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Overdue honor

Seventy years after …

Seventy years after the fact, World War II veteran Daniel Romano, 92, of Hempfield received a Bronze Star for his service in the Philippines.
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The brand in demand

The potential fine …

The potential fine is 10 times less than what some sellers have fetched for a bottle of Pappy Van Winkel bourbon on various secondary and black markets.
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Patience pays off

Chris Kunitz forced …

Chris Kunitz forced overtime with a late goal, and Simon Despres finished off a needed 2-1 win for the Penguins with a marker at 2:21 of overtime.
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Hacking skills honed

Teams of students …

Teams of students from the nation’s military academies gathered Friday in Oakland for the second CyberStakes Competition.
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Picker in Pittsburgh

“American Picker” Frank …

“American Picker” Frank Fritz and a synthetic skating rink will be among the highlights of the Pittsburgh Indoor/Outdoor Home Show in Monroeville.
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UPMC researcher who died of cyanide poisoning committed suicide

By Michael Hasch 8:32 a.m.
The UPMC researcher who collapsed at her desk and died a few hours later took her own life, …

Pittsburgh police warn of toy guns that look like the real thing

Wilkinsburg auto dealer scammed at least 30 people, police say

Week before sentencing, Ferrante seeks acquittal or new trial 8:39 a.m.

2nd lawsuit filed against Gov. Wolf seeking reinstatement of open records director

Penguins finally break through, defeat Devils at Prudential Center

By Jason Mackey

NEWARK, N.J. — The Penguins’ patience paid off. Facing the New Jersey Devils at Prudential …

Penguins notebook: Bennett a healthy scratch

Rooney says Pittsburgh is ‘good place’ for next northern Super Bowl

Pitt’s Artis showing knack for picking up scoring slack

ND’s Grant an example for Pitt’s Johnson

Manson brings “The Hell Not Hallelujah Tour” to AE

By Jack Fordyce

Following the release of his ninth studio album, “The Pale Emperor,” Marilyn Manson brought a …

Rooney says Pittsburgh is ‘good place’ for next northern Super Bowl

Nation sick of Obama blunders, Perry tells state Republicans 8:12 a.m.

Fabregas: When you’re done reading this, take a break from sitting

Designs by Frank Lloyd Wright nominated for World Heritage inclusion

Ford City family needs $10K for dog that detects seizures

Goodell defends league, dodges difficult questions

$800K spent to revamp California University of Pa. president’s home

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Sting highlights demand for Pappy Van Winkle bourbon

By Natasha Lindstrom 8:12 a.m.

He thought he had a hot commodity he could flip quickly for a profit: a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle 20 Year, one of the nation’s most highly sought-after bourbons. …

New CEO eager to revitalize Pittsburgh International Airport
Military academy members hone hacking skills at competition
Propel Braddock school bans backpacks, to add metal detectors
Pittsburgh police warn of toy guns that look like the real thing

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Hempfield man receives long-overdue Bronze Star for World War II service

By Greg Reinbold 10:58 a.m.

Daniel Romano wasn’t sure his congressman’s office had the right guy. Romano, 92, a World War II veteran, said he was surprised when he learned he should have been awarded …

Monessen woman dies in truck-car crash on Route 51 in Fayette County
Longtime Greensburg District Judge Albert will seek fifth term
Charges advance for men accused in police scuffle at Fort Ligonier Days
Arnold man’s molestation conviction upheld
Odor from minor fuel spill causes evacuation of West Point Elementary

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Natural gas industry buys share of Super Bowl spotlight

By David Conti

The natural gas industry is making a big bet on Pennsylvania preserves and produce during this year’s Super Bowl. The American Petroleum Institute said Friday it will air regional spots …

PPG submits offer for French sealants, adhesives business unit
Trib 30 stocks drop to 4-month low 10:51 a.m.
Consol Energy posts $74M profit in fourth quarter
BNY Mellon expands role for treasury exec
Wall Street closes January on down note; Dow sheds 251 points 10:51 a.m.

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Review: Score, costumes shine in Pittsburgh Public Theater’s ‘My Fair Lady’

By Alice T. Carter

All she wants is a room somewhere, far away from the cold night air. Eliza and the audience get that and a whole lot more with Pittsburgh Public Theater’s “My …

Review: Stylish whodunit ‘The Loft’ doesn’t reach narrative heights
Designs by Frank Lloyd Wright nominated for World Heritage inclusion
Manson brings “The Hell Not Hallelujah Tour” to AE
Ex-rap mogul ‘Suge’ Knight arrested in deadly LA hit-and-run
‘Black or White’ leaves Kevin Costner spent — emotionally and financially
Review: ‘Black or White’ finds dramatic promise in the grey areas of American race relations

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Homework: Pittsburgh Home Show to feature celebs, wine and pets

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Frank Fritz from the History channel’s “American Pickers,” 200 exhibitors and a synthetic skating rink will be among the highlights of the Pittsburgh Indoor/Outdoor Home Show from Feb. 6 to …

Prison artists add works to Braddock Carnegie’s art-lending library
Snow can be positive for garden, but negatives can be a slippery slope
First Draft: Local brewers craft friendships, hash out new recipes
Designer Bethany Mota coming to Ross Park Mall
Trendy jumpsuits are heating up red carpets
Fashion FYI: Exhibit of Mario Epanya’s fashion photos to end in Highland Park

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By Byron York
It took a while for Republicans to catch on to what President Obama is doing with the U.S. terrorist prison in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. But now that it’s clear Obama is rushing to empty the place, Republicans are stepping up …