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2 players cash in on multimillion-dollar lottery tickets in A-K Valley
As Ralph Eberle fed dollar bills into a lottery machine Monday at Sheetz in Harrison, he was pleasantly surprised to hear that two multimillion-dollar tickets had been sold within days of each other in the Alle-Kiski Valley. Admittedly, Eberle, of Harrison, would’ve preferred to be one of the winners. “That’s...
‘Soak it all in’: Ex-Penguins player Sam Lafferty’s journey back to Sunnehanna comes full circle
NHL player Sam Lafferty is quite familiar with Sunnehanna Country Club and its rich history in the amateur golf field. As a four-year member, he has played on the par-70 course numerous times. The Hollidaysburg native has ties to the course as he competed in the Wheeling Scholastic Golf Tournament...
Colin McNickle: Return money to Pa. taxpayers; don’t spend more
While the administration of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is proposing attempting to grow the commonwealth’s economy by giving away taxpayer money, a researcher at the Allegheny Institute for Public Policy says a better plan would be to return money to taxpayers. “Putting money back in the hands of Pennsylvania’s taxpayers...
Letter to the editor: Gazebo honors beloved Latrobe teacher
Thank you to all of the family and friends who joined us in dedicating the Canterna Gazebo at Loyalhanna Senior Suites on May 25. It was an overwhelming feeling to see so many attend this honor on behalf of our mother, Shirley Canterna. Our mom was a lifelong resident of...
In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of June 10, 2024
Clearview Road Bridge closure Hampton is replacing the Clearview Road Bridge, which crosses Gourdhead Run and connects to Route 8. The project involves the replacing of the existing span and relocation of electrical, water, sewer and gas lines in the vicinity of the bridge. As a result, there will be...
In brief: Pine-Richland area events, week of June 10, 2024
‘What’s In a Name’ program The Richland History Group, in conjunction with Northern Tier Regional Library, will offer a free, open-to-the-community speakers program at the library at 6:30 p.m. June 19. Retired Butler history teacher Steve Cicero, the “History Hobo,” will present “What’s In a Name,” providing the often-unknown historical...
In brief: Bloom Market, upcoming meetings and more in Sewickley area
Survey in the works Sewickley Hills officials are crafting a survey to gauge what residents want in parks and recreation amenities and services. There have been several discussions in the past few weeks about the survey. However, it is unclear when it would be ready to send out. Inquiries may...
In brief: North Allegheny area events, week of June 10, 2024
Outdoor concert series McCandless Crossing will host its annual outdoor summer concert series and introduces a new jazz offering on the second Sunday afternoon of each month throughout the summer. The weekly series runs through Sept. 30 and features local and regional performers in a variety of musical genres. Concerts...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area events, week of June 10, 2024
Volunteers sought to help Plum fire departments Volunteers are being sought to help Plum’s four fire departments. Councilwoman Vicki Roessler said she has started “Friends of the Plum Fire Departments” to help the Holiday Park, Logans Ferry, Renton and Unity volunteer fire departments. They would do things such as selling...
Letter to the editor: Trump lacks respect for military
Many of us have friends and relatives who have been in the U.S. military. I had a cousin in the Army who died from friendly fire. His memory is becoming faint, which I am so sorry about. So many of us have been through this agony of losing a loved...
Ben Folds caps off Three Rivers Arts Festival on a high note
On Sunday night, the final evening of the 2024 Three Rivers Arts Festival, Pittsburghers streamed onto Fort Duquesne Boulevard downtown. Some carried camp chairs, some carried blankets, and some only carried the dream of hearing some great tunes. And their dreams came true. They were all there to see Ben...
Editorial: Americans are unhappier than ever; 2 officials want to address that
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson, writing on behalf of the Continental Congress, proclaimed all people have an inalienable right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. A bipartisan duo of elected leaders recently argued we’re doing too little to advance that third and vitally important principle, and...
The Stroller, June 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. Cleanup day planned Saturday in Arnold Volunteers are needed for a...
Letter to the editor: Biden may not be the Democratic nominee
It’s becoming increasingly clear that the presidential political tide has turned. President Trump is up in the polls in spite of the what I believe are corrupt attempts to prosecute him out of the race because the Democrats know they can’t beat him on policy. The majority of America knows...
Norwin grad Elijah Dunn perseveres through injuries, helps IUP baseball team make D-II World SeriesVideo
Truth be told, Elijah Dunn would have liked to contribute more to the IUP baseball team this season. But a series of injuries, including a broken big toe, hampered his availability. So the Norwin grad tried to make the most of it when he was in the lineup, and his...
Burrell grad Zach Miller plays role perfectly in helping IUP baseball team reach World SeriesVideo
IUP baseball coach Steve Kline remembers the encounter with Zach Miller well. Kline was entering his second year as the Crimson Hawks’ baseball coach, and Miller approached him in an on-campus parking lot. Miller, a Burrell grad, spent his initial college days at Cal (Pa.) but never took the field...
Editorial cartoons for the week of June 10
Editorial cartoons for the week of June 10....
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of June 10
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John Dorfman: Graco and A.O. Smith boast high profit, low debt
Two qualities of outstanding companies are high profitability and low debt. Let’s look at a handful of companies that can boast both. Among the largest 2,000 U.S. companies, about 27% have high profitability, as gauged by a return on stockholders’ equity of 20% or more. About 15% of companies have...
Westmoreland County Senior Spotlight: Norwin’s Casey Rose Colcombe
Some sports teams put a lot of their focus into competing on the field, ice, or court. For hurdler Casey Rose Colcombe and the Norwin track and field team, the attention is turned towards fostering a culture that makes them feel like one giant family. When Norwin won the section...
High school sports schedules for June 10, 2024
High schools Baseball PIAA playoffs Class 6A Semifinals Monday’s schedule LaSalle College (23-3) vs. Hazleton (21-4) at DeSales University, 4 p.m.; Hempfield Landisville (20-5) vs. Downingtown West (20-5) at Muhlenberg, 7 p.m. Class 5A Semifinals Monday’s schedule Selinsgrove (21-2) vs. Governor Mifflin (20-4) at Hershey, 4 p.m.; Monsignor Bonner (19-8)...
3 people from Butler County killed in crash Saturday in Crawford County
Three people from Butler County were killed on Saturday evening in a single-vehicle car crash in Crawford County. Pennsylvania State Police said that a 2008 Scion TC, driven by Ronald J. Parisi, 21, of Chicora was traveling east on Centerville Road in Athens Township when it went off the road...
RC planes dip and dazzle at Northmoreland Park
The RC planes, helicopters and drones at Northmoreland Park on Sunday ranged from the simple — foam board, rubber bands and electronics — to the complex, with GPS satellite technology and First Person View goggles. But all of them took to a picturesque blue sky dotted with grey and white...
Chaos, confusion have followed Philly encampment clearing, residents and businesses say
When chef Dionicio Jiménez opens the doors of Cantina La Martina on Philadelphia’s Kensington Avenue, his day begins by cleaning up trash and human feces from the sidewalk or disposing of the occasional mattress where people have been sleeping around his restaurant. He and his wife, co-owner Mariangeli Alicea Saez,...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from May 29-June 5, 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,...
