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Trump isn’t calling shots on GOP border stance, Speaker Mike Johnson saysVideo
Speaker Mike Johnson vehemently denied that former President Donald Trump is setting the Republican congressional agenda on immigration and U.S. border security. Johnson was asked on NBC’s “Meet the Press” whether Trump — who has said Republicans would be making a mistake if they support an emerging bipartisan Senate deal...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Jan. 25-31, 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,...
Letter to the editor: Supporting Ukraine is the right move
Supporting Ukrainian victory against Russia is one of the best returns on military spending this country has ever seen. Stopping now because the issue has somehow become partisan is a short-sighted move from every senator and representative currently holding office, especially considering most of the money spent stays here at...
Letter to the editor: Westmoreland should go to 1 county school district
It is evident that several area school districts are deeply engaged in addressing facility challenges — maintenance, renovations, construction, security. Having been responsible for a variety of facility assets, I am empathetic to all those involved. The question looming over all decisions, how to pay for these issues? Perhaps it...
Sewickley area real estate transactions, week of Feb. 8, 2024
Edgeworth Paul Porter sold property at 315 Church Ln to Joseph and Laura Hagan for $825,000. Franklin Park Maronda Homes LLC sold property at 1325 Adrian Drive to Kevin Lohar and Anuj Porwal for $712,935. Bernard Mrozek sold property at 1514 Prince Andrew Ct to Stephen Bowen and Maria Chavara...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of Feb. 4, 2024
Blawnox Rose Carla Ferreira sold property at 423 Walnut St. to Chan Dam and Cung Hlei Dim for $340,000. Etna Zachary Leya sold property at 52 Greeley Ave. to Edward Collins for $124,000. Fox Chapel Vernon Thomas Worrall IV sold property at 10 Edgewood Road to Perry Longacre and Lindsey...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of Feb. 4, 2024
Etna Zachary Leya sold property at 52 Greeley Ave. to Edward Collins for $124,000. Franklin Park Timothy Burns sold property at 2614 Briar Ct to Fernando Contreras Bustos for $365,000. Gary Day sold property at 1621 Twin Oaks Drive to Tyler and Taylor Cummings for $735,000. David Rosenberg sold property...
East suburban real estate transactions, week of Feb. 4, 2024
ALLEGHENY COUNTY Chalfant Lucas Spieler sold property at 230 Fairview Ave. to Starry Night 88 LLC for $72,500. Churchill Jeanette Blackston sold property at 2525 Greensburg Pike Unit 401 to Sanatkumar Kutumbaka for $200,000. Edgewood Western PA School For The Deaf sold property at Unknown Address to Lucas Rious Maldague...
Letter to the editor: Ending single-use plastics key to stopping pollution
The letter “Plastic bag bans only serve to make people feel better” (Jan. 29, TribLive) questioned the effectiveness of plastic bag bans. Fortunately, a new report found well-crafted bans, including the one in effect in Pittsburgh, have helped eliminate billions of plastic bags across the country. Pennsylvania is overflowing with...
Editorial: Should U.S. Steel deal be open to political threats?
Some things are too complicated for a campaign promise. That never stops anyone from making them, though. On Wednesday, former president and Republican front-runner Donald Trump said that, if elected, he would block the sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel Corp., a leading steel producer based in Japan. The...
Letter to the editor: Water concerns in Brackenridge
The Pennsylvania Coalition for Oral Health, a nonprofit working to improve oral health for all Pennsylvanians, has concerns regarding recent developments in Brackenridge. For nearly 75 years, water fluoridation has been recognized as a health measure to safely prevent tooth decay that reaches everyone. Benefits of water fluoridation are particularly...
The Stroller, Feb. 4, 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. Free advice available for those with financial troubles Allegheny Valley Association...
Letter to the editor: Nikki Haley is the only answer
The 2024 election may be the most important election in American history. Our enemies (Russia, China, Iran, etc.) are laughing at the disarray in this country, and the unbelievable election comedy brewing between a chaotic, uncontrollable, baggage-laden Donald Trump, and a feeble, party-hack, questionably sentient Joe Biden. A vote for...
