Western PA Local News category, Page 760
Pharmacy information company hack has impact on Western Pa. pharmacies, chains
A cyberattack disrupted operations at a pharmacy information company beginning about two weeks ago, impacting a number of pharmacies around the country. UnitedHealth subsidiary Change Healthcare first reported on its website Feb. 21 that it is “experiencing a cyber security issue.” In updates Friday, the company said it was still...
Gator, turtles pulled from fire at Nate’s Reptile Rescue in South Park
At least one alligator and several turtles were pulled from a fire Monday afternoon at Nate’s Reptile Rescue in South Park. Allegheny County Deputy Steve Costello noticed the building at the intersection of Brownsville and McCorkle roads was ablaze just before 4 p.m., Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Mike Manko said. South...
‘Crank it up as loud as you want’: Richland studio offers optimal recording environment
The sun never rises on Sunset Place Recording Studio in Richland, at least not in the part where the action is. “We’re underground, so you don’t have to worry about bothering the neighbors,” owner Destin LeCornu said. “You can crank it up as loud as you want.” For example, guests...
Sharpsburg library’s chili cook-off draws crowd, honors former winner
A food-tasting fundraiser brought folks from Sharpsburg and surrounding towns to the borough building in memory of a community legend. At least 60 people participated in Sharpsburg Community Library’s Robert “Snakeguy” Habegger Chili Cook-off on Feb. 25. They including 10 competitors and 25 registered taste testers. “This is the best...
Allegheny County hits U.S. Steel with $1.9M fine over Clairton Coke Works emissions
Allegheny County officials Monday hit North America’s largest coke-manufacturing facility — which is also the county’s top source of air pollution — with a $1.9 million fine for uncontrolled emissions. It’s the third-largest penalty levied against U.S. Steel’s Clairton Coke Works in the past five years. The fines stem from...
Fox Chapel Area musicians perform in PMEA concerts
Several students from Fox Chapel Area School District were selected to perform in the junior high chorus, junior high band and senior high orchestra festivals for District 1 of the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association. District 1 includes schools from Allegheny, Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland counties. • Dorseyville Middle School...
Everson man receives 2 years probation for assault of Lyft driver
A former Hempfield man was ordered Monday to spend two years on probation for assaulting a Lyft driver who took him home from a gentlemen’s club in 2022. Carl L. Beltz, 43, of Everson, pleaded guilty Monday to simple assault, resisting arrest and theft. Prosecutors agreed to dismiss charges of...
In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week of Feb. 26, 2024
PA Pre-K Counts accepting applications in March PA Pre-K Counts, a program of the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette Inc., will begin taking applications in March for its locations throughout Allegheny, Beaver, Fayette and Westmoreland counties for the 2023-24 school year. PA Pre-K Counts, offered at no cost to qualifying...
Fish fry tradition continues with new management at Our Lady of Joy in Plum
The Lenten fish fry at Our Lady of Joy is under new management. Chris Allman of the Knights of Columbus Council 4242 is the new coordinator of the fundraiser at the Holy Family Parish church in Plum. The parishioner took over for the late Joe Dello Stritto Sr., who passed...
Woman pleads guilty in catalytic converter theft ring targeting Westmoreland, Indiana counties
An Indiana County woman pleaded guilty Monday to involvement in a catalytic converter theft ring, and attorneys indicated another suspect may do the same. Debbra Lynn McAdams, 56, of Homer City entered a general plea to theft, receiving stolen property, criminal mischief and criminal use of a communication facility. Two...
Murrysville OKs Olympus fracking pipeline work, pickleball business parking
Murrysville officials approved maintenance agreements last week with driller Olympus Energy to build temporary infrastructure connecting its fracking operations in Westmoreland County. The agreements cover the use of a small section of Thompson Road, as well as a little over a mile of Logan Ferry, Hankey Church and Beighley roads,...
Trib Lunch Box: Warm weather, new arena at Robert Morris and clunky plastic bag ban rollout
Here are some noon headlines from TribLive, Monday, Feb. 26, 2024: • Warm it up, Pittsburgh! The region will experience above-average temperatures from Monday through Wednesday ahead of an expected cold front that will reach Southwestern Pennsylvanian later in the week. • Robert Morris seeks to build $28M...
