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Editorial: And for this, we give thanks
Despite what the Norman Rockwell images have taught us, the fourth Thursday in November is not about perfectly roasted turkeys and gathering around a perfectly set table laid out with white linens and pristine porcelain. It is not about football. Not about Christmas music. Not about dog shows or parades...
Letter to the editor: Medicare Advantage critical for seniors
When I retired, I was worried that I would no longer be able to access quality health care, as I had to transition away from the coverage provided by my employer. Thanks to the recommendation of a friend, I looked into the coverage options through Medicare Advantage. For seniors on...
The Stroller, Nov. 25, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your club meetings, community events 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. Count your blessings this Thanksgiving As you sit down to dinner with your loved ones, take the time to say a...
Letter to the editor: Thanks to health care heroes
As we get closer to two years of fighting this pandemic, I would like to extend my thanks to all the doctors, nurses and EMTs who have fought so hard to save so many lives throughout Western Pennsylvania. You will always be heroes to me and my family for putting...
Police: Teen shot in Pittsburgh’s Knoxville neighborhood Wednesday
An 18-year-old man was hospitalized after being shot in Pittsburgh’s Knoxville neighborhood Wednesday. Public Safety spokesperson Cara Cruz said officers were dispatched shortly before 5:10 p.m. to the 70 block of Rochelle Street for two Shotspotter alerts. Police found the teen with a gunshot wound to his leg. Officers applied...
Grouse on the rise: State bird’s population showing improvement after devastation of West Nile virus
Pennsylvania’s state bird population is on an upward trend despite years of decline from West Nile virus. According to Lisa Williams, the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s division chief of wildlife diversity and former state ruffed grouse biologist, the combination of shortened hunting seasons and aggressive habitat work have helped boost grouse...
North Allegheny claims 5th straight PIAA volleyball title
SILVER SPRING TOWNSHIP — It is said to never wake up a sleeping bear. By beating North Allegheny in the first game of their PIAA girls volleyball championship match Nov. 20, Parkland might have woken the sleeping Tiger. North Allegheny rallied to win the next three games to claim its...
Wolf administration asks state Supreme Court to leave school mask mandate in place
The state attorney general’s office, in an expected move, has asked the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to keep intact the school mask mandate pending the outcome of litigation on the issue. The mandate is set to expire on Dec. 4 following an order by the state Commonwealth Court last week. “The...
While making Westmoreland County finals picks, Birdie sees red on Highway to Heinz
Last week: 2-0 (100 %) Season: 97-37 (72.4%) Whether in packets or by the bottle, the Birdie has a ketchup obsession. An unhealthy Heinz ketchup obsession. Ever since last week when Penn-Trafford and Belle Vernon won semifinal games to advance to the WPIAL finals Saturday at Heinz Field, he has...
Jim Gluch: Scrutinizing Pa.’s stake in infrastructure deal
The local politics of the bipartisan infrastructure bill is worthy of scrutiny as we contend with our 21st-century issues and endeavor to make that future happen. The breakdown of Pennsylvania’s stake in the so-called BID (Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal) was made after its passage in the Senate this summer. It bears...
UPMC, Maxim Healthcare Services spar over millions in hepatitis C settlements
UPMC and the staffing agency that placed with them a radiology technician who infected dozens of patients with hepatitis C continue to battle over who should bear the cost of millions of dollars in court settlements. Court documents show UPMC has paid more than $4 million to settle litigation over...
Talking turkey since 1621: What was on the table at the first Thanksgiving
There is a lot of speculation and misinformation about the menu of the first Thanksgiving dinner, held in 1621 at Plymouth Colony in what is now Massachusetts. Was turkey on the table? “We don’t think so,” according to npr.com. “Turkeys are a possibility, but were not a common food in...
Westmoreland happenings: cookie sale, light up night and festival of lights
Fundraisers • St. John United Church of Christ, 1320 Brownstown Road, Larimer, North Huntingdon, is accepting orders for a cookie sale. Varieties: raspberry almond shortbread, snickerdoodles, nut horns, peanut butter blossom kiss, thumbprints, tassie nut cups, peanut butter cup, lemon cookie bar and seven layer, $5 per dozen. Order deadline:...
