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DUI, drug cases recently handled by Judge Herbst in Monroeville – Dec. 13, 2019
Monroeville District Court Judge Jeffrey Herbst handled these cases recently. Defendants will have court dates set in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. Charges were filed by Monroeville police unless otherwise noted. Held for court • Jeffrey Sever, 38, of Monroeville on charges of strangulation, resisting arrest, harassment and...
DUI, theft cases among recent Monroeville police investigations – Dec. 13, 2019
Monroeville police filed the following charges Dec. 2-10 in District Judge Jeffrey L. Herbst’s office: • Shaquayla Peters, 30, of Pittsburgh with retail theft and possession of instruments of a crime. Charges were filed Dec. 7 in connection with an incident along the 3600 block of William Penn Highway. •...
Penn Hills pre-K classrooms have kids excited for schoolVideo
Transitioning into kindergarten can be challenging for young students and their parents. That’s why a local nonprofit recently opened two new classrooms to make those efforts as smooth as possible for Penn Hills families. “Every transition in life has their own anxieties,” said Rene Ozias-Hawthorne, pre-k manager with the Private...
Cases recently handled by Judge Linda Zucco in Plum
District Judge Linda Zucco recently handled the following cases. Charges were filed by Plum police unless otherwise noted. Waived preliminary hearings • Michael Basch, 28, of Jefferson Hills on charges of careless driving, driving an unregistered vehicle and accident involving damage to attended vehicle/property. Charges were filed Oct. 10. •...
Penn Hills couple loses home, 2 cats to fire
A Penn Hills couple was receiving help from the Red Cross Wednesday after a fire claimed their two cats and Ross Road home. Penn Hills Fire Marshal Chuck Miller said firefighters responded to the blaze at a modular home across from Ross Park around 10:10 a.m. A preliminary investigation indicated...
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 student diagnosed with tuberculosis
A student at Pittsburgh Public Schools’ Arsenal 6-8 was diagnosed with tuberculosis, Allegheny County Health Department officials announced Tuesday. The student reportedly is out of school receiving medication to treat the illness and is expected to return in the near future. Officials said they are identifying individuals who may have...
Pivik students pitch in to make presents for Children’s Institute students
Pivik Elementary students and a Habitat for Humanity Allegheny Valley volunteer have partnered to provide special hand-made toys for the Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh. Tom Hughes, a Korean War veteran and one of the original Habitat helpers, made multiple hand-carved wooden reindeer for the nonprofit. He continued that effort this...
Happening in Plum and Oakmont this week: meditation, movies and more
Looking for something to do in Plum or Oakmont this week? Here are some suggestions: • Meditation with a Monk is set for 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Oakmont library. Join the monks from Natrona Heights’ Pittsburgh Buddhist Center for an hour of relaxing meditation. The program is...
Man shot in the leg in Pittsburgh
A man was shot in the leg in Pittsburgh Monday night. City police are investigating the incident reported around 8:40 p.m. along the 5500 block of Hays Street. Authorities said officers found a man who had been shot in the leg, and he told officers it happened at Hays Street...
Plum officials ink a new 4-year deal with public works union employees
A new four-year deal for Plum public works employees comes with raises and a borough contribution to a new supplemental pension fund. Council unanimously approved the contract Monday, effective through 2023. Borough Manager Michael Thomas said it affects about 24 employees and Plum plans to hire more next year. The...
Plum officials appoint storm water task force members, plan to meet in January
Plum officials selected their storm water task force members and plan to have the group’s first formal meeting next month. Council unanimously voted Monday night to appoint residents Ronald Costa, Ricci Vigno, David Reynolds, Carlos Escalante and Carey Cole to the team designed to address and prioritize flooding issues in...
Christmas barbershop music concert to take place in Verona
The North Hills Harmony Line Chorus will perform a special Christmas barbershop music concert at the Western Pennsylvania Center for the Arts in Verona. Good seats are still available for the show set for 2 p.m. Saturday at 300 James St. Songs will be from different genres and eras. Tickets...
Fans don costumes, get 1-on-1 access with celebrities at Steel City ConVideo
Steel City Con at the Monroeville Convention Center allowed pop culture fans to interact with celebrities and express themselves through costumes all weekend long. The convention celebrated it’s 30th anniversary a few months ago and is one of the largest comic conventions in the nation, according to its organizers. “The...
