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Plum stormwater task force approved, members not finalized
Plum officials unanimously approved forming a new stormwater management task force to address and prioritize flooding issues in the borough. However, its members have not been selected. Several residents at Wednesday night’s meeting, including Bill Chapla, implored council to allow more than just elected officials and administrators take part in...
South Park man admits to stealing more than $1 million from Upper St. Clair church
A South Park man admitted to stealing $1.2 million from an Upper St. Clair church that he and his wife used on vacations, Pittsburgh Pirates tickets and other expenses, Allegheny County authorities say. David Reiter, 50, a former administrator at Westminster Presbyterian Church, pleaded guilty Wednesday before Allegheny County Judge...
2 Penn Hills juveniles struck by vehicles in 2 days
Two Penn Hills children were struck by vehicles in as many days. Police Chief Howard Burton said a 6-year-old boy was hit by a car at a bus stop at Frankstown Road and Erhardt Drive early Wednesday morning. Burton said the bus was headed eastbound along Frankstown Road and boy...
Plum School District’s next budget timeline released
Plum School District officials released their timeline for next school year’s budget. District Business Manager John Zahorchak said the move was to provide some communication about the upcoming financial planning, and it is too early to determine what, if any, tax increase may be necessary to balance the budget. “I...
Police: Arrest made in North Side assault that sent man to hospital
One man was taken to the hospital in critical condition and another was apprehended by Pittsburgh police in connection with an assault on the North Side. Lasalle Bradford, 49, of Pittsburgh, was arrested and charged with one count of aggravated assault after officers found a man unresponsive and not breathing...
Pittsburgh man accused of federal gun and drug crimes
A Pittsburgh man was indicted by a federal grand jury on drug and gun charges. Romello Edward Jones, 20, was charged with possession with intent to distribute heroin and fentanyl and unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition. Authorities said Jones, a convicted felon, possessed the drugs, firearm and ammunition...
Woodland Hills teachers, staff plan protest at board meeting
Woodland Hills School District teachers, paraprofessionals and related staffers plan to have a silent demonstration at a school board meeting Wednesday. Representatives of the Woodland Hills Education Association and Woodland Hills Educational Service Professionals also plan to speak at the voting meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at the administration building...
Driver of suspected stolen vehicle from Ross crashes in Pittsburgh
A driver police said was operating a vehicle possibly stolen from Ross Township crashed into another vehicle in Pittsburgh. City police were notified about a possible stolen vehicle heading inbound from Ross shortly before 7:30 p.m. Monday. Authorities said officers observed the suspected vehicle run a red light and strike...
Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice and other events in Oakmont and Plum this week
Having trouble finding things to do in Oakmont and Plum this week? Here are some suggestions: • The Oaks Theater hosts a special beer tasting and screening of Michael Keaton’s “Beetlejuice” Thursday at 310 Allegheny River Blvd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the show starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets...
Hundreds gather in Oakmont for inaugural Fall FestivalVideo
An early autumn rain Saturday gave way to afternoon sunshine as hundreds of people packed Allegheny River Boulevard for the Oakmont Chamber of Commerce inaugural Fall Festival. About 50 vendors from candle makers, brew houses, arts and crafters and other organizations participated in the event. The boulevard was blocked off...
No injuries reported in 2 vehicle crash in Baldwin
A two-vehicle crash in Baldwin closed Curry Hollow Road for about an hour Monday evening. Allegheny County dispatchers said no injuries were reported in connection with the incident near the intersection of Curry Hollow and Brownsville roads. Emergency responders cleared the scene shortly before 9:15 p.m. Baldwin Borough: Brownsville Rd/Curry...
Beth Mellor closing in on 10th anniversary as Oakmont Carnegie Library directorVideo
Editor’s note: This is part of an occasional series that features Alle-Kiski Valley residents and the notable things that they do. Beth Mellor plans to enter her 10th year as Oakmont Carnegie Library director with the same enthusiasm as her first day. “Today’s public libraries are very focused on community,...
