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Braddock man pleads to 2019 Arnold homicide
A Braddock man will spend at least 18 years in prison after pleading guilty Monday to killing another in Arnold nearly two years ago. Allen Duwayne Herring, 34, admitted that he killed Gregory Ray Wynkoop, 35, of East Franklin, on June 28, 2019, in an attempted robbery. Wynkoop, a heavy...
Judge rules trial for former Minnesota police officer who shot and killed Daunte Wright can proceed
A Minnesota judge ruled Monday that a trial for Kimberly Potter, the former police officer who shot and killed Daunte Wright during a traffic stop in April, can proceed. Hennepin County Judge Regina Chu said Monday there was probable cause for Potter’s second-degree manslaughter charge to continue and set a...
John Dorfman: Regeneron, Weis Markets head up the Do Nothing Club
Stocks that soar or plunge get all the attention. But sometimes the best buys are in stocks that have done nothing for a while. That’s why, each year around this time, I write about my Do Nothing Club. Members of this club are stocks that are not far from where...
‘It’s a personal choice’: Western Pa. residents have mixed reactions to mask guidelinesVideo
Since the start of the covid-19 pandemic, some have embraced face masks while others resisted them. Even now that the CDC says fully vaccinated people can go mask-free in many public settings, masks remain the topic of much debate. In Pennsylvania, the mask mandate now requires fully vaccinated people wear...
Cuomo says vaccinated New Yorkers can go mask-free, adopts CDC guidance
Fully vaccinated New Yorkers can ditch their masks in most circumstances starting Wednesday as the Empire State adopts guidance from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The seismic shift will come the same day that a majority of COVID-19 capacity limits are scrapped and New York takes a...
23 people rescued from panga off San Diego
SAN DIEGO — Twenty-three people were rescued off a suspected smuggling boat intercepted off the coast of Point Loma early Monday, officials said. The boat was spotted shortly before 2:50 a.m. by a video surveillance system operated by the Border Patrol, officials said. The boat was drifting near rocks off...
Nittany Lion Shrine, Penn State sign to close for 1 month for renovations
Penn State visitors hoping to snag a photo with the iconic Nittany Lion Shrine or the sign/stone wall near Beaver Stadium will need a backup plan for at least a month this summer. Both the Lion Shrine and the sign, which welcomes visitors with the words “Pennsylvania State University,” will...
Fire extinguished at Derry Borough apartment building
A fire at Derry Manor Apartments was quickly extinguished by fire crews on Monday, according to a Westmoreland 911 dispatcher. The building on West Fourth Avenue in Derry Borough was evacuated. It was unclear if anyone was hurt. An air conditioning unit reportedly was on fire, according to dispatch reports....
EU, U.S. agree to temporarily suspend tariffs in steel dispute
BRUSSELS — The European Union and the United States on Monday decided to temporarily suspend measures at the heart of a steel tariff dispute that is seen as one of the major trade issues dividing the two sides. With the decision, “we are walking the talk in our efforts to...
Sen. Sharif Street: Wolf exercised his constitutional powers to save lives
On May 18 Pennsylvanians will have the opportunity to select ballot measures during the primary election, two of which fundamentally alter the governor’s executive powers and ability to respond to emergencies. In March 2020, Gov. Tom Wolf signed a covid-19 disaster declaration to provide increased support for the state’s response...
Victims ID’d in Penn Township double homicide, police find stolen vehicle 5 miles away
A man and woman were fatally shot at a Penn Township home Monday, and a Toyota Tacoma taken from the scene was found abandoned in Manor hours later, according to investigators. Westmoreland County District Attorney John Peck identified the victims as Jacob R. Erdeljac, 41, and Mara Casale, 27. They...
In brief: Penn Hills Kennywood picnic, Pirohi order reservations and more in Penn Hills
Kennywood Picnic Ticket sales will be online this year for the Penn Hills School District’s Kennywood Picnic happening May 28. The School Ticket price will be $29 with processing fees for tickets purchased online using your school district’s URL. These prices are more than a 50% savings on the full-price...
In brief: McCandless Garden Party video, Hampton’s farmers market and more in Hampton
Virtual Garden Party April showers has the Town of McCandless looking forward to seeing the flowers blooming in its neighbor’s gardens. The Activities Advisory Committee is inviting residents to join its 2021 Garden Party video. Take a photo of your favorite florals and e-mail it to aac@townofmccandless.org by May 23...
