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Westmoreland County Senior Spotlight: Southmoreland’s Gwen Basinger
Southmoreland’s softball team was one of the WPIAL’s best during the regular season, going 14-2, finishing behind only Ligonier Valley in Section 3-3A. “Eventually, we just focused on having fun, having a good time, laying it all out on the field,” senior designated hitter Gwen Basinger said. “I think that...
At least 2,000 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide. These are some challenges rescuers face
BANGKOK — The Papua New Guinea government said more than 2,000 people are believed to have been buried alive in a landslide in the South Pacific island nation, after the side of a mountain came down in the early hours of Friday morning when the village of Yambali was asleep....
In brief: North Allegheny area happenings, week of May 27, 2024
Hosta show in Franklin Park The Daffodil and Hosta Society of Western Pennsylvania will hold its 30th annual Hosta Show on June 1 at Soergel Orchards Farm Market, 2573 Brandt School Road, Franklin Park. Entries for the juried show of cut leaf and potted hostas/arrangements will be accepted from 8...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area events, week of May 27, 2024
Plum’s ‘Monday Market’ begins June 3 This year’s “Monday Market” in Plum will begin June 3. Markets will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Monday until Aug. 26. They will be held at Plum Creek Park, near the ballfields on New Texas Road. Plum summer movie night “PAW...
In brief: Hampton happenings, week of May 27, 2024
Tennis court resurfacing The resurfacing of the Hampton Community Park tennis courts is anticipated to begin on June 3, according to the township. The project is expected to last until mid-August. Township officials ask that everyone refrains from using the courts during that time. Sample Road repairs PennDOT has notified...
In brief: Pedestrian safety on Beaver Street, summer reading and more in Sewickley area
Pedestrian safety Sewickley officials are working with Gateway Engineers to address pedestrian safety issues along Beaver Street. Council received reports of people being stuck by vehicles while in crosswalks at various intersections, including one of a woman who was struck in September and is still recovering. Council president Cynthia Mullins...
In brief: Pine-Richland area happenings, week of May 27, 2024
Sign up for splash pad The splash pad in Pine Community Park is open for the season. Reservations are available in two-hour blocks. Hours from May 28 through June 9 are 4 to 6 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday. Weekend slots are 10 a.m. to noon,...
The Stroller, May 27, 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. Memorial Day. A time of remembrance. A time of prayer. Take...
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of May 27
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of May 27....
Pennsylvania beats Maryland in 2024 Big 33 Football Classic
Imhotep Charter’s Tyseer Denmark caught three touchdown passes, helping Pennsylvania defeat Maryland, 31-7, in the Big 33 Football Classic on Sunday night at Cumberland Valley’s Chapman Field. It was Pennsylvania’s fifth straight win over Maryland in a game filled with graduating senior all-star football players. Manheim Township quarterback Hayden Johnson...
Pirates farm report for May 26, 2024: Quinn Priester allows 1 hit in 7 innings, leads Indianapolis to victory
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 23-25) beat Toledo (Tigers), 6-1. 2B Andres Alvarez (.254) hit a leadoff homer and 3B Mike Jarvis (.111) smacked a grand slam in the first inning. Alvarez was 2 for 5. 1B Malcolm Nunez (.269) was 2 for 5. RHP Quinn Priester (2-1, 3.28) allowed one hit and...
High school sports scores, schedules for May 26, 2024
High schools Baseball WPIAL playoffs Class 6A Championship Wednesday’s schedule Mt. Lebanon (18-4) vs. North Allegheny (16-5) at Wild Things Park, 7 p.m. Class 5A Championship Tuesday’s schedule Penn-Trafford (18-3) vs. Bethel Park (15-6-1) at Wild Things Park, 7 p.m. Third place Wednesday’s schedule Franklin Regional (14-8) vs. West Allegheny...
Peter Jensen: Why the Alito flag flap matters — even if he blames his wife
When I entered the world of professional journalism more than four decades ago, I quickly discovered that certain colleagues felt so strongly about the mere appearance of political bias that they abstained from voting. This is not true of most reporters, but you can still find some who choose not...
Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers rock the house at Bottlerocket Social Hall anthology release show
Looking back at a lengthy and celebrated career, Pittsburgh icons Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers took the stage Saturday night at Bottlerocket Social Hall to celebrate the release of new double-disc “Houserocker: A Joe Grushecky Anthology.” And the show certainly sold the anthology to the assembled crowd of fans, who...
Letter to the editor: Remember the real reason for Memorial Day
When will people and businesses stop saying “Happy Memorial Day”? Memorial Day is a day of remembrance. A day to remember and honor those who never made it back home from World War II, Korea, Vietnam and the many other wars and conflicts over the years. Before you crack open...
Sewickley area real estate transactions, week of May 26, 2024
Franklin Park Sara Oczypol sold property at 2633 Hunters Point Drive to Shivam Mathur and Ani Singh for $283,001. Santo Federico sold property at 1651 Oakleaf Ln to Nathan and Katherine Earl for $534,900. Ryan Matteo sold property at 2203 Rochester Road to Mark Kenneth Borrasso for $348,000. Marlene King...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of May 26, 2024
Etna Nancy Jean Braun trustee sold property at 4 Gardner St. to Yohai Mordechai Einav for $80,500. Fox Chapel Lawrence Rich sold property at 3 Westmoreland Farm Lane to Brian and Shannon Zuckerbraun for $2,639,736. Indiana Courtyards At Hidden Falls L.P. sold property at 229 Rock Creek Road to Paul...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of May 26, 2024
Bellevue Collin Lindberg sold property at 425 Orchard Ave. to Heather and Pete Walker for $330,000. Thomas Quinn sold property at 190 Summit Ave. to Stephen Witmer for $196,000. Bradford Woods Patrick Cody sold property at 64 Marblehead Hbr to Ann Beyer for $320,000. Etna Nancy Jean Braun trustee sold...
East suburban real estate transactions, week of May 26, 2024
ALLEGHENY COUNTY Churchill Rybee 2 LLC sold property at 2302 Marbury Road to Djarrard Dutrieuille for $410,000. Edgewood Jessica Nevins sold property at 440 Greendale Ave. to Christopher Carosi and Rebecca Wetherbee for $292,500. Forest Hills Concetta Leary sold property at 336 Sharon Drive to William Henry and Courtney Strouse...
Letter to the editor: Protecting access to Alzheimer’s treatments
As the saying goes, “You can’t choose your family.” The same can be said for not being able to choose which chronic disease will impact you and your loved ones. Millions of families across the United States have loved ones who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and have quickly seen the...
Editorial: Remembering sacrifice on Memorial Day
For Memorial Day, a classic Trib editorial: On this Memorial Day, be grateful that Americans’ willingness to sacrifice for freedom’s sake, instilled by each generation in the next, remains as strong as ever. Today, Americans honor those most worthy of such gratitude — those who gave their lives in our...
Westmoreland happenings: Pet blessing, bus trip, senior citizen activities, more
Bus Trip • Greensburg Garden Center will sponsor a bus trip June 20 to the Penn State Arboretum. There will be a lunch stop at Cracker Barrel and a nursery on the way home. Cost: $90; center members, $85. Tickets: 724-837-0245. Fundraisers • First Presbyterian Church of Avonmore, 518 Indiana...
The Stroller, May 26, 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. Touch-a-truck planned Saturday in Fawn Autism support group Powered By Love...
Letter to the editor: Take care of the bees
With spring in full bloom, it’s time for a reminder about the importance of bees to both humans and nature. Bees don’t just pollinate the flowers in your garden; they pollinate the myriad crops we eat and protect the environment by promoting biodiversity. This has a number of effects, such...
Former host cities gush about NFL Draft as Pittsburgh gears up
The NFL Draft attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors, generates millions of dollars for local businesses and thrusts its host cities into a national spotlight. It takes years of meticulous preparation, clear communication and strong partnerships to put on an event of that magnitude — but local leaders in recent...
