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Hempfield’s Nickal finishes 7th, Latrobe’s Green 8th at Olympic trials
Maddie (Holmberg) Nickal placed seventh in the heptathlon and Latrobe’s Hanna Green was eighth in the 800-meter run when the U.S. Olympic trials concluded late Sunday night in Eugene, Ore. Competition was delayed several hours because of excessive heat with temperatures surpassing 100 degrees. Nickal wrapped up competition Sunday with...
The Stroller, June 29, 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. Murphy’s Music Center Band to present free concert in Tarentum Tarentum Summer Concert Series will feature the Murphy’s Music Center Band...
Penn Hills man pleads guilty to 2019 fatal crash that killed Verona man
A Penn Hills man pleaded guilty Monday in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court to causing a fatal crash two years ago. Kevin Morrow pleaded to homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence and reckless endangerment stemming from the June 29, 2019, crash on Saltzburg Road in Penn Hills. Morrow,...
Baldwin man gets 2 to 4 years for crash that killed cyclist in Brookline
A Baldwin man will serve two to four years in prison after pleading guilty Friday to killing a cyclist in a crash on Brookline Boulevard in 2019. Thomas Morton, 24, must also serve seven years of probation after pleading to homicide by vehicle, driving under the influence and other counts...
In brief: Musical production in the park, student news and more in Monroeville
East End Productions, a component of East End Kids, will be performing the musical “Good News” this summer. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit back and enjoy the musical on July 9 and 10. The shows are free and open to the public. There will be 1 and...
In brief: Women’s Business Network meetings set, student news and more in Penn Hills
Women’s Business Network Women’s Business Network is an award-winning business association that supports the success and growth of women in business. WBN provides members with the tools to be successful, including networking, mastermind groups, and ongoing professional education, while expanding their circle of influence in the marketplace. All professional women...
In brief: Wexford interior designer recognized with service award, class reunion and more in Pine, Richland
Sekula receives WBN service award Suzanne M. Sekula, owner of Studio 312 Interiors in Wexford, is the recipient of the Service Award by the Women’s Business Network (WBN). Announced at the organization’s annual business meeting in May, the Women’s Business Network Service Award recognizes an exceptional member who exhibits service...
In brief: Vacation Bible school, farmers market, young writers institute and more in Hampton
Vacation Bible school Ascension Lutheran Church at 8225 Peebles Road in McCandless is hosting a vacation Bible school July 12-15 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Children entering PreK to sixth grade are invited to enjoy making crafts, playing games, making music and learning what the Bible says about the one...
In brief: Student news, U.S. Open amateur volunteers needed and more in Plum
Student news • Steven Leone earned the distinction of Faculty Honors for spring 2021 at the Georgia Institute of Technology. This designation is awarded to undergraduate students who have earned a 4.0 academic average for the semester. • Courtney Anthony earned a spot on the dean’s list at Shenandoah University...
In brief: U.S. Open amateur volunteers needed, 50-year reunion scheduled and more in Fox Chapel
U.S. Open amateur volunteers needed Online volunteer registration is open for the 2021 U.S. Amateur Championship at Oakmont Country Club. The competition is Aug. 9-15. About 400 volunteers are needed to fill positions on more than 15 committees, including marshals, transportation, admissions and disabled services. Early application allows volunteers to...
Rep. Tony DeLuca: Republican voting legislation leads to a path of taking voters’ rights away
There is no greater right than voters participating in democracy by casting their ballots to elect those who will represent them. However, legislation Republicans recently pushed through the House would restrict access for voters and impinge on their rights. It is vital to remove barriers for voters to use ballot...
Sewickley Girl Scouts earn Gold Awards
Four Girl Scouts from Sewickley were among the 56 who earned their Gold Awards in the past year. The girls were recognized June 19 at the Pittsburgh Marriott North in Cranberry. The Gold Award is one of the highest achievements in Girl Scouting. According to a news release, while each...
