Renatta Signorini stories, Page 118
‘Beautiful ride’: Irwin family, friends celebrate adoption of two brothersVideo
The anticipation was getting to be too much for 6-year-old Ryan Salany. “Mommy, how many minutes?” he asked again. Minutes turned into seconds and soon enough his long-awaited adoption hearing had arrived. At his adoptive parents’ Irwin dining room table, Ryan and his 2-year-old brother, Caleb, officially became new members...
Police: Mental health patient stabbed nurse in Greensburg with pen
A registered nurse was hospitalized late Tuesday after Greensburg police said a mental health patient stabbed her with a pen, according to court papers. Susan Barkley, 41, is being held in the Westmoreland County Prison without bail. She is charged with aggravated assault, simple assault, escape and resisting arrest. Officers...
Uniontown woman held for court on baseball bat assault allegations
A former Scottdale woman was left with a serious eye injury last year after she was attacked by two people she didn’t know, according to testimony. Shyanne Hawk, 20, of Derry had a baseball bat to protect herself during the fight Jan. 8, 2019, outside her Scottdale home, but testified...
Adaptive traffic signal project on Route 30 in Hempfield expected to start soon
A PennDOT project adjusting 11 traffic signals to improve traffic flow on about 3 miles of Route 30 in Hempfield is expected to get underway this summer. Spokesman Jay Ofsanik said officials from Bronder Technical Services Inc. are meeting with project managers soon. The adaptive traffic signal system will allow...
Jeannette City School District holds the line on property taxes
Jeannette City school directors unanimously approved a 2020-21 budget Monday that does not raise property taxes. The $19.8 million budget includes about $139,000 from the district’s fund balance. The board voted 8-0 with Director Tim Carney absent. The property tax rate will remain at 88 mills. The budget includes hiring...
3 accused in Fairfield robbery, burglary
A chance encounter Saturday in Fairfield Township helped state police identify three suspects who they believe robbed a man of $1,900 as he slept on his couch, according to court papers. Lawrence James McLaughlin, 41, Michelle Veronica Stiffey, 29, and Maurice Terrell Patterson, 44, all of Johnstown, are charged with...
Scottdale man pleads guilty in federal court to falsifying pipeline inspection documents
A Scottdale man pleaded guilty in federal court Monday to falsifying a document related to X-rays that checked the integrity of natural gas pipeline welds in the region, according to U.S. Attorney Scott Brady. Joshua D. Springer, 42, reported in August 2017 that a weld site on the Marine East...
Arrest record of Mt. Pleasant man accused of attempted homicide shows prior violence toward women
A 39-year-old Mt. Pleasant man accused of nearly killing a woman this month faced similar charges in connection with alleged attacks on two other women over the past two decades, according to court records. Those cases, filed in 2003 and 2014, had different outcomes, but police described in arrest papers...
Yukon man gets probation, house arrest in DUI crash that injured 2 boys
A Yukon man said he deeply regrets driving intoxicated in December 2018 when he crashed on Interstate 70, seriously injuring two children. “Ever since that happened, basically I just did a complete 360 on my life,” said Andrew Joshua Calvin, 32. “I’m sorry that I made a mistake … but...
Police: Indiana County woman cited after mask incident at Giant Eagle
An Indiana County woman was cited this week after state police said she yelled profanities at employees and pushed a shopping cart into a produce display after refusing to wear a mask inside a Giant Eagle. Troopers said they were called Sunday to the grocery store on Ben Franklin Road...
Scottdale child sex suspect released on bond
A Scottdale man accused of sexually assaulting a girl 10 years ago posted bond this week, according to court records. Joshua Michael Thomas, 40, is scheduled for a preliminary hearing Wednesday on charges of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse with a child, indecent assault and child endangerment. State police arrested him...
5 Westmoreland men to be ordained deacons in Greensburg diocese
Five Westmoreland County men are set to become permanent deacons this weekend with the Diocese of Greensburg. Their ordination will take place at a 10 a.m. Mass Saturday at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral in Greensburg, according to an announcement. The event will be livestreamed on the diocesan website and is only...
