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Letter to the editor: Clarifying Jan. 6 ‘hypocrisy’
The writer of the letter “Jan. 6 hypocrisy” (Sept. 1, TribLIVE) accuses the Jan. 6 committee of hypocrisy and the media of spewing propaganda. His points: • “President Trump told supporters to ‘go to … the Capitol’ (but) at no time did he call for violence or insurrection.” In response...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 12, 2022
High schools Field hockey Section 3A Peters Township 11, Hempfield 0 Section 2A Penn-Trafford 4, Latrobe 2 Golf Boys Monday’s results Class 3A Section 3 North Allegheny 200, Butler 204 Medalists: Chris Hoffman (NA) 38, Ryan Porch (B) 37 Pine-Richland 197, North Hills 234 Section 4 Central Catholic 192, Franklin...
High school roundup for Sept. 12, 2022: Thomas Jefferson wins battle of unbeatens
Bella Vozar recorded a hat trick and Olivia Supp and Natalie Lamenza had two goals each to lead Thomas Jefferson (5-0, 3-0) to an 8-0 victory over Laurel Highlands (5-1, 3-1) in a battle for first place in Section 2-3A girls soccer Monday. Abby Atkinson recorded the shutout. Avonworth 5,...
John Dorfman: Insiders have been buying at Intel, Fox
In the past few weeks, insiders have been buying their own shares at Intel Corp. (INTC) and Fox Corp. (FOX). Patrick Gelsinger, the chief executive officer at Intel, spent just over half a million dollars to buy shares in August, bringing his stake to a bit more than $7 million....
Editorial: Turnpike debt problems must be Harrisburg priority
When it comes to editorials, there are two things that most Tribune-Review readers agree on and utterly despise, without regard to party or politics: The Pittsburgh Pirates could screw up a one-car funeral, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission would increase the tolls on that one car astronomically. Pennsylvania Auditor General...
Debate talks in Pennsylvania governor, Senate races devolve into trash talk, predawn tweets
They can’t even agree on when, where or how to disagree. In two of the most important races in the country, Pennsylvania’s candidates for U.S. Senate and governor are hurling insults at each other over what was once a relatively routine process: negotiating a time and place for debates. Mehmet...
Trial begins in death penalty case against man accused of starting Homewood fire that killed 3
Cecil Douglas Sr. was asleep in his third-floor bedroom on Dec. 20, 2017, when he heard his step-son’s girlfriend call out, “‘Mom, mom, the house in on fire.’” At first, Douglas told an Allegheny County jury on Monday, he thought maybe Shamira Staten had burned something in the kitchen as...
Soldier accused of sharing racist post, engaging in extremism while at Fort Bragg
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A U.S. Army soldier shared a racist, violent reason for joining the service on Instagram and engaged in online extremism while stationed at Fort Bragg in North Carolina, according to federal investigators. “I serve for combat experience so I’m more proficient in killing (racial slur),” Killian Mackeithan...
Why did Penn State create a new VP position during a hiring freeze?
This story was produced by the State College regional bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom dedicated to investigative and public-service journalism for Pennsylvania. Sign up for our regional newsletter, Talk of the Town. The Penn State Transparency Tracker is an ongoing effort by Spotlight PA to document and...
Ex-Harrisburg councilman convicted of sharing child porn tells judge ‘I thought the rules didn’t apply to me’
Former Harrisburg councilman Brad Koplinski once ran for lieutenant governor. But on Monday, he was facing a Dauphin County judge after pleading guilty to 15 counts of possessing child pornography. “Humiliation is not a negative term. It is a return to humility,” Judge William Tully told Koplinski before sentencing him...
Pa. election 2022: Your complete guide to the candidates for governor
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan newsroom powered by The Philadelphia Inquirer in partnership with PennLive/The Patriot-News, TribLIVE/Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and WITF Public Media. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — The 2022 election for Pennsylvania governor is coming soon, and Spotlight PA wants to make sure you are prepared...
Week in pictures: Sept. 5-11
A selection of the most compelling images from Tribune-Review photographers from around the region during the week of Sept. 5-11....
