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‘About time’: Pirates fans react to Derek Shelton firing
When Jim Emmerling found out the Pittsburgh Pirates fired manager Derek Shelton on Thursday, he was elated. “I’ve been asking for this,” he said. “The last six years have been the worst baseball I can remember.” Shelton was replaced by bench coach Don Kelly as the team languishes in last...
Vincent Trometter: Trump needs Nippon Steel to win agenda
Vital toward reindustrializing the country, where our factory towns are revitalized, our ports are making new ships and the skylines of our cities grow higher, President Trump is seeking to correct President Joe Biden’s ill-sighted decision to block Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel. The idea has been in the...
Weekend closure set on stretch of Allegheny River Boulevard from Penn Hills to Pittsburgh
PennDOT will conduct around-the-clock seal coating and pavement marking operations this weekend, May 10-11, on Allegheny River Boulevard, weather permitting. Allegheny River Boulevard will close to traffic from 7 a.m. Saturday through 6 p.m. Sunday between Sandy Creek Road and Washington Boulevard. Traffic will be detoured. The posted detour east...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 9-11
Want to do something more special for Mom this Mother’s Day weekend than just buying some flowers and a card? How about taking her to one (or more) of the great events happening around town? Here’s some inspiration. Contemporary Craft Community Day Time to get hands-on at Contemporary Craft in...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: May 9-11
Whether you’re looking to spend some extra time with Mom this Mother’s Day weekend or get a break from the family, here are a few ideas to get you started in Westmore- land County. Art on Tap: Starry Nights Belatedly celebrating May the Fourth, this edition of Art on Tap...
Cynthia Kirsch and Dana Siler: Citizens, stand up for climate action
On April 29, an unprecedented storm with hurricane force winds tore through southwestern Pennsylvania, with many areas in Pittsburgh hit particularly hard. At its peak, 40% of Duquesne Light customers were without electricity. Three people died as a result of the storm. Hundreds of trees, many stately old shade trees...
Gallery: Photos from May 7, 2025
Embark on a visual journey around the Western Pennsylvania region with TribLive’s latest collection of captivating images for Thursday, May 8, 2025. From the rustic landscapes of Western Pa. to diverse corners of the globe, experience the shared moments of humanity....
In brief: Disney concert, Gardenfest and more in Aspinwall area
Student orchestra to perform Disney concert The Cooper-Siegel Community Library is hosting the Fox Chapel Area High School orchestra for a Disney Pop-Up Concert from 11 a.m. to noon May 10 at the library, 403 Fox Chapel Road. The concert is suitable for all ages, and children are encouraged to...
Westmoreland happenings: Bird walk, turkey dinner, gospel concert, more
Fundraisers • Westmoreland Historical Society will host an antiques and collectibles market May 11 at Historic Hanna’s Town, 809 Forbes Trail Road, Hempfield. Some vendors will be set up and selling May 10, and the remainder will be open from 7:30 a.m. until early afternoon May 11. Admission: $5 per...
Letter to the editor: Quaker Valley School District tax increase raises concerns
I am writing to express serious concern over the Quaker Valley School Board’s unanimous 8-0 vote approving a 3.9% real estate tax increase for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. Since 2018-2019, district enrollment has declined by approximately 6%, yet staffing, particularly non-teaching support staff, has grown significantly. The number of support...
In brief: Sewickley Music Club, veterans lunch and more in Sewickley
Sewickley Music Club On May 13 at noon, Sewickley Music Club members will hold their annual meeting and spring luncheon at Montour Heights Country Club. The musical entertainment will include The Concord Jazz Quartet featuring Jeff Grubbs (bass), Eric Susoeff (guitar), Andy Reamer (vibraphone), and Thomas Wendt (drums). An aspect...
Letter to the editor: Venditti for Franklin Regional School Board
I’m writing to express my strong support for my longtime friend, Shannon Venditti, in her candidacy for the Franklin Regional School Board. Having known Shannon for many years, I can confidently say she embodies the values, energy and commitment our district needs. As a devoted mother of four school-aged children,...
