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Letter to the editor: Paying our fair share
Every time I open the newspaper, I see two comments: First, I am not paying my “fair share” of my money to the government, and the government is going to make greedy corporations pay more taxes, not the average citizen. To the first point, what gives the government the right...
Living with Children: Limit number of toys to help teach toddler how to tidy up
Question: Is it too much to expect a 2-year-old to pick up his toys? Our little fella, when we tell him to pick up his toys, just stands there and looks at us. We’ve tried making a game of it. We’ve tried punishing. We’ve tried bribing him with ice cream....
Letter to the editor: Governance ethics, transparency and conflict of interest concerns in Sewickley
Sewickley council needs ethics code I am one of two neighbors who recently opposed an adjoining neighbor’s variance request to build a large addition on his small lot. Despite our presentation of valid arguments why this property did not meet the conditions required to issue a variance, the Sewickley Zoning...
Letter to the editor: Equal time to treat Biden as Trump was treated
Equal time — that’s all I want. For the past four years, I listened to President Trump being called vicious names by Democrats, i.e., racist, Russian spy, many swear words, neanderthal, one who will lead us to war. Democrats made fun of him because he nearly slipped while walking down...
Zappala: No plea deals to Black attorney who called his office ‘systematically racist’
Five days after well-known Black attorney Milton Raiford spoke out against racism in the criminal justice system, Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala Jr. emailed all of his deputy prosecutors forbidding them from offering any plea deals to Raiford or his clients. “On May 13, we experienced another issue...
The Stroller, June 2, 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. Concert to raise funds for Arnold’s Roosevelt Park New Ken/Arnold Social in the Park will sponsor the annual Rockin’ Roosevelt benefit...
Editorial: A bipartisan effort to secure Purple Heart valor
Courage is the kind of thing anyone can have. Grab the moment. Seize the day. But valor is different. Valor is a special kind of bravery. Valor speaks to courage under fire. It is about acts of duty and grit in combat, and it often comes with consequences. Valor is...
Letter to the editor: Another route of political decay
For the Allegheny Valley prodigal son, whose visit was marred by exposure to Trump signs (“Loyalty to Trump has gotten Allegheny Valley nowhere,” April 8, TribLIVE), might I suggest a different route? How about traversing the Democratic Grand Canyon of money pits along the East Coast, where nary a Trump...
Hacking outfit linked to Russia is behind JBS cyberattack, sources sayVideo
A notorious Russia-linked hacking group is behind the cyberattack against JBS SA, according to four people familiar with the assault who were not authorized to speak publicly on the matter. The cyber gang goes by the name REvil or Sodinokibi. While it’s unclear if all of REvil’s hackers operate in...
Pirates farm report for June 1, 2021: Roansy Contreras throws 6 scoreless
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 12-12) beat Columbus (Indians), 5-3. 1B Colin Moran (groin) and RF Phillip Evans (hamstring) began rehab assignments. Moran went 0 for 2 with a strikeout and Evans went 1 for 2 with a single. They both played five innings in the field. RHP Max Kranick, newly promoted from...
High school scores, summaries and schedule for June 1, 2021
High schools Baseball WPIAL playoffs Class 6A Championship Tuesday’s result North Allegheny 4, Hempfield 0 Class 5A Championship Tuesday’s result Franklin Regional 2, Bethel Park 1 Consolation Wednesday’s schedule Peters Township (10-11) vs. West Allegheny (17-4) at Washington & Jefferson, 5 p.m. Class 4A Championship Wednesday’s schedule Montour (15-5) vs....
High school roundup for June 1, 2021: Elizabeth Forward softball moves on to states
Anna Resnik had two hits and an RBI and winning pitcher Kailey Larcinese scattered six hits and struck out five to lead No. 1 Elizabeth Forward to a 4-3 victory over West Mifflin in the Class 4A consolation game Tuesday, giving the Warriors the WPIAL’s third and final spot in...
Garbage truck crashes into house in Etna
A house was damaged and an injury was reported after a garbage truck ran into a house Tuesday afternoon in Etna. Allegheny County tweeted that police and fire officials were on the scene of the crash at about 4:40 p.m. and that an injury was reported. Etna: Vehicle into structure...
