Western PA Local News category, Page 497
Neighbor Spotlight: Law enforcement too strong a draw for newly retired O’Hara officer
A dedicated public servant recently retired in O’Hara. But he didn’t stay retired for long. Mere days after retiring from a 25-year career with the O’Hara Township Police Department, David Harajda took on another full-time policing post — this time as a school security officer at in the Pine-Richland School...
Starbucks removes extra charge for nondairy milk after years of complaints, protests
After years of complaints from vegan and lactose-intolerant customers, Starbucks is no longer charging extra for nondairy milk in drinks. This means any drink with soy milk, oat milk, almond milk and coconut milk will no longer have a surcharge starting Thursday, the company said. The switch is part of...
New Aldi in Allegheny Township greets first shoppers with gifts
The Alle-Kiski Valley’s newest Aldi supermarket opened shortly before 9 a.m. Thursday, with eager shoppers already waiting in line outside. Many of the first customers in line received prizes, including Sarah Bilinsky, 18, and Zach Knox, 19, both of Vandergrift. They were first in line, having waited outside the store...
Monroeville happenings: Toy drive, women’s self-defense course, live music, more
Email news briefs and event listings to pvarine@triblive.com or bpoole@triblive.com. Toy drive AY Beauty in Monroeville is collecting toys for its first community toy drive in partnership with Lean On Me, which organizes support groups for single mothers. Donations are due by Nov. 30 and can be dropped off at...
Immersive ‘selfie’ bar set to open in Robinson
Selfie lovers will soon have a new place to snap creative content in Pittsburgh. Catwalk Selfie Bar is a new custom selfie experience set to host a grand opening celebration on Nov. 11 in Robinson. The selfie concept invites paying guests to elevate their selfie content by purchasing hour-long selfie...
Harmar maker of artificial lungs moves to O’Hara
A Harmar manufacturer of artificial lungs has found a new home just 5 miles from its startup space at the Pittsburgh Applied Research Center (U-PARC), sold by the University of Pittsburgh in September. Advanced Respiratory Technologies signed a five-year lease in O’Hara’s RIDC Park. The company will take a previously...
Fox Chapel Area High School students to compete against other schools via quiz show
A trio of Fox Chapel Area High School students will test their intellectual might against two other schools via a quiz show. People can see seniors Anna Delale-O’Connor, Rohit Velankar and junior Eloise Johnson take on students from Moniteau and Springdale high schools Nov. 9. They will be on “KD...
Headliner announced for Pittsburgh’s Highmark Light Up Night
Alternative rock band The Fray, known for “How to Save a Life” and other hits, will be the headliner for the 63rd annual Highmark Light Up Night on Nov. 23. The group performs at 8:30 p.m. on the Xfinity Riverfront Stage on Fort Duquesne Boulevard and Sixth Street. Hosted by...
Fox Chapel Area Rotary smashes record with Charity Golf Classic
The St. Margaret Foundation and Blawnox Community Food Pantry came away big winners as the primary beneficiaries of this year’s Charity Golf Classic by the Fox Chapel Area Rotary. The record-breaking fundraiser brought in more than $65,000 during the event Sept. 16 at Hill Crest Country Club in Lower Burrell....
Elevator, 2 kitchens among features of mid-century modern home in Fox Chapel
Editor’s note: According to the Realtor, this property has sold. Tranquility and nature blend seamlessly in a classic mid-century modern residence on the market in Fox Chapel. The property at 227 Hunt Road is listed for $1.6 million. Built in 1960, the home has four bathrooms and two fireplaces. Howard...
Then & Now: The Great Pumpkin of Aspinwall has been enthralling visitors since 1995
For more than 25 years, residents of Aspinwall and the surrounding areas have been flocking to the zero block of Fourth Street to see the latest creation of the “Great Pumpkin of Aspinwall.” Joel Keefer, 73, has been carving oversized pumpkins since the mid-1990s. What started as a 450-pound surprise...
Murrysville man, former Allegheny County detective, now accused of asking son to lie
A former Allegheny County detective is accused of asking his son to lie about where an alleged crime happened, which resulted in a criminal case against him being dismissed last year, state police said in court papers. Troopers said Raymond Bonacci, 58, of Murrysville, “encouraged and/or demanded” his son to...
