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Hempfield residents share concerns about Fosterville Road, where speeds reach triple the posted limit
Terri Wolfinger didn’t hold back when asked about safety issues on her Hempfield street. She says cars and trucks routinely speed down Fosterville Road, residents can’t walk or bicycle along the street and motorists come close to rear-ending vehicles pulling out of driveways. Wolfinger said she’s yelled at drivers to...
Hempfield gets green light to explore possible new fire station
Hempfield officials got the OK this week to negotiate a potential land partnership with the school district to possibly build a new fire station. Township supervisors approved the measure that could bring the new station to Hempfield Area School District property near West Hempfield elementary school. That location is ideal,...
Vacancy emerges on Jeannette council after member resigns
Jeannette City Council is in need of a new member. Chad Krawtz submitted his resignation, which was effective immediately, on Sunday, said city solicitor Tim Witt. Letters of interest are being accepted until Nov. 13 by city manager Ethan Keedy. Council likely will vote on Krawtz’s resignation during its Nov....
Steelers vs. Giants: What they’re saying in New York after loss
There was one word New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones repeated numerous times during his postgame interview after losing “Monday Night Football” to the Pittsburgh Steelers: frustrating. It’s no wonder — his team dropped to 2-6 on the season, special teams players allowed a 73-yard punt return for a touchdown...
Hempfield supervisors nix tax hike, but some warn fire funding issues remain
Hempfield supervisors on Monday narrowly rejected a 3-mill property tax increase for 2025. But they hinted that the proposal could return when it comes time to prepare the 2026 budget. “Guess what, you’re kicking the can down the road,” said Supervisor George Reese, who voted in favor of the 3...
‘It was just too special’ son says of Model T McKee family donated to Lincoln Highway Experience
The 1927 Model T Touring chugged to life, just like David McKee remembered. After the car slowly was backed out of his late father’s Ligonier Borough garage Friday afternoon, it was time for some fun on a sunny fall day. “This is my last ride, so I’m going to …...
Charges amended for Greensburg hospital nurses accused of taking, sharing patient photos
Attorney Samuel Cordes got emotional Thursday while discussing how a woman in her 90s became an unknowing subject in a video recording while she was a patient at Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg. Her nude body was visible in the video that, police say, was taken without her consent by a...
Police raid 3 vape shops in Westmoreland, confiscate drug-related items
Police raided three vape shops in Westmoreland County Thursday, confiscating illegal drug-related items, authorities said. The raids took place at EZ Tobacco & Vape in Delmont, Vape & Smoke City in Hempfield and The Vape EXcape in Latrobe. It was a joint effort by local and state police, as well...
Jeannette students join effort to educate on dangers of distracted driving
Drivers entering the Jeannette Junior/Senior High School grounds will get some messages about how to stay safe behind the wheel. A group of students on Monday put up yard signs encouraging drivers to slow down, wear their seat belts and never drive impaired. Police Chief Derek Manley said distracted driving...
Former investigator at state AG’s North Huntingdon office could lose pension if convicted
A North Versailles woman accused of taking money from the Pennsylvania attorney general’s North Huntingdon office while she was an employee there could lose her pension if she’s convicted. The Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act requires a Pennsylvania State Employees’ Retirement System member or participant who commits certain crimes related...
State police seek return of suspect in stolen car case related to missing dog, Lucky
Lucky the dog has been missing for a month, but his owner’s heartbreak is still as fresh as when he first disappeared. “We’re just basically still hoping that we can find Lucky,” said Linda Folino, whose 87-year-old father, Willard Martz, is the dog’s owner. “He’s such a big part of...
Jeannette property tax rate expected to hold, future reduction of earned-income rate discussed
Property taxes in Jeannette are not expected to rise in 2025 under a tentative spending plan. “For now, we’re not anticipating a tax increase,” said city manager Ethan Keedy. Council members and Keedy on Tuesday discussed the proposed budget that would hold the line on property taxes at 35.62 mills....
Greensburg among police departments targeting drivers along school bus routes
A few problem areas for Greensburg Salem School District buses will be among those targeted Wednesday for enforcement and driver education, said city police Sgt. Reginald Harbarger. Greensburg officers are assigned to follow bus routes and sit at bus stops while paying special attention to the area of East Pittsburgh...
