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High school scores, summaries and schedules for Oct. 16, 2023
High schools Field hockey Monday’s results Section 3A Allderdice 3, Hempfield 2 North Allegheny 3, Norwin 0 Pine-Richland 1, Peters Township 0 Tuesday’s schedule Section 2A Fox Chapel at Latrobe, 7 p.m. Upper St. Clair at Penn-Trafford, 7 p.m. Section 1A Winchester Thurston at Aquinas Academy, 3:45 p.m. Aquinas Academy...
Long covid study links lingering virus with bowel-to-brain havoc
Covid may trigger complex biological reactions from the bowel to the brain, leading to persistent neurological symptoms in some people, according to a study that points the way toward a treatment. Viral vestiges in the gastrointestinal tracts of a subset of long-covidpatients may drive chronic inflammation that interferes with a...
High school roundup for Oct. 16, 2023: Mt. Lebanon claims final girls soccer playoff spot in 4A
Lucy Pryor scored the winning goal as Mt. Lebanon claimed the final playoff spot in the WPIAL Class 4A girls soccer field with a 1-0 victory over Bethel Park on Monday. The Blue Devils (10-5-2, 8-4-2) finished tied with Canon-McMillan for third place in Section 2. The Black Hawks (9-7-1,...
Pennsylvania House tackles ‘bot’ problem that left Swifties ticketless for Eras Tour
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Monday passed legislation that seeks to avoid the difficulty Taylor Swift fans encountered this year when they tried to buy tickets to her Eras Tour. By a vote of 193-10, the chamber sent to the Senate a bill that would make it illegal to...
Former Steelers WR Antonio Brown arrested in Florida
Former Pittsburgh Steelers star wide receiver Antonio Brown was arrested Sunday night in Florida, according to local reports. Brown, 35, reportedly neglected to pay child support to the mother of one of his children. He was arrested around midnight Sunday outside his home after he entered a taxi, Local 10...
Michael A. Hellman: Equality delayed is equality denied
In a proud moment on May 2, Pennsylvania House legislators passed House Bill 300, The Fairness Act, to extend protections for all Pennsylvanians against discrimination because of “race, color, religious creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age or national origin by employers, employment agencies, labor organizations and...
Lower Burrell supermarket sells jackpot-winning Cash 5 lottery ticket
Friday the 13th was a lucky day for a lottery player at Lower Burrell’s Community Supermarket. A jackpot-winning Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold there for Friday’s drawing matched all five balls drawn — 19, 23, 30, 31, 41 — to win about $404,000, less withholding, the Pennsylvania Lottery...
Greensburg Central Catholic grad Max Pisula a 2-way terror for Saint Vincent opponentsVideo
Max Pisula remembers a particularly rainy football practice during his days at Greensburg Central Catholic. Then-coach Aaron Smetanka, as often was the ex-quarterback’s custom, was running the scout team offense. On one play, Smetanka rolled out and, as he did so, slipped on the wet sod and took a tumble....
Westmoreland County Senior Spotlight: Franklin Regional’s Dom Kaforey
Franklin Regional’s boys soccer team ended last season with a 2-1 loss to Montour in the first round of the WPIAL Class 3A playoffs. This year, the team that has been consistently good year after year knows it can make it further in the postseason. Center back Dom Kaforey wants...
Kiski Area grad Jack Colecchi earns national recognition for academics while playing new position again for Cal (Pa.) football
Cal (Pa.) football coach Gary Dunn rattles off a long list of compliments when talking about junior tight end Jack Colecchi. Leader. Great teammate. An example. First one to sign up for a community service project. In short, the Kiski Area graduate is a well-rounded guy. That perhaps is best...
Bobby Ghosh: No, Palestinians can’t just leave Gaza
Why don’t they just leave? As Israel’s furious retaliation for last weekend’s Hamas attack devastates large swaths of the Gaza strip, killing hundreds and maiming thousands of Palestinians, it is not unreasonable to wonder why the 2.3 million civilians living in the tiny enclave don’t flee to safer ground. The...
Grease fire extinguished at North Huntingdon McDonald’s
A grease fire at the McDonald’s restaurant containing the Big Mac Museum along Route 30 in North Huntingdon forced the evacuation of the building early Monday, a Westmoreland County Public Safety supervisor said. The fire, which was reported at 5:20 a.m., was extinguished by the fire suppressant system. No injuries...
