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Letter to the editor: Doubling global tax will devastate economy
I have seen and heard firsthand about the struggles that many of Pennsylvania’s workers, contractors and businesses faced during the pandemic. To spur our recovery, lawmakers must foster an environment that encourages economic growth and development. Unfortunately, some federal officials do not agree with that sentiment and are instead championing...
This date in sports history: Sept. 21Video
1940 — For the first time in the history of photo finishes, a triple dead heat for first place is recorded, at Willow’s Park, Victoria, British Columbia. 1955 — Rocky Marciano knocks out Archie Moore in the ninth round at Yankee Stadium in New York to retain the world heavyweight...
Perry County man charged with felony, jailed on $50k cash bond for 43-cent ‘theft’
Joseph Sobolewski stopped at a convenience store in Perry County last month where he saw a sign for 20-ounce Mountain Dew bottles: 2 for $3. He grabbed a bottle, slapped $2 on the counter and walked out. What he didn’t know was a single bottle was $2.29, not $1.50. So...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 20, 2021
High schools Field hockey Monday’s results Class 3A Pine-Richland 8, Mt. Lebanon 0 North Allegheny at Allderdice, (n) Peters Township at Norwin, (n) Class A Shady Side Academy 4, Winchester Thurston 2 Nonsection Hempfield 4, Latrobe 3 Tuesday’s schedule Class 2A Penn-Trafford at Upper St. Clair, 7 p.m. Fox Chapel...
High school roundup for Sept. 20, 2021: Central Catholic’s Rocco Salvitti wins section golf title
Central Catholic’s Rocco Salvitti shot a 2-under 70 at Murrysville GC to take medalist honors at the Section 4-3A boys golf tournament Monday. Salvitti finished one shot ahead of Franklin Regional’s Zach Abdallah. Central Catholic’s Carter Pitcairn and Aidan Burchianti, Franklin Regional’s Nolan Shilling and Jeff Anderchak and Plum’s Tim...
John Dorfman: A 97% gain wins my short-selling contest
Providing after-school online tutoring to students in China used to seem like a good business. Not anymore. For much of 2020, Gaotu Techedu Inc., one of the companies in this field, had been dogged by allegations that it had inflated its financial results. Then in July 2021 came the final...
Allegheny County Jail Oversight Board votes to end contract with controversial training company
The Allegheny County Jail Oversight Board on Monday night voted to cancel a controversial contract with a corrections special operations group whose founder’s background raised significant questions about his history and qualifications. The vote was 4-3 with one abstention to cancel a $347,000 contract for training and weaponry with Corrections...
Christie Lagemann: Love your library, this month and every month
There wasn’t a public library in every neighborhood in my hometown of Santa Rita, a community tucked into the province of Pampanga, Philippines. Public libraries were few and far between, scattered and not easily accessible. There was, however, a room being renovated in the private school I attended; a room...
Hempfield, Highlands students face consequences for ‘Devious Licks’ TikTok challenge
A national social media trend to plunder school restrooms has made its way to at least two more Western Pennsylvania school districts, officials at Hempfield Area and Highlands school districts reported. The “Devious Licks” TikTok challenge dares children to vandalize schools — in most cases, bathrooms — and nab items...
Doyle McManus: Democrats’ $3.5 trillion spending plan is about to get a trim. They should be happy
The battle over Democrats’ ambitious spending plan is heating up in Congress, but one piece of the outcome is already clear: The $3.5 trillion price tag is being whittled down. That will disappoint progressives, who see the budget plan as their best chance in a generation to enact big changes...
Debt limit linked to vital spending bill in risky political move
WASHINGTON — House Democrats will include a suspension of the U.S. debt ceiling in a must-pass spending bill needed to keep the government open past the end of this month, a risky move that ensures a potentially damaging showdown with Republicans. The debt ceiling would be suspended through December 2022,...
Portion of Center Road to be closed for 28 days in October
A portion of Center Road in Plum, near the Monroeville border, will be closed for a 28-day period at the beginning of October. Plum Contracting Inc., along with the PA Turnpike Commission, will implement a 28-day detour of Center Road, effective Oct. 1. The purpose of the closure will be...
