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Bill Dudley: The Fed’s under siege. It’ll be just fine.
In the media, the U.S. Federal Reserve is under siege. President Donald Trump constantly threatens to fire Chair Jerome Powell. Others hurl criticism in hopes of becoming Powell’s successor. Two Fed governors opposed last week’s decision to hold interest rates steady, the first multiple dissent since 1993. Don’t be fooled...
Letter to the editor: We need leaders who stand for something
An appeal to our elected officials: What do you believe? I don’t want to hear what your party leaders told you to say. They have no power over you except what you decide to give them. You have a choice. I want to know what you stand for. We, your...
Luigi Mangione given laptop in federal prison, and it’s not for responding to fan mail
A federal judge gave Luigi Mangione permission to use a laptop from his cell to help his attorneys prepare for his trial, per an order handed down Monday. Mangione will be able to use his laptop from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week to access the voluminous...
In brief: Quaker Valley girls basketball fundraisers, golf scramble and more
Girls basketball fundraisers The Quaker Valley High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team will be competing in a holiday tournament in Orlando this December and fundraisers are underway to help the team. The team is having a car wash at Herbst Auto Repair at the corner of Walnut and Thorn streets...
In brief: Aspinwall Big Night Out, road closure and more
Big Night Out The return of Aspinwall’s Big Night Out is Aug. 7 from 6-9 p.m. at the Aspinwall Recreational Fields on Field Avenue. This free, family-friendly event is the borough’s largest annual community celebration and promises an evening filled with fun, food, and community spirit for all ages. Whether...
Westmoreland happenings: Pollinator event, barbecue chicken lunch, reunion news, more
Fundraisers • West Newton Little House Association will sell takeout barbecue chicken lunches from 11 a.m. until sold out Aug. 9 in Vine Street Park in West Newton. Menu: half barbecued chicken, applesauce, homemade roll, chips and water, $10. Details and tickets: 724-872-7937. • Westmoreland Historical Society will host its...
Penn State’s high-stakes backup QB competition could shape program’s future
Drew Allar has one year left at Penn State, and it’s a pretty big year. The Nittany Lions are among the favorites to win the national title, and Allar, one of the best and most experienced quarterbacks in the country, is a primary reason why they’re held in such high...
Rich Harwood: It’s time for a new American agenda
America is once again gripped by multiple political and societal crises. Most days in our local communities and in our wider public lives it can feel like we’re living through dizzying confusion, chaos and division. Acrimonious partisanship only deepens in Washington, D.C., and our state capitols. Renewed calls for a...
Gallery: Photos from August 6, 2025
Embark on a visual journey around the Western Pennsylvania region with TribLive’s latest collection of captivating images for Wednesday, August 6, 2025. From the rustic landscapes of Western Pa. to diverse corners of the globe, experience the shared moments of humanity....
Letter to the editor: God’s plan for Trump
Maybe those heel spurs that got Donald Trump out of the draft on five or six occasions are causing his feet to swell up. His daddy can’t help him this time. I’m sure God has a plan for him, just like he has for everyone else. This is one problem...
Justice Department releases new list of so-called sanctuary jurisdictions
The Justice Department identified some three dozen states, cities and counties as so-called sanctuary jurisdictions on Tuesday, two months after the federal government quietly removed a much longer list that included many localities that support the Trump administration’s hard-line immigration policies. The earlier, typo-riddled list was met with pushback from...
Lack of fire hydrants in Harmar neighborhood concerns residents, fire chief
Residents of Harmar’s Werner Camp neighborhood, tucked along the Allegheny River, have great views of the water and little traffic. But it’s what they don’t have that should be of concern: fire hydrants. “It’s definitely not safe,” said Allegheny Valley fire Chief Jay Zangrille, following a weekend fire there. Harmar...
