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From ‘Ten Commandments’ to ‘Uncut Gems,’ here are 12 great movies for Passover and EasterVideo
It’s not uncommon for some of us to describe a great, genuinely transcendent movie as a religious experience. We like to exalt the sublimity of the moving image, sacralizing what is too often regarded as a godless, sometimes profane medium. We make our dutiful pilgrimages to this Robert Bresson retrospective...
Potential coronavirus drugs may cost as little as $1, study saysVideo
Potential coronavirus treatments could be made for as little as $1, well below their typical price tags in pharmacies, according to an analysis of nine drugs in clinical trials. If their promise is confirmed in ongoing studies, medicines for covid-19, including hydroxychloroquine, which President Donald Trump touted as a treatment,...
Letter to the editor: Suspend diesel tax to help truckers
Pennsylvania has the second highest tax on diesel fuel (I’m surprised we’re not No. 1) in the nation. Without truckers, medical supplies and groceries could not be delivered. Until the coronavirus pandemic ends, the tax on diesel fuel should be suspended. Tony Pittore Penn Township, Westmoreland County...
Letter to the editor: It’s always Trump’s fault
Regarding Richard P. Davis’ letter “Trump’s inaction on coronavirus” (April 7, TribLIVE): As usual, it’s all President Trump’s fault. Davis cites spring break in Florida and Mardi Gras celebrations in Louisiana. Funny how he left out Nancy Pelosi telling people to come to Chinatown in San Francisco in late February,...
Letter to the editor: Don’t listen to Trump
After watching President Trump’s daily updates on the coronavirus, it makes me wonder how far ahead of this problem we would be if Trump took it seriously months ago. While China, South Korea and other countries were locking down to prevent the spread of this virus, Trump was using it...
Letter to the editor: How is Gov. Wolf doing ‘everything we can’?
While the state loses over $6 million a day in liquor sales, our governor proclaims, “We are doing everything we can to help.” How exactly? Safe practices are in place at many stores that protect both customer and employee. We can’t do that at our Fine Wine & Good Spirits...
Excela ER doctor takes precautions; donations sought for protective equipment
After 15 years of practicing in Excela Health emergency rooms, Dr. Greg Harbaugh has added a new twist to his daily routine. Every day when he arrives home, Harbaugh strips down in the garage, places his clothing in a plastic bag, dumps the contents in the washing machine and heads...
The Stroller, April 10, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Send information of charitable events to The Stroller Is your company or organization making or collecting equipment for health professionals? Is your club or church going to sponsor a community blood drive? The Stroller will publish information about community drives and collections at Triblive.com. Send information to vndnews@tribweb.com. Small Acts...
Carnegie Ukranian Orthodox church to host Easter in June
Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church will hold Easter in June at the 53rd Annual Ukranian Easter Egg Sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 6. The sale will feature more than 1,200 Ukranian pysanky, Easter eggs, and more than 300 specialty eggs, including goose, ostrich, wooden and...
Historic Franklin Park church prepares to mark 200 years
Fairmount Church, located at the junction of Sewickley Hills and Bell Acres in Franklin Park, will hold several commemorative events in 2022, culminating in a celebration in September. In September 1822 — when James Monroe was president of the 24 United States and future president Abe Lincoln was a 13-year-old...
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Relevant, accurate information is more important than ever. As we settle into a new normal, we at the Pine Creek Journal would like to once again invite you to become a Community Contributor on our site. As a Contributor, you can post comments, photos and videos of day-to-day life, news...
Judges, lawyers pay price for packing Brooklyn courthouse
NEW YORK — Dozens of lawyers, court officers and clerks crowded onto the wooden benches in Judge Johnny Lee Baynes’ courtroom March 12 as they waited for the judge to hear cases at his calendar call, the busiest day of his week. It was business as usual — which unnerved...
