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Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro says Chuck Schumer should have used ‘leverage’ in government shutdown fightVideo
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Democrats in Washington should have been more strategic in trying to extract concessions from the Republican-led Congress on the government funding bill that passed last week, weighing in on a debate that divided his party over its response to President Donald Trump’s agenda. Senate Minority...
Will Penn State’s backup QB battle be decided by the end of April?
Drew Allar is Penn State’s starting quarterback. He is the unquestioned leader of Andy Kotelnicki’s offense, a potential early-round draft pick in 2026 who threw for 3,327 yards and 24 touchdowns in 16 games a year ago. Allar’s backup? The answer to that question is a bit unclear when it...
Saint Francis draws Alabama State in First Four game of NCAA Tournament
The Saint Francis men’s basketball team won’t have to wait long to play its first NCAA Tournament game since 1991. The Red Flash will play Alabama State in a First Four game at 6:40 p.m. Tuesday at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio. The game will be televised on truTV. No....
Ravens, QB Cooper Rush agree to 2-year deal to be Lamar Jackson’s backup
BALTIMORE — Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has a new backup. Cooper Rush has agreed to a two-year, $6.2 million deal worth up to $12.2 million with Baltimore, a source with direct knowledge of the deal confirmed to The Baltimore Sun. Rush spent his first seven seasons in the NFL with...
Arlington Cemetery website removes links to information on minority, female veterans
The Arlington National Cemetery website has removed links to information on prominent Black, Hispanic and female service members as part of President Donald Trump’s ongoing efforts to eliminate references to diversity, equity and inclusion. Among the internal links that no longer appear on the website are those directing users to...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from March 6-12, 2025
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, TribLive’s “Scenes from the Valley” photo package brings to life activities and moments happening in your backyard. To have a photo considered as a “Scenes from the Valley” candidate, please...
Despite graduation losses, Gateway boys volleyball confident in program’s strength
Roster turnover is expected in sports, especially at the high school levels. What isn’t expected is losing 14 seniors, including three first- and second-team all-star selections. For Gateway boys’ volleyball coach Phillip Randolph, such was the case after last season. Combining the loss of familiar faces with jumping up in...
For Penguins defense prospects, it’s ‘ATO season’
On Tuesday, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins traded defenseman Nikolai Knyzhov to the Grand Rapids Griffins for future considerations. In his first season with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Knyzhov was hardly spectacular, but he offered a steading presence to a blue line that was constantly in flux because of injuries or call-ups. So, why was...
Westmoreland happenings: Health and resource fair, senior citizen news, pierogi sale, more
Church News • Greensburg Church of the Brethren hosts a night of fun and fellowship for individuals and groups with developmental disabilities from 5 to 7 p.m. Mondays at the church, 554 Stanton St., Southwest Greensburg. Dinner is included. Participants must be accompanied by a family member or caregiver. Donations...
Letter to the editor: A common language binds us together
Annie Abbott’s opinion of the president’s declaration of English as the U.S. official language reveals a clear misunderstanding of history and political reality (“Multilingualism not a threat. It belongs in our country,” March 7, TribLive). Countries need a key core concept that cultivates “commonality” which binds them. The U.S. was...
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban deed transfers for the week of March 16, 2025
ALLEGHENY COUNTY Chalfant Jones Property LLC sold property at 134 Parkway Ave. to Anise Petite for $18,000. Monroeville Yvonne Morrison sold property at 1372 Hillsdale Drive to Joseph Vincent Jabeir and Christina Anne Lauver for $299,000. Cupola Homes 27 LLC sold property at 1165 La Salle Road to Samah Alhajia...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of March 16, 2025
Bellevue Yanoga LLC sold property at 124 N Balph Ave. to Scott Gabriel for $230,000. Franklin Park Imran Paniwala sold property at 2821 DePaul Ct to Sarat Chandran Sarngadharan and Divyasree Devarajan for $690,000. Akhil Sharma sold property at 1702 Sturbridge Drive to David James and Laura Susan Bednar for...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of March 16, 2025
Etna Sobryan Delamo sold property at 31 Elm Lane to Derek William Johnson for $85,000. Fox Chapel Mark Henderson sold property at 1080 Fox Chapel Road to Martin and Freda Escovitz for $1,348,395. Indiana Twin Oaks Develop LLC sold property at 3348 Lenox Drive to Maronda Homes LLC for $145,000....
