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The people who represent you in D.C. and Harrisburg are allowed to keep their calendars secret
This story originally appeared in Talk of the Town, a weekly newsletter of local stories that dig deep, events, and more from the Spotlight PA State College bureau. Sign up at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/talkofthetown. STATE COLLEGE — Since President Donald Trump’s inauguration, multiple protests have been held outside U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson’s...
Unlike all other Power 4 programs, Penn State has yet to seek out quarterbacks in the transfer portal
College football’s spring transfer portal opened this week, which means the latest edition of the quarterback carousel is underway for teams across the country. Former Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava is the biggest name in the portal this spring. Iamaleava, after helping the Vols earn a spot in the College Football...
Mack Trucks to lay off hundreds of workers at Pa. plant, with company blaming tariffs, other factors
Mack Trucks will lay off 250 to 350 workers at its Lehigh Valley Operations plant in Lower Macungie Township because of tariffs and other economic factors. A Mack spokesperson said heavy-duty truck orders “continue to be negatively affected by market uncertainty about freight rates and demand, possible regulatory changes, and...
Ruth Johnston: Assisted outpatient treatment can help people like Cody Balmers
His face breaks my heart, though I realize most people will not react that way to Cody Balmer’s mug shots and arrest footage. Cody attacked our state’s official residence, leaving charred furniture and forcing the governor’s family to flee in the night — on Pesach no less, forcing them to...
In brief: History Center program, summer camps and more in Sewickley area
History Center program Join the Sewickley Heights History Center at 7 p.m. April 23 to commemorate the birthday month of the renowned playwright William Shakespeare with a live performance by writer, actor and singer Yvonne Hudson as Mrs. Shakespeare. Hudson’s original performance piece, “Will’s First and Last Love,” takes patrons...
Carnegie Mellon’s ‘Titanic’ sets sail with alum guest director
The ocean liner RMS Titanic sank on April 15, 1912, killing more than 1,500 passengers on its maiden voyage from Ireland to New York. Looking back at the tragedy during this anniversary week, Carnegie Mellon University’s spring musical is the 1997 show “Titanic, The Musical,” which runs through April 23...
Macy’s at Pittsburgh Mills for sale
Macy’s at Pittsburgh Mills in Frazer is on the market. In what might be another nail in the coffin of the beleaguered mall, one of its last remaining original tenants, and largest, is poised to leave as the department store chain leans into its smaller, more luxury-oriented holdings. A prospectus...
Letter to the editor: In praise of Leechburg lumber donation
A huge shoutout to Stanford’s Home Center for donating the lumber that was stolen from the Leechburg Youth Baseball Association (“Leechburg baseball association’s stolen wood replaced, police investigating theft,” April 2, TribLive). It’s good to know that there are really good people who do really nice things in the A-K...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 19-20
Happy Easter! But even if you don’t celebrate, it’s still a great weekend to buy too much chocolate, eat too many jelly beans and put that sugar high to good use with these Pittsburgh-area events. Eggstravaganza at the Aviary Kids of all ages can take part in this seasonal event...
Letter to the editor: Allegheny County deserves clean air
Dear Allegheny County Council, I urge you to allocate the funding necessary to fully staff and operate the Allegheny County Health Department’s Air Quality Program. Due to budget shortfalls, our county lacks the resources to enforce air permits, monitor pollution levels and hold violators accountable. This failure is not just...
Letter to the editor: Family caregivers need assistance
I am writing to publicly thank Rep. Guy Reschenthaler for supporting Alzheimer’s legislation last year, which led to three vital pieces of legislation being passed. I also urge the congressman to support the Credit for Caring Act (HR 2036), a critical piece of legislation that would provide essential financial relief...
Laurels & lances: Cancer & crime
Laurel: To cancer research. Luca Bertucci, 17, of Murrysville understands what it’s like to have cancer. As a sophomore, he received inpatient chemotherapy for Burkitt’s lymphoma, a rare, aggressive lymphatic cancer. After seven months of treatment, today he is in remission. When his girlfriend, a member of a Leukemia &...
