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ABORTION DECISION: The ruling, the reaction, the future
On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court ended constitutional protections for abortion. The 6-3 ruling puts the issue back in the hands of states for the first time in nearly 50 years. The court’s conservative majority overturned the 1973 case of Roe v. Wade and 1992’s Planned Parenthood v. Casey. The...
Gabriela Suarez: Kids’ neighborhoods can affect their developing brains, study says
Children growing up in more disadvantaged neighborhoods — meaning those with poor housing quality, more poverty, and lower levels of employment and education — show observable increases in brain activity when viewing emotional faces on a screen, according to our team’s new study. But importantly, we found that this association...
West Leechburg to see tax increase under new school district budget
A portion of the Leechburg Area School District will see a real estate tax increase for the next school year. School directors adopted a $15.5 million budget that will hike real estate taxes in West Leechburg by 6.85 mills — an almost 6% increase. Real estate taxes will remain the...
Sewickley area student news for the week of June 24, 2022
The following students were named to the Dean’s List at Ohio University for the spring 2022 semester: Andy Chrvala, Alexa Otto, Michael Mucha, Jamma Downey and Camden Kiggins. Margaret Gerlach, daughter of Gregory and Karen Gerlach of Sewickley, received a bachelor of arts in educational studies and French & Francophone...
Letter to the editor: Juneteenth explained
There seems to be confusion about the significance of the Juneteenth holiday. Allow me to explain. On July 4, we celebrate Americans not having to pay taxes to England. On June 19, we celebrate that Americans are no longer bought, sold and owned by the people who didn’t want to...
Letter to the editor: Mastriano’s dangerous plans
In his letter “Hit piece on Mastriano yellow journalism” (June 15, TribLIVE), Joe Schmidt said Doug Mastriano, the state’s Republican candidate for governor, is being unfairly attacked by the media because he’s a Christian nationalist. Christian nationalists interviewed in an article that appeared in the Penn Capital Star on May...
The Stroller, June 24, 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. Free concert planned at Concordia Lutheran Ministries Concordia at Cabot Haven Apartments...
Letter to the editor: Media biased against Mastriano
I concur with Joe Schmidt’s excellent letter accusing the Tribune-Review and Associated Press of unprofessional attacks on Sen. Doug (“Hit piece on Mastriano yellow journalism,” June 15, TribLIVE). I cannot understand why anyone in the media, especially a Western Pennsylvania newspaper, would not only be shocked, but legitimately impressed by...
Ohio wins Penn-Ohio Stateline Classic on TD in final minute
Youngstown State recruit Beau Brungard of Springfield threw his fourth touchdown pass of the game with 22 seconds left to lead Ohio to a 35-28 victory over Pennsylvania in the 43rd annual Penn-Ohio Stateline Classic high school football all-star game at Geneva College on Thursday night. Brungard was 17 for...
Anthology of McCandless hosts cornhole tournament to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Association
Anthology of McCandless senior living community hosted a cornhole tournament June 21 to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association. Twenty-four teams competed and raised more than $1,200 for Alzheimer’s research. June 21 is the day of the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, and each year the Alzheimer’s...
Leadership changes announced for Mighty Penguins
The president of Mighty Penguins Sled Hockey Inc. is stepping down after serving in the position for six years. Joe McCormick will assume the role of treasurer, replacing Erica Burg, who has been treasurer for five years. Mark McCoy, who has served in several roles since the organization’s inception in...
In brief: news from Aspinwall, Harmar
Aspinwall Movies in the Park Aspinwall Police Department is presenting its Movies in the Park series. The July and August movies will be shown at Ben Killian Field at 8:30 p.m. The September and October movies will be shown at Aspinwall Fireman’s Park at 8 p.m. “Space Jam A New...
Pirates farm report for June 23, 2022: Yoshi Tsutsugo goes 3 for 3 on rehab stint with Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 34-33) gave up a run in the eighth to lose to Memphis (Cardinals), 4-3. 1B Yoshi Tsutsugo (back), on a rehab assignment, went 3 for 3 with a walk. SS Kevin Newman (groin) went 1 for 4. RF Ben Gamel (hamstring) went 0 for 3 with two strikeouts....
