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Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Jan. 9-11
If you struggled through the first full work week of 2026, you’re not alone. Many have been looking forward to Friday since 9 a.m. on Monday. Now that the weekend’s finally on the horizon, what will you do with your free time? Here’s a few ideas around town. RV show...
Photos from around the world to our backyard
From the rolling hills of Western Pennsylvania to far-flung corners of the globe, TribLive’s gallery captures the world in motion — one frame at a time. Shot by photographers near and far, these images tell stories of place, connection and the quiet beauty of everyday life. More than a look...
Pop star Bruno Mars announces summer show at Acrisure Stadium
Pittsburghers won’t be locked out of Heaven for multi-platinum pop star Bruno Mars’ upcoming tour. Mars announced “The Romantic Tour” on Thursday, his first global headline tour in nearly a decade. It will include an Aug. 29 stop at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. This is a step up for Mars,...
Letter to the editor: Trump continues to show his cruel side
Rather than promoting compassion like other presidents, President Donald Trump chose to post an ugly rant regarding the murders of Rob and Michele Reiner as being caused by “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” illustrating his self-obsessed persona. Nothing is sacred with this guy. Nobody should have respect for him because it seems...
The Stroller, Jan. 8, 2026: 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. Volunteer office help wanted...
Westmoreland happenings: Turkey dinner, bingo, safe driving course, more
Church news Saint Vincent Basilica Parish, Unity, will offer the Discovering Christ course from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays Jan. 20 to March 3 in the parish assembly room, 300 Fraser Purchase Road. The free series for those 18 and older will address the meaning of life and basics of...
Editorial: The cost and value of regional EMS
It takes time to move from an idea to implementation. It also takes discipline to recognize when the time for that shift has arrived. Two years ago, the conversation about the future of emergency medical services in the Alle-Kiski Valley was still largely theoretical. Communities were talking about sustainability, staffing...
Letter to the editor: Deluzio ‘doesn’t get it’ on Venezuela
In his Jan. 3 statement concerning our two-hour military/justice action in Venezuela, Congressman Chris Deluzio touts his Navy and Iraq experience as the lead-in sentence. He also states that “young people” should not participate in our actions in Venezuela. And that our military action is unconstitutional. Then he states that...
Valley bowler rolls 300 game
Valley senior Baxter Diehm bowled a perfect game as part of an 816 series as Valley topped previously undefeated Plum, 5-2, in a WPIBL East section match Wednesday afternoon at Nesbit’s Lanes in Plum. His 300 game and 816 series both are school records. Fellow senior Jackson Dameron rolled a...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 7, 2026
High schools Basketball Boys Wednesday’s results Class 5A Section 4 Chartiers Valley 62, Lincoln Park 57 Class 2A Section 2 Eden Christian 57, Winchester Thurston 51 Nonsection Brashear 63, Environmental Charter 43 Carrick 66, Valley 58 Pine-Richland 55, Shaler 42 Thursday’s schedule Class 5A Section 1 Penn-Trafford at Gateway, 7:30...
High school roundup for Jan. 7, 2026: Chartiers Valley gets past Lincoln Park in Class 5A showdown
Julian Semplice led all scorers with 23 points as Trib HSSN Class 5A No. 3 Chartiers Valley defeated No. 1 Lincoln Park, 62-57, in a Section 4-5A boys basketball showdown Wednesday night. Luca Federico added 17 points and Julius Best poured in 15 for the Colts (10-1, 4-0). Amir Woods...
Duquesne men’s basketball team loses to Saint Joseph’s on road
When the final buzzer sounded in overtime of a classic back-and-forth game, Duquesne found itself short of another road victory. Jaiden Glover-Toscano scored 28 points, and Derek Simpson added 22 to lead Saint Joseph’s to a 97-90 victory on Wednesday night at Hagan Arena in Philadelphia, denying Duquesne its second...
