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Jodi Hirsh: Demanding an Israel-Hamas cease-fire
I am the Jewish grandchild of Holocaust survivors. My grandfather was in a camp. Although I was very close to them, I never learned exactly how my grandparents escaped Austria and then Vichy France, because the experience was so traumatizing that neither one would discuss it for the rest of...
Keaton Ellis among Penn State veterans to be recognized on senior day
Senior day should be a success for Penn State’s football program. Coach James Franklin’s Nittany Lions (8-2) host a Rutgers team that never has beaten them in Big Ten play. PSU is 9-0 vs. the Scarlet Knights in conference action and 31-2 vs. the New Jersey program overall. Saturday should...
Tapas Talks holds final event of 2023 season
Tapas Talks held its third and final event of the third season Oct. 26 at Allegheny Country club. The program featured Keith Recker, who discussed “Color at Work.” As the editor in chief of the TABLE magazine and author of two books, “True Colors: World Masters of Natural Dyes and...
Letter to the editor: Path to peace in Middle East
The path to peace in the Middle East can be achieved in the same way that peace was achieved after World War II. Peace was achieved by the defeat of Japan and Germany after their surrender and demilitarization. Hamas must also surrender to Israel and release the hostages, and the...
Ban on pelvic, rectal exams on unconscious, unknowing patients passes in Pa.
A ban on pelvic, prostate and similar exams on unconscious patients who haven’t given permission needs only the signature of Gov. Josh Shapiro to become law. The state House and Senate unanimously approved the law, according to a news release from state Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler, D-Philadelphia, the author of one...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area happenings, week of Nov. 16, 2023
Christmas show at Oaks Theater “Sounds of Christmas” featuring the Latshaw Pops Orchestra is scheduled for 7 p.m. Nov. 25 at the Oaks Theater, 310 Allegheny River Blvd., Oakmont. At more than 30 years, the Latshaw Pops Orchestra stages the longest-running Christmas show in the area. The variety show features...
Letter to the editor: Junk mail, grocery prices, liars — we’re in critical condition
I used to be upset by junk mail. Well, I still am, but how about everyone expecting the consumer to have a computer or cellphone and have an app for every store to find prices or location of stock? How about people begging on the street with help wanted signs...
Remember When: Sewickley Herald headlines from 1968
In the news this week 55 years ago: • Hal Harrison, a noted naturalist, visited Sewickley Academy to present a film program and lecture to students there. Harrison, who lived in Tarentum, was described in 1953 ad for Bausch Lomb binoculars as “one of the most widely-read wildlife experts in...
Editorial: Could pension increase prompt a new pension crisis for Pennsylvania?
Pensions for state employees and teachers have been a wrench in the gears of Pennsylvania government for decades. In 2001, Gov. Tom Ridge signed a law that expanded pensions for those employees by 25% — and even more for state lawmakers. He was thrilled to do it, saying it was...
The Stroller, Nov. 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. Stuff a Cruiser event set at Harrison Walmart A Stuff a...
Letter to the editor: What does ‘draining the swamp’ really mean?
What do MAGA Republicans mean by “Drain the swamp”? Is Justice Clarence Thomas’ lavish gifts or the huge contributions that candidates take in included? Are the Supreme Court and Sen. Mitch McConnell swamp creatures for encouraging both practices? Republicans oppose the hordes of lobbyists infesting the Capitol, but does the...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Nov. 15, 2023
High schools Field hockey PIAA championship At Cumberland Valley Saturday’s schedule Class 3A Emmaus (25-1) vs. Manheim Township (21-1-1), 3 p.m. Class 2A Villa Maria (21-4) vs. Palmyra (21-1-1), 1 p.m. Class A Lackawanna Trail (15-4-2) vs. Oley Valley (22-1-1), 11 a.m. Football WPIAL playoffs Class 6A Championship Saturday’s schedule...
Biden and Xi strike deals on military communications, fentanyl, AI
President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping agreed on joint efforts to combat fentanyl, restore high-level military communications and hold a dialogue about artificial intelligence at a high-stakes summit that saw the two leaders seek to repair a bilateral relationship under intense strains. The discussion also included a extended...
