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Steven Hill: Soaring grocery prices are not acts of God
Since the pandemic, going to the grocery store has become a jarring experience. On a recent visit, I packed my purchased items into my tote bag and then gawked at the receipt in disbelief. I’m not alone. Griping about the high cost of groceries has become a national pastime. It’s...
In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week of July 22, 2024
Host families sought for upcoming school year Expand your horizons and learn about a new culture by bringing an exchange student into your family this fall. AFSUSA, one of the oldest exchange programs in the country, is looking for host families for the coming school year. Students can stay for...
RB Ky’Ron Craggette wants to be Seton Hill football’s ‘No. 1’ option after breakthrough seasonVideo
When Dan Day took over as football coach at Seton Hill in 2019, he inherited a program that had mostly struggled since its inception in 2005. The former Griffins offensive lineman wanted to do everything possible to create a winning culture. One of the ideas Day and his staff hatched...
John R. Kasich and G. William Hoagland : Lawmakers 5 decades ago passed a big budget fix. It made a difference (for them)
Fifty years ago, Congress tried to rein in deficits and fix the budget process — or, perhaps, lawmakers were mostly just trying to wrest back some spending power from the White House. If the goal was fiscal responsibility, the results have been mixed at best. But if the goal was...
Letter to the editor: Democrats are cowards
Love Donald Trump or hate him, he’s a man with guts and courage. No Democratic president in my lifetime can say that. Just look at the facts: hostages in Iran — Carter; no air support in Mogadishu — Clinton; no support or reinforcements in Benghazi — Obama; the cowardly withdrawal...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of July 22, 2024
Host families sought for upcoming school year Expand your horizons and learn about a new culture by bringing an exchange student into your family this fall. AFSUSA, one of the oldest exchange programs in the country, is looking for host families for the coming school year. Students can stay for...
In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of July 22, 2024
Worship service at Hartwood Acres Five local Presbyterian churches will combine for an outdoor worship service on Aug. 4 at the Hartwood Acres Amphitheater. Hampton, Elfinwild, Glenshaw, Glenshaw Valley and Parkwood churches will lead the worship service at 10 a.m. Bring a blanket and/or lawn chair, and come early for...
In brief: Leetsdale vacancies, business networking and more in Quaker Valley area
Restoration project approved Leetsdale council voted 6-0 July 11 to award a $4,375 restoration project to NWS Contracting. The company was the lowest of two bidders to fix the restrooms at Henle Park. Construction is expected to begin the first week in August. Volunteers needed Volunteers are needed for a...
In brief: Pine, Richland area happenings, week of July 22, 2024
Stand-up paddle boarding Pine is offering stand-up paddles boarding sessions on Thursdays, with the next outing scheduled for July 25. Beginner stand-up paddle boarding offers safe, fun and supportive lessons, with the goal of building core strength and honing balance while playing on the water. Full Psych Adventure Team’s coach...
In brief: North Allegheny area happenings, week of July 22, 2024
Marshall Community Day Marshall Township Community Day is scheduled for Aug. 24 at Knob Hill Park. The event will start at 4 p.m. and wrap up with Zambelli Fireworks around 9:30. If you would like to participate in the event as a vendor or a sponsor, call Jessica at 724-935-3090...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of July 22, 2024
Plum School Board approves 2 contracts The Plum School Board approved new contracts with two unions representing district employees at a special voting meeting July 16. The contract with Teamsters Local Union No. 205 runs from July 1 through June 30, 2029. The union, representing district custodial, maintenance and supply...
In brief: National Night Out, high school reunion and more in the South Hills
National Night Out Neighborhoods throughout Pleasant Hills are invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 30th Annual National Night Out crime and drug prevention event. Residents are invited to join in the celebration with police, fire and medics by turning on their lights, locking their doors...
In brief: Bethel Park happenings, week of July 22, 2024
Acting Up Club South Hills Church of the Nazarene, 5601 Library Road, Bethel Park, presents the next session of the Acting Up Club 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 28 through Dec. 11. The drama and music club for children in secnd through sixth grades features music, movement, and acting...
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of July 22, 2024 and beyond
Pickleball courts installed at Scott Park The pickleball blitz has made its way to Scott. The township installed four pickleball courts at Scott Park, 2 Park Drive, in June. “Residents were making requests for additional pickleball courts since last year,” said Township Manager Denise Fitzgerald. The work was completed by...
Letter to the editor: Who needs presidential immunity?
I believe everything you need to know about the upcoming presidential election can be determined from the two candidates’ reactions to the Supreme Court’s presidential immunity decision. President Biden bitterly condemned the ruling as a violation of separation of powers and the law under the Constitution. Apparently, Biden isn’t contemplating...
Editorial: What does Biden’s withdrawal mean for Pennsylvania voters?
On Sunday afternoon, President Joe Biden posted to social media a letter that was both surprising and anticipated. He bowed out of the presidential election. It was surprising because it is really unheard of at this point in an election year. The closest analog is when Lyndon B. Johnson stepped...
Editorial: Hiding medical debt won’t make it go away
Paying for health care in America is a complicated business. In recent years, the government has taken valuable steps to reduce the harm that unexpected medical bills and unscrupulous debt collectors inflict on consumers. But a newly proposed rule, which would strip all health care bills from credit reports, is...
The Stroller, July 22, 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. Students welcome to explore careers in healthcare Allegheny Valley Hospital will...
Letter to the editor: Economy is top issue for voters
Many Americans are struggling to feed families and put gas in cars. “It’s the economy, stupid” says it all! That phrase was coined by James Carville for Bill Clinton’s presidential campaign. Today, President Biden supporters tell us Bidenomics is working and things are just fine. But are they? The average...
Editorial cartoons for the week of July 22
Editorial cartoons for the week of July 22....
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of July 22
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Pirates farm report for July 21, 2024: Ji Hwan Bae smacks 3 hits, homer in Indy loss
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 40-52) were walked-off by Omaha (Royals), 3-2. 2B Ji Hwan Bae (.360) was 3 for 3 with two walks and a solo homer on the game’s first pitch. SS Alika Williams (.271) was 1 for 5 with an RBI. LF Gilberto Celestino (.271) was 2 for 4 with...
Pirates’ Jim Leyland among those inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. — Jim Leyland said there was something special about all four of the organizations he managed during his Hall of Fame career — the Pittsburgh Pirates, Florida Marlins, Colorado Rockies and Detroit Tigers. The Pirates gave the longtime minor-league coach his first chance to manage, and what followed...
Trump: Biden ‘not fit to serve’
Donald Trump blasted Joe Biden on Sunday soon after his successor announced he would not seek reelection. “Crooked Joe Biden was not fit to run for President, and is certainly not fit to serve - And never was!” Trump said on his social media site, Truth Social. “He only attained...
‘That last debate ruined him’: Western Pa. residents react to Biden bowing out of race
President Joe Biden halting his presidential campaign and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris shocked some and came as no surprise to others in Western Pennsylvania who spoke with TribLive on Sunday. “I don’t think he has it in him for another four years,” said Scott Wolfe of New Kensington. Calls...
