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What to know about the latest round of free covid-19 tests
A new round of free at-home covid-19 tests officially began shipping this week. Each household can request four free tests via mail through covidtests.gov, the Biden administration announced, according to the Washington Post. The free tests will detect current virus strains, according to the Associated Press. The revival of the...
Norwin failed to eliminate ‘racially hostile environment,’ Department of Education says
The Norwin School District violated federal civil rights laws when it allowed what the U.S. Department of Education called repeated, racially harassing conduct over 10 months in 2021. The district agreed to a seven-point plan to ensure it complies with the law. “The Norwin School District has now committed to...
New Kensington man convicted of kidnapping, robbery
A Westmoreland County jury on Wednesday convicted of a New Kensington man of holding an Ohio woman captive at his home following their third in-person date nearly three years ago. Following about two hours of deliberations, the jury found Steven Daniel Best Jr., 41, guilty of felony counts of kidnapping...
DA’s office probes missing money from McKeesport police evidence room
Detectives from the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office are investigating allegations of missing money from the McKeesport Police Department evidence room. Mayor Michael Cherepko and District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala Jr.’s office Wednesday confirmed the probe. “The circumstances in question pertain to an ongoing investigation and potential personnel matters, which...
Long-awaited infrastructure work funded, set to begin next year in Jeannette
Infrastructure improvements are crucial for rural communities like Jeannette, whose glass-making history is woven into American heritage, U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small said Wednesday. “In order for towns to continue thrive, investment is important with infrastructure,” she said. Two low-interest 40-year loans from the USDA to...
New Kensington-Arnold increases police presence at high school, homecoming events
There was an increased police presence planned at Valley High School when students returned Thursday after the New Kensington school was closed following a shooting in the city involving high school-age juveniles. In a letter to families, New Kensington-Arnold Superintendent Chris Sefcheck said he decided to close the high school...
2nd caretaker charged with neglect at Verona facility
For the second time in as as many weeks, Verona police charged a caretaker at the same assisted living facility with neglecting the care of a client. “It’s unnerving,” Officer Thomas Dessell said of the most recent charges. Myesha Pennix, 25, of Pittsburgh, was accused Sept. 26 of ignoring the...
McDonald’s fundraiser to benefit 131 schools in tri-state area
Local schools across Western Pennsylvania will benefit from a McDonald’s restaurant fundraiser next week. From open to close on Wednesday, Oct. 9, dubbed Arch Support Digital Fundraiser Day, schools will earn 20% of all sales purchased through the McDonald’s app at their partner restaurant. Across the tri-state area, 131 schools...
3 charged in bail scam that targeted North Huntingdon couple, Pittsburgh woman
Three men from New York City are accused of tricking a Pittsburgh woman out of $20,000 and trying to get $18,000 from a North Huntingdon couple through a bail scam, according to court papers. Township police this week charged Alfonso J. Camareno, 36, of Flushing; Jason Alvarez, 31, of Queens;...
New apartment complex in Uptown to aid homeless
Pittsburgh-based nonprofit Bethlehem Haven on Wednesday broke ground on an Uptown site that will provide affordable housing to the homeless. Dubbed Uptown Flats, the four-story building will include 34 apartments, various services to support residents and administrative offices for Bethlehem Haven, which offers housing and other support to homeless people....
Blairsville women charged in feline neglect case involving 87 sickened, 13 dead cats in Derry Township
Two women who authorities say are responsible for 87 sick cats at a Derry Township mobile home were arraigned Wednesday on dozens of animal cruelty charges. The abuse caused the deaths of 13 cats, according to investigators. Pamela Curry, 63, and Kimberly Rose, 44, both of Blairsville, are charged with...
Monroeville Rotary marks International Day of Peace
In honor of World Peace Day, Monroeville Rotary held its fifth annual International Day of Peace Program on Sept. 21, along with its first 5K Run Walk, at Monroeville Community Park West. Established in 1981 by the United Nations, International Day of Peace is observed worldwide to promote harmony, pacifism...
