Western PA Local News category, Page 1021
Parking options expand in Leechburg’s business district
Leechburg officials have taken steps to resolve an ongoing parking predicament in the borough’s downtown business district. After fielding complaints from a business owner about limited parking options on Second Street, council unanimously voted to approve the installation of two, 10-minute free parking spaces along the street. The new spots...
Iceburgh’s Express offers quick lunch options in downtown Greensburg
Busy workers and shoppers have a new on-the-go lunch option in downtown Greensburg. Iceburgh’s Express opened June 12 at 15 E. Pittsburgh St., offering create-your-own salads and wraps, along with pre-made wraps, snacks, cookies and beverages. It’s the second Iceburgh’s venture for Skip and Alicia Majiros of North Huntingdon, who...
2 dead in fire in Pittsburgh’s Beltzhoover
Two people died Monday morning after a two-alarm fire in Pittsburgh’s Beltzhoover neighborhood. Firefighters responded to a residential fire around 5:40 a.m. in the 400 block of Cedarhurst Street, Pittsburgh Public Safety said. The first crews arrived within four minutes to find “an active fire with possible entrapment,” officials said....
Fleeing suspect fatally shot by state trooper after chase in Indiana County
A Pennsylvania State Police trooper shot and killed a Center Township man following a miles-long car chase through Indiana County Sunday night, state police said in a press statement. At about 11:55 p.m., police said the trooper initiated a traffic stop near Yankeetown and Lockard avenues in Center Township, Indiana...
1 hospitalized after vehicle slams into Beltzhoover house
One person was hospitalized early Monday after Pittsburgh police said a vehicle they were pursuing crashed into a house in Beltzhoover. Police from Zone 3 said they tried to pull over a car around 3 a.m. but the driver of the car refused to stop. The driver of the car...
In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of July 3, 2023
Church hosts car show Hampton Presbyterian Church will host a car show from 4 to 8 p.m. July 22 The family-friendly event features a concession stand and music by DJ Denny Dutko. All makes and models of vehicles are welcome. The event is free. The church is located at 2942...
In brief: Monroeville area happenings, week of July 2, 2023
Concerts coming up Monroeville Recreation and Parks presents a summer concert series from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sundays in Tall Trees Amphitheater at Community Park West, 2399 Tilbrook Road. Sponsored by UMPC East, the series continues with: • July 9 — Buffalo Rose, folk • July 16 — Pittsburgh Doo Wop...
In brief: Road closure, yard sale, other happenings in Plum, Oakmont, week of July 3, 2023
Edgemede garage/yard sale The annual Edgemede Neighborhood garage/yard sale is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 8 in Plum. Use 510 Cresthaven Drive for GPS and stop by to pick up a map of participating houses. Pittsburgh Smokehouse food truck will be in the neighborhood from 9 to...
The Stroller, July 3, 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. ‘Spirit of the Revolution’ to open Freeport Theater Festival 34th season...
Despite weather, labor challenges, sweet corn is still king for area farmers
Greg Forejt Jr., owner and operator of Windy Heights Farm in East Huntingdon, was determined to get an early jump on sweet corn season this year. He and his team began in the early spring by planting about 140,000 seeds in a greenhouse on his property. As the stalks began...
Fireworks in Pennsylvania: Public menace or family fun?
For decades, backyard fireworks enthusiasts in Western Pennsylvania had two choices: trek across state lines to purchase fancy pyrotechnics or settle for some sparklers in Pennsylvania. Rob Kuhns of Hempfield spends around $500 a year on fireworks for the Fourth of July and would cross the border to Ohio every...
Officer-involved shooting leaves 1 person dead in Ligonier Township
A Ligonier Valley police officer shot and killed an unidentified man Sunday at a township residence, authorities said. Police responded to a Gravel Hill Road home about 3:50 p.m., which led to the shooting, Westmoreland County District Attorney Nicole W. Ziccarelli said in a news release. She did not elaborate...
