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Westmoreland Reads presents discussion with bestselling author Clint Smith
New York Times bestselling author Clint Smith will discuss his award-winning book during a Westmoreland Reads live virtual event Wednesday at 7 p.m. “How the Word is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America” has been common reading material for Westmoreland Reads, a program that encourages community...
Jennifer Bertetto: Preserving access to public information from public bodies
When journalists emphasize the importance of the Sunshine Act, some people might think we’re seeking special favors or a particular privilege — that we’re looking for more ways to “get dirt.” Nothing could be further from the truth, and here’s why: The Sunshine Act is about preserving public access to...
Trib Lunch Box: Oscars, Russell Wilson, Norwin girls wrestling, solar eclipse
Here are some noon headlines from TribLive, Monday, March 11, 2024: • TV Talk: Energetic, joyful Oscars telecast crowns ‘Oppenheimer’ best picture The biggest surprise was the numerous awards (costumes, makeup, production design) for “Poor Things,” an arthouse movie that bested expected winners “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” in multiple categories. Those...
Westmoreland products Ashley Orischak, Olivia Kolowitz poised to help St. Francis (Pa.) softball get back to top of NEC
The St. Francis (Pa.) softball team has become accustomed to a fair amount of success in recent years. Since 2017, the Red Flash have won five Northeast Conference titles and made the same number of appearances in the NCAA Tournament. In 2017, with Plum’s Jordan Seneca and Yough’s Kelsie Marconi...
Westmoreland County Senior Spotlight: Norwin’s Ava Kobus
There are few better feelings in sports than winning a championship, but being able to win one as a senior is a pretty sweet send-off. That was the case for Norwin’s Ava Kobus, who, along with her teammates, captured the WPIAL Class 6A title March 1 at Petersen Events Center...
Penn State New Kensington softball team aims for return to conference championship
As members of the Penn State New Kensington softball team prepared for their season-opening spring trip to Florida, Molly Collins sent each player a list outlining exactly what she would need for the journey south. Sophomore pitcher Addy Gregg said Collins, a Riverview grad and PSNK’s only senior, is affectionately...
Michael Reagan: Steve Garvey and the miracle in California
A miracle occurred last week in California’s U.S. Senate primary race. In a deep blue state where Democratic voters outnumber Republicans 2-1, Steve Garvey, the former L.A. Dodger star, ran against three Democrats and came in a close second to Democratic Congressman Adam Schiff. Garvey, a conservative Republican, finished behind...
Letter to the editor: Why is Westmoreland a sanctuary county?
Did you know Westmoreland County is a sanctuary county included with another 19% of Pennsylvania counties? (See cis.org/Map-Sanctuary-Cities-Counties-and-States.) How and why did Westmoreland become a sanctuary county, subject to transportation of illegal immigrants into our area and provided support by the federal government through non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with our tax...
In brief: Hampton area events, week of March 11, 2024
Church hosts spaghetti dinner Hampton Presbyterian Church will host a spaghetti dinner from 4:30 to 7 p.m. March 17 to support youth group mission trips. The menu features spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread and desserts in the fellowship hall. Gluten-free options and takeout will be available. A freewill donation is accepted....
In brief: North Allegheny area happenings, week of March 11, 2024
Care for Family Caregivers Vincentian Learning and Engagement Institute will host Care for Family Caregivers from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 20, at 8150 McKnight Road, McCandless. Family caregivers are invited to join experts and fellow caregivers as Vincentian presents a full day of flexible programming. Speakers and workshops...
In brief: Soup luncheon, egg hunt and more in the Sewickley area
Soup’s on Leetsdale 4th of July Committee will host a Lent-friendly soup luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 22 at the borough building, 373 Beaver St. Menu items include broccoli cheese, vegetable soup, haluski, vegetable Filipino noodles and creamy vegetable soup with gnocchi. Crackers are included. Cost is...
In brief: Pine, Richland happenings, week of March 11, 2024
Egg hunt in Richland Richland’s annual Easter egg hunt is scheduled for March 23 at Richland Township Community Park, 1157 Van Velsor Drive. The free event is for township residents only and will be held rain or shine. Three sessions are featured: 10 to 10:30 a.m. at the upper soccer...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area events, week of March 11, 2024
Road name to honor former Plum manager A Plum road will take on a new name honoring former borough Manager Mike Thomas on April 1. Old Mine Road will officially become “Mike Thomas Way” on April 1, said David Soboslay, who succeeded Thomas as borough manager. Thomas, 57, was one...
Letter to the editor: ‘Do no harm’ for children’s sake
It’s not your fault if you are harmed because your school does the minimum to protect you by only doing the minimum screening of its employees and volunteers. It’s not your fault if your school district does little to help with outside professional investigations or contaminate any outside investigations or...
Editorial: Fraud can affect anyone
Fraud is one of those things that happens to other people. That’s what we want to believe. That’s true of plenty of bad stuff in life. Fires, crimes, cancer — all of that is easier to accept when we distance ourselves from it. But fraud carries a little something extra....
The Stroller, March 11, 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. Mothers of Preschoolers offers help for moms Sarver Mothers of Preschoolers...
Letter to the editor: Casey needs economics lesson
Regarding the article “Sen. Casey questions Wendy’s intent with dynamic pricing plans” (Feb. 29, TribLive): Evidently Sen. Bob Casey has never read or watched anything by some guy named Milton Friedman. Didn’t President Biden get mocked for this a couple of weeks ago? If it wasn’t for the inflation that...
Editorial cartoons for the week of March 11
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Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of March 11
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In brief: Herald area events for the week of March 11, 2024
Food pantry distribution rescheduled Blawnox’s food pantry has been rescheduled from Good Friday to 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 22 at the borough building, 376 Freeport Road. No residency or proof of income is required. People can drop off donations to the pantry from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m....
Boeing to face ‘enormous’ scrutiny after mishaps, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the Federal Aviation Administration will rigorously assess The Boeing Co. after the blowout of a fuselage section on an Alaska Airlines flight in January. To maintain airline safety, “that means an enormous amount of rigor in dealing with Boeing, in dealing with any regulatory...
Biden’s campaign raises $10 million after State of the Union
President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign raised $10 million after last week’s State of the Union address in what his campaign manager called the largest 24-hour haul yet. Biden has been stockpiling cash while Donald Trump, his presumptive opponent in the November election, spent millions in a contested primary. The former...
High school sports schedules for March 11, 2024
High schools Basketball Boys Class 6A Second round Wednesday’s schedule Lower Merion (26-1) vs. Archbishop Wood (17-8) at Bensalem, 7:30 p.m.; Springfield Delco (14-14) vs. Spring-Ford (21-6) at Norristown, 7:30 p.m.; Parkland (22-5) vs. Chambersburg (20-6) at Central Dauphin East, 7:30 p.m.; WC Henderson (25-5) vs. Roman Catholic (26-2) at...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Feb. 29-March 6, 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,...
Penn-Trafford notebook: Warriors hockey advances in Penguins Cup playoffs
Gavin Paterson scored the tie-breaking goal in the final minute of the second period and Tyler Funk made 31 saves as No. 8 Penn-Trafford knocked off defending champ South Fayette, the No. 1 seed, 4-3, in the PIHL Class 2A Penguins Cup quarterfinals March 4. Ben Zierski, Cam Kiste and...
