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Letter to the editor: No need for big, beautiful schools in Latrobe
Regarding the article “Greater Latrobe’s multimillion dollar revitalization plan raises taxes through 2039” (Sept. 22, TribLIVE): Federal, state and local government continually have their hands deep in Pennsylvania residents’ pockets and around our throats. Local school boards add to the financial burden. After completing the new Latrobe Elementary School building,...
Remember When: Sewickley Herald headlines from 1990
In the news this week 33 years ago: • A $28-million parking garage addition at Sewickley Valley Hospital was set to open. Known as the South Wing project, the construction added 465 parking spaces and replaced the former main entrance of the hospital complex. Four new operating rooms were part...
Letter to the editor: Hydrogen key to clean energy future
Regarding the article “Pittsburgh- based plan passed over as hydrogen hub selections draw statewide praise” (Oct. 13, TribLIVE): Building a lower carbon future means ensuring the success of the Department of Energy’s new hydrogen hubs. The hubs are networks of clean hydrogen producers, consumers and connective infrastructure working together to kick-start...
Editorial: Pennsylvania teachers should be able to wear their faith
For 74 years, Pennsylvania public school teachers could be penalized for wearing a cross or a crucifix, a Star of David or a crescent moon hanging from a necklace. There could be no symbols for any religion on clothing or jewelry because of a law passed in 1949. That will...
The Stroller, Nov. 9, 2023: 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. Food collection to benefit local families in need Vandergrift Police Department...
Letter to the editor: Kiski’s values will never change
Kiski Prep, moving beyond its all-male student body, is changing in a way that reflects the realities of America today. This is not some shrouded attempt for Kiski to become “woke.” Kiski needed to adapt and change to reflect important financial and social realities. While this change has caused an...
St. Brendan’s in Franklin Park hosts Cookie Walk Nov. 18
The Cookie Monster would love this, not to mention Santa and his elves. St. Brendan’s Episcopal Church of Franklin Park will hold its annual Holiday Happenings Craft Show and Cookie Walk on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than two dozen vendors will offer handcrafted goods...
Next on the Tee: John Mahaffey recalls winning ’78 PGA Championship at Oakmont Country Club
On this episode of Next on the Tee, host Chris Mascaro is joined by two legends of the game, John Cook and John Mahaffey; plus one of the great players in Western Pennsylvania history, Bob Friend Jr.; and Top 100 instructor and Pittsburgh native Eric Johnson. Cook discusses his epic...
First lady Jill Biden highlights Western Pa. workforce development efforts during Pittsburgh stop
First lady Jill Biden visited Pittsburgh on Wednesday and praised the region’s efforts in expanding workforce development programs and other career training initiatives — including a major one in New Kensington. Pittsburgh was designated a “workforce hub” in May. That provided federal funding and other assistance to existing workforce training...
SAG-AFTRA committee approves deal with studios to end historic strike
LOS ANGELES — SAG-AFTRA’s negotiating committee has approved a a tentative deal with the major studios that would end a nearly four-month-long strike that has sidelined thousands of workers. The tentative contract — which still must be ratified by the union’s board and members — would boost minimum pay for...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Nov. 8, 2023
High schools Field hockey PIAA playoffs Class 3A Quarterfinals Saturday’s schedule Conestoga (23-0) vs. Lower Dauphin (19-3) at Exeter Township, 11 a.m.; Wyoming Valley West (11-7) vs. Emmaus (23-1) at Nazareth, 11 a.m.; Manheim Township (19-1-1) vs. Parkland (18-5-1) at Exeter Township, 1 p.m.; Warwick (16-5-1) vs. Penn Manor (16-5-1)...
How Steve Zappala was reelected as Allegheny County DA running on the GOP ticket
Ben Wren parked himself Tuesday night in the back of Cupka’s Cafe II on the South Side, the “war station” of Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala’s reelection effort. Politicians, supporters and reporters flowed like koi past Wren’s table. He constantly checked information on two tablets and a laptop....
Nearly half of all Westmoreland write-in votes came from Greater Latrobe school board races
When John Petrarca saw the number of write-in votes in the Greater Latrobe school board election for four-year seats, he said it was “hard to believe.” Nearly half of the 22,259 total write-in votes cast in Tuesday’s election in Westmoreland County were done so in the two races for Latrobe...