Tarentum municipal office closed for covid-19 protocol
The main office of the Tarentum municipal building will be closed this week after its only scheduled employee is in quarantine for covid-19-related protocol. Manager Michael Nestico said the office will reopen at 10 a.m. Sept. 27. “We only have one employee scheduled to be in the office this week...
Powerball jackpot at $490 million; winning ticket sold for Mega Millions $432 million jackpot
Lottery players throughout the United States will still have a chance this week at another massive jackpot after one was claimed Tuesday night. A winning ticket was sold at a New York City pizzeria for Tuesday’s Mega Millions jackpot, which had hit $432 million, with a cash option of $312.8...
Unfiltered: Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss Steelers loss to RaidersVideo
Mark Madden and Tim Benz discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday on this week’s edition of “Unfiltered” on TribLIVE’s Facebook page. The guys start by looking at the Steelers wide receivers and Madden says that with no real No. 1 receiver, it’s hard to...
Nat Malkus:The third pandemic school year is better than it appears
In headlines across the nation, back-to-school stories are painting a grim portrait of the coming school year. The delta surge sent covid case rates soaring to record levels in ten states. Pediatric hospitalization rates increased nearly fivefold in the span of seven weeks, reaching all-time highs at the beginning of...
To commemorate the WNBA’s 25th anniversary, Percy Allen ranks his top-25 players of all-time
To commemorate its 25th anniversary, the WNBA asked fans to choose who is the league’s greatest from its “The W25,” a collection of all-time top players. The two-week voting window on WNBA.com and Twitter end at 9 p.m. Pacific time Sunday. So who do you got? Tamika Catchings or Sue...
3 rooms perfect for adding focal points
You don’t have to be a design expert to create an inviting living space, but with some simple tricks, you can create a home that looks like it’s been styled by a pro. One way to make a room feel more inviting and comfortable is identifying a focal point to...
Get your game face on in these football-crazed college towns
You don’t have to be present for game day to appreciate the enthusiastic ambience of a great football town. Here are five places that might appeal to the sports fans in your family: 1. Ann Arbor, Mich. It’s all about the maize and blue in a community where the University...
In brief: Plum Republicans meet, student news, Monday Market and more in Plum, Oakmont
Plum Republican meeting The Plum Borough Republican Committee will meet at Palmieri’s Restaurant on 951 Old Frankstown Road in Plum at 7 p.m. Sept. 28. The featured guest speaker will be Jason Richey, candidate for governor of Pennsylvania. This meeting is open to all registered Republicans and provides a forum...
In brief: Student news, Shade Tree Commission planting, Class of 1975 reunion and more in Penn Hills
Student news Anthony Vehec has been named to the Southern New Hampshire University president’s list for the summer 2021 semester. Full-time students who have earned a minimum GPA of 3.700 or above are named to the president’s list. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits. Plum Creek restoration project...
In brief: Blawnox walking group, class reunion, sneaker recycling and more in Fox Chapel
Knox Walks For Fitness Knox Walks for Fitness is a community walking group in Blawnox that promotes fun and fitness. The group meets for walks Mondays at 6 p.m., weather permitting. Participants should meet at the Blawnox Community Park or can join the walk along the route. The group walks...
In brief: Botanical garden giveaway, Garden City Food Pantry distributions and more in Monroeville
Daffodil bulbs Monroeville Botanical Garden volunteers will distribute free daffodil bulbs from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 25 at the Monroeville Community Park West gazebo area. The bulbs will be given away while supplies last. The botanical garden welcomes volunteers from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays to help keep the...
In brief: Depreciation Lands Museum programs, Family Fun Festival, pumpkins for sale and more in Hampton
Depreciation Lands Museum activities • The Hydref Fall Festival & Market Fair will take place at the Depreciation Lands Museum from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct 2. Traveling vendors and demonstrators of 18th century goods will be on hand to share their wares and their conversation. Pet the farm...
In brief: Richland history presentation, celebrity golf outing, La Roche college fair and more in Pine, Richland
‘An Evening of Richland History’ The History & Landmarks Society of Richland AC is having an event called “An Evening of Richland History” at 6:45 p.m. on Oct. 6. at the Northern Tier Library’s ground-floor meeting room. The evening will feature three informative 20-30 minute presentations about three historic Richland...
