Western PA Local News category, Page 1480
Monroeville resident celebrates 103rd birthday
Despite having reached a milestone in age, 103-year-old Ruth Clark remains young in mind and spirit as she celebrates her birthday with friends and family. Clark is a resident of the Juniper Village retirement community in Monroeville, where she has lived since 2016. Born on June 12, 1919 in Avalon,...
Split Stage musical salutes those about to rock at Irwin’s Lamp Theatre
If there’s a lack of ’80s rock in your life, Split Stage Productions has a remedy. The theater company will shake the walls of Irwin’s Lamp Theatre beginning Friday with a five-night run of the jukebox rock extravaganza “Rock of Ages.” First a Broadway musical and then a movie, “Rock...
Brackenridge playground surface could get $100,000 revamp
The slide at Brackenridge Memorial Park will have a softer landing if the state approves a grant to redo the playground surface. Council is seeking nearly $100,000 through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). Borough Engineer Gordon Taylor said that money would pay for a soft rubber pad...
Mt. Lebanon mothers sue school district, teacher over gender identity lessons
Three Mt. Lebanon mothers are suing the school district, its leaders, its school board and a first-grade teacher for the alleged teaching of gender identity issues to elementary-age students, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday in federal court. The suit, filed by parents Carmilla Tatel, Stacy Dunn and Gretchen Melton,...
Hampton resident works toward protecting green space
A typical day on the job just doesn’t exist for Hampton resident Emilie Rzotkiewicz. “Some mornings I wear a suit, asking for significant dollars, and in the afternoon I’m out walking in the mud,” she said. “Yesterday, I was digging out a tractor from the mud, trying to figure out...
‘Enforce the laws’: South Side business owners fear for patron, employee safety after rash of shootings
Back-to-back shootings on and near Pittsburgh’s busy East Carson Street last weekend have prompted at least one business to close its doors permanently and left other owners struggling to understand why authorities cannot seem to keep control of the entertainment district. “One hundred percent of South Side residents and businesses...
Romanian men accused of planting credit card skimmers in Frazer, Monroeville now charged in Washington County
Two Romanian nationals accused last month of planting skimming devices at Sam’s Club stores in Allegheny and Butler counties were charged this week with targeting a store in Washington County. South Strabane police filed criminal charges against Colceag Constantin, 41, and Raul-Mihani Cojucaru, 40, after a skimmer was found on...
Bloomfield maintains traditions in a young, hip scene: A Pittsburgh guide
One of Pittsburgh’s largest neighborhoods, Bloomfield is best known for its Italian-American heritage and history. Despite seeing changes over the last couple of decades, the neighborhood is still home to a good variety of Italian-American staples, even if many of the neighbors are now millennial transplants. This combination provides an...
Export business owners spar with Westmoreland Heritage Trail officials over short extensionVideo
Using leftover state grant money to extend the Westmoreland Heritage Trail by 750 feet east in Export seemed like an easy decision for council members when it was proposed. That is no longer the case. “Westmoreland Coal Co. got hundreds of thousands of tons of coal through there, and now...
Westmoreland Courthouse construction project on pace for October completion
Demolition work to expose and remove the underground parking structure at the Westmoreland County Courthouse will continue through July, officials said on Wednesday. Public Works Director Greg McCloskey said the $7 million project to rebuild the two-level dilapidated garage remains on schedule and is on pace for completion in October....
Hempfield Area, maintenance workers ratify new 5-year contract
Maintenance workers in the Hempfield Area School District have a five-year labor agreement with pay raises each year. School board members this week ratified the pact between the district and the Hempfield Area Educational Support Personnel Association, giving union members an average raise of 2% each year over the course...
Penn Hills student news for the week of June 9, 2022
Cameron Griffin of Verona graduated from Thiel College on May 8. Griffin was an exercise science major. Luke Greenway, Suni Missouri, Adiana Nelson and Tim Warner graduated from Grove City College on May 14. Greenway, Nelson and Narrah Amorino, Emily Bauer, Julia Bauer and Jonathan Danley were all named to...
