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Arnold Council honors police officers from city and beyond for efforts during Arnold Manor fire
Thirteen police officers who evacuated residents of the Arnold Manor high-rise when the building caught fire Dec. 9 have been honored by Arnold city officials. Mayor Joseph Bia and council on Tuesday presented the officers with framed certificates of appreciation for their efforts. Bia said their efforts were crucial in...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 12, 2022
High schools WPIAL Basketball Boys Wednesday’s results Class 3A Section 4 Brownsville 51, Beth-Center 23 Nonsection Armstrong at Brashear, ppd. Carrick at South Park, ppd. Gateway 65, South Allegheny 53 Elizabeth Forward 68, Plum 63 Seneca Valley 66, Penn-Trafford 47 Southmoreland at Brownsville, ppd. Brentwood 68, South Side 48 St....
High school roundup for Jan. 12, 2022: Montour climbs in section standings
Olivia Lyscik had 24 points and Raegan Kadlecik scored 17 to lead Montour to a 60-33 Section 2-4A girls basketball victory over Quaker Valley on Wednesday night. Jordyn Wolfe added 12 for Montour (7-2, 3-1). Lauren Blackmer led Quaker Valley (4-6, 2-3) with 12 points. Albert Gallatin 52, Charleroi 35...
Tax refunds could be delayed this year because of pandemic and budget issues, treasury officials say
Officials from the Treasury Department announced the Internal Revenue Service would face major challenges, leading to frustrations from both taxpayers and tax preparers. Tax refunds might be delayed as a result of budget cuts to the IRS, the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, and ongoing stimulus-related workload issues, The Washington Post reports....
Police say argument in Plum led woman to shoot boyfriend, chase him with knife
A woman from Ohio has been charged with attempted homicide after police said she shot her boyfriend multiple times Wednesday night during an argument at his home in Plum and then chased him down the street with a kitchen knife when he tried to flee. Police say Crystal Marie Veasey,...
‘Don’t panic.’ How parents with kids too young to vaccinate can navigate omicron
As waves of the coronavirus battered the United States, parents of young kids could comfort themselves with the knowledge that covid-19 tends to have milder effects in children and that most — but not all — kids who get infected are fine. But even though it’s low-risk, many parents don’t...
Reports: Rep. Matt Gaetz’s ex-girlfriend testifying before grand jury in FloridaVideo
ORLANDO, Fla. — An ex-girlfriend of U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz appeared Wednesday at the federal courthouse in downtown Orlando, reportedly in order to testify before a grand jury that is weighing potential sex trafficking charges against him. Reports by CNN and NBC News indicated the grand jury has been meeting...
Penn State running back Noah Cain reportedly enters NCAA transfer portalVideo
STATE COLLEGE — Penn State running back Noah Cain has entered the NCAA transfer portal, according to multiple reports. Cain entered the 2021 season atop Penn State’s running back depth chart, but he battled injury and ineffectiveness to finish the season with 350 yards on 3.3 yards per carry and...
Food Podcast: Heat or eat? The impossible choice families are making in the Three Rivers regionVideo
In this episode of the Food Podcast presented by Clearview Federal Credit Union on the TribLIVE Podcast Network, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank addresses the impact cold weather is having on food insecurity. While the Food Bank hasn’t seen a large uptick in people needing food assistance, the Food Bank’s...
Pa. House approves proposed congressional map as court challenges loom
This article is part of a yearlong reporting project focused on redistricting and gerrymandering in Pennsylvania. It is made possible by the support of Spotlight PA members and Votebeat, a project focused on election integrity and voting access. HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania House has advanced a new congressional map that...
Penn State 2022 football schedule analysis: 4 takeaways on what Big Ten’s changes mean for Nittany Lions
STATE COLLEGE — The Big Ten officially altered its 2022 football schedule Wednesday as it continues to account for the scheduling ripple effect caused by the 2020 season amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Penn State schedule saw a host of shifts with a couple high-profile matchups getting shuffled around, a...
When it comes to resolutions, don’t forget your home
At the start of a new year, you make resolutions to get in shape, save money, travel or spend more time with family and friends. But what goals do you set for your home? In the spirit of new beginnings, the Spruce has compiled a list of the best home...