Food podcast: Why you should make your holiday dinner plate colorfulVideo
On the latest episode of the food podcast presented by Clearview Federal Credit Union on the TribLIVE Podcast Network, the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank explains some great ways to guarantee your holiday meals are delicious and nutritious. It’s the Food Bank’s mission to not only provide food, but healthy...
David Greineder: Increased taxes harm workers and hinder American competitiveness
In Pennsylvania, our recovery from the pandemic depends upon a pro-business environment both enacted and maintained statewide. Our workers and businesses have been hit hard by the economic fallout of the pandemic — we cannot increase taxes, regulations and other financial burdens from the government at a time when so...
Penn State gets healthy ahead of regular-season finale
Penn State football should be much closer to full health Saturday than it was when the Nittany Lions took on Rutgers last week. The team dealt with a bout of the flu that made 21 players unavailable for the 28-0 win over the Scarlet Knights, and that doesn’t include the...
2021 Western Pa. high school football schedule, broadcasts for Week 13
Football WPIAL playoffs Championship Class 5A Saturday’s schedule Moon (12-0) vs. Penn-Trafford (10-2) at Heinz Field, 6 p.m. (HSSN, 1020 AM, 107.1 FM, 92.1 FM, 1230 AM, 99.3 FM, 1460 AM) Class 4A Saturday’s schedule Aliquippa (10-1) vs. Belle Vernon (10-0) at Heinz Field, 3 p.m. (HSSN, 1020 AM, 92.1...
Letter to the editor: Ziccarelli is a GOP token
The article “DA-elect Nicole Ziccarelli burst onto scene, but her rise should not come as a surprise” was appalling. Ziccarelli is nothing more than a token of the Republican Party. When she ran against state Sen. Jim Brewster in 2020, too much of the district was in Allegheny County, and...
Photos: Child Health Association of Sewickley’s Roaring ’20s: Sewickley Speakeasy
The Child Health Association of Sewickley held its biennial fundraising ball on Nov. 20 at The Edgeworth Club. The Roaring ’20s Sewickley Speakeasy event was chaired by Amber Gregg and Amy LoCascio. It was attended by more than 180 guests dressed in their finest period attire. While final fundraising totals...
Carnegie Carnegie: Our season of thanks has strong ties to the Civil War
While Thanksgivings present so often involves friends, family, food and football, our visions of Thanksgivings past likely hearken back to the pilgrims and Native Americans at Plymouth. How many of us think of Gettysburg when someone mentions Thanksgiving? Just me? Yikes! In recognition of the Federal victories at Gettysburg and...
Letter to the editor: UPMC workers need better wages, better treatment
I’m a housekeeper at UPMC Presbyterian. It’s a backbreaking job. I’m in my 60s and spend my days lifting bags full of wet garbage and linens. I’ve been here 10 years, and I’m only paid $16.16 an hour. Meanwhile, the staffing crisis means UPMC expects us to do three times...
Holiday events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
• Visit with Santa from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 20 and 21 on the second level at Arnold No. 2 Firehall, 1100 Drey St. Bring a camera for photos with Santa and enjoy cookies and hot chocolate. Buffalo Township • Santa Claus will drive around the township with Sarver...
Editorial: Franklin Regional’s vaccine clinic ban seems disingenuous
If kids need to get covid-19 vaccines, they will not be getting them at Franklin Regional locations. The school board Monday voted to prohibit the use of the district’s property for vaccine clinics. “We’re not a medical facility,” board member Deb Wohlin said. “Why would we want to take this...
The Stroller, Nov. 24, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your club meetings, community events 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. Luminate Leechburg event set Saturday The annual Luminate Leechburg holiday celebration will be from 1 to 10 p.m. Saturday in Leechburg....
Letter to the editor: Brooks provides quick aid for veteran
On Nov. 11, we celebrated veterans for serving to protect our freedoms and rights guaranteed by the Constitution. One veteran I know served in the Army during the war in Afghanistan. Fortunately, he survived his tour of duty, however, not without scars. He suffers from PTSD, hearing loss, anxiety, depression...