About 1,100 W. Pa. residents still without power; forecast has sunshine returning
Electric utility crews had restored power to all but about 1,100 Western Pennsylvania residents Thursday evening after severe thunderstorms blew through the region late Wednesday, according to area utility companies. At 7:30 p.m., West Penn Power reported 666 customers without power in a nine-county region while Duquesne Light Co. reported...
Baked goods back at former Mailey’s Bakery building in Latrobe
Baked goods have returned to 335 Main St. in Latrobe. Four months after its grand opening, Rachelle’s 15650 is moving away from sandwiches and leaning into its historical roots. It will now serve as a bakery like its 19th-century predecessor — Mailey’s Bakery — a flagship of the city that...
Tarentum Farm Market opens season with fresh flowers, berries and barbecue
It’s fair to say that customers were clamoring for the opening of the Tarentum Farm Market on Wednesday. A small crowd gathered mid-morning, browsing fresh-picked strawberries, pepperoni rolls and specialty cupcakes. The parking lot of First United Presbyterian Church of Tarentum was transformed with colorful flower baskets, bright-red tomatoes and...
Summer events at Northern Tier Library
Northern Tier Library is gearing up for another Summer Learning Program, which will run through Aug. 5, and end with a celebration on Aug. 6. Ocean of Possibilities is the theme for 2022, and that means lots of ocean-related stories, crafts and activities. The library will offer a wide variety...
Police: Pedestrian ‘critical’ after being struck by car in Forest Hills
A pedestrian in Forest Hills was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle Thursday morning along Ardmore Boulevard, according to Allegheny County police. County 911 dispatchers reported that the incident occurred at about 5:30 a.m., with one person being transported by ambulance to an undisclosed hospital. County police said...
$250K grant to support New Kensington Salvation Army program for at-risk youths
The New Kensington Salvation Army will use a $250,000 grant to support a youth program aimed at young people who have committed first-time, nonviolent offenses. The Salvation Army announced Wednesday it will use the grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation for its Bridging the Gap program. “We are grateful...
The Stroller, June 9, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your 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 15068. Please include a daytime telephone number. Lemonade stand to raise money for Alzheimer’s disease Brody’s Lemonade Stand fundraiser...
O’Hara working to strengthen sustainability through DEP program
O’Hara leaders are working to reduce emissions and combat climate change in the township. The community is among 12 participants across the state to complete a program to mitigate risks and strengthen sustainability. “Council has long been committed to helping improve the environment for our residents and beyond,” township Manager...
Norwin area: Irwin street concerts, library program on flu pandemic
Music in the Streets returns to Irwin Several musicians will perform throughout downtown Irwin June 16 from 5:30 to 11 p.m. during the Music in the Streets event. Darryl & Kim will perform from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Lamp Theatre courtyard on Main Street, while Band Anna will...
Weather service issues tornado watch for Washington, Fayette and Greene countiesVideo
The National Weather Service in Moon Township has issued a tornado watch for the Southwestern Pennsylvania counties of Washington, Fayette and Greene, until 1 a.m. Thursday. The National Weather Service issued the notification at 7:25 p.m. and included portions of eastern Ohio and northern West Virginia. All three Pennsylvania counties...
Congratulations to the Riverview High School Class of 2022
Here is the Riverview High School Class of 2022: Xavier M. Bear, Brooke A. Benton, Micah J. Black, Makenna Caroline Cameron, Dean W. Cecere, Alessandra Noelle Ciccone, Julia Gianna Ciorra, Samantha Michele Cooper, Ari Q.H. Crowell, Madeline Steele Deem, Alexander W. Donatelli, Madeline Grace Entwisle, Jordan Alexander Escalera, Silas Wolfe...
Marathon session breaks Westmoreland County election ties
Lucky No. 1 was what Westmoreland election officials wanted to see. That tiny numbered ball helped to select winners in more than 300 tied races from May’s primary election. Those deadlocks were broken during a marathon session at the courthouse on Wednesday. For more than five hours elections officials drew...
Judge says Tree of Life defendant does not have to appear in court to be questioned on his waiver of rights
A federal judge on Wednesday denied a request by prosecutors to require the man accused of killing 11 people at the Tree of Life synagogue in Squirrel Hill to appear in court to be questioned about his right to a speedy trial. Members of the team prosecuting Robert Bowers asked...
