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Editorial: Arnold vote on manager skirts law
The people get to be a part of the process. That is why we have elections. It is why we have school boards made up of the people who live in the geographical area of the district. It is why we have local government instead of just ceding all responsibility...
The Stroller, Sept. 28, 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. Peoples Library mural to be dedicated to the late Jane Glenn...
Letter to the editor: Pa. should back innovative approach to blight
The article “West- moreland home repair program filled before program launch” (Sept. 9, TribLIVE) underscores the need and enthusiasm for this program. It’s the sort of innovative approach our Pennsylvania Legislature should continue to support — and to grow. As in Westmoreland County, the program is experiencing overwhelming demand statewide. The...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 27, 2023
High schools Field hockey Wednesday’s results Section 3A Allderdice at Norwin, (n) North Allegheny 0, Mt. Lebanon 0 Hempfield at Pine-Richland, (n) Section 2A Upper St. Clair at Latrobe, (n) Thursday’s schedule Nonsection Aquinas Academy at Upper St. Clair, 7 p.m. Latrobe at Winchester Thurston, 4 p.m. Norwin at Oakland...
Report: Elon Musk to cut X election integrity team by half
Elon Musk’s social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, reportedly plans to gut its election integrity team and dump the group’s boss — a decision that has caused concern as the United States and countries around the world prepare for major elections. X’s worldwide cuts will reduce the team’s...
Colin Kaepernick wrote letter to Jets for practice squad job. They passed
LOS ANGELES — Colin Kaepernick has been passed over yet again. Rapper J. Cole posted on Instagram to share a letter he said Kaepernick sent to New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas. In the letter, dated Sept. 21, Kaepernick asks for the opportunity to join the team’s practice squad...
Nursing home operator says without sale of some W.Pa. facilities, they may close
The embattled operators of 15 nursing homes in Pennsylvania said if they are not permitted to go through with the proposed sale of seven facilities in Western Pennsylvania, they may be forced to shut down, potentially displacing hundreds of residents. Attorneys for Comprehensive Healthcare said in a court filing this...
QB Bryce Young returns to practice for Panthers, on track to start Sunday vs. Vikings
Carolina rookie quarterback Bryce Young returned to practice Wednesday after having to sit out all last week because of an ankle injury. Barring a setback, Young — who missed the Panthers’ previous game against Seattle — is expected to start Carolina’s 1 p.m. home game Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings....
The Birdie gets in the zone, makes Week 5 picks in A-K Valley football
As 7 p.m. approached last Friday night, The Birdie was tapping away feverishly at his laptop like a hungry chicken pecking at some feed. He decided not to attend a game in person this week like he normally does, instead declaring he was working on a project that would be...
2023 Western Pa. high school football schedule for Week 5
Thursday City League Brashear at Allderdice, 7 p.m. Friday WPIAL Class 6A Canon-McMillan at Central Catholic, 7 p.m. Class 5A Allegheny Six Peters Township at Baldwin, 7 p.m. South Fayette at Moon, 7 p.m. Big East Franklin Regional at Plum, 7 p.m. Hempfield at Gateway, 7 p.m. Penn-Trafford at Norwin,...
The Birdie hands out 5-star reviews, makes Westmoreland County Week 5 picks
Last week: 11-3 (78.6%) Season: 43-18 (70.5%) Covering games for so many years has given the Birdie an appreciation for football stadiums. He could practically offer professional reviews on Yelp. “More like, Help,” a scoretaker yells as he hangs up the phone. “Your picks could use a life raft.” Back...
Texas drag ban blocked, federal judge rules new law unconstitutional
AUSTIN — A federal judge declared a Texas law targeting drag shows unconstitutional, siding with LGBTQ Pride event organizers and performers who sued and blocking its enforcement. U.S. District Court Judge David Hittner ruled this week that the law, known as Senate Bill 12, violated the free speech and expression...
Book club marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The Blackburn Center in Greensburg will host a new book club, “Turning Pages,” which will meet at 6 p.m. Oct. 10. In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the October book will be Colleen Hoover’s “It Ends With Us.” A book discussion will take place at The Headkeeper, 618 South...
Irwin church offers annual pet blessing
Trinity Lutheran Church of Irwin will conduct its annual pet blessing at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. Members of the community are invited to bring their pets — or pictures of animals that are no longer living or are anxious in crowds — to be blessed by the church’s pastor, the...
State troopers investigate burglary in Indiana County
State police are investigating after they say a man stole items from an Indiana County gas station early Wednesday morning. A man broke the front glass windows and entered the One Stop convenience store, 90 Indiana Street, Armagh, at 1:28 a.m. Wednesday, according to the Pennsylvania State Police. He stole...
Penn State’s James Franklin cites possession advantage as key stat against Iowa
STATE COLLEGE — Penn State’s preparations for 2-2 Northwestern are just getting started and the last few days have been good for James Franklin’s 4-0 program. Penn State’s 2025 recruiting class is much stronger after three recent additions — New Jersey linebacker DJ McClary, Aliquippa running back Tiqwai Hayes and...
Letter to the editor: Fetterman making Pa. laughingstock of country
John Fetterman, the clown of this country. Once again the “one” dictates to the many. Pennsylvania is now the laughingstock of this country because of their great senator. Maybe try showing up in a suit and be an example for the young people you claim to represent. Dale Parker Jeannette...
Westmoreland happenings: Sadie Hawkins dance, super bingo, quilt show
Church News • St. James Church, 306 St. James Lane, New Alexandria, will have all-day Eucharistic Adoration Sept. 29 for the Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. Mass will be celebrated at 8 a.m., adoration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and benediction will be at 6 p.m. Drop in...
Letter to the editor: Catholic school sports advantage
It is apparent that nothing will ever be done about the unfair sports advantage that Catholic and private schools have over public schools. I have a suggestion that might make it possible for that issue to, at least, not be forgotten: When an athlete lives outside of that school, his...
Letter to the editor: Let’s get moving, Quaker Valley
I recently attended an info session about the new QV high school — and was blown away by the quality and foresight of the plan. I left the meeting feeling energized and excited for my child who will (if we get moving!) attend this school in a few years. There...
Andrew Carnegie Free Library exhibit explores French Jewish life during the Holocaust
Most of us have seen this movie scene: the intrepid protagonist is starting to put the pieces together, but more research is needed. Our hero is seated in a dim library basement, their face illuminated by the flickering light of a microfilm reader as they scroll through a long reel...
Letter to the editor: Speak up in support of EPA’s new pollution rules
Even taking a breath of air isn’t something Pittsburghers can take for granted. Allegheny County ranks within the top 2% of the worst counties nationwide for cancer risk from industrial air pollution, so it’s vital to protect our communities from these impacts. Allegheny County’s most polluting plant, U.S. Steel’s Clairton...
Editorial: Jails, police departments need to address losses in leadership
It’s hard to fill empty jobs when even the people on top are leaving. For years, the corrections field and police departments have faced challenges in keeping staff numbers up. Even before the coronavirus pandemic created a widespread upheaval in hiring across many industries, turnover and unfilled positions in these...
The Stroller, Sept. 27, 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. Life-sized Candy Land game to visit Harrison library Community Library of...
Letter to the editor: Game commission needs to act in best interest of humans, wildlife
On Aug. 30, Pittsburgh City Council met to discuss the city’s plan to hold a cull in two city parks this fall. This has brought up many concerns as to where the interest of the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) lies; after all, its mission is not only to promote hunting...
