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5 things to do in Pittsburgh: April 19-21
We’ve made it to another weekend. Here are some ways to get out of the house and enjoy it. Kennywood’s open! Kennywood Park will open for the season this Saturday. Visiting the amusement park has been a tradition for families in the Pittsburgh region for generations. The park boasts new...
Letter to the editor: Dysfunctional board erodes public trust in Harrison
The four-month Harrison impasse “Harrison commissioners fill township boards, with one oddity among the appointments” (Dec. 23, TribLive) is pathetic, as an expired authority board position remains unfilled. Municipal authorities were created to be independent of political bodies and their undue influence. Nevertheless, the manipulative trio of Chuck Dizard, Gary...
The Stroller, April 19, 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. Local food shuttle expands hours, service areas The Fresh Food Shuttle...
Laurels & lances: History and repetition
Laurel: To living history. It’s no secret that Pennsylvania’s origin story is the origin story of the nation. But a New Kensington woman brings it to life with her own family tree. Mary Lee Brady-Atkins, 95, is a remarkable woman. She got her bachelor’s degree from Pitt before moving on...
Letter to the editor: Penn Township transparency
In a recent email newsletter, Penn Township announced: “Due to technical difficulties, livestream meetings are temporarily unavailable. An improved audio and visual experience is coming soon!” I am glad to hear it. Since last fall, Penn Township hasn’t had streamed video or recordings of meetings available to the public. Myself...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County: April 19-21
Whether it’s fun or fundraising, there’s something to do for all ages in Westmoreland County this weekend. Pittsburgh Oldies All-Stars On Sunday, the Palace Theatre, 21 W. Otterman St, Greensburg, will offer up an afternoon of nostalgic tunes. Featuring The Jaggerz, Chuck Blasko’s Vogues, The Marcels, The Skyliners and Pure...
Pirates farm report for April 18, 2024: Paul Skenes dominant again for Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 9-9) gave up four runs in the top of the ninth but held on for a 6-5 win over St. Paul (Twins). Paul Skenes (0.00) made his fourth Triple-A start and was dominant again, throwing 3⅓ scoreless innings with eight strikeouts. He allowed a double to 1B Yunior...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for April 18, 2024
High schools Baseball Thursday’s schedule Class 6A Section 1 North Allegheny 8, Allderdice 4 Pine-Richland 3, Seneca Valley 2 Section 2 Central Catholic 5, Baldwin 4 Hempfield 3, Canon-McMillan 2 Mt. Lebanon 6, Norwin 0 Class 4A Section 1 Knoch 14, Highlands 4 Section 2 Ringgold 5, Belle Vernon 4...
High school roundup for April 18, 2024: Central Catholic clears bases for walk-off win over Baldwin
Carson Pettyjohn hit a walk-off bases-clearing double to lead Central Catholic to a 5-4 victory over Baldwin in Section 2-6A baseball Thursday. Yaniel Heredia added a double for the Vikings (7-6, 4-5). Matt Musial singled, tripled and had an RBI for Baldwin (2-9, 1-5). Bentworth 4, Frazier 3 – Lucas...
York police officer raped baby during bathtime, court documents revealVideo
A York police officer raped a 13-month-old girl while he was bathing her over the weekend in a Dauphin County home, police wrote in court documents. The baby’s Halifax daycare center called Pennsylvania State Police on Monday requesting a welfare check after the girl was dropped off with “severe bruising”...
Riverhounds learn US Open Cup opponent
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds made a dramatic run to the quarterfinals of the US Open Cup last year by beating two MLS sides, but this year’s tournament will look a lot different. With only eight MLS teams participating, the Hounds will enter in the round of 32 where they’ll host fellow...
Letter to the editor: Nepotism produces incompetence
I’m not wrapped too tight, and I watch movies such as Martin Scorcese’s riveting “Casino.” Brilliant, dazzling as it was, it meant little to me when characters spoke of “juiced-in cowboys,” which meant any of many forms of nepotism. With no hard feelings at all, no judgments made, I don’t...
