Western PA Local News category, Page 1319
The Stroller, Oct. 13, 2022: 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 a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Halloween event to benefit Animal Protectors Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley...
First regional police force on patrol in Armstrong County, covering Freeport and Gilpin
Residents of Gilpin and Freeport officially have a new regional police department. The Southern Armstrong Regional Police Department held a pinning and inaugural first shift ceremony Wednesday morning at the Gilpin Municipal Building. The new police force combines the Freeport and Gilpin police departments, providing 24-hour police coverage for both...
North Allegheny students look to make ‘Putnam Spelling Bee’ musical f-u-n
North Allegheny Senior High School is presenting its fall m-u-s-i-c-a-l, “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” about a group of spelling bee contestants who vie for the championship of a lifetime. “Get ready for a memorable night of theatre with a fast-paced story and toe-tapping, catchy tunes,” said NA...
Cranberry-based nuclear power company Westinghouse acquired by 2 Canadian companies
Westinghouse Electric Company, one of the largest nuclear power companies in the world, will be acquired by a Canadian consortium. Cameco Corp. and Brookfield Renewable Partners formed a partnership to acquire the Cranberry Township-headquartered company, which is valued at $7.8 billion. Westinghouse President and CEO Patrick Fragman said the acquisition...
Volunteers needed for Light Up Night in Sewickley
Sewickley officials need some help with an upcoming holiday celebration. Volunteers are being sought for Light Up Night, which is scheduled from 5p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2. Festivities will take place along Broad Street, from Centennial Avenue to Thorn Street; and Beaver Street, from Blackburn Road to Chestnut...
Aspinwall Council adopts ordinance regulating outdoor business operations in the borough
Aspinwall Council adopted an ordinance on Oct. 12 that prohibits all outdoor business, commercial and trading activities in the borough from 10:30 p.m. to 7 a.m. Sundays through Thursdays and midnight to 7 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The vote was 5-2 with council President Tim McLaughlin and Councilwoman Mary Hancock...
Boyfriend pleads guilty for intentional crash that left 4 trapped in overturned vehicle
Just before Jamar Freshley was escorted out of a Westmoreland County courtroom he turned to tell his girlfriend, “I love you.” Freshley, 33, of New Kensington, pleaded guilty Wednesday to aggravated assault and other offenses. Police said he slammed his car into the vehicle driven by his girlfriend last Oct....
Route 28 work continues in East Deer
Single-lane restrictions along Route 28 in both directions near the structure over Crawford Run Road in East Deer have been in place since mid-September as crews from Swank Construction Co. perform roadway reconstruction and bridge deck rehabilitation. Restrictions were recently extended until Friday, Oct. 14. The work is part of...
Arrest made in fatal Penn Hills shooting
A man was shot to death on Oct. 12 in Penn Hills, Allegheny County Police reported. Police responded to a shooting around 3:20 p.m. along the 9000 block of Frankstown Road. First responders found a man who had been shot. He was dead at the scene. The victim was identified...
Jeannette’s Elliott Group touted as economic development model for state
Countries around the world have a piece of Jeannette. With few exceptions, the compressors, turbines and cryogenic pumps designed and manufactured at Elliott Group’s U.S. headquarters are shipped globally, a testament to the 110-year-old company’s ability to expand and adapt while keeping a talented workforce close to home, according to...
Environmentalists, elected officials want more done to keep sewage out of Pittsburgh rivers
Every year, 9 billion gallons of sewage overflow enters Pittsburgh’s three rivers, according to a new report from national group Environment America. Local officials acknowledge that Alcosan is working on a long-range plan that will greatly reduce that number, but they believe more can be done to ensure the region’s...
North Allegheny homecoming activities feature parade, crowning of queen and king
North Allegheny celebrated Homecoming on Oct. 7 with a theme of “Around the World.” A parade representing 18 student organizations preceded the game. Family-friendly activities included a carnival, food trucks, face painting and games. Seniors Gianna Capizzi, of Allison Park and Harron Lee, of Mars won honors as Homecoming king...