In brief: Monday Market returns, Movie in the Park schedule set and more in Plum
Plum’s Market Monday The Monday Market is back. Visit every Monday through Oct. 25 from 3 to 7 p.m. There is no market on Memorial Day, July 5 and Labor Day. The Market is located at Plum Creek Park (Plum Baseball Fields), 1040 Ross Hollow Rd. Movie in the Park...
In brief: Sharpsburg art adventure, last call for Riverfront Theater company auditions and more in Fox Chapel
Sharpsburg art adventure Join on May 22 from noon to 2 p.m. for an afternoon exploring the local public art of Sharpsburg, including murals, sculptures, ghost signs and more on this self-guided walking tour. In addition to unveiling the nature-inspired, Sharpsburg kid-designed metal can mural series by artist Lindsay Huff...
In brief: Monroeville Fire and EMS Show, food truck fest and more in Monroeville, Pitcairn
Monroeville Fire and EMS Show The Monroeville Fire and EMS Show, formerly known as the Pittsburgh Fire and EMS Expo, will be June 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and June 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Monroeville Convention Center. Admission is $6, and children younger...
In brief: Fleece to shawl demonstration, students news and more in Pine, Richland
Fleece to shawl demonstration The Weaver’s Cabin of Harmony will be hosting a Fleece to Shawl demonstration on June 5 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds on the Weaver’s Cabin in Historic Harmony. Three teams of five members each will be participating in what is normally a...
Sen. Jake Corman, Rep. Bryan Cutler, Sen. Kim Ward and Rep. Kerry Benninghoff: Covid response proves government works better together
After 14 months of dealing with a once-in-a-century pandemic, the strengths and weaknesses of state government’s emergency response is coming into clearer focus. With more Pennsylvanians getting vaccinated and infection rates plummeting, our job now is to review the lessons learned during this crisis so future emergencies can be managed...
AHN offering Pfizer vaccine to children 12 and older in Monroeville
Allegheny Health Network will be offering first and second doses of the Pfizer vaccine today at Next Tier Connect, 4350 Northern Pike, in Monroeville. The first dose will be available to those ages 12 and older. Second doses are being given to those who received their first dose April 26....
Covid relief continues: Here’s how parents can get a monthly tax payment this summer
WASHINGTON — Eligible parents can get up to $300 per child from Washington as a monthly tax payment starting July 15, the Treasury Department said Monday. That means the 2020 tax return that’s due to be filed by the end of Monday with the Internal Revenue Service now could determine...
In brief: Clothing drive, hockey tryouts, farmers market and more in Bethel Park
Clothing drive Clean out your closets and help a worthy cause. The Rotary Club of Upper St. Clair-Bethel Park (Breakfast) is sponsoring a Clothing Drive 9 a.m.-2 p.m. May 22 at the Bethel Park Community Center. It will benefit the City Mission in Washington. Along with clothing, they’re also accepting...
In brief: Brews and Blues, hockey tryouts, car cruises and more in the South Hills
Hockey tryouts The Mon Valley Thunder Youth Hockey Association is holding tryouts for the 2021-22 season May 22-23 at the Spencer Family YMCA in Bethel Park from 8 a.m.-noon. Tryouts will be held for 10U, 12U and 14U co-ed teams and 12U and 14U girls teams. For more information, visit...
In brief: New traffic lights in South Fayette, Carnegie Memorial Day parade canceled and more
Memorial Day Parade canceled The 2021 Carnegie Memorial Day Parade has been canceled due to covid concerns – planning for the event begins in January/February and at that time the covid climate was very unpredictable. The 2022 parade is scheduled for May 29. CCDC spring planting The Carnegie Community Development...
In brief: Free Memorial Day weekend parking, StoryWalk and more in Sewickley
Free parking on Memorial Day in Sewickley Borough Parking will be free in the Borough of Sewickley beginning at 1 p.m. May 28 through May 31. Enforcement will resume at 9 a.m. June 1. Deceased veterans service A service honoring our deceased Veterans will be held at 1 p.m. May...
In brief: Discounted amusement tickets, plant sale and more in the North Hills
Discounted amusement tickets available Ross Township Community Center is offering discounted tickets to the following amusement parks. All are good for use any day. • Idlewild and Soak Zone: $35 • Kennywood: $35 • Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium: $13 • Sandcastle: $26 • Waldameer Park: $41 Tickets can be...
