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Week 7 Flop 10: Penn State again, Luke Fickell hits rock bottom and pray for the winless
It’s an Unhappy Valley in State College, competence returned to UCLA’s sidelines and the winless programs deserve your pity in this week’s Flop 10. Here’s some of the lowlights from Week 7 of college football: Penn State Three weeks ago, Penn State was ranked No. 2 in the country. Life...
4 dead, at least 20 injured in South Carolina island shooting
Four people were killed and at least 20 injured in a shooting at a restaurant in a South Carolina island town on Sunday, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies were called to Willie’s Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island just before 1 a.m. and found several people suffering...
Madagascar president warns of coup attempt as more soldiers join protests
ANTANANARIVO — Madagascar’s presidency said on Sunday that an attempt to grab power by force was underway in the African nation as more soldiers joined a youth-led protest movement that has rocked the former French colony for more than two weeks. Troops from the elite CAPSAT unit that helped President...
Beijing blames U.S. for raising trade tensions, defends rare earth curbs
BEIJING/HONG KONG — China called President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs on Chinese goods hypocritical on Sunday and defended its curbs on exports of rare earth elements and equipment, but stopped short of imposing new levies on U.S. products. Trump on Friday responded to Beijing’s most recent export controls by imposing...
Dozens killed in Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes, border closed
ISLAMABAD — Dozens of fighters were killed in overnight border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, both sides said on Sunday, in the most serious fighting between the neighbours since the Taliban came to power in Kabul. The Pakistan military said that 23 of its soldiers were killed in the clashes....
Partisan shutdown standoff ignores key risk to U.S. stability: rising national debt
WASHINGTON — The ongoing shutdown debate between Democrats and President Donald Trump’s Republicans is largely avoiding the difficult fiscal issues clouding the country’s future — the rising national debt and the long-term financial health of Social Security and Medicare. The fifteenth partial federal government shutdown since 1981 has been sparked...
‘It’s about our players’: Penn State’s James Franklin addresses job security after stunning Northwestern loss
When James Franklin answered questions about his job status in the past, he almost always referenced his commitment to the university and to the team. He’d say something like “I think I’ve shown my commitment over my years here.” Of course, the circumstances were much different. He was the subject...
Ceasefire holds in Gaza ahead of hostage release and Trump’s visit to IsraelVideo
CAIRO/JERUSALEM — A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas held in Gaza for a third day on Sunday ahead of the expected release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners and an address by U.S. President Donald Trump to Israel’s parliament. Thousands of Palestinians continued to travel north towards Gaza City, the...
Appeals court rejects Trump request to deploy National Guard in Chicago area
A federal appeals court on Saturday rejected the Trump administration’s request to immediately allow the deployment of National Guard troops to Illinois, leaving in place a lower court’s order that blocked the mobilization temporarily. In a brief order, the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said the federal government remains...
Sewickley Academy welcomes latest class into Sports Hall of Fame
The Sewickley Academy Sports Hall of Fame gained a new class of inductees on Oct. 3. Four individuals and one team were honored at a ceremony in the Events Center on campus. “The Hall of Fame serves as a reminder of the remarkable individuals and teams who have helped build...
Slickville man dies from injuries in motorcycle crash in Loyalhanna Township
A Slickville man died from injuries sustained Saturday evening in a motorcycle crash along Sawmill Road in Loyalhanna Township. Larry E. Matson Jr., 56, was traveling alone at 6:28 p.m. when his motorcycle left the right side of the road and struck a tree, according to a report from Westmoreland...
Letter to the editor: Retain Supreme Court justices Donohue, Dougherty, Wecht
Throughout my legislative and legal career, I have had the opportunity to review the decisions of numerous judges, and Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty and David Wecht have proven themselves to be a few of the best. They are honest, firm but fair and knowledgeable. They are...
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 12, 2025
Aleppo Jennifer Nauman sold property at 30 Rhodes Ave. to Zachary James Kelly and Katherine Murray Mundell for $475,000. Franklin Park Roy Bodnar sold property at 2569 Brandt School Road to Sand Realty Inc. for $615,000. Samantha Kron sold property at 2692 Hunters Point Drive to Grace Rogers for $265,000....