New Kensington gun store burglary suspects enter not guilty pleas
A federal grand jury returned indictments against two men accused of burglarizing a New Kensington gun store in January. Michael Guin, 26, of Harrison and Steyn Sarduy, 18, no address available, each are charged with conspiracy and theft of a firearm from a licensed firearms dealer. Guin also is charged...
Northland Public Library programs, week of Feb. 26, 2024
Programs and activities are scheduled at Northland Public Library, 300 Cumberland Road, McCandless: Featured programs for adults • Great Courses: Sacred Texts of the World, 10 a.m. Tuesdays in March. Join library staff members in watching lectures from the Sacred Texts series and then discussing them. The schedule is March...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of Feb. 26, 2024
Students to stage ‘The Little Mermaid’ Fox Chapel Area students will present “The Little Mermaid” at 7 p.m. Feb. 29, March 1 and 2 and 2 p.m. March 3 in the high school auditorium, 611 Field Club Road, in O’Hara. Tickets are $13, and all seats are reserved. Tickets can...
Bocce continues to thrive at Hampton High School
In the fall, an email made the rounds at Hampton High School seeking a coach for the unified bocce team. Christine Larson answered the call. “It was something that interested me, because I like kids, obviously,” Larson, a paraeducator who works with special-needs students, said. “I like to be involved...
American Legion plans expansion of banner display for veterans
Members of the Jeannette American Legion Post 344 are looking to expand a popular program honoring the city’s military veterans. First vice commander Jim Henderson said there are 100 more veterans set to be recognized, adding to the 100 service members who have already been memorialized through banners being affixed...
Ukrainian church in Arnold on the market for $200K
The closing of a Ukrainian church serving the Arnold community for almost 100 years has left many former parishioners and residents in a state of disbelief. Holy Virgin Ukrainian Orthodox Church held its last Divine Liturgy on Aug. 27 and is listed for sale for $199,999. “I’m not doing that...
In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of Feb. 26, 2024
Church hosts spaghetti dinner Hampton Presbyterian Church will host a spaghetti dinner from 4:30 to 7 p.m. March 17 to support youth group mission trips. The menu features spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread and desserts in the fellowship hall. Gluten-free options and takeout will be available. A freewill donation is accepted....
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area events, week of Feb. 26, 2024
Municipal authority looks to borrow $5M The Plum Borough Municipal Authority is preparing to borrow $5 million for a variety of capital improvements, authority Manager Howard Theis said. The projects include water and sewage work, with about $1 million going toward work on Sardis Road, Theis said. There also will...
In brief: North Allegheny area happenings, week of Feb. 26, 2024
Master gardener visits club Ingomar Garden Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. March 6 at Northmont Presbyterian Church, 8169 Perry Highway, McCandless. The business meeting will be followed by a light luncheon and guest speaker Bill Goff, Penn State master gardener. He will discuss the importance of butterfly weed in...
In brief: Bethel Park happenings, week of Feb. 26. 2024
Metal drive at George Washington George Washington Elementary School’s Fourth-Grade Green Team will hold its second annual metal Drive from 9 a.m. to noon March 23 in the school’s front parking lot. The Green Team is again partnering with Michael Brothers and Verichek Technical Services to help keep metal out...
Morning Roundup: Tractor-trailer overturns in Washington County
Here are a few morning news items for Monday, Feb. 26, 2024: Tractor-trailer overturns on I-70 A tractor-trailer crashed and turned over on its side Sunday evening, splaying across Interstate 70 in Washington County. The crash happened around 7:15 p.m. in the eastbound lanes on I-70 near the 13.5 mile...
Week’s winter warmup: Temperatures to reach into 60s, rain likely later
A late winter warmup will hit the Pittsburgh area Monday, with temperatures forecasted to eclipse the 60s multiple times this week. The region will experience above-average temperatures from Monday through Wednesday ahead of an expected cold front that will reach Southwestern Pennsylvanian later in the week, according to TribLive news...
West Deer considering multimunicipal watershed study
West Deer supervisors could join a multimunicipal study of the Deer Creek Watershed to outline ways to improve water sources and residents’ access to them. Spearheaded by the Allegheny County Conservation District, the study would leverage its support from watershed municipalities, which include Harmar and Frazer, to apply for state...
