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Way of the Cross marks Good Friday in Greensburg
The annual Way of the Cross drama was performed Friday in downtown Greensburg. The reenactment portrays Jesus in the hours before his crucifixion — driven relentlessly through the streets of Jerusalem by Roman soldiers. The event started with Jesus’ trial before Pontius Pilate. Following sentencing, he was led by the...
Jerry Seinfeld made a movie about Pop-Tarts. Yes, the trailer is as goofy as you’d expectVideo
Jerry Seinfeld and his all-star cast are “drunk on sugar-power” in the new trailer for “Unfrosted,” a film that chronicles Pop-Tarts’ origin story. That’s how the comedian described the film in a 2018 tweet when it was just a nebulous concept. “Imagine the drunk on sugar-power Kellogg’s cereal culture of...
Letter to the editor: McDaniel and NBC’s agenda
Well, NBC news “journalists” have shown their true agenda in such a big way it can no longer be ignored. Ronna McDaniel was hired by NBC to hopefully balance their left-wing rhetoric. However, the talent on their shows threw a fit and demanded she be fired before she even started...
Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: March 29
Here’s a new feature from TribLive: A weekly news quiz: 1. Taking in the total solar eclipse at Pymatuning State Park is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and visitors are expected to flock to the Crawford County attraction for a chance to share in the excitement. When will the eclipse occur? A/...
$1B in tax refunds still unclaimed, IRS says. Is some of it yours?
The government could owe you money, but time is running out to collect it. About 940,000 people in the U.S. still haven’t filed their 2020 tax return, the IRS said in a recent press release, meaning that there’s more than $1 billion in refunds remain unclaimed. “There’s money remaining on...
Letter to the editor: Jill Cooper committed to service
I highly recommend Jill Cooper for Murrysville, Export, Salem Township and Delmont (District 55) Pennsylvania state representative. She is not only smart, but her experience serving these communities spans many years. Cooper knows the business community well, and, for many years, coordinated and aided their growth strategies when she was...
The Stroller, March 29, 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. Sponsors needed for community outreach meal program Knead Community Café in...
Laurels & lances: Recusal and responsibility
Laurel: To fair consideration. A Westmoreland County judge has agreed to consider removing himself from the case of a former police officer accused of lying. Ryan Matthew Clark, 33, of Buffalo Township is a former Arnold cop who was arrested in 2022 by county detectives and charged with filing a...
Letter to the editor: Should we secure our county’s borders?
Following their reelection, the Westmoreland County commissioners announced an unwelcome tax increase. They could have softened the blow by saying some tax receipts would be used to erect a razor-wire fence along our borders. Thus would end sanctuary county discussion. More importantly, we wouldn’t have to fear caravans of brown-skinned...
Elections 101: What to know about poll watchers, and what they can and can’t do in Pennsylvania
Elections 101 from Spotlight PA protects you against election misinformation and empowers you to make informed decisions. HARRISBURG — As the 2024 election heats up, voters in Pennsylvania may hear candidates talk about poll watchers. Appointed by candidates or political parties, poll watchers are permitted to observe polling place setup,...
Purdue ends Duquesne’s season in Women’s NIT round of 16
Abbey Ellis had 15 points, six rebounds and four assists to lead Purdue to a 71-50 victory over Duquesne on Thursday night, ending the Dukes’ season in the final 16 of the Women’s NIT. Sophomore Jerni Kiaku led Duquesne with 19 points. Chartiers Valley grad Megan McConnell recorded the 10th...
Penn State advances to semifinals of inaugural WBIT
Ashley Owusu scored 24 points and Peters Township grad Makenna Marisa added 22 as Penn State advanced to the semifinals of the inaugural Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament with a 92-87 win over Mississippi State on Thursday night. Penn State (22-12) will meet Villanova at 2:30 p.m. Monday at Hinkle Fieldhouse...
Monroeville area: Free hockey skate, used book sale, bingo luau, more
Email news briefs and event listings to pvarine@triblive.com or bpoole@triblive.com. Gateway Ice Hockey free skate The Gateway Ice Hockey Club will hold a free skate from 6:30-7:20 p.m. May 5 at Palmer Imaging Arena in Salem. Students in kindergarten through 12th grade who are interested in playing ice hockey and meeting...