Hempfield man charged with stalking, solicitation of girl at bus stop
Michael D. Thomas appeared confused Friday morning when no one was at the school bus stop as usual in his Hempfield neighborhood, state police said. A state trooper parked in an unmarked car nearby watched as Thomas visited the intersection just outside Greensburg, but didn’t find the 13-year-old girl to...
Hearing set for Jeannette police officer accused of falsifying reports
A Jeannette police officer is free on $1,500 unsecured bail after his arraignment Monday on accusations that he was falsifying reports related to traffic stops. District Judge Joseph DeMarchis read details of the 18 misdemeanor counts of tampering with records to Matthew S. Painter, 40, of Penn Township during the...
Jeannette whittles list of properties targeted for demolotion
John Gelsdorf was glad to hear Friday a rundown home on property he owns in Jeannette is slated for demolition. He said he is “totally in favor, the place is a disaster and that’s being kind. It needs to come down.” City officials agree. Gelsdorf’s property at 901 Zimmerman St....
Sewickley Township man accused of dousing neighbor, houses and vehicles with flammable liquid
A Sewickley Township man ordered last month to be released from jail to inpatient treatment in connection with an incident involving his neighbor was arrested Thursday night after state police said he lit a fire outside of a home in his neighborhood, according to court papers. Kurtis C. Baker, 33,...
Lawsuit: Greensburg woman sickened when overhead sewage pipe burst at Live Casino Pittsburgh
A Greensburg woman was playing slots at Live Casino Pittsburgh when an overhead pipe burst, covering her with raw sewage, according to a lawsuit filed this week in Westmoreland County Court. Rita Romagnoli contracted bacterial pneumonia and was a hospital patient for 15 days, the suit states. She and husband...
Morning Roundup: Police seek man who shot at officers in Penn Hills; man reportedly falls from Pleasant Hills balcony
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Friday, Oct. 18: Police seek man who shot at officers in Penn Hills Allegheny County Police are seeking help from the public in finding a Wilkinsburg man who they said shot at Pittsburgh police Thursday morning in Penn Hills....
Jeannette man charged after incident at Westmoreland County prison
A Westmoreland County Prison guard had a concussion and shoulder injury after police said he was attacked by an inmate, according to court papers. Westmoreland County detectives reported watching a video of the Aug. 28 incident in which Jericho M. Dechicchis, 23, of Jeannette, was seen in a processing room...
Morning Roundup: 3 firefighters injured in Ross blaze; 2nd gun found this week at Pittsburgh airport
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Thursday, Oct. 17: 3 firefighters injured in Ross blaze A smoky fire at a Ross auto service station Wednesday evening sent three firefighters to a hospital with minor injuries, Trib news partner WTAE reported. The blaze at Tao’s Auto...
Pedestrian killed by vehicle in Jefferson Hills
A pedestrian was killed after being hit by a vehicle in Jefferson Hills on Wednesday evening, according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner. Jessica Schroeder, 26, of West Elizabeth was on foot on Route 837 in front of the Shop N Go convenience store at 7:30 p.m. when she was...
Antique wooden bar stolen from vandalized Donegal Township B&B
A business agreement for the takeover of a Donegal Township bed and breakfast went south when police said the prospective owners ransacked the interior, shot up glassware and disappeared, taking the establishment’s antique bar with them. State police are looking for a Kentucky woman who they believe scammed the co-owners...
Trafford man accused of numerous drug deals with undercover officer
The amount of money and drugs being exchanged by an undercover North Huntingdon officer and a Trafford man increased over seven controlled buys between August and Tuesday, according to court papers. At their first meeting Aug. 19, Vondae Duane Freeman, 38, is accused of giving the undercover officer a few...
Pittsburgh Public Schools unveils plan to consolidate, reconfigure facilities
A plan to reduce the footprint of Pittsburgh Public Schools from 54 to 42 schools was introduced Tuesday. Education Resource Strategies suggests closing 14 schools and 10 facilities, reconfiguring 12 schools and opening three new schools. The consultant was hired by the district and examined community feedback and a variety...
