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High school roundup for Nov. 2, 2023: Mars, South Park, Springdale move on to states
Ainsley Ray and Kayleigh Clark scored as top-seeded Mars (17-1) bounced back from a penalty shootout loss in the semifinals and moved on to the PIAA playoffs with a 2-0 victory over No. 7 Montour (14-4-3) in the WPIAL Class 3A girls soccer third-place match Thursday. Addi Girdwood and Rosie...
Next on the Tee: 9-time PGA, Champions Tour champion Tom Purtzer shares golf memories
On this week’s episode of Next on the Tee, host Chris Mascaro welcomes golf instructor Tom Patri; as well as Tom Purtzer, a nine-time winner between the PGA and Champions tours; Pittsburgh Field Club head golf professional Chris Sheehan; and David Moore, the curator of history at Oakmont and Allegheny...
Legislation to pay incarcerated workers at Allegheny County Jail fails
An effort to pay people being held at Allegheny County Jail $10 a day for work performed there failed on Thursday because the majority of the oversight board said there wasn’t enough information to ensure such a mandate would be funded. The motion, made by board member Bethany Hallam, got...
Big Ten reveals conference schedule for Penn State, including visit to USC on Oct. 12
Last month, Penn State found out which teams it will play in the new Big Ten in 2024. On Thursday, it was revealed when the Nittany Lions will face the likes of USC and UCLA. The Big Ten unveiled its full 2024 slate after the home-and-away matchups were already announced...
Pittsburgh synagogue shooter appeals death penalty conviction, seeks new trial
The man sentenced to death for the mass shooting at a Squirrel Hill synagogue that killed 11 people is seeking a new trial. Robert Bowers, 51, who was convicted over the summer of 63 counts for the Oct. 27, 2018, attack at the Tree of Life synagogue at Wilkins and...
Labor union members picket outside several Westmoreland County facilities, call for bargainings
Members of Westmoreland County’s largest labor union on Thursday continued to pressure county commissioners to return to the bargaining table. Members of the Service Employees International Union and HealthCare Pennsylvania conducted informational picketing in front of the Westmoreland County Courthouse as well as other county facilities including Area Agency on...
North Hills High School grad competes in Marine Corps Marathon
Marine Capt. Mollie B. Geyer, an All-Marine Athlete, participated in the 48th Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 29. Geyer, 33, who is currently stationed at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., with I Marine Expeditionary Force, crossed the finish line with a time of 03:05:48. The 2012...
Penguins begin to experiment with neck guards in practiceVideo
Lars Eller wore neck guards throughout his youth in Denmark as well as during his junior and early professional days in neighboring Sweden. They were “mandatory as far as I recall.” Then, when the sturdy defensive forward came to North America in 2009 to play for the St. Louis Blues...
Don’t pre-tip on delivery? Don’t expect your food quickly, DoorDash warns
Americans are tipping their delivery drivers less often than they did last year. DoorDash is seeking to reverse that trend with an automated nudge — one that carries a hint of a threat. The food delivery service is testing out a new in-app warning that encourages non-tipping customers to rethink...
‘Films for Heroes’ includes work of Monroeville director
A Monroeville filmmaker’s award-winning portrayal of a veteran struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder is among the short features selected for a Nov. 12 showing. In observance of Veterans Day, “Films for Heroes: Locally Made Military-Themed Films” takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Strand Theater, 119 N Main...
Applications sought for introduction to policing program
Applications are being accepted for the Pennsylvania State Police’s upcoming Hill Impact Program in Westmoreland County. The 14-week program is for 15- to 18-year-olds. It will be held Monday evenings 5:30-8 p.m. between Jan. 15 to April 8 at the state police Southwest Training Center in Unity, outside of Greensburg....
Letter to the editor: adding school resource officers increases reports of gun-related offenses, not necessarily number of incidents, study finds
Know your source: The letter to the editor published Oct. 24 (“Police proposal a step in the wrong direction,” Oct. 24, TribLIVE) caught my attention. Review of the 2023 Brookings Institute study mentioned in the letter, contrary to what Mr. Relyea opined, “the presence of an armed officer increases gun-related...