Letter to the editor: Liberals using scare tactics on tariffs
President Donald Trump has imposed tariffs on many countries. The stock market is down. The liberal news and pundits are forecasting inflation, unemployment and recession. It is not that bad. They are trying to scare the American people. Trump is correcting a problem. I compare his tariffs to a drug...
The Stroller, April 18, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Electronic waste collection set...
Letter to the editor: Kakistocracy’s consequences
It is difficult to keep up with the actions of the kakistocracy but it is important to pay attention, know the facts and understand the consequences. • Elon Musk’s actions have by some accounts cost the U.S. $500 billion. That is not what it saved; that is what they have...
Results for the 2025 Butler Invitational
North Allegheny’s Jack Bertram (4:13.36) and West Allegheny’s Grace Fritzman (4:59.21) won the signature mile runs at the Butler Invitational on Thursday. Fritzman also won the 3,200. Quaker Valley won the boys team title with Davin Gartley sweeping the hurdles and Jonah Montagnese winning the 3,200. Pine-Richland took two firsts:...
Pirates farm report for April 17, 2025: Nick Solak, Ji Hwan Bae key Indy comeback
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 6-8) came back from a 6-2 deficit to beat Toledo (Tigers), 7-6. RF Nick Solak (.343) went 3 for 5 with an RBI double, an RBI single and scored a run. LF Ji Hwan Bae (.235) went 3 for 4 with a bunt single, a pair of doubles,...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for April 17, 2025
High schools Baseball Thursday’s results Class 6A Section 1 North Allegheny 5, Central Catholic 4 North Hills 3, Seneca Valley 2 Section 2 Mt. Lebanon 3, Canon-McMillan 2 Norwin 13, Woodland Hills 0 Class 5A Section 4 Montour 2, Thomas Jefferson 1 Class 4A Section 3 Indiana 12, Derry 2...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: April 18-20
Raid your Easter basket, fill up on chocolate and jelly beans, and put that sugar high to good use by getting out to some fun events around Westmoreland this weekend. ‘Godspell’ This musical — originally conceived at Carnegie Mellon University, and with music and lyrics by notable CMU alum Stephen...
Bishop Zubik washes feet of Allegheny County Jail inmates as part of Holy Thursday service
Pittsburgh Bishop David A. Zubik traditionally uses part of Holy Thursday to wash the feet of inmates at the Allegheny County Jail, as part of Holy Week observances. On Thursday night, Catholics celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Supper with a service that includes symbolic foot-washing of 12 parishioners by...
NOTE: On election-related letters
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High school roundup: Calle Henne hits grand slam, Pine-Richland scores 8 in 7th to stun Seneca Valley
Calle Henne hit the game-tying grand slam and Iliana Aggelou delivered the walk-off RBI single as Pine-Richland scored eight times in the bottom of the seventh inning to defeat Seneca Valley, 9-8, in Section 1-6A softball Thursday. It was the second win over Seneca Valley this season for Pine-Richland (8-3,...
Judge pauses effort to revoke status of Gannon U. students from India
A federal judge in Pittsburgh on Thursday reinstated — at least temporarily — two international students at Gannon University in Erie who learned this month their status as scholars had been terminated by the Trump administration. The students — who sued the U.S. attorney general, secretary of the Department of...
Some Pennsylvania Jews reminded of Tree of Life shooting after arson attack on Gov. Josh Shapiro’s home
HARRISBURG — A year ago, Carole Zawatsky was invited by Gov. Josh Shapiro to a Passover Seder, held in the same room at the governor’s official residence that was devastated by an arsonist just hours after Shapiro hosted this year’s Jewish holiday feast. Now, as she looks at photos of...
Riverhounds to host MLS’ New York City FC in U.S. Open Cup
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC will welcome another MLS opponent to Highmark Stadium next month. The Hounds will host New York City FC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 on May 6 or 7. This will be the first matchup between the teams. The Riverhounds, who were Open...
