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Letter to the editor: A businessman in the White House
I was angry when I saw the commercial from Canada showing President Reagan speaking for free trade and against tariffs. Reagan was president when the steel mills closed down in the 1980s. I think he could have saved the steel mills if he would have put tariffs on steel coming...
Starbucks to sell control of China business to Boyu, aims for rapid growth
Starbucks said it would sell control of its operations in China to Boyu Capital in a deal that values the business at $4 billion — one of the largest divestments of a China unit by a global consumer company in recent years. The Seattle-based coffee chain said the funds from...
Letter to the editor: Enough of Trump’s lies, desecration and disdain
The president stood up and said quite explicitly that the White House would not be affected by the building of his monstrous, tasteless and gaudy ballroom, which I’m sure will bear his name. Once again he lied. No surprise there. I think if his lips are moving, he’s lying. I...
The Stroller, Nov. 4, 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. Entries sought for annual...
Fox Chapel area student achievements for the week of Nov. 4, 2025
The Fox Chapel Area High School Marching Band won first place at the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Marching Band Association Championships. The Marching Foxes placed first in Class 2A at the competition, which was held Oct. 18 at Deer Lakes High School. The Marching Foxes earned a score of 86.375, and also...
Sewickley area student achievements for the week of Nov. 4, 2025
Ryan Mounteer, senior theatre major, served as a sound designer for Slippery Rock University Theatre Department’s Caridad Svich’s “Red Bike” earlier this month. He will also be a sound designer for the upcoming production of “Constellations,” on Nov. 1 at the Stoner East Black Box Theater. Baldwin Wallace University finance...
Letter to the editor: Unneccesary, punitive land ordinance in Murrysville
On Wednesday, Murrysville will be considering what is essentially a “land confiscation ordinance,” No. 1104-25. It requires property owners to register all property within the municipality that is vacant for more than 60 days or risk a fine of $1,000 per day. After you register, the municipality will have police...
Editorial: Duty doesn’t wait for big election years
An old Dutch story tells us the importance of doing what is necessary when duty demands. The Netherlands is a low-lying country prone to flooding. A system of earth and stone embankments makes up the defenses that hold back the water. The familiar tale speaks of a boy who noticed...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Nov. 3, 2025
High schools Field hockey PIAA playoffs Class 3A First round Tuesday’s schedule Manheim Township (12-8-2) at Villa Maria (20-2), 3 p.m.; Downingtown West at Mechanicsburg (17-4-1), Memorial Park Stadium, 6 p.m.; Avon Grove (21-1) at Wyoming Valley West (9-8), 4 p.m.; Garnet Valley (16-7) at Emmaus (24-1); Penn Manor (19-4-1)...
High school roundup for Nov. 3, 2025: Tucker Cullen completes hat trick in OT for Fox Chapel
Tucker Cullen’s third goal of the game was the overtime winner, lifting Fox Chapel to a 5-4 victory over Franklin Regional in PIHL Class 3A hockey Monday night. Spencer Goehring had a goal and an assist and Niko Vavpetic also scored for Fox Chapel (3-4). Ryan Crouse had two goals...
Braves hire Walt Weiss as new manager
ATLANTA — The Atlanta Braves have their new manager, announcing they’ve promoted bench coach Walt Weiss to the position Monday evening. President of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos oversaw a monthlong process to find the franchise’s replacement for Brian Snitker, who transitioned into an advisory role after one of the most...
Report: Ravens acquire pass rusher Jones from Tennessee for draft pick
The Baltimore Ravens are adding a hot hand to their needy pass-rushing group for the back half of the season. The Ravens acquired Tennessee Titans edge Dre’Mont Jones for a conditional 2026 fifth-round pick, according to multiple reports. Jones, 28, has racked up 4 1/2 sacks over the last four...
NHL power rankings: 2024-25 non-playoff teams surprise early
USA Today Sports’ NHL points projections saw pretty much the status quo from the 2024-25 playoff field. The Utah Mammoth would replace the St. Louis Blues in the West and the Columbus Blue Jackets would replace the Montreal Canadiens in the East. But in the early going – emphasis on...