School district seeks nominations of local veterans for Hampton Heroes program
Hampton Township School District is asking for nominations for its 2022 Hampton Heroes program, which recognizes and honors local veterans. The district is accepting nominations through Oct. 22 for the 2022 Hampton Heroes program on Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. at Fridley Field, the district’s stadium. Students and staff members...
New housing development reimagines suburban living in Cranberry
Suburban home buyers are increasingly looking for more than just a quiet bedroom community to call home. “People are really looking for an opportunity to connect. Whether that is chatting on a trail, or getting a cup of coffee, or going to a brewery,” said Rob Bowman, founding CEO of...
School spirit flourishes at Plum Homecoming event
Plum residents know how to fill a high school parking lot. Nearly 1,000 members of the community arrived on Oct. 6 to show their support for the Mustangs football team and several other school groups. The occasion was a Homecoming extravaganza featuring food trucks, performances and a massive bonfire to...
Quaker Valley celebrates Homecoming
Quaker Valley School District celebrated Homecoming Week Oct. 3-7 at each building across the district. Schools participated in Spirit Week by sporting wacky hair, tacky outfits, pajamas, QV gear and pink out shirts. High school football players, cheerleaders, band members and color guard participated in pep rallies across the district...
State officials: Bigfoot isn’t lurking in Pennsylvania parks and forests; fake flyers reported
Bigfoot or no Bigfoot, the state and a local paranormal researcher are not amused by fake flyers warning state park and forest visitors about the presence of the unconfirmed, yet hugely popular, hairy hominid creature. Because the fake flyers appear to use official state letterhead, the state doesn’t want the...
Remember When: Polish immigrants built St. Ladislaus Church
The latest round of church closings within the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh includes the iconic St. Ladislaus Church in the Natrona neighborhood of Harrison. The final Mass was celebrated Thursday, Sept. 29. But a group has emerged wanting the diocese to keep the building and have it declared a holy...
Oakmont Paranormal Society partners with Munhall library for ghost hunt
This Halloween season, the Oakmont Paranormal Society again is partnering with the Carnegie Library of Homestead to offer something spooky, historical and fun. From 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 29, visitors will be able to take a guided ghost tour of the reportedly haunted library location in Munhall. The library...
Burrell School District to offer indoor bocce through program with Special Olympics
The Burrell School District will offer inclusive, co-ed bocce for students with and without cognitive disabilities thanks to Special Olympics Pennsylvania. The school board recently approved the program with Special Olympics, which will pay for the team’s expenses for the first two years, including uniforms, and provide expertise to a...
Cancer Bridges benefit concert in Bakerstown raises $4,200
Three bands rocked the Richland Park Pavilion in Bakerstown to benefit Cancer Bridges on Oct. 8. Cancer Bridges board co-chair Mike Fitzgerald (with wife Kristene) hosted the event and performed with his band, The Hip Waders. Major Morgan and The Serious Moonlight also jammed before an appreciative crowd that donated...
Wednesday morning house fire in Latrobe intentionally set, investigators say
A Latrobe man is accused of setting a couch on fire at his house Wednesday morning after an argument with a woman, according to city police. Dale O. Smith Jr., 34, was taken into custody outside his East Monroe Street home, where the blaze was reported at 6:15 a.m. No...
Westmoreland happenings: Oktoberfests, Rosary rallies, burger bash, more
Submissions from nonprofit organizations for Briefly Speaking can be emailed to Carol Pinto-Smith at cpinto-smith@triblive.com or mailed to Briefly Speaking, 210 Wood St., Tarentum, PA 15084. Include a complete address and daytime phone number. Submissions are due at least two weeks before the event. Each announcement is printed once; there...
Steelers players help cook up healthy meals for cancer patients
Steelers defensive tackle Montravius Adams had a slight look of trepidation as he prepared to take his first bite of a quinoa burger slider he had just helped prepare. He made up his mind to dive in and try it. Suddenly a smile crept over his face. “Mmmm, I like...
Short hikes offer the best views in peak Western Pennsylvania fall foliage season
The brightly colored leaves and earthy scent of autumn might best be taken in with your feet tucked inside a sturdy pair of shoes. Westmoreland County and the Laurel Highlands have plenty of spots for hiking amid tall deciduous trees with sun-dappled gold, orange and red leaves. But it can...
