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Monroeville library scores success with ‘Alice in Wonderland’ fundraiser
Monroeville Public Library presented a very important date with an “Alice in Wonderland”-themed tea fundraiser on June 4 in the Lourdes Center at Christ the Divine Shepherd Church, Monroeville Campus. The library welcomed 144 participants. They enjoyed a themed cookie table featuring 32 varieties of sweet treats, along with raffles,...
Slide restricts traffic on Plum road used as detour during New Texas slide repair
A slide has restricted traffic on a Plum road that is part of a detour for another road that’s closed while crews repair a slide. PennDOT crews placed a temporary traffic signal on Leechburg Road near Elicker Road on Friday, PennDOT spokesman Steve Cowan said. “A slide has developed on...
Zoning fees capped at $40K for large development projects in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh City Council voted Tuesday to cap zoning fees at $40,000 for large developments. Council previously approved a new zoning fee schedule that includes a fee of 0.1% of a project’s cost for residential developments and a 0.3% fee for commercial developments. The $40,000 cap council approved Tuesday is meant...
Pittsburgh synagogue attacker’s social media activity showed hatred of Jews
A terrorism expert testified Tuesday that the man accused of killing 11 people at a Squirrel Hill synagogue in 2018 dealt in the same kinds of hateful tropes, symbols and conspiracies used online by many white supremacists in the United States. William Braniff is director of the Center for Prevention...
Bethel Park student’s work ethic pays off with musical opportunities
Forgoing the typical student’s summer vacation is par for singer Clara McGough’s course. “She practices all the time,” her mother, Julie, attested. “She doesn’t have a lunch at school. Instead, she takes a study hall, which is her practice period.” With the conclusion of Bethel Park High School’s academic year,...
UPMC contractor detects patient data breach
A contractor for UPMC said it discovered a data breach that could have impacted customer and patient information. Tennessee-based Intellihartx LLC said it found that its secure file transfer service provider, Fortra, “experienced a data security incident.” The company undertook an investigation to figure out the scope of the incident....
Public park memorial set for Tarentum stabbing victim
Friends of Tarentum stabbing victim Thomas Baczynski are hoping for a wave of orange in the borough’s Riverview Memorial Park on Saturday. A memorial service, scheduled for 4 p.m. at the park’s amphitheater, will double as a “Celebration of Life” for the man who friends recall as loving and quiet....
Woman gets probation for 2020 arson at Bell Township home
A former Bell Township woman was sentenced Tuesday to two years of probation in connection with a 2020 arson at her home. Britny A. Parks, 30, now of Texas, pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count of failure to report/control a dangerous fire. Other charges, including arson, were dismissed. The plea...
Red Cross to host blood drive in memory of North Braddock teen
A blood drive will be held Thursday in memory of a North Braddock teen who died last year from leukemia. Nichole Hogan died on Jan. 7, 2022, a week after being diagnosed with her illness. She was 13. The American Red Cross will hold the blood drive from 1 to...
Pair’s Facebook auctions of pet items benefit local, international animal shelters
Two animal-loving friends have gone above and beyond in raising money to help local and international animal shelters. Lindsey Perriello, a Lower Burrell native who works a full-time job while also running her own pet care and dog-walking service, and retired Plum resident Kim Tamburri have raised about $13,000 through...
West Newton Giant Eagle to remain open through 2024
Diane Mesiarik came out of the Giant Eagle supermarket in West Newton with a bag of groceries Tuesday morning and with the knowledge that she won’t have to drive several miles to a grocery store because the supermarket is remaining open, averting a planned closing on June 23. “It’s real...
Morning Roundup: 2 injured in gunfire in Pittsburgh’s Uptown
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Tuesday, June 13: 2 injured by gunfire in Pittsburgh’s Uptown A man and woman were shot Monday afternoon in Pittsburgh’s Uptown, authorities said. Pittsburgh police said they received a ShotSpotter alert indicating seven rounds were fired around 3:40 p.m....