WPXI-TV: 1 killed in Munhall house fireVideo
One man perished in a fire that broke out at his Munhall home on Tuesday, WPXI-TV reported. Citing fire officials, the station reported the man was disabled and was found near the home’s front entrance. An Allegheny County fire marshal is expected to investigate. The fire was in a house...
Penn State announces Beaver Stadium, other athletics venues to host events at full capacity this fall
STATE COLLEGE — Penn State announced Tuesday that Beaver Stadium and its other athletics venues will host events at full capacity during the 2021-22 school year. During the 2020-21 academic year, Penn State home games were closed to the general public because of the coronavirus pandemic, and Tuesday afternoon’s announcement...
Stowe man pleads to federal charges in police car destruction during 2020 protests
A Stowe man pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to his participation in the destruction of a Pittsburgh police car during protests over the death of George Floyd last year. Da’Jon Lengyel, 23, pleaded guilty to conspiracy and obstruction of law enforcement during civil disorder. He is scheduled to be...
Unfiltered: Tim Benz and Mark Madden break down what Penguins might do in offseasonVideo
After the Pittsburgh Penguins were ousted from the NHL postseason by the New York Islanders last week, there is plenty of speculation of what changes could be coming to the team this offseason. Mark Madden and Tim Benz discuss what could be coming for the Penguins on this week’s edition...
Anxiety runs high as Pa. begins massive overhaul of 60-year-old unemployment computer system
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan newsroom powered by The Philadelphia Inquirer in partnership with PennLive/The Patriot-News, TribLIVE/Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and WITF Public Media. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — “I feel like I am a sinking ship right now.” “Next month will be a year that they have...
Pa. chooses ‘responsibility’ over $1 million lotteries to encourage covid-19 vaccination
Pennsylvania officials considered tactics such as a lottery to motivate people to get vaccinated against covid-19, and they remain a possibility, Acting Secretary of Health Alison Beam said. Some states are touting prizes worth $1 million or more to spur people to get the covid-19 vaccines. But Beam expressed confidence...
Bantam Jeep festival includes off-roading fun opportunities in Butler County
If you are curious about what it takes to go off-road driving or want to know what you can do to make your Jeep unique, you need to plan a trip to Butler County on June 11-13. The 10th Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival is being planned with every level of...
Sewickley native Regueiro named as chair of Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease & Surgery Institute
Sewickley native Miguel Regueiro, M.D., has been named chair of Cleveland Clinic’s Digestive Disease & Surgery Institute. “Dr. Regueiro’s leadership and focus align with our mission of caring for life, researching for health, and educating those who serve,” said Cleveland Clinic’s Chief of Staff Beri Ridgeway, M.D. “His dedication to...
Drugs, hindering apprehension among charges handled by Monroeville District Judge Jeffrey Herbst on May 24, 2021
Monroeville District Judge Jeffrey L. Herbst handled these cases May 24. Defendants will have court dates set in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. Held for court • Frank Russo, 35, of Penn Hills on charges of possession of controlled substances, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving an unregistered vehicle,...
Drugs, disorderly conduct among charges filed by Monroeville police May 14-16, 2021
The following charges were filed May 14-16 with Monroeville District Judge Jeffrey L. Herbst. Charges were filed by Monroeville police: • Jasmine Naylor, 26, of Monroeville with simple assault and harassment. Charges were filed May 16 in connection with an incident along the 700 block of Garden City Drive. •...
DUI, drug charges among those handled in Judge DeLuca’s Penn Hills court May 17, 2021
Penn Hills District Judge Anthony L. DeLuca handled the following cases recently. Defendants will have court dates set in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court. Charges were filed by Penn Hills police unless otherwise noted. Held for court • Sharon Gore, 37, of Turtle Creek on charges of driving under the...
Whitehall Library’s Experience Kits initiative expands
This summer, select libraries in Allegheny and Washington Counties will offer cardholders access to free admission to nine historical sites: Senator John Heinz History Center, Fort Pitt Museum, Lincoln Highway Experience Museum, McKeesport Regional History and Heritage Center, Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village, Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, Quecreek Mine Rescue Site,...