2 men hospitalized after shooting in Pittsburgh’s Knoxville neighborhood
Two men were hospitalized in stable condition after being shot in Pittsburgh on Friday morning. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter report of gunfire around 10 a.m. along the 800 block of Georgia Avenue in the city’s Knoxville neighborhood. Authorities said police observed a vehicle speeding away from the area and...
Plum elementary honored for student health
Plum School District’s Center Elementary is one of multiple Southwestern Pennsylvania schools to be recognized for its yearlong participation in Women for a Healthy Environment’s Healthy Schools Program. The Healthy Schools Summit is set for 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Double Tree Hilton in Green Tree....
Drug, theft cases among those 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. Waived preliminary hearings • Howard Freeman Jr., 36, of Pittsburgh on charges of possession of marijuana and...
East Hills DUI Task Force to conduct roving patrols this weekend – Oct. 10, 2019
East Hills DUI Task Force will conduct roving patrols and other educational enforcement activities this weekend. The task force consists of Plum, Monroeville, White Oak, North Versailles Township, Oakmont, Penn Hills and Edgewood police departments. Project director is Plum patrolman Michael DeMarco. The enforcement/educational details will occur within the task...
Verner Elementary School library to get STEM section through grant next school year
Verner Elementary’s library will undergo a makeover next year as part of a grant-funded project. Riverview School District was one of 16 organizations selected to receive a $50,000 Blueprint for Learning grant through Remake Learning and the Grable Foundation. The district’s application was crafted by Riverview seniors and Key Club...
Oakmont officials to hire Harmony company for flood survey work
Oakmont officials plan to hire a Harmony-based company to survey Plum Creek and nearby Oakmont Commons as part of their storm water management efforts. Sperdute Land Surveying was the lowest of six bidders for the work, which is expected to take about four weeks. Council plans to award the nearly...
Man in serious but stable condition after being shot in Pittsburgh
A man was hospitalized after being shot Monday afternoon in Pittsburgh’s Larimer neighborhood. City police responded to a report of a gunshot victim around 3 p.m. along the 500 block of Larimer Avenue. Officers found a man with a wound to his head. He told police he had been shot...
Oakmont Carnegie Library to be assessed for future building improvements
Oakmont Carnegie Library officials believe a building assessment will help them plan for future improvements. Director Beth Mellor said her board and former borough council President Tom Briney were working on specifications for requests for proposals, which could be sent out by the end of the year. “It gives you...
Apollo couple sentenced to probation, restitution for stealing government funds
An Apollo couple was sentenced in federal court to three years’ probation for stealing government funds. Tara Jo Frain, 34, and Danny Ray Alexander, 46, also were ordered to pay about $25,160 in restitution for their theft conviction. The two were married in May 2012, and had been receiving supplemental...
Happenings in Plum and Oakmont this week – Oct. 7, 2019
Looking for things to do in Plum and Oakmont this week? Here are some suggestions: • Plum Community Library hosts Story Time for All 1-:1:45 p.m Tuesday at 445 Center-New Texas Road. Children ages 2-5 with their parents/caregivers are invited to come to the library for a special event with...
Assault, drug cases among those recently handled in Judge DeLuca’s Penn Hills court – Oct. 7, 2019
Penn Hills District Judge Anthony L. DeLuca handled the following cases recently. Defendants will have court dates set in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court. Charges were filed by Penn Hills police unless otherwise noted. Held for court • Thomas Pirollo, 28, of Penn Hills on charges of accident involving death...
Tarentum children’s author shares writing gift, family inspirations with the worldVideo
Editor’s note: This is part of an occasional series that features Alle-Kiski Valley residents and the notable things they do. Tarentum resident Cheryl Norris puts pen to paper immortalizing life experiences and family inspirations. “There are stories to be told,” said Norris, a 1974 Highlands High School graduate. “There are...
2 hurt in Oklahoma Borough crash
Two people were injured as a result of a two-vehicle crash in Oklahoma Borough on Friday evening. State Trooper John Corna said the driver of a gold Subaru Outback was attempting to leave the Oklahoma Inn and make a left onto Hancock Avenue around 5:30 p.m. when it collided with...