Free dental exams at Hempfield Towers targets at-risk seniors
Greensburg area senior citizens can take advantage of a free dental clinic Tuesday at Hempfield Towers, a residence for senior citizens. The dental clinic from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. by United Concordia Dental will consist of exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments and oral cancer screenings, according to Highmark Wholecare, which...
The Stroller, June 13, 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. ‘The Big Bad Musical’ to be performed at Casino Theatre Armstrong...
How popular is Taylor Swift? It’s the 2023 version of Beatlemania
Taylor Swift is the biggest thing going in the entertainment industry. Turn on the TV or radio, scroll social media, listen to talk on the street, and there she is. Her ongoing Eras Tour is on track to become the highest-grossing tour ever by a female artist, with Billboard Boxscore...
Unity taps state fund to repave 7 roads
Unity is spending about $650,000 from its state road fund to repave portions of seven roads this summer. Derry Construction is slated to resurface Sharky’s and Beech drives — as well as Atlantis Drive, near Youngstown. The paving schedule also includes portions of Roskovensky and Cemetery roads and, at Wimmerton,...
Farmers lament potential losses as lack of rain impacts local crops
James Goldscheitter’s prayers were answered. The rain finally arrived. Now he and other local farmers are hoping the modest amount — and a forecast with a chance of rain Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday — is enough to boost their floundering crops. Rain that fell Sunday evening and continued into Monday...
Stan Savran tributes pour in from Pittsburgh teams, fans, colleagues
For the better part of the past five decades, on radio and television, Stan Savran provided some of the most insightful commentary on the Pittsburgh professional sports scene. Within hours of his death at age 76 on Monday, it became clear how far his voice had reached. In addition to...
Former North Allegheny Intermediate High School Principal hired as district superintendent
The North Allegheny School Board voted to hire former North Allegheny Intermediate High School Principal Brendan Hyland on Monday as the district’s superintendent despite concerns from some board members and members of the public that the search for a new leader had been rushed. In a 6-3 vote, the board...
Departing Plum superintendent brought pride back to district, school board president says
Superintendent Brendan Hyland is leaving the Plum School District better than he found it, according to the district’s school board president. The board is expected to accept Hyland’s resignation, effective June 30, at its meeting Tuesday night, a day after North Allegheny board members voted 6-3 to hire him as...
Greensburg police officer charged with assault resigns; vehicle replacements purchased
Greensburg will be looking for a new police officer following the resignation of a former dog handler who is awaiting trial on simple assault and harassment charges. Council on Monday approved the resignation of Kenneth J. Burke, 36, of Greensburg, who had been on unpaid leave while the charges against...
Class of ’23 graduates from Sewickley Academy
Sewickley Academy celebrated the Class of 2023 at a graduation ceremony June 9 in the school’s Rea Auditorium. Graduation included a welcome by Head of Senior School Jamie Nestor, followed by speeches from Head of School Ashley Birtwell; student body president Jayne Miner; and guest speaker from the Class of...
Western Pa. officials push for transition to electric vehicles, clean energy
Several Western Pennsylvania officials called Monday for a quick transition to electric vehicles and clean-energy generation. Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, State Sen. Lindsey Williams and other advocates held a news conference to express support for proposed federal vehicle standards that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said would aim to “accelerate...
Verona Bike Derby returns with special attractions
For the first time in four years, youngsters were able to ride their two-wheelers, have them checked for safety and enjoy some special attractions at the annual Verona Bike Derby. The landing of Allegheny Health Network’s Life Flight helicopter, for example, drew families to explore and learn more about it....
Arnold Council to consider decertifying 1 of 2 fire departments
Arnold Council may vote Tuesday to decertify one of the city’s two volunteer fire departments. A vote to decertify the No. 1 fire department will be on the council’s agenda, said Councilman George Hawdon, who is in charge of public safety. Hawdon declined to discuss details of the matter ahead...