From trendy to historic, these Uruguay destinations are tops
Uruguay offers a wide menu of destinations that meets very different tastes. There are world-renowned beaches such as those in Punta del Este, towns with hot springs and cities with great historical legacies. Here are some of the best options for travelers looking for cultural and fun experiences in this...
Even without Jahan Dotson, Penn State’s WR depth on display
STATE COLLEGE — When Jahan Dotson left for the NFL, Penn State saw a third of its receiving yards (1,182) and half of its receiving touchdowns (12) from 2021 walk out of the door. The Washington Commanders’ gain was the Nittany Lions’ loss. But Penn State focused on reloading after...
125 years of Grape-Nuts: Same recipe, same taste — still no grapes or nuts
Post Consumer Brands has kept the crunchy cereal largely the same to keep it on shelves for more than a century. Time-travel back to 1897 and track down a bowl of Grape-Nuts. It probably tastes just like it does today. That’s why it’s still around. Grape-Nuts is celebrating 125 years...
Yough boys look to make playoff trips a trend
When Yough’s boys soccer team made the WPIAL playoffs last season, it marked just the fourth time since 2004 the program qualified for the postseason. However, talking to Cougars coach Ron Duschak, that trend could be changing. “Soccer in the community is certainly looking up,” said Duschak, who is replacing...
Norwin grad Allie Plassio determined to help Point Park women’s cross country back to top of conferenceVideo
The Point Park women’s cross country team is used to being top dog in the River States Conference. With decorated runners such as Anna Shields and Alyssa Campbell, the Pioneers long have been the team to beat. But last fall, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, a newcomer to the conference, knocked Point Park...
Highlands grad Jaci Bowser will be driving force in growth of Clarion women’s soccerVideo
To be clear: The Clarion football team has not approached Jaci Bowser about becoming its kicker. Not yet, at least. Bowser, a senior on the Golden Eagles women’s soccer team, gained a measure of fame around the WPIAL for being one of the few girls to kick in varsity football...
‘Rosalía is the truth’: How a Spanish flamenco singer defied convention and rewired pop
MEXICO CITY — “It was like I almost drowned!” Inside one of Mexico City’s posh five-star hotels, Rosalía sinks into a cushy office chair across from me, already winded on the third day of her Latin American tour, in support of her universally acclaimed album, “Motomami.” If it wasn’t from...
Kimberly Palmer: How to balance competing savings goals
Saving money sounds straightforward — set cash aside for a future purpose — but in reality, people often face competing savings priorities. We want it all: the travel, the house, the flush savings account. So how do we figure out which savings goals to put first, especially when we’re working...
Letter to the editor: Journalists reveal truth about Mastriano
In his letter “Media biased against Republican candidates” (Aug. 26, TribLIVE), Peter Busowski insists anti-Republican journalists’ stories are full of “innuendo and half truths.” If he is referring to stories about Sen. Doug Mastriano, the Republican candidate for governor, I would like to remind him that Mastriano refuses to do...
Oakmont-Plum area happenings, week of Sept. 12, 2022
Touch a Truck in Oakmont Oakmont Lions Club has partnered with the Oakmont Carnegie Library to present the 2022 Fred Favo Memorial Touch a Truck from noon to 3 p.m. Sept. 25. The event is expected to have more than 20 different types of trucks — from police, fire and...
Monroeville area happenings, week of Sept. 12, 2022
Day of Peace The Rotary Club of Monroeville is hosting an International Day of Peace celebration from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Peace Pole in Monroeville Community Park West, 2399 Tilbrook Road. Featured are musical performances, an interfaith prayer, candlelight ceremony and opportunities to meet community leaders...
Hampton area happenings, week of Sept. 12, 2022
Legislator hosts senior expo State Rep. Lori Mizgorski, R-Shaler, will host a senior expo for Allegheny County residents from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 23 at the Hampton Community Center, 3101 McCully Road. The senior expo brings together exhibitors from local, county and state agencies to inform attendees of services...
Letter to the editor: America and Pa. need Donald Trump
If you are a Democrat or Republican who hates President Trump, you need to read this. In America you still get the government you vote for. You have elected Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer, Democrats, to run Congress, and a Democratic president, Joe Biden. These three, along with the Washington...
