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Editorial: Veterans need political support every day, not just on Veterans Day
For Veterans Day, a classic Trib editorial: Everyone loves a veteran. Especially a politician. On Veterans Day, that pride and appreciation of those who stood up and did their duty when asked or stepped forward to volunteer will be on display in many corners. Flags will be flown, and speeches...
The Stroller, Nov. 11, 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. Happy Veterans Day to...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of Nov. 11, 2024
Beware fraudsters spoofing Fox Chapel police Fox Chapel police are warning residents to be aware of calls claiming to be the police department asking for documents and personal information or seeking money. In a fraud alert posted Nov. 4, police alerted the public about scammers who are spoofing the police...
Letter to the editor: Honoring all veterans today and always
This Veterans Day, I wish to make a personal tribute to the five Busony brothers who all served our country with distinction in World War II and the Korean War. My dad, Nicholas, participated as a medic at the Battle of Bulge. He went on to help liberate a death...
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of Nov. 11
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of Nov. 11....
Check out these upcoming programs at the Cooper-Siegel and Sharpsburg libraries
The Cooper-Siegel Community Library and its Sharpsburg branch offer a variety of programming for visitors of all ages. To view a complete list of offerings, visit coopersiegel.librarycalendar.com. Events at both libraries are listed and can be viewed according to age group and location. Registration is required for most programs as...
Editorial cartoons for the week of Nov. 11
Editorial cartoons for the week of Nov. 11....
Human trafficking focus of discussion at Jeannette High School
The extent of human trafficking in the local community, and how to prevent it, will be the subject of a discussion Tuesday evening in Jeannette. Officials from the Westmoreland County Human Trafficking Task Force will be joined by the Blackburn Center to discuss the prevalence and dangers of human trafficking...
High school sports schedule for Nov. 11, 2024
High school Field hockey PIAA tournament Semifinals Tuesday’s schedule Class 3A Villa Maria Academy (23-1) vs. Emmaus (25-1) at Exeter Township, 6 p.m.; Central Bucks West (22-4) vs. Conestoga (20-3) at Methacton, 6 p.m. Class 2A Kennett (16-7-1) vs. Northern York (21-3) at Millersville University, 6 p.m.; Palmyra (17-5) vs....
Alvaro Folgueiras scores 19, Robert Morris cruises past Chatham University 79-51Video
MOON TOWNSHIP — Alvaro Folgueiras’ 19 points helped Robert Morris defeat Division III Chatham, 79-51, on Sunday. Folgueiras also contributed 13 rebounds for the Colonials (1-2), who were playing their home opener for the 2024-25 season. Ryan Prather Jr. shot 5 for 8 (4 for 6 from 3-point range) and...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Oct. 31-Nov. 6, 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: Why the deadlock on rail safety?
In February 2023, a Norfolk Southern train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, close to the Pennsylvania border. It caused significant damage to the environment and the local community. The impacts of this crash are likely to be far-reaching and felt for years to come. Those in Congress...
Letter to the editor: Gambling propaganda disgraceful
Turn on your television, radio or mobile device, and you will see and hear gambling/casino websites being promoted nonstop. Thrown at you harder than a Paul Skenes fastball, this gambling propaganda is relentless. It’s scary how our society condones it, like alcohol and drugs. What you don’t hear is that...
Editorial: The lesson of demographics and the 2024 election
If there was one lesson from the presidential election, it might be about counting chickens. The old adage suggests not counting them before they are hatched. Farm wisdom will tell you just because you have an egg doesn’t guarantee you get a chicken. That egg could end up in an...
North Hills area real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 10, 2024
Bellevue Susan Schafer sold property at 22 N Euclid Ave. to Daniel Allen Smith and Nicole Kiara Garrido for $270,000. Judith White sold property at 119 N Jackson Ave. to 119 JKSN LLC for $110,000. Svetlana Osiyan sold property at 50 S Bryant Ave. to Andrew and Emma Myers for...
The Stroller, Nov. 10, 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. Holiday program welcoming sponsorships,...
Here’s how Trump’s 2nd term could impact Pennsylvanians
President-elect Donald Trump made many promises on the campaign trail. He said he would eliminate taxes on tips and overtime pay, deport masses of undocumented immigrants and solve the conflict in the Middle East. His supporters have celebrated his victory Tuesday, hoping a second Trump administration will mean a better...
Letter to the editor: Kidney donation voucher system a win-win
Regarding the article “ ‘Life changing’: At-home dialysis allows assistant DA to focus on work while she awaits kidney” (Oct. 31, TribLive): While at-home dialysis is definitely lifestyle improving, a transplant is the ultimate goal for many patients. There is a kidney voucher system that allows a potential donor (even...
Fox Chapel boys soccer team bows out of PIAA playoffs
CHAMBERBSURG — Saturday’s PIAA Class 4A quarterfinal game between Fox Chapel and District 3’s Warwick was a seesaw affair with no real statistical advantage for either team. The sides went back and forth looking for an opening but produced few dangerous chances in a 2-1 Warwick victory. Fox Chapel finally...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Nov. 9, 2024
High school Football WPIAL Class 6A Championship Nov. 16 schedule Central Catholic (9-2) vs. North Allegheny (10-1) at Norwin, 6:05 p.m. Class 5A Semifinals Friday’s schedule Pine-Richland (10-1) vs. Bethel Park (11-2) at North Hills, 7 p.m.; Upper St. Clair (11-0) vs. Peters Township (10-1) at Bethel Park, 7 p.m....
High school roundup for Nov. 9, 2024: Mars girls avenge loss, move on to PIAA semifinals
Meredith Ashbaugh scored in the game’s opening minutes and the Fightin’ Planets defense made it hold up, leading Mars to a 1-0 victory over WPIAL champion South Fayette (20-4) in the PIAA Class 3A girls soccer quarterfinals Saturday. Mars (20-3), the third-place finisher from the WPIAL, lost 1-0 on penalty...
Franklin Regional succumbs to undefeated Conrad Weiser in PIAA quarterfinals
CHAMBERSBURG — Saturday’s final game of a PIAA quadruple-header featured end-to-end action, several highlight-reel saves and feisty exchanges between the Franklin Regional and Conrad Weiser boys soccer teams. But Weiser got two goals from Abu Barrie to shut out the Panthers, 2-0, in a Class 3A quarterfinal. Franklin Regional finished...
Fox Chapel girls can’t find key goal in PIAA quarterfinal loss to Lower Dauphin
CHAMBERSBURG — Fox Chapel scored first and had the better of the scoring opportunities throughout the game but couldn’t find an equalizer as Lower Dauphin edged past the Foxes, 2-1, in a PIAA Class 3A girls soccer quarterfinal at Chambersburg High School. Fox Chapel (19-5), the WPIAL runner-up, dropped a...
District college football roundup: Slippery Rock handles Seton Hill
Chris D’Or ran for 107 yards and a touchdown to lead No. 10 Slippery Rock to a 38-20 victory over Seton Hill in PSAC football Saturday. Brayden Long threw for 248 yards and two touchdowns for Slippery Rock (8-1, 5-1). Ky’Ron Craggette rushed for 113 yards and a touchdown for...
North Allegheny girls water polo caps season at state play-in tournament
The North Allegheny girls water polo team wrapped up its season Nov. 2 at the state play-in tournament at North Penn High School. North Allegheny, which was seeded fifth, defeated No. 4 Exeter, 9-5, but then lost to No. 1 Springfield, 10-3. The Tigers finished the season with a 10-12...
