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Madelyn Sanfilippo: Dealing with false facts — how to correct online misinformation
Deepfakes of celebrities and misinformation about public figures might not be new in 2024, but they are more common and many people seem to grow ever more resigned that they are inevitable. The problems posed by false online content extend far beyond public figures, impacting everyone, including youth. New York...
Pittsburgh Japanese Film Festival returns to Row House Cinema in Lawrenceville
For the next two weeks, Japanese cinema will take over at Row House Cinema in Lawrenceville. The Pittsburgh Japanese Film Festival, some of the theater’s most popular annual programming, returns March 15 through March 28, with 19 films and several special events. Kelsey Zehmisch, marketing director for Row House Cinema,...
Lunch Box: Ballot dropbox lawsuit, Jagr bobblehead heist, Wordle milestone, weekend fun
Here are some noon headlines from TribLive on Friday, March 15: DeMarco sues Innamorato over ballot drop-off locations Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato’s plan to add five locations to drop off mail-in ballots throughout the county is facing a legal challenge — but one that might be short-lived. County Councilman...
A new $16,000 postpartum depression drug is here. How will insurers handle it?
A much-awaited treatment for postpartum depression, zuranolone, hit the market in December, promising an accessible and fast-acting medication for a debilitating illness. But most private health insurers have yet to publish criteria for when they will cover it, according to a new analysis of insurance policies. The lack of guidance...
Curt Schroder: Caps on damages are necessary, not shameful
A recent editorial and article about the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse overlook some key aspects of sovereign immunity and why damages caps are a necessary taxpayer protection. The bridge collapse was indeed a tragedy, but to suggest that the city would have repaired the bridge if caps on lawsuits against...
Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: March 15, 2024
Here’s a new feature from TribLive: A weekly news quiz: 1. Russell Wilson and the Steelers broke huge news at the beginning of the week. The nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback has agreed to sign a one-year deal with the Steelers worth $1.21 million while his old team, the Denver Broncos...
Open house set at Westmoreland game commission office
An open house at the Westmoreland County office of the Pennsylvania Game Commission is set for April 30. The public will be able to interact with staff members and ask questions at the Fairfield office at 4820 Route 711, north of Ligonier, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. There are no formal presentations...
Lent soup dinners, worship services and more at Sewickley area houses of worship
Antioch Baptist Church 332 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfwbaptistsewickley.org. On March 17, the church invites you to its Family and Friends Day, where ushers and missionaries will be celebrated. The service begins at 10:45 a.m. Pastor Verton L. Dean Sr., will bring forth the message. This year’s theme is “Everyone is...
Letter to the editor: Jill Cooper deserves reelection
Few representatives have gone to Harrisburg as well prepared to perform effectively as Jill Cooper. She is well known in the Murrysville community as a hard-working and enthusiastic individual who was willing to work as needed to successfully improve our schools, business community and her chosen political party. Since beginning...
Pittsburgh’s Low Kings bring Celtic rock to town — and not just on St. Patrick’s Day
March is the busiest time of year for Pittsburgh-based Celtic rock band The Low Kings — St. Patrick’s Day is prime time for their style of music. “We get to feel like the special person at the prom, which is awesome,” said Shawn Melvin, lead singer, guitarist and founding member...
The Stroller, March 15, 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. Apollo Meals on Wheels seeking volunteers Apollo Area Meals on Wheels...
Laurels & lances: Water and bugs
Laurel: To getting back to normal. In November, Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County notified some customers about water restrictions. The move came because of low levels at Beaver Run Reservoir. Drought conditions across the region meant the reservoir was not being replenished by rain, and the amount of water to...
Letter to the editor: What is Trump’s appeal?