Editorial: Denning’s plea acknowledges responsibility for Pennsylvania crimes
On Monday, a man in a dark blue prison jumpsuit stepped out of a Westmoreland County Sheriff’s van at the courthouse. His wrists were circled in handcuffs and bound to a chain around his waist. His ankles were similarly shackled. He looked like what he is: a criminal. He looked...
With interim coach leading the way, North Hills looks for next step
North Hills’ promising 2024 football season came to a screeching and tumultuous finish last fall. Following an 8-2 record in the regular season, the Indians secured a home playoff game at Martorelli Stadium. But, on Tuesday of that playoff game week, North Hills head coach Pat Carey was rushed to...
The Stroller, Aug. 6, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. HS marching bands plan...
Letter to the editor: What the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ means for average family
U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly tried to put a positive spin on Trump’s Reconciliation Bill in his op-ed “One Big Beautiful Bill a gamechanger for Western Pa.” (July 5, TribLive). I think Americans know this bill will take revenue from the average American and redistribute it upwards. There is no trickle...
Pirates farm report for Aug. 5, 2025: Konnor Griffin homers in Greensboro win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 65-43) lost 7-6 to Omaha (Royals) in 10 innings. RHP Bubba Chandler (3.69) started and went 4⅔ innings, allowing three runs on eight hits, including a homer. He walked one and struck out seven. RHP Chase Shugart (0.00) threw a no-hit seventh. RHP Eddy Yean (6-4, 2.87) gave...
Tarentum police find spiked ‘caltrops’ on Brackenridge streets
Tarentum police received reports — and later discovered — small spiked “caltrops” scattered in Brackenridge on Tuesday. Police said they confirmed reports that the caltrops — multi-spiked metal objects designed to puncture vehicle tires — were found in the area of First Avenue as well as Brackenridge Avenue. Police said...
Gov. Shapiro says U.S. has ‘moral obligation’ to get food to starving Gaza residentsVideo
Gov. Josh Shapiro said Tuesday that the United States has a “moral obligation” to make sure that starving Gaza residents get the aid they need to survive. While saying that the terrorist group Hamas needs to release the nearly 50 hostages it still holds, Shapiro said he also wants food...
Penn State’s Nick Singleton, Kaytron Allen named among nation’s best running backs
Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen are both within reach of the Penn State all-time rushing record entering their senior seasons. Their careers to this point have earned them strong reputations nationally, as both earned spots on the Doak Walker Award watch list Tuesday. Semifinalists and finalists for the nation’s top...
Ira Helfand: After 80 years, nuclear threat remains grave
As we approach the 80th anniversary of the U.S. bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki this month, on Aug. 6 and 9, respectively, the danger of nuclear war is great and growing. So far this year, five of the nine nations that possess nuclear weapons have been engaged in active military...
Transfer WR Trebor Pena explains why he chose Penn State
Trebor Pena described his brief recruitment as “pretty stressful.” Such is life in the transfer portal. Pena, the former Syracuse wide receiver, fielded calls from coaches across the country over the course of 10 days in April. By that point, most rosters were set. But some of the biggest teams...
California Republican moves to ban mid-decade redistricting wars
A California Republican is pushing a bill in Congress that would ban virtually all redistricting before 2030, a move that would kill President Donald Trump’s effort to flip up to five Democratic seats in Texas and also efforts to retaliate by blue states like New York and California. Rep. Kevin...
Gallery: Photos from August 5, 2025
Embark on a visual journey around the Western Pennsylvania region with TribLive’s latest collection of captivating images for Tuesday, August 5, 2025. From the rustic landscapes of Western Pa. to diverse corners of the globe, experience the shared moments of humanity....
Patrick McLaughlin: There’s hope for pruning federal regulations. Some state experiments are paying off
President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes $100 million for the Office of Management and Budget “to pay expenses associated with improving regulatory processes and analyzing and reviewing rules.” Following the Department of Government Efficiency initiative, this small investment won’t make many headlines — but it should. If...
