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Letter to the editor: Focus on candidates’ skills, not physical traits
The writer of the letter “Biden and Kennedy are the best Democrats have?” (June 7, TribLIVE) is critical of the Democratic Party for considering Robert Kennedy Jr. to be its candidate to be our next president because, in his words, Kennedy “has a terrible speaking voice.” I’d encourage him not...
In brief: Artists sought, summer activities in Monroeville area, week of June 12, 2023
Artists sought for library gallery Friends of Monroeville Public Library seeks artists for exhibits and sales during the 2024-25 season in the library’s Elaine Biondi Gallery Space. Artists interested in participating are invited to submit their work for consideration. On Aug. 12, they are requested to bring three samples of...
In brief: Upcoming meetings, senior program and more in the Quaker Valley area
Celebration planned Sewickley’s annual Juneteenth celebration is scheduled for noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 17 at the Sewickley Community Center, 12 Chadwick St. There will be performances by the Triumph Church Choir, the Bryan Nash Trio, youth poets and Pittsburgh rapper Livefromthecity. Other activities include a marketplace of diverse-owned...
In brief: Civil War Roundtable, other Hampton area events, week of June 12, 2023
Civil War Roundtable The Greater Pittsburgh Civil War Roundtable will hold a lecture at 7 p.m. June 19 at the Hampton Township Community Center, 1301 McCully Road. James Gindlesperger will present “Bullets and Bandages.” The lecture is free and open to the public. For more information, call Rick Fellers at...
In brief: Zoning hearing board meeting, Medicare workshop and more in Penn Hills
Medicare workshop Attendees at the Medicare workshop at Penn Hills Library at 6 p.m. June 20 will gain an understanding of how Medicare and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans work. Recommended for those 65 and over or those eligible for Medicare in the next six months. Association of University People events...
In brief: Council appointment, car show, week of June 12, 2023
Council leadership set Oakmont council voted at its June 6 workshop meeting to appoint Nancy Ride as president and Tracey Holst as vice president. Council reorganized after Patricia Friday was appointed to fill the council vacancy of Lindsay Osterhout, who served as president prior to her resignation from council. Councilwoman...
Letter to the editor: Communication, legislation can help gun violence crisis
Better communication and transparency can help alleviate our country’s gun violence crisis, especially actions by local municipalities that bridge the gap between police and citizens. Police officers should know the people they are policing in their communities in a positive way to make people feel safer. In addition, several passed...
Editorial: ‘Protection’ still core of DEP’s job
Farcically claiming that the state Department of Environmental Protection is an intimidating regulatory bully, state Senate Republicans have decided to promote a culture change at the agency by renaming it the Department of Environmental Services. On a strictly party-line 28-22 vote, the Senate passed the name-change bill Wednesday. “The word...
The Stroller, June 12, 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. Volunteers needed at Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley Animal Protectors of...
Letter to the editor: Honoring those who protected our democracy
There were many emotional Memorial Day celebrations across the country on May 31. Close to home at Westmoreland County Memorial Park was a day of remembrance for those who sacrificed. The organizers did a beautiful presentation of reading veterans’ names and a 21-gun salute. These programs made me think of...
Editorial cartoons for the week of June 12
Editorial cartoons for the week of June 12....
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of June 12
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of June 12....
Pirates farm report for June 11, 2023: Catcher Abrahan Gutierrez homers in Curve win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 28-33) and Omaha (Royals) were rained out. The game will not be made up. Next: Tuesday at Iowa (Cubs), 7:38 p.m. ALTOONA (Double-A, 30-25) sored once in the eighth, twice in the ninth and once in the 10th to beat Richmond (Giants), 5-4. SS Liover Peguero (.270) had...
Motorcyclist dies from hit-and-run in Plum
A man died Sunday night after being involved in a hit-and-run collision in Plum earlier in the day, authorities said. James W. Baker, 66, of Penn Hills died about 8:40 p.m., according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s office. Baker was riding a motorcycle in the 100 block of Unity...