Gateway adopts budget, raises tax rate
Gateway School Board voted 5-4 to adopt the district’s 2023-24 budget during a meeting that was rescheduled for June 29, one day before the deadline mandated by the state Department of Education. Board members Mary Beth Cirucci, Susan DeLaney, Valerie Warning and Scott Williams were opposed. With the adoption comes...
‘In crisis’: Allegheny County EMS chiefs sound alarm on budget shortfalls, staff shortages
If Chief Todd Plunkett placed a price tag on how much money Baldwin Emergency Medical Services loses every year due to low reimbursement rates from insurance providers, he thinks it’s anywhere between $250,000 and $400,000. So Plunkett says he finds ways to stretch a dollar — riding an ambulance more...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from June 22-28, 2023
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,...
Latrobe’s Miss 4th of July 2023: Volunteer, scholar, performer
Seventeen-year-old Piper Anke has a busy schedule. With work as a volunteer, shows to perform and awards to accept, it’s no small feat that the Derry Area student was able to compete in this year’s Latrobe’s Miss 4th of July pageant, let alone take home the crown. Anke is well-known...
Monroeville native steps into new role as Pennsylvania fire commissioner
The state’s new fire commissioner is stepping into his role just in time for fireworks season. The state Senate unanimously confirmed Monroeville native Thomas Cook last week to lead the development and operation of Pennsylvania’s emergency service training program and support the state’s 2,400 fire departments and personnel. Cook, a...
Faces of the Valley: Plum father, son seek to make connections, share love of reading with Little Free Library
Like many children, 9-year-old Everett Yon likes to share and seeks to connect. Everett wanted to meet people in Plum’s Regency Park neighborhood, where he has lived with his father, Nicholas Yon, since 2018. He also wanted to share his love of reading. His idea to operate an apple cider...
Remember When: Renouf’s Beach was a hot spot of activity along the Allegheny River in Lower Burrell
In the mid 1800s Craigdell Road in Lower Burrell extended to the Allegheny River, where a railroad station was located. Remains of this old portion of roadway can still be seen behind the Giant Eagle on the Tarentum Bridge Road. The railroad station there was built in 1856 and was...
Woman hurt in Munhall shooting
A woman was shot in the leg Sunday in Munhall, according to Allegheny County Police. The woman was taken by private vehicle to a hospital around 4 a.m. after a shooting on Eighth Avenue. Anyone with information is asked to call the county police tip line at 833-ALL-TIPS....
Police say Pittsburgh bar owner hired locksmith to open padlocked nuisance property
A Penn Township man who owns a Pittsburgh bar that was padlocked Friday was arrested over the weekend after authorities said he hired a locksmith and entered the building, according to court papers. Derrick Hemby, 60, was released on his own recognizance Sunday on felony charges of trespass and solicitation....
Pittsburgh man charged after police chase, crash in Moon Township
An arrest warrant was issued for a man who reportedly led state troopers on a chase and then crashed in Moon. Police said Ryan Chapman, 30, of Pittsburgh, was taken to a hospital for treatment of injuries. Chapman fled from police in a Chevrolet Camaro on Ewing Road and Business...
Arnold police accuse man of raping woman after moving into her house uninvited
Arnold police accused a man of raping a woman after he moved into her house uninvited because his girlfriend and their three children were staying there temporarily. Michael Jerome Jimenez, 37, of the 1500 block of Leishman Avenue in Arnold was charged with felony counts of rape and involuntary deviant...
Sewickley area real estate transactions, week of July 2, 2023
Aleppo Foxlane Homes at Glen Minogue LLC sold property at 1236 Glen Mitchell Road to Jason Harrison and Jenna Diloreto for $938,391. Foxlane Homes At Glen Minogue LLC sold property at 1248 Glen Mitchell Road to Ryan and Kristin Weber for $1,106,762. Edgeworth David Genter sold property at 110 Woodland...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of July 2, 2023
Aspinwall Estate of James Ranii sold property at 311 Maple Ave. to Lady Lily LLC for $251,200. Etna Union Apts LLC sold property at 358 Butler St. to 358 Butler LLC for $587,500. Butler Street Apts 2 LLC sold property at 364-366 Butler St. to 358 Butler LLC for $587,500....
