government should be downsized
In response to George O. Curry’s letter “Trump won’t make America great again” (July 12, TribLIVE). Mr. Curry, the real joke is that somebody wants to pin the rampant inflation our people are experiencing on President Donald Trump. President Joe Biden, through executive order, restricted nearly every aspect of the...
Report: Trump effort to create fake electors enlisted Mastriano
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department is using a grand jury in Washington to investigate efforts by former President Donald Trump and his inner circle to create false electors and pressure former Vice President Mike Pence to overturn the 2020 election, according to a person familiar with the matter. Marc Short,...
Fox Chapel Area High School hosts Aug. 11 blood drive
Fox Chapel Area High School is hosting a summer community blood drive Aug. 11 at the Vitalant Harmar/Fox Chapel Donor Center from 1-6:30 p.m. People 16 and older are encouraged to donate blood. Vitalant once again is offering scholarships to area high school students. To qualify, Fox Chapel Area High...
Remember When: Braeburn Alloy Steel launched 125-year-old community, which once had its own school, post office, beach
With the recent sale of Braeburn Alloy Steel to G.O. Carlson Inc. of Oil City, it’s a good time to take a look at the history of the 125-year-old company and community along the Allegheny River. Braeburn is part of Lower Burrell. On July 14, the small community turned 125...
Pirates farm report for July 26, 2022: Jack Suwinski belts grand slam in Indy win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 44-47) got past Toledo (Tigers), 5-4. CF Jack Suwinski (.190) went 1 for 4 with a first-inning grand slam, his third Triple-A homer of the year. RHP Roansy Contreras (2.82) started and went two innings, allowing one hit, a solo home run, and striking out two. LHP Cam...
Pa. Senate candidate Mehmet Oz indicates he’d vote yes on same-sex marriage bill
Republican Senate candidate Mehmet Oz said Tuesday he supports the right to same-sex marriage, making the statement as the Senate considers a vote that could codify that right into law. Several GOP lawmakers have stated support for “The Respect for Marriage Act” would codify at the federal level same-sex marriage...
On the Fringe: Disruption now the norm until end of PGA Tour seasonVideo
It already has been a good week for Jason Day and Rickie Fowler before they even hit a shot at the Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit. Both were outside the top 125 in the FedEx Cup standings with only two tournaments left in the PGA Tour’s regular season, leaving them...
Glassport church, food bank volunteer pleads guilty to corruption of minors
The young woman stood before the court and described abuse she had endured from the age of 6 at the hands of a youth pastor and food bank volunteer. Identified as Jane Doe in court, the 20-year-old told the judge that Dominic Muscante used his position as a volunteer at...
Buccaneers reach agreement with Julio Jones, Chris Godwin cleared to begin training camp
TAMPA, Fla. — Tom Brady is getting another big target to make another run at the Super Bowl. The Buccaneers are signing former Falcons and Titans receiver Julio Jones to a one-year contract, the Tampa Bay Times confirmed. Jones, 33, was traded from the Falcons to the Titans last season...
Seahawks RB Chris Carson retiring at age 27 because of neck injuryVideo
SEATTLE — Seahawks running back Chris Carson is retiring at the age of 27 due to a neck injury, according to multiple reports. With the Seahawks reporting to training camp Tuesday, the team reportedly has given Carson a failed physical designation and will officially release him. The NFL Network reported...
Harrison irons out details of Michael Klein’s retirement, part-time rehiring until new police chief is found
Harrison has a game plan for the final portion of police Chief Michael Klein’s tenure. The township commissioners voted 4-1 Monday night to accept the longtime chief’s retirement, effective Oct. 28. However, he then will be brought back Oct. 31 on a part-time basis as superintendent of police and will...
‘Leave It to Beaver’ star Tony Dow in hospice care, his wife and son say
“Leave It to Beaver” star Tony Dow is not dead, according to his family members. Dow’s death was widely reported Tuesday morning, including in the L.A. Times, until his wife and son told CBS and Fox, respectively, that Dow was still alive. Both said that the famed actor was in...
Week in pictures: July 18-24
A selection of the most compelling images from Tribune-Review photographers from around the region during the week of July 18-24....
Steelers arrive at Saint Vincent College for training camp
After two years away, members of the Pittsburgh Steelers returned to the Saint Vincent College campus Tuesday afternoon, set to begin four weeks of training camp workouts. Secluded on the scenic campus in Westmoreland County, the Steelers will hold 18 practice sessions that will be open to fans starting at...
West Deer man gets federal prison for robbing bank, Family Dollar store
A West Deer man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for robbing a Family Dollar store and a Butler County bank last summer. Matthew Milliron, 40, pleaded guilty to two related counts in March. He was sentenced Monday by Senior U.S. District Judge Arthur J. Schwab. Prosecutors...
Steelers sign Jeremy McNichols to add depth at running back
As Pittsburgh Steelers players began descending upon Saint Vincent College for the start of training camp Tuesday morning, the team announced the signing of running back Jeremy McNichols to a one-year contract. McNichols (5-foot-9, 205 pounds) played for the Titans the past two seasons and spent 2018 with the Colts....
The Shins’ mastermind James Mercer, 51, reflects on his band’s 2001 debut album: ‘I get the chills’
You can take the young American out of England. But, even after four decades, you can’t take England out of the now not-so-young American. That is very specifically the case for James Mercer, the mastermind and sole original member of indie-rock favorite The Shins. He is now leading the latest...
Letter to the editor: Could gas station owners drop prices?
I could not help but notice the gas price difference recently between Sam’s Club and all other stations along Route 30 from Jeannette through Latrobe. For the past few weeks, Sam’s was selling gas for $4.45 to $4.55 while everyone else was at $4.75 to $4.89. I am the last...