Officials ID North Huntingdon man killed in 2-vehicle collision in White Oak
A 59-year-old man died Thursday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash in White Oak, Allegheny County Police said. The county Medical Examiner’s office identified the victim as Donald Pivirotto, 59, of North Huntingdon. Police responded to the crash shortly before 4 p.m. in the 3000 block of Jacks Run Road. Medics...
New Eagles DT Javon Hargrave discusses leaving Steelers: ‘It was real tough’Video
Of course, Javon Hargrave said, he wanted to stay in Pittsburgh. The Steelers were the team that brought him into the NFL with the No. 89 overall pick in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He felt he was part of a “winning” culture, and he had developed...
White House weighs new panel to map post-virus economic recoveryVideo
WASHINGTON — The White House is considering whether to create a working group focused on reviving the U.S. economy after the coronavirus pandemic eases, and whether the panel should include representatives from the private sector. The discussions are in their early stages, according to three people familiar with the matter....
Laurels & lances: Bunny, bottles, breakdown
Laurel: To a bunny’s best helpers. Easter is one of those milestone holidays for many kids, like Christmas or birthdays. For some, it could be hard to reconcile a quarantine celebration without egg hunts and family parties. But volunteers in South Greensburg helped the Easter bunny out by making sure...
Western Pa. grocers try to keep customers, workers safe as government discourages shopping tripsVideo
Grocery stores around the Pittsburgh region continue to do all they can to keep customers and employees safe and healthy during an escalating coronavirus pandemic that prompted federal officials to warn people to avoid supermarkets. Along with social distancing, at the top of the list for most area grocers is...
Oddsmakers like Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes to win MVP, but big money is on another QBVideo
Assuming the 2020 NFL season begins on time, Thursday marked 154 days until the first game would kick off. Although a lot can happen between now and Sept. 10, oddsmakers in Las Vegas have handicapped the NFL MVP race. According to William Hill Sports Book, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has...
Christopher Franklin: Give comfort to the essential
In the face of this unprecedented global pandemic, new phrases like “social distancing” and “flatten the curve” have quickly entered our American lexicon. But as government officials, business owners and frontline personnel around the world grapple with challenges we never could have imagined just weeks ago, there is one single...
Tie game: Ancient bit of string shows Neanderthal handiwork
NEW YORK — It looked like a white splotch on the underside of a Neanderthal stone tool. But a microscope showed it was a bunch of fibers twisted around each other. Further examination revealed it was the first direct evidence that Neanderthals could make string, and the oldest known direct...
Editorial: New heroes arise in pandemic
Hero. A person admired because of courageous acts or selfless endeavors. We all know what a hero is. It’s the firefighter who rescues a kid from a burning building or the soldier who falls on a grenade. It’s a police officer who stops a bank robbery. We recognize the heroes...
Sen. Mike Regan: Covid-19 assistance for law enforcement
Last week, Pennsylvania law enforcement experienced its first loss related to covid-19 with the passing of Lt. James Walker, a 32-year veteran of the Philadelphia Police Department. My heart goes out to Walker’s family and colleagues during this difficult time. Additionally, my mind is on the other 52 Philadelphia officers...
Letter to the editor: What’s happening at Mexico border?
Isn’t it strange that we have not been hearing much about what is going on at our border with Mexico? People from all over the world, including areas where the virus is rampant (including China and Iran), had been entering our southern border. The fact that Mexico has only reported...
Meet the man who’s keeping NASCAR and live sports on your TV through the pandemic
Coronavirus is hitting sports hard, but through the many event postponements, whispers of rescheduled dates and fan prayers, the virtual world is kicking into overdrive to fill the gap in live entertainment. iRacing is at the epicenter. The sim racing game, which launched its first eSports series — the eNASCAR...
Letter to the editor: Trump is protecting our country
In response to Richard P. Davis’ letter “Trump’s inaction on coronavirus” (April 6, TribLIVE): I see your statements as wrong. You have the nerve to say President Trump did nothing until mid-March. You need to find better sources. In January, the president restricted travel from China, and the Democrats called...