Poll: Democracy the ‘best system,’ but fewer young people agree
The vast majority of Americans believe democracy, despite its problems, is the best system of government. But polling shows that far fewer younger voters agree. The nationwide poll conducted in mid-March by Florida Atlantic University found 73% of voters agree that “Democracy may have problems, but it is the best...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for March 28, 2024
High schools Baseball Thursday’s results Class 3A Section 1 Shenango 16, Beaver Falls 1 Riverside 12, Ellwood City 2 Mohawk 6, Quaker Valley 3 Section 3 Burrell 10, Valley 8 Shady Side Academy 4, Deer Lakes 3 Section 4 Yough 13, Brownsville 3 Class 2A Section 1 Washington 12, Bentworth...
High school roundup for March 28, 2024: Freshman homers in 1st at-bat to boost North Allegheny past Norwin
Freshman J.J. Mancuso homered in his first varsity at-bat, hitting a two-run shot to lead North Allegheny to a 5-4 victory over Norwin in nonsection baseball Thursday. August Maslo drove in two runs and J.D. Costanzo picked up the win for the Tigers (3-0). Keegan Carr knocked in two runs...
Letter to the editor: Don’t vote for more insanity
I was saddened to read the letter “Trump, ‘strong men’ and bloodbaths” (March 25, TribLive). Is the writer serious? I mean, is that his real opinion, or is it something being sold to us? Actually I would agree with the whole opinion if the names “Biden” and “Trump” were reversed....
New play by Stoney Richards opens Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks’ 20th season
Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks is kicking off its 20th season this April with a slate of events for fans of the legendary playwright. The “Week of Will,” an annual tradition for Shakespeare in the Parks, begins on April 23, William Shakespeare’s 460th birthday. The weeklong program will include the...
How to successfully negotiate real estate commissions
In a real estate transaction, there’s always some level of negotiation. If you’re the seller, you face haggling not only with prospective buyers, but also with the person you’re working with to seal the deal: your real estate agent. Thanks to a federal lawsuit that was recently settled, the way...
Cillian Murphy attached to ‘Blood Runs Coal’ film, based on true story of Yablonski murders
Recent Best Actor Academy Award winner Cillian Murphy is set to star in, and produce, a film that has local ties. The “Oppenheimer” actor is attached to a film adaptation of “Blood Runs Coal: the Yablonski Murders and the Battle for the United Mine Workers of America,” according to Variety....
Can you refuse to take a breathalyzer test? These are your rights under Pennsylvania law
If you’ve ever been pulled over by a law enforcement officer in Pennsylvania and needed to test your breath or your reflexes, you may be wondering if you’re within your rights to refuse those requests — whether you had been drinking or not. Pennsylvanians may sometimes choose not to comply...
Squirrel Hill vandalism illustrates spike in antisemitic acts in Pittsburgh, nation
Pittsburgh police increased patrols in Squirrel Hill this week after vandals defaced at least 10 “We Stand With Israel” yard signs with images of bloody handprints — the latest in a spike of antisemitic activity in both the Pittsburgh region and nationwide. The yard signs were vandalized Monday and Tuesday...
Letter to the editor: Who’s above the law?
When it comes to talk about Donald Trump and presidential immunity, the mantra is “nobody is above the law.” Nobody — except the millions of illegal immigrants invading our border. Nobody — except every foreign diplomat in our country. Nobody — except every U.S. senator and representative who has immunity...
Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall Holds 4th annual Earth Day Celebration
I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t interested in environmentalism. My childhood home sat just across the river from Three Mile Island, site of an infamous partial nuclear meltdown four years before I was born. My parents, a couple of idealistic young hippie types, routinely took our family off...
Letter to the editor: Commissioners hypocritical and deceitful
I believe all three Westmoreland County commissioners were well aware that they intended to slam property owners with a massive one-third tax hike before the November election, but they waited until two weeks after Election Day to announce it. Then to turn around and raise their own salaries to almost...
