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Bethel Park hosts April 27 job fair
In an effort to help its local business community obtain a robust workforce, the municipality of Bethel Park in cooperation with the Bethel Park Chamber of Commerce, will hold a free job fair. The event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon April 27 at the Bethel Park Community Center,...
Bethel Park teacher earns regional adviser of year
Bethel Park High School teacher Brad Kszastowski knew that annually, someone is recognized as the regional adviser of the year at the Pennsylvania Student Council Regional Meeting. As he sat at South Fayette High School listening to the presentation announcement, he arrived at a realization. “In the first few sentences,...
Philly DA announces unit targeting repeat gun possession offenders
PHILADELPHIA — Days after a shooting at an Eid al-fitr celebration near the Philadelphia Masjid, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced a new prosecution unit targeting people who repeatedly break gun possession laws in the city. The Prolific Gun Offenders unit, Krasner said at a news conference on Monday morning,...
Penn State WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith enters transfer portal
KeAndre Lambert-Smith, Penn State’s leading receiver last season, is moving on. Lambert-Smith has entered the transfer portal in search of a new home, according to multiple reports. The senior will have one year of eligibility at his next school. The news comes after Lambert-Smith was not seen at the media’s...
Sen. Bob Casey has big cash advantage over Dave McCormick, latest campaign finance filings show
Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Casey has nearly double the available cash of Republican challenger Dave McCormick, who has put nearly $2 million of his own money into this year’s campaign. Federal campaign finance reports for the first quarter of the year show that Casey raised $5.67 million, including $4.35 million...
In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week of April 15, 2024
Shade Tree Commission plans Arbor Day event The Penn Hills Shade Tree Commission invites the community to participate in a family-friendly Arbor Day Celebration from 2 to 4 p.m. May 4 in Universal Park. The rain date is May 5. The group is celebrating Penn Hills being recognized as a...
Aviva Lubowsky: A progressive Jew’s take on the PA-12 race
Back in the 1990s, I was in Poland visiting a concentration camp. As I exited the gas chamber, I looked across the camp to the barbed wire fence. Immediately beyond it were the backyards of the residents of the town in which the camp was situated. “Were those houses there...
After 2 TDs in spring game, Belle Vernon’s Quinton Martin makes quick impact for Penn State
A skill player emerged in Penn State’s Blue-White game on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. Maybe not the one you expected. It wasn’t a receiver. It was a freshman. The question is, what will running back Quinton Martin’s role be in the fall? The Nittany Lions’ top two backs, Kaytron Allen...
Free dogwood saplings available in Jeannette
Volunteer members of the West Penn Power Green Team will be handing out 300 free trees Friday in Jeannette. The white flowering dogwood saplings will be distributed starting at 9 a.m. at the community garden at Clay Avenue and South Seventh Street. Dogwoods are a low-growing species native to Pennsylvania...
Hempfield grad Liz Tapper showing early signs of stardom as thrower at Michigan
Liz Tapper isn’t exactly where she thought she would be. Competing as a Division I athlete? Probably. But that’s where her dreams and her reality diverge. An elite-level gymnast in her youth, the Hempfield grad figured she would carry that endeavor as far as she could. But by the time...
Westmoreland County Senior Spotlight: Franklin Regional’s Linzi Shaffer
At Franklin Regional, there’s a young gymnast who’s had a ton of success this year. Her name is Linzi Shaffer, and for a sport that often gets overlooked, gymnastics is anything but easy. She’s a member of the Elegant Elite Gymnastics team in Delmont, an organization she’s been with for...
Karli Thomas tasked with leading Waynesburg’s new women’s wrestling program
Karli Thomas has faced down opponents in MMA matches. She has worked her way up to being a purple belt (intermediate level) in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Those challenges, however, might pale compared to her latest venture. Thomas, a Plum resident, is tasked with building the Waynesburg University women’s wrestling team from...
Expiring tax refunds worth $43.4M could belong to Pa. taxpayers — see if you’re eligible
More than $1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds is set to expire in a few weeks, and a good chunk is up for grabs for Pennsylvanians. Roughly 940,000 people across the U.S. are eligible for unclaimed refunds for the 2020 tax year with a median return of $932, the Internal...