Police: Greensburg man asked woman for glass of water before alleged rape
A Greensburg man who city police said asked a female resident for a glass of water Tuesday is accused of raping her while armed with a knife, according to court papers. Justin Owens Hall, 26, is being held without bail in the Westmoreland County Prison on charges of rape, burglary...
Mt. Pleasant library doing curbside delivery of books, DVDs
Patrons of the Mt. Pleasant Public Library can once again check out physical items as the facility starts takeout service Wednesday. Cardholders can order books and DVDs that employees will deliver curbside to motorists at scheduled pickup times. The materials can be ordered by phone or through a hold in...
McKeesport man injured after crashing into Pleasant Hills home
A McKeesport man was seriously injured Sunday when the pickup he was driving crashed into a house in Pleasant Hills, according to state police. Troopers said the 44-year-old man appeared to be intoxicated after fleeing on foot from the 2 a.m. crash. He was traveling on West Bruceton Road when...
Fayette County Fair canceled
The Fayette County Fair is the latest in the region to be canceled amid concerns over the coronavirus pandemic. The fair board’s decision was announced in a post Monday night on the fair’s Facebook page. The event had been scheduled for July 30-Aug. 8 in Dunbar Township. “Our concern for...
Woman left for dead by Jacobs Creek survives; Mt. Pleasant man accused of attempted homicide
A 40-year-old woman who state police said was left for dead along Jacobs Creek survived a violent attack at the hands of a Mt. Pleasant man, according to court papers. Charles Paul Etling, 39, told investigators he dragged the woman off the side of White Bridge Road near the creek...
FBI trying to identify man accused of defacing Pittsburgh buildings during protest
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is asking for the public’s help to identify a man who agents said spray-painted several buildings in Pittsburgh during a May 31 protest. Investigators in Pittsburgh released images of the man Monday. He is suspected of spray-painting “Free Us” and “BLM” on the federal courthouse...
Charges held for court in Westmoreland prison drug smuggling case
According to police, David McGinnis told his mother that leaving a threatening voice mail for the accuser in a case against his cellmate could be considered a “job interview.” McGinnis, 27, of Bolivar, can be heard instructing his mother, Denise McGinnis, 49, of Bolivar, on recorded phone calls from the...
Man arrested in connection with 2007 rape in East Huntingdon
A Butler County man is accused by state police of giving a teenage girl alcohol in 2007 and raping her in East Huntingdon, according to court papers. Michael Anthony Bauer, 33, of Zelienople, was arrested Wednesday on charges of rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, aggravated indecent assault and related offenses....
Unity businessman plans Fourth of July fireworks at Westmoreland FairgroundsVideo
Fireworks will light up the night sky to celebrate the Fourth of July in Mt. Pleasant Township as a way for a local businessowner to give back to the community. Marcus Wisneski is planning a “drive-in fireworks show” to celebrate Independence Day at the Westmoreland Fairgrounds. It is one of...
2 killed in Washington County crash – Jun. 11, 2020
Two people were killed early Wednesday in a one-vehicle crash in Washington County, according to the coroner. Kacey Coen Shuba, 20, of Washington, was driving on Paxton Farm Road in Chartiers Township when she lost control and hit a tree. Coroner Tim Warco said the crash happened sometime between 1...
Registration required for baby supply distribution in Hempfield
Diapers and other baby necessities will be distributed to needy families Friday in Hempfield by a local nonprofit. Beverly’s Birthdays is supporting babies around the Pittsburgh area whose parents and caregivers are struggling with supplies because of the coronavirus pandemic. Supplies available during the distribution include diapers, wipes, formula, baby...
Animal cruelty charges filed after dog found on Sewickley Township road
An Allegheny County man is facing charges after a dog was found last year on a Sewickley Township road with several wounds and missing fur, according to court papers. Brian Davis, 21, of Duquesne, was charged Tuesday with animal cruelty and animal neglect. A humane officer was called Sept. 23...
Jeannette City school board expected to hold line on taxes
Jeannette City School District board members are expected to vote on a 2020-21 budget this month that contains no property tax increase. Business manager Paul Sroka said he recommended a 1-mill tax increase, but was directed by board members to prepare a spending plan that didn’t include it. About $139,000...