Video: AEW’s Adam Copeland on leaving WWE, surprise debut, entrance music and moreVideo
One of the most accomplished professional wrestlers is in a new ring for the first time in more than 20 years. Known for years in WWE as Edge, Adam Copeland — now appearing under his real name — is the newest star in All Elite Wrestling. TribLIVE spoke to Copeland...
Through the years: In 1998, Highlands crushed Kittanning for 1st perfect season
Each week throughout the high school football season, the Valley News Dispatch will take a look back at the games, players and events that have shaped local scholastic history. Highlands recorded its first undefeated and untied season with a convincing 40-0 win over Kittanning on Oct. 30, 1998. Jarrod Sleppy...
Peter Morici: Fed’s quest for a soft landing is like hunting for unicorns
The Federal Reserve is hunting for a unicorn by holding U.S. interest rates steady and hoping that’s enough to bring inflation down to 2% without a recession. Historically, soft landings are terribly scarce and perhaps only exist in the eye of the beholder. The challenges policymakers face in the coming...
Penn State’s defense eager to prove itself at Maryland after ‘humbling experience’ vs. Indiana
Dvon Ellies, a redshirt senior defensive tackle and a leader in the locker room, spoke up in the moments after Penn State’s shaky win against Indiana. The Nittany Lions, massive 31-point favorites, barely escaped last Saturday. And Ellies voiced his opinion. James Franklin, recalling the encounter at his Tuesday news...
2023 Veterans Day events in the A-K Valley
Veterans Day events are planned throughout the Valley. Note: some events require reservations. Apollo Curran Funeral Homes will host its 20th annual celebration of veterans at 11 a.m. Nov. 11 at Curran-Shaffer Funeral Home and Crematory Inc., 100 Owens View Ave. Reservations required by Nov. 9. Reservations: 724-478-1244. Leechburg The...
Letter to the editor: Republicans, does anybody really care?
With all of the chaos and confusion within the Republican caucus of the House of Representatives and more specifically, its poor leadership, as documented in numerous current issues of the Trib, I’d like to propose that the Republicans adopt, as their theme song, Chicago’s popular early 1970s hit “Does Anybody...
Westmoreland happenings: Vendor show, pancake breakfast, blood drive, more
Fundraisers • St. Barbara Parish will host bingo at 6:45 p.m. Wednesday Nov. 8 at the church, 111 Raymaley Road, Harrison City. Doors open at 5 p.m. Admission starts at $27; extra packages, $5. There will be free coffee, early birds, quickies, an all-nighter, 50-50 and games of chance. The...
Letter to the editor: Respect teachers
I agree with the writer of the letter “Fixing the teacher shortage” (Sept. 22, TribLIVE) about freezing salary increases for “older” teachers. Instead, just reimburse these incredible profesionals for the money they spend out of their pockets to buy supplies for their students. I’m sure that amount would exceed any...
Letter to the editor: Who’s going to help senior citizens?
Regarding the letter “Westmoreland needs higher wages to grow population” (Oct. 22, TribLIVE): Thanks for the math. Do this math: Who helps us senior citizens? You double people’s wages, but senior citizens don’t get their checks doubled. We need to pay for the same items, but now we will pay...
Editorial: We must get the Americans out of Gaza
It’s a fundamental responsibility of government to come to the aid of American citizens in peril overseas. That’s why the U.S. traded the release from prison of the notorious Viktor Bout, a Russian arms dealer, for the release from Russia of U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner, who then revised her...
The Stroller, Nov. 2, 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. Valley HS to present fall play The Valley High School Drama...
Letter to the editor: We should invest in school bus safety
Much has been said about school safety in the past few years, but not enough has been done regarding school bus safety. Unfortunately, as a retired Pennsylvania child care inspector for more than 18 years and a Pennsylvania school safety and security assessor, I can only say what must be...
Free Thanksgiving Dinners in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Free Thanksgiving dinners are being offered in several communities in the Valley. Please note the reservation deadlines. Brackenridge A community Thanksgiving dinner will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Salvation Army, 917 Brackenridge Ave. Dine in or takeout. No reservations required. Dinners scheduled on Thanksgiving Day...