Lawsuit alleges race discrimination at Pittsburgh’s Urban Redevelopment Authority
The former chief human resources officer at Pittsburgh’s Urban Redevelopment Authority filed a federal race discrimination lawsuit against the agency and its former executive director on Tuesday. Columbus Brooks, who is Black, is suing the URA and Gregory Flisram, who left the organization late last year to return to private...
Analysis: Drew Allar needs to be top priority in Penn State’s search for a new offensive coordinatorVideo
At some point in the hours after losing to Michigan, James Franklin came to what felt like an inevitable conclusion. He decided to fire offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich and start anew. Something needed to change. Penn State’s offense failed to support one of the best defenses in college football against...
Cheswick Christian boys program making giant leaps forward
When the Cheswick Christian boys basketball team followed a 3-11 record in the 2020-21 covid-shortened season with a 7-11 mark and a playoff berth in 2021-22, it was a big step forward. Last season was more like a giant leap. Cheswick Christian went 18-10 and appeared in the Southwest Christian...
Cheswick Christian girls hungry for improvement
Last season saw the Cheswick Christian girls basketball team win just four games after making the postseason in 2022-23, but under a new but familiar head coach this season, the Chargers are primed for improvement across the board. Clinton Blazevich takes over for Paul Kostick, whose work schedule changed, forcing...
House heads home after defeat of rule for Iran, spending bills
WASHINGTON — House lawmakers left town Wednesday for Thanksgiving after a GOP revolt that led to defeat of the rule for floor debate on the final two pieces of legislation the chamber was scheduled to consider. Nineteen Republicans voted against the rule for the fiscal 2024 Commerce-Justice-Science spending bill and...
Spending on Pa. Supreme Court race broke records, set precedent for outside influence
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. HARRISBURG — The candidates for Pennsylvania Supreme Court and their allies spent at least $22 million to influence the race’s outcome, with much of that...
Peters man pleads to involuntary manslaughter for role in deadly fight outside Baldwin bar
A Peters man involved in a deadly fight at Baldwin’s Loose Moose Saloon more than two years ago pleaded guilty Wednesday to involuntary manslaughter. Zachary Blake, 24, is scheduled to be sentenced on Feb. 20 for his role in the death of Mark Thompson, 51, of South Park. Involuntary manslaughter...
Tunnel reopens on Montour Trail in Peters
The Montour Trail’s Greer Tunnel reopened after a four-month closure. The 235-foot-long tunnel, at mile marker 28.5 in Peters Township, was closed to trail users in mid-July and reopened November 10) after a permanent steel ceiling-liner system was installed at the tunnel’s eastern portal. The 120-foot-long lining stabilizes the existing...
Riverhounds coach Bob Lilley named USL Championship coach of the year
After leading his team to one of best seasons is franchise history, Bob Lilley was recognized Wednesday as the USL Championship coach of the year. It was the second time, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds’ sixth-year coach was honored with the award. Lilley led the Hounds (19-10-5) to the Players’ Shield this...
Next on the Tee: Champions Tour pro Rob Labritz talks grind of Q-School
On this episode of Next on the Tee, host Chris Mascaro is joined by top instructors Tom Patri and John Hughes, along with Champions Tour pro Rob Labritz and PGA Tour SuperStore chief merchandising officer Randy Peitsch. Patri reflects on two feel-good stories from the Bermuda Championship in the performances...
Want to buy now, pay later this holiday season? Ask yourself these 5 questions first
Shoppers gearing up for the 2023 holiday season won’t have to look hard for a convenient way to pay for all those presents. ” Buy now, pay later,” a type of payment plan that divides the total cost of your purchase into smaller installments, is offered at most major retailers,...
On-the-spot portraits highlight art show in Bethel Park
During a recent South Arts Pittsburgh show at the Schoolhouse Arts and History Center in Bethel Park, member Pat Miyamoto showed her talent by producing on-the-spot portraits of well-known local residents. Her subjects included Bethel Park Mayor Jack Allen; Andy Amrhein, owner of Evey True Value Hardware and Rental; and...