The Birdie’s No. 1 priority is picking Westmoreland County playoff games
Last week: 8-1 (88.9%) Season: 103-28 (78.6%) The Birdie pulled from his car trunk his favorite playoff keepsake — his giant, foam No. 1 finger — as the quarterfinals get set to kick off this week. No, it wasn’t meant to point out his radiant one-loss record from last week...
Column: Michigan game is Penn State’s last gasp at being elite this season
There has been plenty of consternation about Penn State’s status in the college football world this season. The team’s loss to Ohio State put it on the back burner once again in the College Football Playoff picture and left the program without a clear path to taking the next step...
Incumbents win most council seats in Monroeville, Pitcairn
Two Monroeville Council incumbents won reelection in their wards as Democrats, and a Republican defeated a former council member for another seat, according to unofficial Allegheny County results. In Ward 2, Eric Poach earned another four-year term by defeating Timothy J. Lionelli, 810 votes to 538. Bob Williams faced no...
Travis Kelce hints at joining Taylor Swift on Eras Tour this weekend
Travis Kelce isn’t shaking off rumors he’ll join Taylor Swift when she restarts her Eras Tour this week in South America. The two-time Super Bowl champ, 34, and big brother Jason teased the much-speculated-about romantic overture on the newest episode of their “New Heights” podcast. “Got anything you’re looking forward...
Sweeney wins seat on Allegheny County Common Pleas bench, 6 judges retained for new terms
Democrat Patrick A. Sweeney on Tuesday won this year’s only open seat on the Allegheny County Common Pleas Court bench, collecting nearly 59% of the votes cast to defeat Republican nominee Anthony DeLuca, according to unofficial results. “Allegheny County voted for reform, for a justice system where systemic biases and...
Republicans sweep Bridgeville Council seats
Republicans won the three Bridgeville Borough Council seats up for election on Nov. 7, defeating two incumbent Democrats in the process, according to unofficial Allegheny County results. Receiving the most votes were GOP candidates Jason Sarasnick, 828; Jason Ferri, 722; and Shane Franchick, 692. Council members Joseph Colosimo and Nino...
GOP takes 3 out of 4 Bethel Park Council seats
Republicans took three out of the four council seats up for election on Nov. 7, according to unofficial Allegheny County results. Ward 4 incumbent Todd S. Cenci joined Kimberly Kamenicky, Ward 2, and Jim Jenkins, Ward 6, in winning on the GOP tickets. Democrat Viola Garis won in Ward 8....
Veterans Day observed with activities across Westmoreland County, region
Those who have served in the armed forces will be recognized during the following Veterans Day programs: • WCCC The Center for Healthcare Solutions and Unity in the Community will hold a free Veterans Suicide Prevention Walk and Human Services Fair Friday on the main campus of Westmoreland County Community...
4 Gateway School Board members reelected
Four Gateway School Board incumbents won reelection, and they will be joined by two new members, according to unofficial Allegheny County results posted Nov. 7. John M. Bova, board president, was unopposed for a two-year term. Running cross-filed as a Democrat and Republican, he received 6,905 votes. Write-in votes totaled...
Incumbents win most Shaler area races
The majority of the races in the Shaler area were uncontested. Etna council In the Ward 1 race for Etna council, incumbent Democrats Megan Tunon and Brad Ianuzzi won the two open seats with 217 and 214 votes, respectively. Republican Nicholas Behr Leffakis received 104 votes and there were three...
Republicans win Hampton council seats after narrow defeats in 2021
Two Republicans were elected to four-year terms on Hampton Township Council, according to unofficial Allegheny County election results. Daniel J. Sciulli and Alfred Midgley IV both narrowly missed winning seats on council in 2021. This year, Sciulli led a field of four candidates with 3,569 votes. “I am truly humbled...
Ron Klink: Protecting the earned income tax credit for families
Over 81% of Pennsylvanians receive the earned income tax credit, the federal government’s refundable tax credit to low and moderate-income families. This tax credit saves our state $2 billion annually — an average of $1,874 per household. Unfortunately, the IRS is now taking action that can jeopardize this windfall tax...
