Haley Daugherty stories, Page 25
Penn Hills hosts Project Prom for 3rd year
Allegheny County students have a chance to feel like royalty with the county’s Department of Human Services Project Prom. Started in 2003, Project Prom has called many areas in Allegheny County home, the most recent being Penn Hills. The program is dedicated to giving dresses, shoes and jewelry to prospective...
National Aviary welcomes new Eurasian eagle-owl chick
The National Aviary welcomed a new member of the family and is inviting guests to meet it. The Eurasian eagle-owl chick hatched on March 15. It is the 10th chick hatched by parents X and Dumbledore. “X and Dumbledore both came to the Aviary as juvenile owls and have spent...
Morning Roundup: Arrest made in South Side bank robbery; Picklesburgh adds a day
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Friday, March 22: Police make arrest for South Side bank robbery Police announced an arrest Thursday in a bank robbery that happened last weekend on the South Side. Police arrested 63-year-old Arthur Lee Williams of Coalport, Clearfield County. He...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County: March 22-24
With the temperature slowly creeping into the 50s, there are plenty of options for outdoor and indoor activities this weekend in Westmoreland County. Art installation On Saturday, the Westmoreland Cultural Trust is collaborating with Olde Towne Overhaul and New Ken Downtown Partnership to unveil its 13th pair of wings at...
Penn Hills School District kicks off spring musical season with Linton’s ‘Frozen Jr.,’ ice cream social
Penn Hills School District’s middle school and high school are kicking off their musical seasons this week. Linton Middle School, the first to take the stage, will perform “Frozen Jr.”at 7 p.m. March 21 to 23 at Linton’s Auditorium. Three elementary school students are invited to perform and portray younger...
Morning Roundup: Pittsburgh man arrested in traffic stop; I-80 crash victim identified
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Thursday, March 21: Pittsburgh man arrested during traffic stop with drugs, gun in car A Pittsburgh man is facing multiple charges including carrying a firearm without a license and possession with intent to deliver after being pulled over during...
Country singer Jay Allen brings Night of Hope tour to Jergel’s in Warrendale
Country rock singer Jay Allen has seen the power of music first-hand. When the Iowa native’s mother was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, he said one thing that could bring back the woman who raised him was country music. The genre was a constant fixture in her pickup truck when Allen...
Morning roundup: Fire hits North Huntingdon care home; Blue Flame Restaurant closes
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Wednesday, March 20: Assisted living facility fire in North Huntingdon Emergency services were called to an assisted living facility Wednesday morning. Westmoreland County 911 said a fire had started in a bathroom of Walden’s View Personal Care Home on...
Etna’s CoStar Brewing launches with soft opening
Dominic Cincotta began brewing his own beer with his friends Jeff and Caitlyn Hanna in 2009. By 2012, they had honed their craft enough to sell their brews to local restaurants and bars. Their home base was the Hannas’ garage in their Highland Park home. “It’s a process of experimentation,”...
Warm and cold air clash in Pittsburgh as spring arrives
The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh posted a warning for icy roads after reporting that a heavy band of snow would be moving through the city throughout the day. All of this comes on the first day of spring. National Weather Service Meteorologist David Shallenberger attributes this to the warring...
Morning Roundup: Man dead after domestic incident in Beaver County; crashes close roadways
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Tuesday, March 19: Man found dead of self-inflicted wound after 4-hour search in Midland, police say Police in Midland, Beaver County, deemed the borough’s streets safe after several tense hours late Monday and early Tuesday in which authorities declared...
Burchfield Primary principal recognized by Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation
Burchfield Primary School students saw a familiar face during the March 17 Pittsburgh Penguins game. Principal Jeff Rojik has been dubbed a Most Valuable Principal – also known as an MVP. He was honored by the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Grable Foundation and the Allegheny Intermediate Unit during the game with...