Pirates recall pitcher Quinn Priester from Triple-A
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed right-handed pitcher Quinn Priester on the major-league taxi squad Thursday. He is expected to be recalled to the 26-man active roster and start Friday’s series opener against the Boston Red Sox at PNC Park. Priester is 1-1 with a 3.95 ERA this season for Triple-A Indianapolis....
Pennsylvania House Democrats take step toward expelling state Rep. Kevin Boyle
HARRISBURG — A top House Democratic leader took a first step toward expelling State Rep. Kevin Boyle from the state House, as the lawmaker faces criminal charges and his family says he’s experiencing a serious mental health condition. House Majority Leader Matt Bradford, D-Montgomery, in response to Boyle’s situation, on...
Seafood chain Red Lobster considering bankruptcy
Red Lobster is considering filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, according to a report. The seafood chain is considering a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing as it looks to restructure its debt, according to a Bloomberg News report citing people with knowledge of the matter. The chain is looking to rid itself...
Cheryl Allen: Retail marijuana would hurt Pa., especially our young people
Government officials should refrain from promoting a predatory industry whose very existence relies upon drug dependency. This was my message to state representatives in Harrisburg as I was invited to share testimony during a recent committee hearing on marijuana legalization. I have extensive experience with young people and their parents...
Students return to Twin Lakes Park for annual Envirothon competition
The annual Westmoreland County Envirothon on Thursday saw 110 students from 11 Westmoreland County high schools compete at Twin Lakes Park. Winners of the event that tests knowledge of forestry, soil and land use, aquatic ecology and wildlife will represent the county in a state competition to be held next...
Greensburg ArtsWalk 2024 will be a day of art and fun
This Saturday, downtown Greensburg will come alive with art, activities, performances and more. Greensburg ArtsWalk 2024 is an opportunity for community members of all ages to explore the vibrant local arts scene — and have a fun day out. Presented by the Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Seton Hill University...
Letter to the editor: What about the war on the unborn?
I hear the abortion supporters call Republican efforts to outlaw abortion a “war on women.” There are no fatalities in this war, yet I don’t hear anyone call the over 600,000 babies that are killed in the womb every year a “war on the unborn.” Wonder why? Bill Radvansky New...
Letter to the editor: Vote for democracy, not autocracy
Why on earth would Donald Trump want Viktor Orban, the autocratic leader of Hungary, to meet with him at Mar-a-Lago? Trump thinks Orban is a great leader and, like the other dictators, Putin, Xi Jinping and Kim Jong-Un, he seems to want to become one of them. And the thought...
The Stroller, April 18, 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. Recycling event to celebrate Earth Day An Earth Day celebration will...
Letter to the editor: We need real presidential leadership
When any political party attempts to elect/reelect to president a candidate that to me is visibly cognitively impaired (based on special counsel’s findings), that party has lost value to our America. The bottom line of that counsel’s remarks — President Biden should not hold a security clearance. His recent State...
Trump presses Republicans for kickbacks when using his likeness
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump’s presidential campaign wants other Republicans to pay up, if they use the former president’s name, image or likeness in any fundraising solicitations, according to a new campaign memo obtained by Bloomberg News. Signed by co-campaign managers, Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita, the memo asks that all...
Editorial: Coal workers’ respiratory health must be priority
“Today, we’re making it clear that no job should be a death sentence.” That should go without saying, but acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie Su spelled it out Tuesday as she announced new standards for exposure to silica dust. Silica dust may not sound dangerous, but for some industries it...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for April 17, 2024
High schools Baseball Wednesday’s results Class 6A Section 1 Pine-Richland 13, Allderdice 2 Class 4A Section 1 Ambridge 5, Blackhawk 0 Section 2 Albert Gallatin 5, Uniontown 3 Latrobe 16, Laurel Highlands 2 Section 3 Thomas Jefferson 12, McKeesport 2 Class 3A Section 1 Riverside 16, Beaver Falls 0 Section...