High school sports schedules for Feb. 5, 2024
High schools Basketball Boys Monday’s schedule Class 2A Section 3 Greensburg Central Catholic at Clairton, 7:30 p.m. Nonsection Perry Traditional Academy at Riverview, 6 p.m. Propel Andrew Street at Propel Montour, 7 p.m. Girls Class 6A Section 1 Butler at Hempfield, 7:30 p.m. North Allegheny at Seneca Valley, 7:30 p.m....
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Feb. 3, 2024
High schools Basketball Boys Saturday’s results Class 3A Section 4 Washington 37, Mt. Pleasant 36 (OT) Class 2A Section 3 Serra Catholic 71, Jeannette 65 Class A Section 3 Imani Christian 72, Neighborhood Academy 56 Win Palmer Memorial Classic At Sewickley Academy Eden Christian 67, Quaker Valley 55 Avonworth 52,...
High school roundup for Feb. 3, 2023: Imani Christian tops Neighborhood Academy in battle of 1 vs. 2
Nate Brazil scored 18 points to lead No. 1 Imani Christian to a 72-56 victory over No. 2 Neighborhood Academy in a Section 3-A clash Saturday between the top two teams in the Trib HSSN Class A boys basketball rankings. RJ Sledge added 17 points for the Saints (8-9, 7-0)....
1 killed, 2 hurt during gunfire at baby shower in Pittsburgh
A 19-year-old man was killed Saturday evening and two others were hurt when gunfire broke out during a baby shower in Pittsburgh, according to police and the Allegheny County Medical Examiner. City police said they were called to a location on Broadhead Fording Road in the Fairywood neighborhood at 6:15...
North Allegheny notebook: Joey Dopirak surpasses 1,000-point milestone
North Allegheny senior Joey Dopirak poured in 25 points in a 72-53 victory over Pine-Richland on Jan. 30, surpassing 1,000 career points in the process. He became the ninth player in program history to reach the milestone. The senior guard averages 21.3 points for the Tigers, who improved to 8-11...
Letter to the editor: Looking at Trump’s ‘foibles’
I didn’t see hate in the letter “Trump’s your guy” (Jan. 15, TribLive). I saw a letter listing very succinctly all the many reasons why President Trump should not be our guy. The letter “Trump’s my guy” (Jan. 25, TribLive) says we should look past the “foibles” of Trump. I...
Sounding off: Tomlin, Civil War, Casey among week’s topics
Keeping Tomlin shows disregard for players, fans I have been a Steelers fan for well over half a century and remember the days when Buddy Parker was allowed to walk away, Mike Nixon was terminated after only one season and Bill Austin was let go after three. What has followed...
Letter to the editor: Steelers’ version of Groundhog Day
Every year, it’s “rinse and repeat.” I’m talking about Steelers owner Art “The Enabler” Rooney who, like Punxsutawney Phil, comes out of office, sees his shadow and declares at his annual postseason season press conference that his team is improving. He clearly thinks Steelers Nation are a bunch of morons...
The Stroller, Feb. 3, 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. Annual Shamrock Shuffle event planned in West Leechburg The St. Patrick’s...
Editorial: What is going on in the Westmoreland County Register of Wills office?
It is a little embarrassing to be called on the carpet at work. It’s a lot worse when the person doing the scolding is a judge — or two. In a hearing Wednesday, Westmoreland County Common Pleas judges admonished Register of Wills Sherry Magretti Hamilton. The language was longer and...
Letter to the editor: Biden has not been a unifier
After reading the letter “Trump’s call for unity rings hollow” (Jan. 22, TribLive), I again felt compelled to respond. As usual, the letter-writer either fails to, or refuses to, look at both sides. I agree that President Trump can be less than ideal when addressing his political opponents. And there...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Feb. 2, 2024
High schools Basketball Boys Friday’s results Class 6A Section 1 North Allegheny 70, Butler 63 New Castle 54, Central Catholic 48 Pine-Richland 54, Seneca Valley 44 Section 2 Baldwin 58, Norwin 32 Canon-McMillan 45, Hempfield 44 Mt. Lebanon 60, Upper St. Clair 43 Class 5A Section 1 Bethel Park 74,...