Regarding the letter “Trump’s appeal continues to grow” (March 6, TribLive): I am curious what President Trump could have said on Newsmax (!) that would appeal to voters. In my opinion, Donald Trump hates the military (he reportedly called those killed in war “suckers” and “losers”; he asked the father...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for March 15, 2024
High schools Baseball Friday’s schedule Nonsection Allderdice at West Mifflin, 4 p.m. Avella at Washington, 4 p.m. Canon-McMillan at Central Valley, 4 p.m. Charleroi at California, 4:15 p.m. Deer Lakes at Steel Valley, 3:30 p.m. Fox Chapel at Shaler, 4 p.m. Highlands at Valley, 4 p.m. Laurel at Riverside, 4...
Hampton’s Talbot Thon benefits pediatric cancer research
For every $100 the U.S. government spends on cancer research, just $4 goes specifically toward treatment for children. The disparity, as reported by the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, is of particular relevance to Hampton High School senior Halee Pilarski. She lost her younger brother, Will, to brain cancer in 2017....
Watch: Pirates vs. Orioles prospects in Spring Breakout gameVideo
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates prospects take on the Baltimore Orioles prospects on Thursday night. The Spring Breakout, the marquee event in the series of MLB-sponsored games featuring top prospects, will feature the Orioles visiting the Pirates at 7:05 p.m. Thursday at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Fla. The Pirates’ roster features...
Trib Lunch Box: Jagr bobbleheads, Pi Day, Bethel Park cop, Robert Morris Prom
Here are some noon headlines from TribLive, Thursday, March 14, 2024: • Friends, neighbors remember victims of Crescent Township house explosion Neighbors on the couple’s cul-de-sac on Riverview Road and friends throughout the area remained in shock at the sudden deaths of the Mitchells, who were killed Tuesday when their...
Next on the Tee: Former Players champion John Mahaffey shares memories of past glory
On this episode of Next on the Tee, host Chris Mascaro is joined by 1986 Players champion John Mahaffey, Titleist manager of preferred player promotions Michael Gibson, Soleta Golf Club developer David Turner and Popticals CEO Gary DiSalvo. Mahaffey shares his memories of Arnold Palmer and how the King helped...
Rep. Chris Deluzio: A tough and fair border deal killed by Republicans
We need to fix our broken border and immigration system. Period. Like so many of my Democratic colleagues, I have been ready to work with our Republican counterparts to restore order, help local communities and bring some sanity to our immigration system. But guess what? Do-nothing Washington Republicans have killed...
Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads stolen, forcing Penguins to change giveaway plansVideo
The Pittsburgh Penguins planned to hand out thousands of Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads to fans at Thursday night’s game against the San Jose Sharks at PPG Paints Arena. But those plans were altered suddenly when the Penguins were informed the shipment carrying the bobbleheads was stolen when it arrived in California....
Letter to the editor: Border problem shows our government is not working
Someone please tell me why the border problem has not been solved. Please tell me why! We have people from all over the world streaming across our southern border, and it seems like no one cares. This side says it’s the other side’s fault and vice versa, and as usual,...
Letter to the editor: Vote for Kennedy
Normally I don’t talk politics, but in this case, I am. I am a loyal Democrat and have been for many years. And I will vote for the best possible candidate who I feel will do the job — regardless of what party. Joe Biden is too old and looks...
Former Greensburg police chief, veteran cop expected to plead guilty to federal drug charges
Shawn Denning, the former police chief in Greensburg, and retired patrol Officer Regina McAtee are expected to plead guilty to federal charges in connection with drug investigations, court paperwork shows. Denning, 42, of Delmont was arrested by federal investigators in January 2023. Charges filed against him Wednesday included conspiracy to...
Letter to the editor: Problems with electric everything
So in President Biden’s perfect world, everything will run off electricity — cars, ovens, home heating, just to name a few. I have some problems with this. Can someone please tell me where all this scrap from appliances, cars, etc. is going to end up once the scrap yards are...
Review: ‘Rent’ rocks at Pittsburgh Playhouse
“Rent” exploded onto Broadway in 1996 and became the musical of a generation. The rock opera, based on Giacomo Puccini’s iconic opera “La Boheme,” was a blockbuster hit that won the Tony Award for best musical and ran for more than 12 years. On Wednesday night, Point Park University’s Conservatory...