Unfiltered: Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss Steelers offensive line, ‘Purge’, Stanley Cup Final, PiratesVideo
Mark Madden and Tim Benz open up this week’s edition of “Unfiltered” on TribLIVE’s Facebook page comparing the Pittsburgh Steelers offensive line and the latest “Purge” movie. The way the Steelers offensive line is going to play this year should be a felony, says Madden. “A crime against football.” “It...
Letter to the editor: Biden is upholding his oath
President Joseph Biden swore an oath that he “will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.” The writer of the letter ”Biden’s actions are not in line with Catholic faith” (June 17, TribLIVE) seems angry that Biden is upholding that oath...
Letter to the editor: Save the bees; we depend on them
Humans are smart. We’ve learned how to transplant organs, pack millions of books worth of data into a microchip and travel through outer space. And yet our lives still depend on little buzzing bugs to grow our food. Seventy-five percent of food crops require pollinators like bees, but bees are...
Editorial: Exotic pets call for logical local regulation
Pennsylvania has rules about animals. There’s a whole Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement. Many others fall under the Department of Agriculture’s umbrella. State law can be brought to bear in cases of neglect or cruelty. Local ordinances can come into play, too. They regulate how people are required to handle...
In brief: Leetsdale community yard sale, Sewickley Public Library activities and more
There will be a community yard sale July 10 from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Text 724-624-5110 for more information and to be placed on the participating map. At the Sewickley Public Library • Summer Reading for Kids. Tails and Tales through Aug. 7 • Sewickley Search Party. Mysteries to solve,...
In brief: Charity golf event, Women’s Business Network and more in Bethel Park
Charity golf event The Bethel Park Fantastic Four Charities’ fourth annual golf tournament is scheduled for Sept. 20 at Nemacolin Country Club, 3100 National Pike in Beallsville. Registration is at 10 a.m. with shotgun starts at noon. There will be skill prizes, 50/50 raffle and raffle baskets. Golfer registration is...
In brief: McCandless technology committee openings, crossing guard honored and more in the North Hills
McCandless technology committee The Town of McCandless is seeking applicants for two positions on the Technology Advisory Committee. The terms expire June 30, 2025. The committee helps develop and recommend policies and programs to town council to preserve and enhance aspects of the character of the municipality and to address...
In brief: Vacation Bible School, alternative history of Pittsburgh virtual talk and more in the South Hills
Greenock UM Church Vacation Bible School Greenock U. M. Church in Elizabeth Township will host a new concept of Vacation Bible School designed for age groups on certain days following the circus theme “Big & Bold-Courageous Faith.” Class sizes will be limited. Campers will start their days at 9:30 a.m....
In brief: Farmers market, butterfly festival, more in Carnegie, South Fayette
Carnegie Farmers Market The Carnegie Farmers Market will take place every Sunday on East Main Street between Broadway and Mary noon-3 p.m. July 11-Sept. 26 with more than 40 vendors. Shoppers will have the ability to use SNAP and WIC benefits to purchase produce. The virtual market is open year-round...
Letter to the editor: Church should clean its own house first
The Catholic Church has some nerve (“U.S. Catholic bishops OK steps toward possible rebuke of Biden,” June 18, TribLIVE). Some priests have relations with women in their parishes, and others abuse children. Maybe they made babies and told the women it’s a sin to get an abortion. They are the...
The Stroller, June 28, 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. Youth tennis clinics planned in New Ken The City of New Kensington Recreation Commission will sponsor a youth tennis clinic July...
Letter to the editor: Biden administration not putting Americans first
President Biden and America’s checkbook were greeted with open arms at the G-7 Conference. Boris Johnson embraced Biden like he was his long-lost brother. French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Biden to “The Club,” aka the global swamp. Our current administration declared that America and its people are not first and...
Tastyland to open soon, as other Western Pa. ice cream shops welcome 2021 season
After nearly 45 years of owning Tastyland along Route 66 in Hempfield, owners Bill and Mary Kuhns passed the keys to the roadside ice cream shop and food stand on to someone new. Jill Gunniers became the primary owner of Tastyland in December because she wanted “an adventure” to pursue...