Pittsburgh argues against release of documents in Fern Hollow Bridge collapse civil case
The City of Pittsburgh is fighting a request by attorneys representing people injured in the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse to turn over inspection reports, maintenance and payment records. Attorneys for Port Authority bus driver Daryl Luciani, who was driving across the bridge when it collapsed Jan. 28, filed a motion...
Laurels & lances: Storms, gas and taxes
Laurel: To fast action. The June weather has been wild, with both bouts of high temperatures and strong storms. On Wednesday, a powerful thunderstorm came through Southwestern Pennsylvania, leaving its mark on area communities. West Penn Power reported about 12,500 customers without electricity throughout the region early Thursday. Duquesne Light...
Westmoreland sheriff’s department struggles with staffing shortage
Westmoreland County Sheriff James Albert said his department remains substantially understaffed even after 11 deputies were sworn into duty this week. The department remains about 10 staffers short of a full roster of 78 deputies. “We do all the duties we are required to do, but it’s a constant struggle,”...
Deer Lakes School District holds the line on real estate taxes for 2022-23 school year
There will be no increase in real estate taxes in the Deer Lakes School District for the coming academic year. The school board gave final approval Tuesday night to a $41.2 million budget that will hold the line on the real estate tax rate at 22.69 mills. The budget for...
Residents continue cleanup after storms; some still without power
At 95, Gerry Mohney of Lower Burrell does just fine living by herself. But the spry woman needed a little help Wednesday evening when a powerful storm blew down trees that blocked the front and back doors of her Russell Drive home. The storm knocked out her telephone service, so...
Man gets 22 years in prison for fatal shooting after 2019 Pittsburgh fireworks
A North Side man who unintentionally shot and killed his stepbrother following a fight after the July 4, 2019, fireworks in Pittsburgh will serve at least 22 years in prison. Camerin Caldwell, 21, pleaded guilty in March to third-degree murder; aggravated assault and firearms counts before Allegheny County Common Pleas...
Children under 5 begin receiving covid-19 vaccines in Western Pa.
Children younger than 5 are beginning to receive covid-19 vaccinations in Western Pennsylvania, offering a long-awaited shot of relief for some parents while others say it’s too soon for them to know whether it’s safe for their kids to get vaccinated. While shots have been widely available for older patients,...
New director of special education joins Plum
Plum Borough School District announces the appointment of Amy Baumgart-Eiben to the position of Director of Special Education and Student Services. Baumgart-Eiben comes to Plum with many years of experience in both urban and suburban settings. Most recently, she held the position of executive director for special education in Pittsburgh...
A history of the Tom Henry Chevrolet dealership in Bakerstown, from 1958 to the present
Each month, the Richland History Group highlights notable aspects of the area’s past. So often, we pass by the buildings and storefronts of our community without even realizing the history within their walls. Many of the places we pass on a daily basis are home to the stories of our...
Shady Side Academy presents free outdoor concert on July 15
The Hillman Center for Performing Arts at Shady Side Academy will present a free, family-friendly outdoor concert with Latin American children’s musician Sonia De Los Santos on July 15, 2022, at 2 p.m. under the tent on the Mary Hillman Jennings Plaza. The show is open to the community, and...
Plum, Oakmont happenings for June 23, 2022
Holiday Park VFD sets golf fundraiser Holiday Park Volunteer Fire Department’s second annual Golf Classic is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 16 at Meadowink Golf Course in Murrysville. Cost is $125 for single person entry and $450 per foursome if signed as a group. The event is...
Happenings in Hampton and nearby, June 23, 2022
Calvary Church plans fireworks display Calvary Baptist Church, 4765 S. Pioneer Road, Hampton, plans its annual fireworks show at dusk on July 3. Everyone is invited to the show and to the church’s services that day, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. The church’s annual revival with Dr. Dennis Corle...