Morning Roundup: Crash in Liberty Tunnel; Allegheny County Police searching for suspect
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Monday, March 18: 2-vehicle crash inside Pittsburgh’s Liberty Tunnel A two-vehicle crash was reported inside the inbound Liberty Tunnel on Monday morning. Allegheny County 911 received reports of the crash a little after 5:40 a.m. According to Triblive’s news...
5 things to do this weekend in Westmoreland County: March 15-17
Luck is in the air. With a certain Irish-centered holiday being the talk of the town, community groups will be hosting celebrations all over town this weekend in Westmoreland. ‘Rhythm of the Dance’ Marking the 20th anniversary of the dance company, “Rhythm of the Dance: The National Dance Company of...
Knife found after altercation at Penn Hills High School
A knife was found at Penn Hills High School after an altercation Friday. In a statement posted on the district’s website, administration officials said an altercation broke out at the high school around noon and Penn Hills police responded to the scene. According to the adminstration, the situation was contained...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County: March 8 – 10
With the weather beginning to break, it’s time to get out and about. Here are five things to do this weekend in Westmoreland County: Coffee and Conversation Organizers at the Greensburg YMCA, 101 S. Maple Ave., will be hosting the monthly “Coffee and Conversation” event on Friday with some special...
Penn Hills High School adds girls rugby team
The Penn Hills School Board approved a pilot program for a girls club rugby team on Feb. 28. Stephanie Strauss, Penn Hills’ director of athletics and activities, said a preliminary sign-up to gauge interest was held in December at the high school. About 15 girls signed up then. After a...
Shaler Area High School hosts 8th STEAM competition
On Friday, 23 high school teams headed to Shaler Area High School to participate in the annual science, technology, engineering, art and math competition. “This is our eighth time hosting the competition,” said Paul Stadelman, high school math teacher and event co-coordinator. “When we first started, we were only around...
North Hills School District designated a Great Pennsylvania School
North Hills School District is designated as a Great Pennsylvania School. The designation, a new initiative of the Pennsylvania School Board Association, recognizes Pennsylvania public schools that provide students with access to challenging programming, strive to be community-centric, demonstrate financial well-being and display resilience. North Hills is the third district...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County: March 1-3
Folks seem to have taken Punxsutawney Phil seriously when he declared an early spring. With the arrival of March, there are a few Easter activities to get in a festive mood, along with art, wine and music events. Easter Bunny at Westmoreland Mall Shoppers at the Westmoreland Mall on Route...
Shaler Area School Board fills vacancy
Shaler Area School Board members officially filled the board’s only vacant seat on Feb. 21. The seat was left vacant after the sudden loss of long-time member Tim Gapsky on Jan. 23. School board president April Kwiatkowski said that four applicants were interviewed for the position. James Burn was approved...
Penn Hills Middle School celebrates Black History Month with soul food experience
Penn Hills Middle School students experienced firsthand the power of soul food in honor of Black History Month. On Friday morning, the scent of sweet and savory spices wafted from the home economics classroom. Select students from sixth through eighth grades gathered in the room to learn about and present...
Shaler North Hills Library updating restrooms, meeting ADA guidelines
Construction will be taking place at Shaler North Hills Library in the coming months. According to library director Sharon McRae, the building’s two upstairs restrooms are being updated to meet American Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines and a family restroom will be added to the first floor of the building. McRae...
North Hills School Board approves 5-year contract with teachers
North Hills School Board approved a five-year contract with the district’s teachers’ union Feb. 22. The same day, North Hills Education Association, which represents 380 teachers, ratified the pact. “This agreement is reflective of our fiduciary responsibility to the taxpayers while also ensuring that North Hills School District remains a...
Butler Treasure Hunting Club finds untold value in camaraderie, friendship
There’s a place where rings of gold and silver line dining room tables, jewels sparkle under the lights and historic coins of every size are within reach. Where is this modern day El Dorado? It’s on Main Street in Butler County. Brotherhood of the hunt The Butler Treasure Hunting Club...