Pennsylvania state Sen. Doug Mastriano won’t run for governor again in 2026
HARRISBURG — State Sen. Doug Mastriano will not seek the GOP nomination for Pennsylvania again this year, after months of teasing a potential run to the chagrin of establishment Republicans. Mastriano’s announcement Wednesday now clears the way for State Treasurer Stacy Garrity, who was endorsed by the state GOP last...
Mark Z. Barabak: Democrats are on a roll. So why not fight one another?
Democrats are starting the new year on a high. A series of 2025 victories, in red and blue states alike, was marked by a striking improvement over the party’s 2024 showing. That over-performance, to use the political term of art, means candidates — including even some who lost — received...
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette announces closure
Owners of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette announced Wednesday they will cease operations May 3, shuttering one of the oldest metropolitan newspapers in the country. Jodi Miehls, president of Block Communications, informed staff of the decision during a pre-recorded, 2½-minute Zoom call Wednesday afternoon. Block Communications, which has owned the Post-Gazette since...
Photos from around the world to our backyard
From the rolling hills of Western Pennsylvania to far-flung corners of the globe, TribLive’s gallery captures the world in motion — one frame at a time. Shot by photographers near and far, these images tell stories of place, connection and the quiet beauty of everyday life. More than a look...
Iran’s president tells security forces not to target protesters
Iran’s president ordered security forces not to target peaceful protesters, a bid to defuse violent unrest that activists say has left at least 36 people dead. “No security action should be taken” against those protesting economic hardship as long as they don’t compromise national security, President Masoud Pezeshkian’s deputy Mohammad...
Letter to the editor: Trump must prove that Venezuela action justified
Last time I checked, kidnappings by military force were contrary to international law. Can anyone credibly say that this wreckless unilateral action reflects anything more than presidential ego? That America’s reputation and world trust are improved by it? The Senate must demand proof from President Trump that this action in...
Letter to the editor: 2025 was a success
The Dec. 30 political cartoon stated that the year 2025 was “defective.” Well, our border was finally put in control (after four years of basically ignoring American laws and allowing chaos). The two years of “major” conflict in Gaza has ceased. The amount of illicit drugs smuggled into our country...
Editorial: Health insurance costs drive benefit cut in Westmoreland County
The rising cost of health insurance — and how to pay for it — is a question many families are debating around kitchen tables, strained checkbooks close at hand. Westmoreland County leaders are confronting that same reality. The county salary board, composed of the three commissioners and Controller Jeffrey Balzer,...
The Stroller, Jan. 7, 2026: 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. Bingo bash planned by...
Letter to the editor: Vulgarities unfortunately now the norm
When my grandma would hear words she thought to be inappropriate for the age of the speaker, she would always say, “They don’t suck that out of their thumbs.” To her it mattered not whether it was profanity, a racial slur or a lie, nor who said it. Grandma wouldn’t...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 6, 2026
High schools Basketball Boys Tuesday’s results Class 6A Section 1 North Hills 63, Fox Chapel 57 Butler 48, Seneca Valley 44 Woodland Hills 50, North Allegheny 37 Section 2 Central Catholic 57, Norwin 30 Hempfield 57, Canon-McMillan 55 Mt. Lebanon 83, Connellsville 36 Upper St. Clair 66, Imani Christian 47...
High school roundup for Jan. 6, 2026: Wild night in WPIAL hoops includes 40-point scorers, 1,000-point milestones and a shooter hitting 11 treys
Carter Gould hit 11 3-pointers and finished with 37 points to lead Mt. Lebanon to an 83-36 victory over Connellsville in Section 2-6A boys basketball Tuesday night. Liam Sheely had 18 points with four 3-pointers while Jacob Zaber scored 11 for the Blue Devils (9-3, 3-2). Christian Thomas scored 13...
WPIAL Penn State defender Anthony Speca transferring
Penn State redshirt freshman linebacker Anthony Speca has a new home. Speca, who entered the transfer portal a few days ago, is headed to Purdue, per On3. He will have three years of eligibility left. The 6-foot-1, 225-pound Speca, a standout at Central Catholic, redshirted in 2024. Speca appeared in...
