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Letter to the editor: Trump’s amoral foreign policy
Nearly 60% of Americans oppose President Trump’s statement that Ukraine is to blame for starting the war. Our reputation is as the protector of smaller countries. We do not keep them out of negotiations that will determine their fates — which Trump did in 2018, shutting the Afghan government out...
Pirates farm report for May 13, 2025: Bubba Chandler fans 8 in 5 shutout innings
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 21-17) defeated Louisville (Reds), 3-1. RHP Bubba Chandler (1.91) started and pitched five scoreless innings, allowing four hits and three walks with eight strikeouts. RHP Ryder Ryan (2.87), RHP Kyle Nicolas (1-0, 6.48) and RHP Isaac Mattson (2.30) had scoreless outings. Rehabbing RHP Dauri Moreta (6.00) gave up...
Mt. Pleasant grad Courtney Poulich helps power RMU softball to Horizon League title, NCAA Tournament
First, she transferred out of Liberty after one season that featured a mere three at-bats. Then she endured a torn hamstring that wiped out the first season at Robert Morris. Once she came back, she struggled through what, essentially, was another freshman season. So no one could blame Courtney Poulich...
High school roundup for May 13, 2025: Gateway tennis survives challenge in 1st round of states
WPIAL champion Gateway survived a challenge from District 3 third seed Manheim Township in the PIAA Class 3A boys tennis first round Tuesday, coming away with a 3-2 victory. The Gators (13-0) swept the singles matches to finish off Manheim Township (12-3), getting straight-set wins from Adam Memije, Zidaan Hassan...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 13, 2025
High schools Baseball WPIAL playoffs Class 6A Quarterfinals Monday’s schedule Times, sites TBA Hempfield (8-12) vs. North Allegheny (14-6); Butler (11-8) vs. Norwin (12-8); North Hills (7-12) vs. Canon-McMillan (14-6); Mt. Lebanon (8-12) vs Seneca Valley (14-6) Class 5A First round Wednesday’s schedule Trinity (10-9) vs. Pine-Richland (17-3) at Plum,...
Judge in Johnstown becomes 1st in U.S. to uphold use of Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans
A federal judge in Johnstown on Tuesday ruled the government may remove Venezuelan citizens thought to be members of a violent gang under the Alien Enemies Act — but only if they are given 21 days notice and “an opportunity to be heard.” The 43-page opinion, written by U.S. District...
Penn State president wants to close 7 campuses; internal records explain why
This story was produced by the State College regional bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom dedicated to investigative and public-service journalism for Pennsylvania. Sign up for Talk of the Town, a weekly newsletter of local stories that dig deep, events, and more from north-central PA, at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/talkofthetown. Penn...
Editorial: Penn State needs to be open about closing campuses
Penn State leaders are proposing the shuttering of seven Commonwealth Campuses. The idea has been on the table since February. It would be brought up in May, it was suggested. But the May meeting of the board of trustees falls in a sweet spot between the annual Blue-White Game at...
John Dorfman: Contestant rides Palantir’s 446% gain to stock derby win
A 446% gain in Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) propelled Christy Anderson to a victory in the 2024-25 running of Dorfman’s Three-Stock Derby, an annual stock-picking contest. Anderson of Las Vegas is chief operating officer of a small company that makes radio frequency amplifiers with military applications. As such, she became...
Ex-treasurer of South Park BMX group charged with embezzling $120K
The former treasurer of the South Park BMX Track Association is accused of stealing more than $120,000 from the organization over the last six years — and then creating false bank account statements to cover it up. Jennifer Meares, 45, of Baldwin Borough is charged with three counts of theft,...
Bill to sell legal marijuana through Pa. state stores rejected by GOP-led panel
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. HARRISBURG — A Pennsylvania Senate panel has rejected a bill advanced by Democrats that would permit the sale of recreational cannabis to adults at state-owned...
Reports: Trump’s planned EPA overhaul jeopardizes Energy Star appliance program
Any budget-aware, environmentally conscious consumer scouting out new appliances knows to look for the Energy Star label. The familiar blue-and-white logo – stuck on refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, heat pumps, washers, dryers, water heaters and air conditioners – signifies cost savings and efficiency. But the program, run by the U.S. Environmental...