Western Pa. Catholics anticipate papal conclave to usher in new era
The late Pope Francis opened the way for women in the Roman Catholic Church to serve as readers and altar servers, and to assist priests during services or in administering Communion. But the church continues to bar women from the roles of deacon or priest, and debate over that issue...
Editorial: Westmoreland County crisis teams address critical need
There might be no single issue in the United States that affects more areas than mental health problems. They can be caused by physical health issues, such as chronic pain or a dire diagnosis. But they also can exacerbate those issues as depression or anxiety can delay treatment or interfere...
The Stroller, May 8, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Letter to the editor: Message to Reschenthaler
Congressman Reschenthaler, Let’s address the substance, or lack thereof, in your canned replies. The constant finger-pointing at the previous administration is not only tired — it’s cowardly. The Trump administration was handed a stable economy, and in record time launched a reckless trade war that’s vaporized trillions in U.S. wealth....
High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 7, 2025
High schools Baseball Wednesday’s results Class 5A Section 1 Kiski Area 11, Penn Hills 1 Kiski Area 11, Penn Hills 1 Penn-Trafford 5, Franklin Regional 3 Section 2 Upper St. Clair 4, Chartiers Valley 1 Upper St. Clair 7, Chartiers Valley 2 Peters Township 11, South Fayette 8 Trinity at...
Pirates farm report for May 7, 2025: Bubba Chandler gives up 3-run homer in Indy loss
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 17-16) lost 4-3 to Columbus (Guardians). RHP Bubba Chandler (2-1, 2.25) started and went 2⅔ innings, allowed three runs on five hits, including a three-run home run. He walked four and fanned five to take the loss. RHP Hunter Stratton (4.97) and LHP Randy Labaut (5.06) each struck...
High school roundup for May 7, 2025: Pine-Richland snags share of section title
Jon Edgerly and Logan Plummer each singled and doubled as Pine-Richland pounded out 12 hits in a 12-2 Section 3-5A baseball victory over New Castle on Wednesday. The result, coupled with Mars’ walk-off upset win over Shaler, gave the Rams a share of the section title with the Titans. Sam...
3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold reveals Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold announced he was diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney cancer in a video posted on the band’s social media accounts on Wednesday. “Hey, everybody, it’s Brad from 3 Doors Down. I hope you’re having a great day today,” the “Kryptonite” singer said in the video....
Democrats send ‘dead-on-arrival’ marijuana legalization bill to Pa. Senate
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania House took a major step toward legalizing recreational cannabis Wednesday, passing a bill along party lines that would permit the sale...
Ex-Hillandale Farms executive sentenced for embezzling $6.8M
A Canonsburg man who embezzled nearly $7 million from Hempfield-based Hillandale Farms over more than 13 years is going to federal prison. Jonathan Weston, 60, was ordered to serve 27 months incarceration when he was sentenced Wednesday before U.S. District Judge W. Scott Hardy. Weston was indicted May 26, 2021,...
How Penn State trustees’ plan to vote on campus closures could run afoul of transparency law
This story was produced by the State College regional bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom dedicated to investigative and public-service journalism for Pennsylvania. Sign up for Talk of the Town, a weekly newsletter of local stories that dig deep, events, and more from north-central PA, at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/talkofthetown. The...
Barbie doll prices spike as Trump tariffs loom
With President Donald Trump warning that his tariff policy may cause the price of toys to spike, a Barbie with swimsuit accessories that cost $10.49 on April 16 is now selling at Target for $14.99 — marking a 43% increase. While it’s not clear if the higher price is directly...
Grandmother and boyfriend sentenced in Penn Hills infant’s fentanyl death
A grandmother and her boyfriend who both used fentanyl-laced heroin around her 7-month-old grandchild while they were babysitting — leading to the child’s death from fentanyl poisoning — were sentenced on Wednesday in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court. Barbara Ann Dunlap-Toombs, 68, of Larimer, will serve one to two years...