Several Westmoreland municipalities issue burn bans in light of dry conditions
At least three Westmoreland municipalities have enacted burn bans in light of dry conditions in the region. Derry Township issued a burn ban Monday, and Mt. Pleasant Township announced a burn ban Tuesday that will remain in effect until further notice. Hempfield issued a burn ban Tuesday that will remain...
Morning Roundup: Multiple victims injured after 2 shootings in Pittsburgh
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Thursday, Nov. 7: 3 injured in shooting in Pittsburgh’s Northview Heights Three people were injured after at least 20 rounds were fired during a shooting early Thursday in Pittsburgh’s Northview Heights neighborhood. Pittsburgh police said they were dispatched to...
Too young to vote, Springdale students perform civic duty in a different way
While too young to cast their own ballots in the general election, 11 Springdale High School students got a taste of civic duty as student poll workers Tuesday. “It’s definitely a unique experience,” said Zachary Reynolds, 17. “I thought it was fun.” Teacher Connor Green works with the Allegheny County’s...
The Stroller, Nov. 7, 2024: 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. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Holiday art exhibit set...
Greensburg Hempfield Area Library will take budget hit as Southwest Greensburg repeals tax
Word that the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library is set to lose thousands of dollars in annual revenue was not welcome news for patrons who visited the Greensburg library Wednesday afternoon. The previous day, voters in Southwest Greensburg approved a referendum repealing a 1-mill portion of the borough’s 28-mill property tax...
Vertiports for drones proposed for Arnold Palmer Regional, Johnstown airports
Airport officials in Westmoreland and Cambria counties envision creating a facility for a drone that could deliver cargo, fly passengers or transport a patient to a hospital in an electric-powered aircraft that can take off and land vertically, just like a helicopter. “The possibilities are endless. We have all the...
Monroeville area: Art gallery opening, free Thanksgiving dinners, Rotary scholarships, more
Artist repurposes used panels, canvases The public is invited to a free opening reception of “Leonid Shower,” an exhibit by Monroeville resident Jay Winter, from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Monroeville Public Library Gallery Space. A retired geologist, Winter’s artwork is inspired by the Earth and sky...
‘Overjoyed’ or ‘disgusted’? Western Pa. voters weigh in on Trump presidential victory
Philip Manns stayed up until 2 a.m. watching the election returns on TV on Tuesday, pleasantly surprised by now President-elect Donald Trump’s performance Election Day. “I was watching all night, and I was just surprised he was doing so well,” said Manns, 81, of Hempfield. “I think the pollsters all...
Passengers describe events surrounding 2022 New Year’s shooting in Rostraver
A group of four people heading to a Rostraver bar to continue ringing in 2022 was irritated to come upon a red SUV traveling slowly on Rostraver Road, Shaquala Poole testified in Westmoreland County court Wednesday. Her boyfriend at the time — Anthony Hairston — was behind the wheel of...
Pennsylvania House majority hinges on single seat in Cambria County
Control of the Pennsylvania state House has come down to a single district in Cambria County, where the fate of a “blue dog” Democrat is slowly coming into focus as thousands of ballots are counted by hand. Rep. Frank Burns, a Democrat who first won Pennsylvania’s 72nd House District in...
Westmoreland County set to review, count provisional ballots
Westmoreland County on Friday will begin counting an estimated 1,200 provisional ballots cast at the polls on Election Day. County officials said it appears nearly 83% of Westmoreland’s more than 255,000 register voters cast ballots during the November presidential election. According to unofficial totals, more than 211,000 ballots were cast....
Residential development continues in North Allegheny area
Here is a snapshot of new and ongoing residential developments within the communities of North Allegheny as of mid-October. Franklin Park Major developments under review within Franklin Park include 10 units at the Blissfield Residential Estates, with one occupied as of mid-October, according to Marci Burkhart, building zoning administrator for...
Disciplinary board suspends Pittsburgh-area lawyer with history of courting controversy
A well-known, Pittsburgh-area attorney with a history of disciplinary infractions going back 30 years has been suspended from practicing law over allegations that he failed to properly represent a client in Indiana County. The state Supreme Court Disciplinary Board recommended a nine-month suspension for attorney Milton Raiford in its report...
