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Pirates farm report for May 8, 2026: Seth Hernandez Ks 9 in 6 shutout innings for Bradenton
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple A, 14-22) and Omaha (Royals) were rained out. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader Saturday. Next: Saturday vs. Omaha (Royals), doubleheader, 6:05 p.m. ALTOONA (Double-A, 9-21) lost 5-1 to Chesapeake (Orioles). 1B Callan Moss (.248) went 2 for 4 with an RBI and...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 8, 2026
High schools Baseball WPIAL playoffs Baseball Class 6A Quarterfinals May 18 schedule Mt. Lebanon (12-7) vs. Butler (17-3) at North Allegheny, 7 p.m.; Central Catholic (9-11) vs. Norwin (12-8) at Gateway, 7 p.m.; Seneca Valley (10-10) vs. Canon-McMillan (15-5) at Boyce Mayview Park, 4 p.m.; Hempfield (10-10) vs. North Allegheny...
High school roundup for May 8, 2026: Graham Keen leads Mt. Lebanon over Upper St. Clair in playoff tune-up
Winning pitcher Graham Keen gave up one run in six innings and went 3 for 4 with a run scored to lead Mt. Lebanon to a 6-2 win over Upper St. Clair in nonsection baseball Friday. Chase Smith doubled and drove in two runs and Cole Kappeler had two hits...
Basketball gets more beer money, while tennis, other small college sports worry over future
Basketball got the beer money. Many smaller sports around the NCAA are still looking for a lifeline. The expansion of March Madness and the $300 million in extra revenue that comes with it through opening sponsorships to beer, wine and liquor companies offered a brief reprieve from the steady drip...
Breaking down the 2026 WPIAL baseball playoffs
WPIAL baseball playoffs breakdown Class 6A Favorite: Butler has the pitching to go a long way. The Golden Tornado are on a 10-game winning streak and have allowed a measly 36 runs all season. They have nine shutouts with Division I arms Kyle Casteel and Nolan Stefaniak mowing down lineups....
Scott L. Bohn: Good intentions, flawed policy in Allegheny County’s police ordinance
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed ordinance concerning restrictions on face coverings and mandatory personal identification requirements for law enforcement officers within Allegheny County. While I appreciate the intent to promote transparency and maintain community trust, the proposed approach raises serious concerns regarding officer safety,...
Letter to the editor: Legislators condemn endangerment of candidate
As women and as representatives of the Pennsylvania state House, we stand together to demand an end to the dangerous political tactics being perpetrated against Democratic 45th District candidate Brittany Bloam and her family in the form of an anonymous mailer broadcasting her home address to thousands of residents in...
Thomas Kelly: Promoting civic literacy for America’s 250th
We Americans have always felt anxious about our democracy. As Benjamin Franklin famously said, ours is only “a republic, if you can keep it,” and we’ve been plagued by a nagging feeling ever since that we can’t. The latest bout of handwringing is brought on by declining literacy and the...
Letter to the editor: Vote Omler, because character counts
Veteran Jordan Omler is running for office in a district where the odds are stacked against him. He knows it — and he’s doing it anyway, because he believes the people here deserve a voice that puts them first. I served in Vietnam. That experience taught me how to recognize...
Here’s how to pick up the new Pittsburgh Weekend edition
Hello, Pittsburgh! The new Pittsburgh Weekend print edition launches Saturday, covering not just what’s within Pittsburgh city limits but also the communities in Allegheny County surrounding it. From City Hall to Heinz Hall, from Restaurant Row to Robotics Row, from Benedum Center to Acrisure Stadium, the Trib’s Weekend edition will...
Letter to the editor: Abortion reason for population decline
I read George Will’s April 25 column on the decline of America’s population. Will cited a record low fertility rate last year and all the potential economic impacts. What he didn’t make any effort to mention, and what the Trib ignored by irresponsibly publishing his article, was the impact of...
Laurels & lances: Building up & breaking down
Laurel: To a regional reality. The University of Pittsburgh is making a significant investment in students at its regional campuses. Beginning this fall, Pitt will cover tuition at its Greensburg, Bradford, Johnstown and Titusville campuses for students whose families make $75,000 or less annually. The move is designed to make...