Riverview school board has new members, new leadership
Riverview school board has new members and new leadership. Political newcomers Jennifer Chaparro, Jane Miller and Melanie Pallone were sworn in to four-year seats while incumbent Maureen McClure was sworn in to her third term at a reorganization meeting Thursday. They were sworn in by district Business Manger Tammy Good....
Plum Community Center collecting donations for Meals on Wheels
Plum Community Center is collecting clothing and other donations for Meals on Wheels as part of its participation in a national charitable campaign. People can drop off non-skid socks, scarves, gloves, hats, hand towels and washcloths from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 499 Center-New Texas Road....
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces Harris Theater December programming
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announced the upcoming films that will be screened at Downtown’s Harris Theater. Programming at the Liberty Avenue theater was suspended late last month when the Pittsburgh Center for Arts and Media, which handled screenings at Harris through its Pittsburgh Filmmakers arm, had extensive cuts and layoffs....
Monroeville man sentenced to more than 12 years in prison for federal drug, gun crimes
A Monroeville man convicted of distribution of fentanyl to someone who overdosed and died was sentenced to 12 years and seven months in federal prison, U.S. Attorney Scott W. Brady announced Friday. Ryan Williams, 31, was also found guilty of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Authorities said...
Free rides on historic 96A-Golden Triangle route mark end of Neoplan USA buses
People will have one last chance to ride decades-old Port Authority buses as the transit agency honors their retirement by restoring a long-gone Pittsburgh route this weekend. The final two Neoplan USA buses left in Port Authority’s fleet will go out of service after this weekend. Neoplan USA buses have...
Plum’s 4th Christmas event draws record crowdsVideo
Danica D’Ambrosio’s eyes lit up like a Christmas tree when she saw Santa arrive at Plum Creek Park. The excitement quickly turned to concern for the Center Elementary kindergartner when the Grinch snuck up on the jolly fellow and tried to steal his sleigh last week. But then cheers rang...
Oakmont mulls decision on cycling, off-leash dogs in Dark Hollow Woods
It appears Dark Hollow Woods in Oakmont will remain a place for off-leash dogs and bicyclists as council continues to mull over a recreation board proposal. Council previously approved a six-month trial period to test off-leash times and cycling in the publicly owned park near Crystal Drive. Recreation board member...
Penn Hills school board gets new members and vice president, retains current president
Newly elected Penn Hills School Board members were sworn in, and their president and vice president selected at a reorganization meeting Dec. 4. Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Philip Ignelzi administered the oath of office to Rob Marra, Erin Vecchio, Jackie Blakey-Tate, Meryl Thomas and Elizabeth Rosemeyer. They were the...
Drug, DUI cases among recent Monroeville police activity
Monroeville police filed the following charges Nov. 29 to Dec. 2 in District Judge Jeffrey L. Herbst’s office: • Kyrah Carey, 21, of Wilkinsburg with retail theft. Charges were filed Nov. 29 in connection with an incident along the 4000 block of Monroeville Boulevard. • Christian Wells, 23, of Pittsburgh...
Theft, firearms cases recently handled by Judge Herbst in Monroeville
Monroeville District Court Judge Jeffrey Herbst handled these cases recently. Defendants will have court dates set in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. Charges were filed by Monroeville police unless otherwise noted. Held for court • Mark Cessna, 44, of Homer City on charges of possession of controlled substances,...
Oakmont officials welcome a new firefighter
Oakmont officials welcomed their newest firefighter when Isaiah Wilson, 20, was sworn in by Mayor Christopher Whaley at a council workshop meeting Monday night. Wilson’s addition makes 20 active members in the borough volunteer fire department, according to Chief Dave Carroll. “We’re thrilled to have him on board,” Carroll said....
Plum’s Stuff-a-Bus event nets 650 gifts for Toys for TotsVideo
Hundreds of Plum-area children will receive new toys this holiday season thanks to the efforts of district students and community members. Plum High School hosted its fifth annual Stuff-a-Bus event Dec. 3. It netted 650 toys for the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign. “It helps supply Christmas for...