Alisa E. Harris: State funding is reducing violence and supporting youth — we must keep it going
Pennsylvania is home to more YMCAs than any other state in the nation — more than 700,000 Pennsylvanians are members of their local YMCA, and an additional 180,000 people participate in YMCA programs each year. It is hard to overstate the positive impact a YMCA has on a community —...
Gallery: Photos from May 13, 2025
Embark on a visual journey around the Western Pennsylvania region with TribLive’s latest collection of captivating images for Tuesday, May 13, 2025. From the rustic landscapes of Western Pa. to diverse corners of the globe, experience the shared moments of humanity....
Sewickley Academy student achievements for the week of May 13, 2025
Sewickley Academy celebrated the outstanding achievements of its Senior School students at the annual Senior School Awards Ceremony held on April 15 in the Rea Auditorium on the Academy’s campus. The event recognized students for their academic excellence, leadership and community service. More than 35 awards were presented during the...
Letter to the editor: Pirates make fans want the game to end quickly
Columnist Paul Kengor’s lamentations on the advent of a less leisurely pace of play in Major League Baseball are severely undermined by citing our local team (“Ruining America’s national pastime,” May 8, TribLive). Even as a former professional radio sports announcer, I find watching the “dreaded Pittsburgh Pirates” a quite...
Letter to the editor: Of course Trump would see himself as pope
Who can blame President Trump for seeing himself as worthy of being the next pope? Our behavior has enabled this expectation. Republicans in Congress taught him that he won’t be expelled from office even if evidence is clear that he tried to bribe a foreign leader with taxpayer money. American...
Letter to the editor: Get rid of the incumbents not paying attention to voters’ needs
In the article “Where did all the Democrats go? In suburban Pittsburgh counties, they’re harder to find in elected office” (May 4, TribLive), Westmoreland County Republican Committee Chairman Bill Bretz suggested the Democratic Party lost favor with Westmoreland County voters due to a lack of attention to their basic needs....
Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass blow the house down at the Byham
At 90 years old, Herb Alpert is still going strong. “My sister is 98 years old,” he said to the applause of the sold-out crowd at the Byham Theater in Downtown Pittsburgh at Monday night’s show. “She said, ‘Why are the world are you doing this?’ I’ll tell you the...
Letter to the editor: Tim Carson should remain as coroner
I had the honor to serve alongside Tim Carson while serving as chief of staff for Westmoreland County Commissioner Doug Chew. Because of my position, I had a frequent exposure to the work he and his department did for the county. From a professional evaluation, I can assure you Carson’s...
Editorial: Divided legislature means pointless bills
The great frustration of a divided legislature is how it works so hard to stay in exactly the same place. Having a governor of a different party than the lawmakers is a challenge, but it still allows both sides to do their jobs. Legislators pass a law or decide on...
Letter to the editor: Tariffs will make us less rich, less respected
Picture a White House press conference. A conservative journalist mentions a rumor that Amazon might display tariff surcharges online. Before tariff evangelist Scott Bessent has a chance to speak, the press secretary lunges in front of him. She launches into a breathless rant about Joe Biden and Amazon’s disloyalty, complete...
The Stroller, May 13, 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. 3-on-3 basketball tournament set...
Letter to the editor: Pet care assistance available
As a volunteer with Humane Action Pennsylvania (HAP) and a proud guardian of two cats, I have seen firsthand the importance of responsible pet guardianship. This means more than just providing food and shelter, it’s ensuring proper medical care, socialization and love. It includes spaying or neutering, routine vet visits...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 12, 2025
High schools Baseball WPIAL playoffs Class 6A Quarterfinals May 19 schedule Times, sites TBA Hempfield (8-12) vs. North Allegheny (14-6); Butler (11-8) vs. Norwin (12-8); North Hills (7-12) vs. Canon-McMillan (14-6); Mt. Lebanon (8-12) vs Seneca Valley (14-6) Class 5A First round Wednesday’s schedule Trinity (10-9) vs. Pine-Richland (17-3) at...
