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Apollo-Ridge grad Emily Bonelli back to form for Pitt-Greensburg women’s soccer after missing 2 seasons with injuries
In the second match of the season, Pitt-Greensburg’s Emily Bonelli scored what turned out to be the only goal in a 1-0 Bobcats victory. The goal was significant for several reasons: • It provided UPG with its first victory of the 2024 season. • It gave the Bobcats a win...
Crumbling railroad crossings in Tarentum, Brackenridge get repairs, traffic detoured
Norfolk Southern Railroad began repairing several deteriorated crossings in Tarentum and Brackenridge on Monday, closing roads and forcing drivers to follow detours to reach the lower parts of the boroughs. The work was scheduled to fix crumbling pavement at the crossings that formed potholes and made getting over the tracks...
Gallery: Photos from Oct. 21, 2024
Embark on a visual journey around the Western Pennsylvania region — and the world — with TribLive’s latest collection of captivating images for Monday, Oct. 21, 2024. From the rustic landscapes of Western Pa. to diverse corners of the globe, experience the shared moments of humanity....
Danny Tyree: What’s the lowdown on downtown?
My parents used to talk about the county’s farmers streaming into town on Saturday and shopping until midnight. From my own childhood, I still remember Petula Clark’s then-new song “Downtown” blaring from the radio at my hometown’s first Dollar General store, located about a block from the public square. During...
Letter to the editor: Trump’s lies
I could hardly believe my eyes when I read the letter “Harris telling lies” (Oct. 14, TribLive). Seriously? Does the writer ever listen to Donald Trump’s rallies? All the “lies” he attributes to Harris I believe are in fact true. The champion of lies and more lies is Trump. If...
Intern joins ranks of Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall
The Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall in Carnegie has brought on an intern to focus on social work. Matthew Loughran said he is excited to start in the postion of Social Work Intern at the library. He is working toward a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) degree at...
Comedian Kathy Griffin discusses her latest tour: My Life on the PTSD-List
After a lengthy, unplanned hiatus, comedian Kathy Griffin is hitting the stage again. “It’s been too long, it’s been like seven years since I came to Pittsburgh,” Griffin recently told TribLive. She will perform Tuesday at the Carnegie Music Hall of Homestead. Griffin has been doing comedy since the 1990s...
Letter to the editor: Jesus said one thing, Trump says another
Jesus said, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Trump says you have to treat them like (excrement). Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Trump said, “Fight, fight, fight.” Jesus said, “If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other...
In brief: North Allegheny area events, week of Oct. 21, 2024
Halloween in Bradford Woods Bradford Woods Volunteer Fire Company will host a Halloween event on Oct. 25. Wear your favorite costume and meet for trunk-or-treat at 6:15 p.m. at Bradford Woods Community Church, 4836 Wexford Run Road. A parade begins at 6:30, ending at the Fire Hall for snacks, music...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Oct. 21, 2024
Plum Council approves hire, resignation Plum Council approved hiring one employee and the resignation of another at its Oct. 16 meeting. The borough made a conditional employment offer to Tyler Smith, for a skilled laborer position in public works. He would be paid $32.56 per hour, borough Manager David Soboslay...
Letter to the editor: Trump will protect religious liberty
The writer of the letter “Trump wouldn’t meet John Adams’ Christian criteria” (Oct. 15, TribLive) seems a bit confused about some things, and I hope I can help. Christians know that we are not electing a pastor or a pope or even a spiritual guide. We are electing a president,...
In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week of Oct. 21, 2024
Community welcome to block party Oct. 26 The Hebron Community Center is hosting a Community Block Party in conjunction with the Penn Hills Partnership from 3 to 6 p.m. Oct. 26 at the center, 10460 Frankstown Road. The event will feature a chili cook-off, a glow-in-the-dark free-throw basketball challenge and...
Editorial: Line of fire — Judicial havoc is no way to run gun policy
Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a lower court ruling that had struck down a Pennsylvania law barring people under 21 from carrying firearms openly during declared states of emergency. It’s hard to really celebrate this as a victory given how basic common sense it is — that judges...
Jury weighs credibility of key witness in 2021 Larimer homicide
Dennis Alexander was there when Robert Agurs was shot at a Pittsburgh gas station in 2021. The bullet came from Alexander’s gun. The getaway vehicle was Alexander’s rental SUV. But two other men — Michael James and Randall Jones — were charged with criminal homicide. As a jury began deliberating...
Letter to the editor: Trump, the worst president ever
Jan. 6, 2021, is a day we will not forget. A violent mob stormed our nation’s Capitol with the intent of insurrection. Law enforcement officers were beaten and injured, with five losing their lives in the days and months after the attack. The mob did this for the man in...
The Stroller, Oct. 21, 2024: 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. Students collecting items for...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of Oct. 21, 2024
Indiana Township to present budget Nov. 13 Indiana Township officials are expected to present their proposed 2025 budget at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Town Hall, 3710 Saxonburg Blvd. Supervisors are expected to approve its advertisement later that evening. Township Manager Dan Anderson said no real estate tax hike...
Letter to the editor: Harris doesn’t pass ‘serious person’ test
David Thornburgh’s op-ed “What would Dick Thornburgh do?” (Oct. 14, TribLive) lists the values and governing practices that made his father, Gov. Dick Thornburgh, one of our finest ever politicians and public servants. I agree. To be judged a serious person, the governor believed a politician should welcome accountability, demonstrate...
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of Oct. 21
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Editorial cartoons for the week of Oct. 21
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High school sports schedules for Oct. 21, 2024
High schools Hockey Monday’s schedule Class 3A Franklin Regional vs. Upper St. Clair at Ice Castle, 9 p.m. Class 2A Penn-Trafford vs. Bishop McCort at Cambria County War Memorial, 6 p.m. Fox Chapel vs. Norwin at Palmer Imaging Arena, 7:10 p.m. Class A Meadville vs. Quaker Valley at Baierl Ice...
A-K Valley WPIAL soccer playoff capsules: Games for Monday, Oct. 21, 2024
WPIAL soccer playoffs Boys Class 2A First round 13-Burrell (8-9) at 4-Quaker Valley (14-3-1) 6:30 p.m. Monday, Chuck Knox Stadium, Leetsdale Winner plays: Winner of 5-Charleroi (14-1)/12-Seton LaSalle (12-4) in quarterfinals Corner kicks: Burrell was the fourth-place finisher in Section 1. The Bucs snapped a four-game losing streak late in...
Unsung players help Penn State to 6-0 start
Unbeaten Penn State’s roster is loaded with star players. Tyler Warren, Abdul Carter, Drew Allar, Jaylen Reed, Zane Durant, Dani Dennis-Sutton, Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen make for a long list of standouts that has gotten longer as the season has progressed. But let’s not forget about the contributions of...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Oct. 10-16, 2024
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...
Letter to the editor: Allegheny County should tax on land value
I request our Allegheny County representatives, whatever they decide on increasing the property tax, it be 100% on land value. It is time to transition to the only tax that enhances economic productivity. Tax revenue derived from land value puts more land into play. Vacant land is put to use....