Trial begins for 2 men charged with killing Penn Hills teen in Wilkinsburg
Two days before he was gunned down on a Wilkinsburg street, 17-year-old Darin Hobdy discovered a burglary at his friend’s home in Plum. Deontae Nalls’ apartment had been broken into, police said, and $30,000 in cash, a pound of marijuana and an assault rifle were stolen. Investigators believe that burglary...
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces return of ‘Hamilton,’ other shows for 2024-25 season
Pittsburgh will get another shot to see smash-hit Broadway musical “Hamilton” this fall. On Monday, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announced their 2024-2025 PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh season, which will kick off with “Hamilton” from Sept. 11-29, 2024, at the Benedum Center in Downtown Pittsburgh. The season will also include shows...
Cindy Black: Remove foreign-influenced corporate money from our elections now
Federal law is clear: Foreign money is prohibited in U.S. elections. Unfortunately, the Supreme Court’s 2010 decision in Citizens United v. FEC created a loophole allowing corporations with significant foreign ownership to use their corporate coffers to spend unlimited amounts of money in U.S. elections. With the next presidential election...
Penguins face difficult path to playoffs with 2 games remaining
Four teams continue to battle for the final wild-card spot in the NHL’s Eastern Conference entering the final days of the regular season. While the New York Islanders have the inside track on the third-place position in the East with 90 points, Washington, Detroit, Philadelphia and the Pittsburgh Penguins remain...
Letter to the editor: Cooper advocates for veterans
As a proud veteran who has served our great nation, I am writing to express my great appreciation for the unwavering support and dedication shown by our state representative, Jill Cooper, in advocating for the well-being and rights of veterans. Her tireless efforts in ensuring that those who have served...
What does science say about the ingredients in functional beverages?
Functional beverages — or drinks promoted as offering mental or physical benefits beyond hydration — are growing in popularity around the world. Hundreds of companies have jumped into the market, hoping to get some buzz with trendy and sometimes unfamiliar ingredients. Here are some of the latest ones found in...
Letter to the editor: Lingg will work hard for we the people
Please support Jamie Lingg for state representative, District 55. Holding conservative values, she defends the Constitution and the Second Amendment, and is strongly pro-life. Mom of four children, Lingg is passionate about maintaining the character of our community for future generations. Earning a bachelor’s degree in engineering with a specialization...
Bill would give teachers Pa. tax credit for out-of-pocket classroom costs
Alexa Kutch, like many teachers, has made a habit of buying things for her classroom — from posters to decorate the walls to lamps for softer lighting and other items to spruce up her space. She said it helps create an environment conducive to learning, particularly since her classroom has...
In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of April 15, 2024
High school presents ‘Tuck Everlasting’ Following a comedic production last year, Hampton High School’s spring musical, “Tuck Everlasting,” takes a different direction with a timeless and emotional story showcasing the versatility of the performers. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. April 19 and 20 in the high school auditorium, 2929 McCully...
In brief: North Allegheny area events, week of April 15, 2024
‘Songs Through the Decades’ The North Hills Chorale’s Spring Concert “Songs Through the Decades” is a walk through the last 100 years of popular American songs, including such titles as “It Had to Be You,” “That’s Amore,” “Yesterday” and “I Just Called to Say I Love You.” The concert will...
In brief: Pine-Richland area happenings, week of April 15, 2024
‘Songs Through the Decades’ The North Hills Chorale’s Spring Concert “Songs Through the Decades” is a walk through the last 100 years of popular American songs, including such titles as “It Had to Be You,” “That’s Amore,” “Yesterday” and “I Just Called to Say I Love You.” The concert will...
In brief: antique appraisal, spring cleanups and more in Quaker Valley area
Antique appraisal From 9-1 p.m. April 20, Sewickley Valley Historical Society welcomes visitors to join them at the Old Sewickley Post Office Building, 200 Broad St. for an antique appraisal and donation day. SVHS will welcome professional antique appraisers — including Sewickley Valley’s own John Kroeck — and invites guests...
