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Women’s Business Network announces meetings
Women’s Business Network is an award-winning business association that supports growth of women in business. WBN provides members with the tools to be successful, including networking, mastermind groups, and ongoing professional education, while expanding her circle of influence in the marketplace. All professional women are welcome to visit at no...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 6, 2022
High schools Baseball Friday’s results Class 2A Section 3 Jeannette at Northgate, ppd. Nonsection Ambridge at Eden Christian, ppd. Belle Vernon at Charleroi, ppd. Brashear at South Side, ppd. Carlynton at Bishop Canevin, ppd. Cornell at Aliquippa, ppd. Frazier at Avella, ppd. Gateway at Penn Hills, ppd. McKeesport at Woodland...
Pirates farm report for May 6, 2022: Omar Cruz has strong start in Altoona win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 13-12) and Louisville (Reds) were rained out. Thursday’s game, which was suspended with the score tied 5-5 in the ninth inning, will be completed at 5:30 p.m. Saturday before the teams play a regular nine-inning game at 6:35 p.m. Friday’s game will be made up as part of...
Trump fans flock to Westmoreland Fairgrounds to see former president, hear more about why to vote for Dr. Oz
Thousands of ardent Donald Trump supporters braved the rain and mud Friday for their chance to see the former president, who was returning to Westmoreland County to promote his endorsement of Republican senatorial candidate Dr. Mehmet Oz. The rally, which officially was to start at 8 p.m., transformed the Westmoreland...
Gary Franks: Spending $33 billion on Ukraine is equal to eliminating 4 government agencies
The United States has sent $3.7 billion of military support to Ukraine thus far. Now we want to give ten times that amount should Congress agree to President Joe Biden’s latest proposal. Why such a huge increase? Is there a specific goal — other than “whatever (Ukrainian President Volodymyr) Zelenskyy...
How Netflix’s stumbles are causing rivals to rethink the streaming business
The recent revelation that streaming behemoth Netflix lost subscribers for the first time in more than 10 years stunned Wall Street, spurring a massive sell-off of the company’s stock. Inflation, subscription price increases, more competition, password sharing and the war in Ukraine were factors in the surprise announcement in the...
Letter to the editor: What’s a Trump endorsement worth?
Why would any politician in their right mind want an endorsement from Donald Trump, and why would any voter in their right mind vote for them? I think Trump should be in prison for trying to overthrow the government, for inciting an insurrection and for treason. A true Christian would...
Op-ed: What does our cultural landscape say about us?
At first glance, a single building within a community may suggest a random or isolated structure, but under broader scrutiny, a more robust story can emerge, revealing layers of history far beyond what the initial glance suggested. At the intersection of Beaver Road and Village Drive is an important fact,...
Letter to the editor: Zama for governor
Dr. Nche Zama is the epitome of the American dream. As a young teenager, he legally migrated to America to attend college with $20 in his pocket. Through hard work, perseverance and the help of many guardian angels, Zama became a recognized heart and lung surgeon. Now retired, Zama is...
Steady rain to continue in Western Pa., flooding possible
Nearly 2 inches of rain have soaked several parts of Western Pennsylvania, with more on the way into Saturday, according to weather forecasters. Flooding, landslides and other weather-related issues popped up across the region as rain saturated the ground and stormwater began seeking a downhill path via streets and yards....
Student at Goldfish Swim School – Wexford wins international contest
At the start of the year, Goldfish Swim School teamed up with Big Life Journal to provide tools and resources to help make dreams come true in 2022. Families were encouraged to pick up vision board templates at their local Goldfish Swim School or visit the ‘Goldfish Dream Big Vision...
The Stroller, May 6, 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. Please include a daytime telephone number. Children welcome at free fishing derby Concordia Lutheran Ministries in Jefferson will have its free Fishing Derby for kids 14 and...
