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In brief: Plum, Oakmont area events, week of June 17, 2024
Plum approves GAMA Sports Training development Plum Council has approved plans for the expansion of a sports training facility in the borough. At its June 10 meeting, council unanimously approved the project proposed by GAMA Sports Training for its $2.5 million development on Sheena Drive. That included approval of a...
Letter to the editor: Hamilton should resign immediately
Westmoreland County Register of Wills Sherry Hamilton’s announcement that she supposedly will not seek reelection in 2027 is just a hollow deflection (“Embattled Westmoreland Register of Wills vows to remain in office through 2027,” June 12, TribLive). It is more likely a feeble attempt to preempt her June 17 sentencing for...
Editorial: Note to Biden on inflation: It’s the Big Macs, stupid
Democrats flummoxed over why Americans are so down on the economy should visit a McDonald’s. President Joe Biden faces many hurdles in his reelection bid. His approval numbers are historically low. His open-border policies have progressive mayors in many self-proclaimed “sanctuary cities” begging for relief. His foreign policy blunders led...
The Stroller, June 17, 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. Springdale library to host summer reading kickoff Springdale Free Public Library...
Letter to the editor: Act now to leave the world a better place
“As my information changes, so do my views.” — Plato Above is the bare minimum of reason and logic. Setting aside emotions and politics to focus one’s thoughts and actions on facts and truth. In 2024, our region has seen a 49% increase in precipitation and temperatures almost 3 degrees above...
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of June 17
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of June 17....
Editorial cartoons for the week of June 17
Editorial cartoons for the week of June 17....
Pirates farm report for June 16, 2024: Thomas Harrington throws 5 1-hit innings in Altoona win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 29-38) was blanked 5-0 by Jacksonville (Marlins). Indianapolis was held to four hits, all singles. DH Joshua Palacios (.261) went 2 for 4. LHP Nick Dombkowski (1-2, 4.43) started and gave up three runs on six hits in 3⅔ innings. He walked one and struck out four. RHP...
More staffing, education stressed at local pools as temps, crowds expected to rise
Mother Nature is cranking up the heat after what started as an unseasonably cool season for area pools. After mid-60s temperatures last week, temperatures this week are projected to be record-breaking high. Temperatures Monday through Friday are expected to be in the mid- to high 90s — levels that haven’t...
Man killed, woman injured in Summit Township crash
A 26-year-old man died Sunday afternoon when his motorcycle collided with a vehicle in Summit Township, Butler County, according to Pennsylvania State Police. At 1:20 p.m. Sunday, a woman was driving a 2013 Ford Fusion west on Route 422 in the left lane and began to turn left on Geibel...
Mt. Lebanon’s Neal Shipley wins duel for top amateur honors at U.S. Open
Mt. Lebanon native Neal Shipley’s last day as an amateur golfer was one he’ll never forget. Shipley beat Florida State junior Luke Clanton in dramatic fashion in the final round of the U.S. Open on Sunday at Pinehurst No. 2 to claim low amateur honors. Shipley shot a 2-over-par 72...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from June 5-12, 2024
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, the Tribune-Review’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,...
2 injured in Interstate 79 crash in Washington County
Two people were flown to a hospital after a multivehicle crash at 1:24 p.m. Sunday on Interstate 79 North in Washington County. The crash occurred near mile marker 45.8, between Exit 45, Canonsburg, and Exit 48, Southpointe/Hendersonville, according to 511PA. Traffic reportedly was backed up for miles....
Peter Morici: Biden administration needs a winning EV strategy or Chinese carmakers will take American jobs
American and European leaders decry Chinese mercantilism, but more is at play than trade barriers and subsidies in the struggle to dominate the electric vehicle (EV) industry. Early in this century, Chinese policymakers recognized the importance of the auto sector — it’s a huge user of semiconductors and software —...
Letter to the editor: Use the Powell Doctrine on Russia
Whatever happened to the Powell Doctrine (named after Gen. Colin Powell)? Hit the enemy with overwhelming force. Apply that to NATO’s present situation vis-a-vis Russia. Now is a good time to apply the Powell Doctrine, with Russian officers looking over their shoulders about corruption charges. NATO war planners have a...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of June 16, 2024
Etna John Bruder sold property at 106 Grant Ave. to Huntington National Bank for $25,000. Fox Chapel Estate of Sally Santman sold property at 1265 Fox Chapel Road to Craig Kostelac trustee and Steven Santman for $613,599. Margaret Taylor sold property at 910 Notre Dame Place to Mary Lee Gannon...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of June 20, 2024
Bellevue Nicholas Falcone sold property at 12 Keswick Ave. to Travis Montgomery and Mary Trum for $255,000. Bradford Woods Susan Law sold property at 119 Forest Road to Theodore and Emilee Andrianos for $135,000. Etna John Bruder sold property at 106 Grant Ave. to Huntington National Bank for $25,000. Franklin...
East suburban real estate transactions, week of June 16, 2024
ALLEGHENY COUNTY Churchill Ernestine Cratsley sold property at 3752 Margate Road to Susan Helene Goodis and Matthew Brian Mathis for $155,000. 3608 McCrady Road Trust sold property at 3608 McCrady Road to Pittsburgh Protestant Reformed Church In for $289,900. Edgewood Roger Dale Anderson sold property at 215 Race St. to...
Letter to the editor: Greensburg bishop, diocese should take responsibility
In 2015, when Bishop Edward Malesic was installed in the Diocese of Greensburg, he inherited a diocese still grappling with the enormity of the clergy abuse crisis. He committed to increasing transparency and outside oversight and established a Safe Environment Advisory Council. Unfortunately, since his 2020 departure, the diocese has...
Editorial: Who bears the responsibility for defending the poor?
Being poor in Pennsylvania is not a crime. It might be enough to get you punished, though, according to a new lawsuit. The American Civil Liberties Union and private law firms filed a petition in Commonwealth Court on Thursday. The demand? They want a ruling that spells out the state’s...
Westmoreland happenings: vacation Bible school, meetings, senior citizen news, more
Church News • The Jeannette campus of Charter Oak Church, 100 Second St., will host vacation Bible school from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 24 to 27. The theme will be “SCUBA: Diving Into Friendship With God.” Reservations required. Reservations: 724-527-3639 or visit charteroak.church/vbs and click on Jeannette campus. Juneteenth...
The Stroller, June 16, 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. Plum SummerFest to include fireworks display Plum SummerFest will be Thursday...
Are Penn State cuts a preview of higher education divide?
The gap between Penn State University’s sprawling main campus and its 20 branches can be measured these days in ways more personal and profound than highway miles. Stung by double-digit enrollment losses, the branch campuses and their students are about to lose 10% of their faculty and staff to buyouts...
Letter to the editor: Abortion and the Bible
If you follow the Bible, you can vote in favor of abortion. That runs contrary to what the writer of the letter “If you follow the Bible, you must vote against abortion” (June 9, TribLive) claims: “If you are a follower of its teaching, you must vote against it (abortion).”...
YMCA executive director seeks a pardon in 1994 drug conviction
Dressed in a blue suit and bow tie, Aaron Gibson looked pensive. It was finally his turn to appear before the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons. The regional executive director of three Pittsburgh YMCA branches — who oversaw the $7.4 million transformation of the Centre Avenue Y into housing for at-risk...