Monroeville Historical Society celebrates Heritage Day
The Monroeville Historical Society held its annual Heritage Day Sept. 28 at McGinley House and McCully Log House. “Our goal is to preserve Monroeville’s history and to educate the community,” Society President Bruce Walker said. The society conducted tours of the McGinley House — the oldest existing stone house in...
Gateway OKs clay target team
Monroeville’s Gateway School District will have a clay target team beginning next spring. School board members voted unanimously this weekto allow creation of the team, which will not use any district funds. Solicitor Bruce Dice told directors he checked with the district’s insurer and the league activities will be covered....
What to know about the latest round of free covid-19 tests
A new round of free at-home covid-19 tests officially began shipping Monday, the Washington Post reported. Each household can request four free tests via mail through covidtests.gov, the Biden administration announced, according to the Post. The free tests will detect current virus strains, according to the Associated Press. The revival...
Moondog’s concert to benefit North Hills Community Outreach’s winter utility program
Local bands will light up the stage Friday, Oct. 11, at Moondog’s in Blawnox to help ensure people in need can keep their utilities on this winter. Featured acts during the Got It Covered fundraiser will be three-piece surf-rock band The Turbosonics and plaidtastic rockabilly quartet Polkamaniacs 4. Compassion Fatigue,...
More beers brewed with grain grown in Crabtree, Hempfield, New Alexandria and Unity
Vince Mangini’s goal in starting Allegheny Mountain Malt has always been to shorten the supply chain for local beer brewers and farmers. Now the company is looking to expand its offerings, bringing business development director Taiece Brooks on board. “Being able to shake hands with your malter, being able to...
Hampton celebrates Homecoming with pregame Talbot Tailgate
A carnival atmosphere prevailed at Hampton’s Talbot Tailgate, held Friday afternoon in the middle school parking lot prior to the Homecoming football game across the street at Fridley Field. The lot was filled with booths featuring food, activities and opportunities to meet folks from throughout the community. One of the...
Some Latrobe officials question recommendation for city to add more staff
A consultant hired to assess government operations in Latrobe has recommended two new supervisory positions and a more focused role for the finance director. City council members questioned the potential impact of the suggestions on the budget. Dormont-based Grass Root Solutions is expected to complete a five-year strategic management plan...
Hampton junior cheerleaders shine in 1st competitionVideo
There’s a first time for everything, and Hampton Junior Football Association cheerleaders made the most of theirs. During CheerFest, held in September at Deer Lakes High School, the Hampton girls scored numerous first-, second- and third-place finishes as determined by a panel of judges. “They had been working so hard,...
Westmoreland happenings: Walk in Penn’s Woods, pancake breakfast, craft show, more
Church News • St. James Church, New Alexandria, will screen season 4 of “The Chosen” at 6 p.m. Tuesdays in October at the church, 306 St. James Lane. A discussion will be after each episode. A pet blessing will be at 6 p.m. Oct. 4 at the church. Meet in...
Morning Roundup: Police investigate suspicious vehicle fire; Pittsburgh man charged in bank robbery
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Wednesday, Oct. 2: Investigation underway into suspicious vehicle fire Pittsburgh’s Fire Investigation Unit said it is looking into what has been deemed a suspicious fire, city police said. Late Monday, emergency crews reported to the Bedford Dwellings neighborhood to...
Allegheny County seeks resident input on what to do with opioid settlement funds
Allegheny County is conducting a series of listening sessions and online activities to gather public input into where to invest millions of dollars from national opioid settlement funds and other funding sources. According to a release from the county, under the terms of the opioid settlements reached in 2021 and...
1 dead in shooting in West Mifflin
Allegheny County Police are investigating a homicide at a West Mifflin housing complex that is already facing charges for operating as a public nuisance. Police said 911 was first alerted a little after 10 p.m. Tuesday of shots fired near the 40 building in Mon View Heights. Emergency services found...
The Stroller, Oct. 2, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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