Browns coach Stefanski giving up play-calling duties to offensive coordinator Rees
For the second straight season, Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski is giving up play-calling duties. Stefanski announced Monday that he is turning the playbook over to offensive coordinator Tommy Rees. The move comes after the Browns went 2-6 in the first half of the season. Cleveland is preparing to visit...
Trump backs Andrew Cuomo, threatens to cut funds for New York City if Mamdani wins
WASHINGTON — Republican President Donald Trump said on Monday he will restrict federal funds for New York City if Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the city’s mayoral elections on Tuesday, and urged supporters to vote for former Governor Andrew Cuomo. If Mamdani wins the election, Trump said on Truth Social...
Chargers standout left tackle Alt out for rest of season after surgery for high-ankle sprain
It has been a rough year to line up at left tackle for the Los Angeles Chargers. After losing two-time Pro Bowl starter Rashawn Slater to a season-ending patellar tendon tear in August, his replacement, Joe Alt, is set to undergo right ankle surgery that will put an end to...
YouTube proposes returning ABC, ESPN networks as a result of Disney’s request
YouTube TV has proposed restoring Disney’s ABC and ESPN networks, in response to the entertainment giant’s earlier request to bring back ABC to the pay-TV platform for Election Day coverage. Disney had earlier on Monday asked Google’s YouTube TV to restore ABC for Election Day coverage in service of public...
Commanders coach Dan Quinn: Jayden Daniels’ elbow injury is 100% on meVideo
There’s no clear timetable for Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels’ return from the dislocated left elbow he sustained in Sunday night’s 38-14 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, coach Dan Quinn told reporters Monday. Quinn said they’re still gathering information on the extent of the injury, which occurred when Daniels’ arm...
Penn State football can still make a bowl game, but would it go?
Penn State football is roiled in the middle of an epic five-game losing streak. The Nittany Lions have lost their head coach, their starting quarterback and, certainly enough, their once-promising ways during the past month. But could this team still play in the postseason? Interim head coach Terry Smith was...
A-K Valley high school soccer PIAA playoff preview capsules for Nov. 4, 2025
PIAA soccer playoffs Boys Class 4A First round 3-4 Central York (15-5-1) at 7-1 Fox Chapel (16-2) 5 p.m. Tuesday, Burke Stadium, Fox Chapel Winner plays: Winner of 1-2 Abington (18-2-3)/3-2 Chambersburg (12-4-4) Saturday in semifinals (time, site TBD) Players to watch: Alex Neff, Central York; Sean Regan, Fox Chapel...
Trump official says he would shutter airspace if he thought it was unsafe
WASHINGTON — Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Monday the Trump administration would shutter the U.S. aviation system if he thought an ongoing government shutdown was making it too risky to travel. “If we thought that it was unsafe … we’ll shut the whole airspace down. We won’t let people travel....
Jon Stewart extends ‘Daily Show’ contract through 2026
Jon Stewart and “The Daily Show” will live to see another day — or another year. The Emmy Award-winning funnyman has extended his contract to host and executive produce the late-night comedy series through 2026. Paramount, now owned by Skydance Corp., announced Monday that Stewart will continue to lead the...
FBI director Kash Patel fires back at critics of flight to State College on government jet
FBI director Kash Patel is firing back at “internet anarchists and the fake news” for questioning his use of a government jet to see his singer girlfriend perform at a wrestling event at Penn State. “Let me be clear: we will not be distracted by baseless rumors or the noise...
Trump moves to fire watchdog of U.S. housing regulator involved in crackdown, sources say
WASHINGTON — The internal watchdog for the U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency is being removed from his role, four people familiar with the matter said, at a time when the housing regulator is playing a role in President Donald Trump’s targeting of perceived political enemies. The ouster of Joe Allen,...
Smallsgrass jam session in Millvale brings together bluegrass aficionados of all skill levels
On Wednesday nights in Millvale, the sound of banjos, fiddles and mandolins drifts across the patio outside Mr. Smalls Cafe. That’s where the Smallsgrass Bluegrass Jam has become a weekly tradition, drawing pickers of all ages and skill levels. “It just feels like a group of friends hanging and playing...