The Stroller, May 8, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Annual sawdust carpet celebration...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from April 30-May 6, 2026
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, TribLive’s “Scenes from the Valley” photo package brings to life activities and moments happening in your backyard. To have a photo considered as a “Scenes from the Valley” candidate, please...
Letter to the editor: Conor Lamb and clean energy
Regarding the op-ed by Kate Harper and Conor Lamb “Our energy future is ‘Made in Pa.’ ” (April 14, TribLive): Lamb just can’t help himself. He’s rooted to the past and big industry, so proud that Pennsylvania is second in the nation for energy production. Not of clean, safe renewables,...
Pirates farm report for May 7, 2026: Indy wins on walk-off single by Rafael Flores Jr.
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple A, 14-22) beat Omaha (Royals), 5-4, on a walk-off RBI single by C Rafael Flores Jr. in the bottom of the 10th. Flores (.222) went 2 for 5 with two RBIs. SS Alika Williams (.356) went 2 for 4 with two doubles and two RBIs. 2B Termarr Johnson...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 7, 2026
High schools Baseball Thursday’s results Nonsection Albert Gallatin at Beth-Center, ppd. Apollo-Ridge 6, Leechburg 3 Aquinas Academy 2, Sewickley Academy 1 Armstrong 19, South Park 12 Beaver 4, Chartiers Valley 3 Bentworth 18, Sto-Rox 0 Bethel Park 7, Canon-McMillan 2 Carlynton 14, Rochester 1 Charleroi 11, Serra Catholic 9 Elizabeth...
High school roundup for May 7, 2026: In playoff tuneup, Valley hands 1st loss to Freeport
Winning pitcher Dom Dunkel and Brady Moore homered to lead Valley to a 4-2 victory over Freeport in a nonsection matchup of playoff baseball teams Thursday, handing the Yellowjackets their first loss of the season. Jaron Minford had three hits and Nikolas Heakins pitched two scoreless innings to pick up...
Pentagon watchdog declines to investigate Kid Rock flights
WASHINGTON — The Defense Department’s independent watchdog is declining to investigate a U.S. Army helicopter flight near the home of musician Kid Rock and at a “No Kings” protest against President Donald Trump, according to a letter from the Pentagon’s new inspector general. The letter, dated April 24 and released...
Pa. Senate votes to end auto emission inspections
The state Senate this week passed a bill that would end Pennsylvania’s emissions inspection program for non-commercial vehicles, splitting the legislative body along regional lines. The program — well-known to motorists as the second inspection sticker that goes on their windshields every year — has been around since the federal...
Breaking down the 2026 WPIAL softball playoffs
WPIAL softball playoffs breakdown Class 6A Favorite: A heavy favorite to repeat, Hempfield is seeking its 10th WPIAL title, which would tie it with Baldwin and Sto-Rox for the most in WPIAL history. The Spartans are averaging 10.1 runs per game and have won 17 consecutive games. They have, however,...
Senior games return at sites in Westmoreland
The annual Westmoreland County Senior Games have returned and will run through May 15. County leaders hope the games foster activity, interest and interaction among senior citizens. Events include high and low impact activities, and medals are awarded to the top three finishers in each event and age bracket. Many...
Video captures moments before deadly crash near Fort Duquesne BridgeVideo
Seconds before a five-car crash killed two people Wednesday afternoon near the Fort Duquesne Bridge, a McKees Rocks man was stunned by how fast a black SUV zipped and weaved through the traffic around him on Route 65. “He was flying as soon as he merged onto the highway,” Nicholas...
Plum Area Ladies Society celebrates America’s 250th anniversary at banquet
The Plum Area Ladies Society recently celebrated its annual banquet at Ebbie’s Craft Kitchen & Catering in Monroeville. In addition to celebrating a successful year, the ladies society installed its new officers for the 2026-27 year. The theme of the banquet was America’s 250th anniversary, as seen in the patriotic...
Trib Total Media launches Pittsburgh-based investigative newsroom led by Andrew Conte
A new investigative newsroom focusing on original accountability reporting launches this month at Trib Total Media, the latest step in its expansion in the Pittsburgh market, Trib officials announced Thursday. The newsroom, which will be based in Pittsburgh’s North Shore, will be directed by award-winning journalist Andrew Conte, who is...