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 12, 2025
Aspinwall Estate of Frederick James Greif sold property at 215 Virginia Ave. to James and Christine Luketich for $329,000. Fox Chapel Richard John Tame sold property at 999 Elmhurst Road to Alfred and Jane Cho for $2,900,000. Richard Munroe sold property at 301 Hampton Road to Justin and Emily Buland...
Letter to the editor: Civilized politics is possible
I never thought I would say this, but I applaud the actions of a Republican U.S. senator: Dave McCormick. By meeting with Democratic Sen. John Fetterman, to have a conversation free of hate and malice, he has shown me and many others that being a civilized, ethical politician may not...
The Stroller, Oct. 12, 2025: 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. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Stuffed pork chop dinner...
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 12, 2025
ALLEGHENY COUNTY Chalfant Michael Haberle sold property at 301 Chalfont St. to Lyle and Victoria Cope for $167,000. Churchill Estate of Thomas McManus sold property at 6 Garden Terrace to Olivia Myers for $225,000. Edgewood Royalty Properties Group LLC sold property at 114 Ivy St. to Joshua Aaron Hammerstein for...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 12, 2025
Bellevue Jason Perkins sold property at 567 Lincoln Ave. to 567 Lincoln LLC for $320,000. Xiao Li Qi sold property at 207 N. Sprague Ave. to John Fitzgerald Kennedy and Lisa Rene Tamayo for $209,000. Ibrahim Shabir sold property at 665 Shade Ave. to Anna Rastatter for $225,000. Etna Estate...
Steelers vs. Browns: Get ready for 2025 Week 6 rivalry matchup
It’s AFC North rivalry week as the Pittsburgh Steelers (3-1) welcome the Cleveland Browns (1-4) to Acrisure Stadium at 1 p.m. Sunday. The game will be broadcast on CBS, with Ian Eagle on play-by-play alongside analyst JJ Watt and sideline reporter Evan Washburn. The Steelers Audio Network also will broadcast...
Season of the Witch: Exploring the magic of Western Pa.’s metaphysical shops
The word “witch” may conjure images of green skin, pointy hats, hook noses and levitating broomstick rides silhouetted against the full moon. But for real-life practitioners of the mystical and magical arts, there are many more candles, crystals and herbs involved. While the number of Americans who identify with paganism...
Westmoreland County marriage licenses
These marriage licenses were issued by the Westmoreland County Register of Wills Office: • Cody James Dovicsak of Trafford and Lily Jane Ekis of Butler. • Trevor Charles Renfro and Rachel Lee Caldwell, both of Phoenix. • Taylor Chase Hoffman and Ashley Nicole Edmondson, both of Irwin. • Gregory Sage...
Westmoreland happenings: Pancake breakfasts, support group, Oktoberfest dinner, more
Church News • Christ Lutheran Church, 302 Vine St., West Newton, will sponsor “Kids of the Kingdom of Christ,” a free program for children in prekindergarten through fourth grade from noon to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at the church. Children must be accompanied by an adult. There will be a...
Editorial: Increasing grocery prices hurt everyone
There are things we can stretch when money is tight. That pair of shoes might have to last another month or two. Replacing the tires could wait until you get your tax return. This electric bill could get shoved in a drawer until next time, even though it will be...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Oct. 11, 2025
High schools Football Saturday’s results WPIAL Class 2A Allegheny Steel Valley 38, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart 6 Nonconference Seton LaSalle 47, Shady Side Academy 6 Saturday’s summaries Steel Valley 38, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart 6 Steel Valley 9 20 2 7 —38 Our Lady of the...
No. 7 Indiana hands No. 3 Oregon 1st regular-season loss in 2 years
No. 7 Indiana came up with the signature win of head coach Curt Cignetti’s 1½-year tenure, going into Eugene, Ore., and upsetting No. 3 Oregon, 30-20, on Saturday afternoon. The Ducks’ high-volume offense managed just 13 points against Indiana (6-0, 3-0 Big Ten), whose defense held Oregon to 14 first...