Letter to the editor: Let’s not blow county covid funding on poor choices
Apparently there is half of $105 million of federal covid relief fund money languishing in a bank somewhere right now with Westmoreland County’s name on it (“Westmoreland’s plan for $105 million in covid relief funds remains elusive”). Your county commissioners want to know how they should spend it. But not...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 5, 2022
High schools Baseball Thursday’s results Class 5A Section 2 Hampton 2, Plum 1 Section 4 Bethel Park 10, Thomas Jefferson 9 Class 4A Section 3 Belle Vernon 6, Greensburg Salem 2 Class 3A Section 1 Shenango 6, Ellwood City 3 Section 2 Keystone Oaks at South Park, ppd. Section 4...
Pirates farm report for May 5, 2022: Henry Davis homers again for Greensboro
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 13-12) was suspended due to weather against Louisville (Reds). The game was tied 5-5 in the ninth with the Indians up to bat in the bottom of the inning. The game will be completed at 5:30 p.m. Friday before the regularly scheduled game. Next: Friday at Louisville (Reds),...
High school roundup for May 5, 2022: Mt. Lebanon softball wins section title with comeback win
Brooke Boehmer hit the game-tying three-run homer and Mary Langston followed with the game-winning RBI double as Mt. Lebanon scored four runs in the top of the seventh to beat Canon-McMillan, 9-8, and clinch the Section 1-6A softball title outright Thursday. It’s the first section crown for Mt. Lebanon since...
FDA limits use of Johnson & Johnson covid vaccine over blood clot risks, agency says
The use of Johnson and Johnson’s covid-19 vaccine, also known as Janssen, has been limited to “certain individuals” over rare blood clot risks, the Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday. It’s now limited to those 18 and older “for whom other authorized or approved covid-19 vaccines are not accessible or...
Highlands baseball hitting stride as playoffs approach
Coming off last year’s success, a three-game section losing streak in April isn’t the way Highlands wanted to start its baseball season. But the Golden Rams appear to be hitting their stride at just the right time. Highlands (11-5, 6-4) has won five in a row and eight of its...
Laurels & lances: Plans and promises
Laurel: To a vision to move forward. Since October 2018, the corner of Wilkins and Shady avenues in Squirrel Hill has been more than just an intersection. The building has been more than a gathering place. It has been a crime scene, a battleground and a memorial to the 11...
Former South Hills pharmacist gets 1 year in federal prison for fraud, drug charges
A former South Hills pharmacist who struggled with opioid addiction for decades will serve one year in federal prison after pleading guilty last year to fraud and drug offenses. Timothy W. Forester, 46, of Venetia was sentenced Thursday by Senior U.S. District Judge David S. Cercone on counts including health...
Michael Torres: Pa.’s constitutional conundrum
Pennsylvania is experiencing a constitutional conundrum. State legislators, primarily Republicans, have proposed nearly 80 constitutional amendments in the last year, many on politically contentious issues ranging from abortion to voter identification. The allure of these amendments, which don’t need the governor’s signature, among Republicans is instigating growing distress among elected...
Pa. not short on proposed laws concerning abortion
HARRISBURG — At least 18 bills directly relating to abortion are pending in either the Pennsylvania House or Senate, including two proposed constitutional amendments that could strengthen potential bans. Most remain dormant in committee since being introduced in the 2021-22 legislative session, however, the outcome of the Mississippi abortion case...
Plum church continues 60-year tradition with rummage sale
Plum Creek Presbyterian Church has been providing a rummage sale to the community for the past 60 years, and the tradition continues into 2022. Some changes are in store for the sale, which is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 13 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May...
Lemon Coral sedum celebrate the flowers
A funny thing happened on the way to May: I have what looks to be a million tiny yellow flowers. It happens every year for about four to six weeks, but no one talks about it. Some even look away. Lemon Coral sedum was the 2019 Proven Winners Annual of...
Peter Morici: The coming crisis in judicial appointments
The country is headed for a train wreck on judicial appointments. President Trump appointed 228 federal district and appellate judges and three Supreme Court justices, and with the help of the Federalist Society, pushed the judiciary harder to the right. Now, President Biden is taking the courts in the opposite...