Penn State’s defense to face stiffer test against Ohio State
STATE COLLEGE — Enough with the dress rehearsals, Penn State’s season is about to get serious. As expected, coach James Franklin’s Nittany Lions ran over one-win UMass, 63-0, on Saturday at Beaver Stadium in the rain. Penn State’s defense recorded its second shutout, allowing 109 total yards on 62 UMass...
Letter to the editor: Orenstein’s knowledge
Regarding the letter “Orenstein’s priorities” (Oct. 1, TribLIVE) about District Judge Xander Orenstein’s handling of Yan Carlos Pichardo Cepeda, an accused fentanyl dealer: On the contrary, clearly Orenstein does not know what they are doing. Based upon reporting, Pichardo Cepeda was to be released with an electronic monitor. Again, based...
In brief: Concerts, Halloween events and more in Monroeville, week of Oct. 16, 2023
Monroeville Arts concerts scheduled The Monroeville Arts Council Concert Series continues with a performance by the Pittsburgh Belairs on Oct. 22. Larry Cervi’s East End Kids will perform Dec. 3. Concerts are from 4 to 6 p.m. in the CCAC Boyce Campus auditorium, 595 Beatty Road, and are presented by...
In brief: Halloween bingo, upcoming meetings and more in Penn Hills, Verona
Rotary Club of Penn Hills Halloween bingo starts at 7 p.m. Oct. 21 (doors open at 5:45) at Universal Banquet Hall, 2240 Main St. Proceeds benefit the Penn Hills High School varsity cheerleaders. A spaghetti dinner featuring homemade meatballs and sauce by Grazia Tomasino is set for Nov. 9 at...
In brief: Author talk at Penguin Bookshop, fall play and more in the Sewickley area
Penguin Bookshop Writers Series Columbus, Ohio, bookstore owner and novelist Linda Kass will be at Penguin Bookshop 7 p.m. Nov. 9 to talk about her new novel, “Bessie,” about the early life of Bess Myerson. She will be joined by author Sherrie Flick to engage in a discussion about Kass’s...
In brief: Trunk and treat, Longvue Acres Garden Club program and more in Pine, Richland
Trunk and Treat Hampton Presbyterian Church will hold a Trunk and Treat from 2-4 p.m. Oct. 28 in the lower parking lot and adjoining field. This event is open to the community. Trunk participants: Decorate the backs of your cars for Halloween, dress up in fun costume if you wish,...
In brief: Oakmont, Plum area events, week of Oct. 16, 2023
Halloween tours at museum Halloween tours are scheduled for Oct. 20, 21 and 27 at the Kerr Memorial Museum, 402 Delaware Ave., Oakmont. Tour the museum and learn how Halloween was celebrated in the Victorian Era. Reservations are required. Cost is $35. Call 412-826-9295, and leave your name and telephone...
In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of Oct. 16, 2023
Halloween at Hartwood Acres The Allegheny County Department of Parks will sponsor Punkin’ Chunkin’ from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 21 at the Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater. A free trunk-or-treat car cruise is scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 22 in the parking lot of the amphitheater. Cruisers...
Letter to the editor: Karaica excellent choice for district judge
In a few short weeks, you will get to choose the next district judge for Magisterial District 05-3-03, which includes Cheswick Borough, Frazer Township, Harmar Township, Springdale Borough and Springdale Township. I believe your best choice for District Judge is Mitchell Karaica. Since the primary, Karaica has completed the certifying...
Editorial: Is there a bad guy in PNC Bank layoffs?
Layoffs are an unfortunate reality of doing business. They happen for lots of reasons. They may be due to cash flow problems. They might stem from the seasonal nature of an industry. Sometimes they are just about trying to trim the fat as close to the bone as possible to...
The Stroller, Oct. 16, 2023: 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. Craft sale to benefit hospital projects Allegheny Valley Hospital Auxiliary will...
Letter to the editor: A look at views, stances of Hamas
They believe God gave them the right to own and bear weapons like assault rifles. They don’t recognize any rights for the LGBTQ community. They banned drag queen shows and believe transgenderism is a mental disease that needs to be eradicated. They believe the government should be built on a...
Editorial cartoons for the week of Oct. 16
Editorial cartoons for the week of Oct. 16....