Sidney Poitier leaves a rich legacy: the ‘freedom to choose’
LOS ANGELES — The long and rich life of Sidney Poitier, who died Jan. 6 at age 94, leaves behind many legacies. But it is his career in Hollywood that may have been the most transformative, changing both an industry and a culture. Having already found some success in the...
Allegheny County prosecutors drop sex charges against former Regent Square restaurateur
The Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office on Wednesday withdrew charges against a former Regent Square restaurant owner accused of breaking into a woman’s home on Pittsburgh’s South Side and sexually assaulting her. On the paperwork submitted in the case against Adnan Pehlivan, Assistant District Attorney Emma Schoedel wrote that the...
Meg Snead: Investments in human services industries are an investment in our future
For many Pennsylvanians, the people I call our caring workforce that make up the fabric of our social safety net give us the freedom to do our jobs and provide for our families. For those of us with young children, we depend on our early childhood education providers to keep...
Westmoreland happenings: spaghetti dinner, winter breakfast and Vera Bradley bingo
Fundraisers • A spaghetti dinner in memory of Holly Anne Weber will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Jan. 15 at First United Church of Christ, Hitchman Street, Mt. Pleasant. Menu: spaghetti and sauce, with or without meat, salad, bread, dessert and beverage. Cost: 10; children, $7. Takeout or dine...
Letter to the editor: Cheneys only Republicans to mark Jan. 6
So I see that Dick Cheney, one of the most hardnosed, diehard members of the Republican Party, has stated that the party is not what is was in the past. He also stated how important it is to recognize the anniversary of the Jan. 6 attack. Sadly, Rep. Liz Cheney...
Winter reading, Battle of the Books and more at Sewickley Public Library
Sewickley Public Library, 500 Thorn St., is requiring masks for all patrons age 2 or older, regardless of vaccination status. Public computers are available for two-hour sessions. Limited meeting rooms and study rooms are available. Toys and playsets are unavailable in the Children’s Department. The book drop is available outside...
Letter to the editor: John Peck’s loss due to opponent’s negative campaign
I don’t think Westmoreland County’s former District Attorney John Peck’s behavior had anything to do with his election loss to Nicole Ziccarelli (“Could John Peck’s behavior be factor in his loss?,” Jan. 1, TribLIVE). I believe his loss was a combination of her repeated anti-Democratic rhetoric, personal attacks and allegations...
Edmunds: Shopping for a car this year will not be the same
2021 was an unusual year for the automotive industry. While customer demand for new cars rebounded from the economic uncertainty of 2020, automakers found themselves unable to meet that demand because of semiconductor chip shortages and supply chain problems. So what should car shoppers expect for 2022? Much of the...
Editorial: PennDOT should have shined a light on traffic signal
Red lights mean stop. Green lights mean go. Yellow lights mean be careful. Use caution. Slow down. Yield. It is probably the one part of learning to drive that no one really needed to learn. It’s a message that we have been taught forever. It’s a shorthand used for diets...
The Stroller, Jan. 12, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Start the new year off right! Publicize your events, club meetings and fundraisers for free in The Stroller. Send information at least a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com. Please include a daytime telephone number. Bowling event to benefit cat and kitten rescue A bowling fundraiser to benefit Kiski Valley Vat...
Letter to the editor: Differing views of Jan. 6
I have read many fervent commentaries concerning the infamous Jan. 6 events. The notion that it was an insurrection with the intent to overthrow the U.S. government is laughable. The small percentage of people in attendance who committed violence or entered the Capitol building should absolutely be held accountable. The...
Allegheny Township police force grows with savings from new officers’ lower wages
Following the recent retirement of two veteran police officers, Allegheny Township is hiring three younger, full-time officers and spending less money at the same time. Officials Monday night unveiled a plan to expand the staff of full-time officers from 10 to 11 but with law enforcement budget savings of $11,650,...
Fox Chapel Area High School student briefs
Several Fox Chapel Area High School students have won awards for public speaking, student publications and for diplomatic ability. Six Fox Chapel Area High School students won awards as part of the virtual University of Pittsburgh Model European Union diplomatic simulation. Freshmen Etash Jhanji and Swati Mylarappa won Outstanding Position...