Plum superintendent resigns to assume post at North Allegheny
Plum Borough School District announced Sunday that Superintendent Brendan Hyland was resigning to take the same post at North Allegheny School District. Hyland’s resignation takes effect June 30. The announcement came via a press release emailed to parents from school board. “Dr. Hyland has been an integral asset and catalyst...
Penn State’s RB room needed a ‘big brother.’ Why Minnesota transfer Trey Potts can be that and more
Penn State running backs coach Ja’Juan Seider knows his position is susceptible to injuries. Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen endured the brunt of a 13-game schedule as freshmen, stayed healthy and combined for almost 2,000 yards last year. Seider looked for a piece of wood on which to knock. He...
Where Trump’s mounting legal troubles stand after historic second indictment
Donald Trump continued to make dubious history last week when the former president was criminally indicted for a second time — just weeks after being found liable in a civil rape and defamation trial. The federal indictment unsealed Friday in Florida against the ex-chief executive and current Republican presidential front-runner...
Ron DeSantis reduced Miami Beach covid testing out of spite, mayor says in CBS documentary
MIAMI - A new documentary about Gov. Ron DeSantis delves into whether the governor’s team silenced Florida’s former Surgeon General Scott Rivkees throughout the covid-19 pandemic and pushed to close a testing site on Miami Beach in response to criticism by the mayor. Released Thursday, the documentary by CBS News...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for June 11, 2023
High schools Baseball PIAA championships Semifinals Monday’s schedule Class 6A Father Judge (16-1) vs. North Penn (21-5) at Neumann University, 3 p.m.; Cedar Cliff (20-6) vs. Mt. Lebanon (15-10) at Mt. Aloysius, 4:30 p.m. Class 5A Strath Haven (21-4) vs. Greencastle-Antrim (19-5) at Wenger Field, 6:30 p.m.; Monsignor Bonner (12-3)...
Sloane Davidson: Pittsburgh’s population decline can be improved by retaining, not just recruiting, newcomers
Pittsburgh’s population has been steadily declining since the collapse of the steel industry nearly 50 years ago. We now have one of the oldest populations in the entire United States, and deaths outpace births every year. Migration out of urban areas is seen throughout the country, but no metropolitan area...
Susan Crabtree: Christie’s high-risk spoiler run
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie might be best known — at least on the presidential debate stage — for tearing down rivals rather than building up fellow Republicans. In a 2016 GOP primary debate, he famously roughed up Marco Rubio in a debate at Saint Anselm College in New...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from May 31-June 7
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, the Tribune-Review’s “Scenes from the Valley” photo package brings to life activities and moments happening in your backyard. To have a photo considered as a “Scenes from the Valley” candidate,...
Letter to the editor: Juror who caused mistrial should pay
According to the article “Mistrial declared as jury weighs assault, strangulation charges against Greensburg man” (June 7, TribLIVE), Judge Christopher Feliciani declared a mistrial in a criminal case after jurors were prepped to deliberate when “it was discovered that a juror had communicated with another about the case via Facebook.”...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of June 11, 2023
Aspinwall Judith Ann Talerico sold property at 413 Brilliant Ave. to Adam Delmont Haas for $340,000. John Bender sold property at 407 Center Ave. to Jennifer Wiley for $410,000. Etna Matthew McCarthy sold property at 68 Vilsack St. to Patrick O’Toole and Jordan Barone for $155,000. Fox Chapel Cami Fuhrer...
Sewickley area real estate transactions, week of June 11, 2023
Bell Acres Harry Kennedy sold property at 111 Westholm Drive to Ernest Maley Jr. and Shelley Maley for $890,000. Leet Mark Otto sold property at 205 S Chaucer Ct to Conor and Laura Keefe for $721,500. Sewickley Sharon Bovan sold property at 742 McDonald St. to Francisco Fernandez for $265,000....