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of March 16, 2025
Franklin Park Timothy Schweers sold property at 2528 Adele Ct to Joshua Adam Schwartz and Laurel Sara Brown for $570,000. Maronda Homes LLC sold property at 1327 Adrian Drive to Ross Michael and Pamela Sarah Gioiosa for $712,911. Estate of Paul Black sold property at 2554 Cole Road to Patrick...
Letter to the editor: Council must approve increased fees to reduce pollution
Events like the one reported in the article “Damage reported at U.S. Steel facility in Braddock, followed by increase in air pollution,” Feb. 24, TribLive) make Allegheny County’s already bad air a lot worse. The Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) is charged with enforcing the Clean Air Act and keeping...
Alle-Kiski Valley Senior Citizen Centers calendar: March 9, 2025
Armstrong County Senior Centers Apollo Wednesday: bingo. Thursday: 10 a.m., free bingo; blood pressure clinic and nutrition program. Hours: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays. Details: Charlotte at 800-368-1066 or Amy at 724-478-1410. The center is at 707A N. Fifth St., Apollo. Freeport Tuesday and Thursday: bingo. The center is...
Editorial: Allegheny and Westmoreland counties show why Pennsylvania is a swing state
If you want to know how political power is ebbing and flowing in Pennsylvania, take a look at Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. Pennsylvania’s politics swing like the clapper of a bell. It can be Democratic one year and Republican another. The 67 counties run the gamut of deepest blue to...
The Stroller, March 16, 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. Kiski Area HS musical...
Under pressure: Water flow issues can cripple firefighters who rely on patchwork of unregulated hydrants
Two Fayette County homes 4 miles apart went up in flames in a 10-month period in 2021 and 2022 while firefighters reportedly struggled to draw water from nearby fire hydrants. Residents of those homes believe low water pressure contributed to them losing their possessions and pets, according to federal civil...
From remote work to cashless venues, covid-19’s effects on business 5 years later
The gathering was a who’s who of Pennsylvania politicos, all looking to share in the credit of a transformational $600 million reimagination of Downtown Pittsburgh. Gov. Josh Shapiro, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey and Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato, among others, huddled along Penn Avenue in October to tout the sizable...
Water pressure varies for thousands of fire hydrants in Western PennsylvaniaVideo
There’s no doubt that water flow from at least one hydrant in Hempfield is sufficient to fight a fire. Maintenance crews on a recent March morning allowed water to gush from an open hydrant as part of a rare test to determine its flow. Workers measured the hydrant’s static pressure...
Letter to the editor: Pa. must prioritize funding for AAAs
As an older Pennsylvanian and advocate, I’m deeply concerned about the funding challenges facing Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). AAAs are vital because they offer seniors information and support. For 25 years, I’ve served on the Southwestern Pennsylvania AAA Advisory Board and visit my AAA, the Masontown Senior Center, three...
Riverhounds shut down in road loss to San Antonio
The second game of the season was a dud for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds. Jorge Hernandez and Luke Haakenson scored and the Riverhounds mustered six shots, just one of which was on goal, during a 2-0 road loss at San Antonio FC on Saturday night. In the 54th minute, Riverhounds goalkeeper...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for March 15, 2025
High schools Baseball Saturday’s results Serra Catholic Invitational At Pullman Park Greensburg Central Catholic 11, Bishop Carroll 0 Our Lady of the Sacred Heart 5, Greensburg Central Catholic 4 Serra Catholic 10, Bishop Carroll 0 Serra Catholic 9, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart 4 Jackie Robinson tournament At Vero...
High school roundup for March 15, 2025: Peters Township controls Cathedral Prep in Class 5A quarters
WPIAL champion Peters Township was held to its lowest point total of the season Saturday in the PIAA Class 5A girls basketball quarterfinals. But that wasn’t because of anything the Indians did wrong. To the contrary, Peters Township was in control of District 10 champion Cathedral Prep throughout, securing a...
