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Philadelphia-area hospitals are overwhelmed, but not only by covid-19 patients
PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia-area hospitals are jammed with patients, but not always because they are truly sick enough to be there. Staff shortages at nursing homes and home care companies, difficulty finding dialysis slots for covid-19 patients, and even a lack of space in city homeless shelters are forcing hospitals to...
Pittsburgh activist found not guilty of obstruction in 2019 incident
A well-known Pittsburgh activist was found not guilty Thursday of obstruction in connection with a 2019 incident in Wilkinsburg. Nicky Jo Dawson, 28, had been charged with obstruction, disorderly conduct and jaywalking. A criminal complaint filed against her said Wilkinsburg police were conducting a traffic stop on Peebles Street just...
6-8 inches of snow expected to hit Western Pa. starting Sunday
The couple of inches of snow that hit the Pittsburgh region last week was minor compared to what is likely headed our way this weekend. As of Friday morning, the National Weather Service in Moon was predicting heavy snow will begin falling in Southwestern Pennsylvania sometime Sunday afternoon and continue...
Pine-Richland Middle School re-designated as ‘Don Eichhorn Schools: School to Watch’
Pine-Richland Middle School is one of 14 exemplary Middle Grades Schools in Pennsylvania that has been re-designated as PA Don Eichhorn Schools: “School to Watch” as part of a recognition program developed by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle-Grades Reform. “I would like to thank the students, staff and the...
Former Eden Hall Farm has rich history in Richland Township
Each month, the Richland History Group will highlight notable aspects from the area’s past. For some 350 years, the Richland Township rolling hills through which Ridge Road now passes have maintained their pristine rural beauty and been used for the noblest of purposes, despite numerous ownership changes. The Delaware and...
Roberto Clemente Jr., family members sue Allstate, alleging discrimination by insurer
The Roberto Clemente Jr. Family Agency filed a federal lawsuit this week against Allstate and several people affiliated with the insurer, alleging breach of contract and claims they were discriminated against and ultimately shut down. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Roberto Clemente Jr. and his wife Kailee Clemente,...
Pittsburgh man gets a year of house arrest for actions during Downtown George Floyd protests
A Pittsburgh man who used his skateboard to break the window of a city police vehicle during the 2020 George Floyd protests Downtown will serve one day in custody and one year on house arrest. Joseph Craft, 29, of Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood, must report to U.S. marshals on Friday morning....
Letter to the editor: Decade of despair ahead for Steelers
Tim Benz wrote about life after Big Ben (“Appreciating Ben Roethlisberger’s career, and grasping the massive task of replacing him.”) But he and the rest of the local media don’t know the half of it yet. Because now the team faces a unique situation they never have before: They are...
Letter to the editor: Praise for mainstream media coverage of Jan. 6
Regarding the faux outrage and divisive editorial cartoon “Mallard Fillmore” in the Tribune-Review: I would like to comment on the Jan. 3 cartoon decrying the mainstream media’s potential failure to cover violence against law enforcement. I will start by saying I pray for the families and mourn the loss of...
Editorial: If schools want parents to decide about masks, how do they enforce that?
Let the schools decide, people said. When the Pennsylvania Department of Health, the state Department of Education and Gov. Tom Wolf called for masks to protect from covid-19, there was protest from some parents and community members. This shouldn’t be a state decision. It shouldn’t be an edict from on...
The Stroller, Jan. 13, 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. Nominations sought for Alumni Hall of Fame Allegheny Valley School District is accepting nominations for its...
Letter to the editor: Republicans’ plans
In her letter, “Republicans are not planning for our well-being”, Patty Satalia said, “The Republican Party has no plan.” The Republicans have a commonsense plan. It is to: • Patrol the border, build a wall and keep asylum-seekers in Mexico, not let in over 1.5 million illegal immigrants. • Combat...
Offerings from the Zelienople Library
Children’s author Brittany J. Thurman kicks off this year’s Zelienople Area Public Library annual arts and culture speaker series, Zelienople Library Presents … . Thurman is the author of the recently released picture book, “Fly,” the story of a little girl named Africa who dreams about entering a double Dutch...
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...
