TribLive stories, Page 799
The Stroller, June 15, 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. Tennis tournament to benefit Ewing sarcoma research The annual Kaelyn Rose...
Letter to the editor: We need tax reform, not new housing
The main interview in the article “Senior housing project in Irwin draws large response from prospective tenants” (May 17, TribLIVE) was from a woman from Wilkinsburg (Allegheny County), not Westmoreland County. All of the hoopla over this housing project seems to come down to someone from out of the county...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for June 14, 2023
High schools Baseball PIAA championships Class 6A Championship Friday’s schedule Father Judge (17-1) vs. Mt. Lebanon (16-10) at Penn State, 4:30 p.m. Class 5A Championship Thursday’s schedule Strath Haven (22-4) vs. Shaler (22-4) at Penn State, 4:30 p.m. Class 4A Championship Friday’s schedule Bellefonte (19-5) vs. Dallas (17-7) at Penn...
Pirates farm report: Termarr Johnson has huge game for Bradenton
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 29-34) was knocked around by Iowa (Cubs), 8-1. C Henry Davis (.280) went 2 for 3 with a double and a run scored. RF Miguel Andujar (.357) went 3 for 3 with a triple and an RBI. RHP Chase De Jong (.146) started a bullpen game and worked...
Diamante Orchestra concert highlights Monroeville library programs
With the arrival of summer, Monroeville Public Library announces a diverse lineup of adult programming. • On July 6 at 7 p.m., attendees can enjoy an outdoor concert featuring the Diamante Orchestra with soprano vocalist Lilly Abreu. The event will take place in person, weather permitting. Featuring Mary Beth Malek...
Monroeville police search for Eat’n Park robbery suspect
Monroeville police seek assistance in identifying a man they believe robbed an Eat’n Park twice this year. Chief Doug Cole said the robberies at the restaurant along Monroeville Boulevard took place on Jan. 2 around 7:30 a.m. and June 11 around 10:45 p.m. In the first incident, the suspect made...
Hampton Township School District adopts budget with tax increase
Hampton Township School Board unanimously voted June 12 to approve the district’s final 2023-24 general fund budget. The adoption ushers in a 0.86-mill real estate tax increase, which is expected to generate an extra $1.56 million for the school district. The rate will jump from 20.99 mills to 21.85 mills,...
Garth Brooks responds to those triggered over his Bud Light stance
Ever since Garth Brooks dared to say in a recent interview that he would serve Bud Light in his bar, folks have been losing their minds on social media. There are plenty of people on Twitter who swear they are burning CDs, deleting downloads and will never listen to the...
Louder Lamar Jackson takes greater control of Ravens offense under new coordinator
BALTIMORE — Lamar Jackson let Nelson Agholor know he was dissatisfied. The Ravens quarterback expected his new wide receiver to run a different route during the team’s minicamp practice Tuesday, and Jackson spoke out in a way he might not have in past years. In this respect, he seemed to...
Man dead, another injured after fall through 3 floors at Blairsville building restoration site
One man died and another was injured after the pair fell three floors into the basement of a dilapidated former school they were assessing for demolition Wednesday in Blairsville, borough officials said. John Plunkett, 63, of Blairsville, died at UPMC Presbyterian hospital in Pittsburgh from blunt force injuries related to...
Shady Side Academy graduates Class of 2023
Members of Shady Side Academy’s Class of 2023 received their diplomas June 2 during commencement exercises at Michael J. Farrell Stadium on the school’s Fox Chapel campus. The graduating class contained 110 students. Graduates Joseph Bellinotti and Elizabeth Kamin delivered the senior speeches. Economist John Taylor, the Mary and Robert...
Chris Sandvig: To win federal infrastructure funding, Southwestern Pa. can’t afford to wait
The bipartisan infrastructure law is a once-in-a-generation investment, offering a remarkable — and time-sensitive — opportunity for Western Pennsylvania’s public transit systems. With billions of new dollars ready to be invested by the federal government, there is an urgent need to act swiftly to secure these funds before the window...
‘We were filled with terror,’ Pittsburgh synagogue attack survivor testifies; closing arguments Thursday
Andrea Wedner and her 97-year-old mother, Rose Mallinger, lay head-to-head under their pew, hiding from the man who had just fired an AR-15 repeatedly inside the Tree of Life synagogue. They were frantic. Wedner had seen the man later identified as Robert Bowers standing in the doorway at the back...
Highlands educators present bullying, workplace morale concerns to school board
The Highlands School Board hosted a packed room as members of the Highlands Educational Association, comprising more than 100 educators in the district, presented its case on bullying and workplace morale for the first time Monday night. HEA President Rachel Crowell raised concerns about the surge in school violence and...
Monroeville Arts Council gears up for summer
The Monroeville Arts Council launched summer activities — late spring, technically — with an Art in the Park event June 10. Youngsters and their families were invited to enjoy a day of hands-on arts and crafts activities in Pavilion #5 at Monroeville Community Park West, exploring a variety of projects...
Sen. Gene Yaw: In Homer City, another step in killing the grid
April 3 was a significant day for Pennsylvanians who use electricity. The Homer City coal-fired power plant in Indiana County announced it would cease operations in 90 days. The news was a crippling blow to Pennsylvania’s status in the electric generation market. For almost six decades, the Homer City power...
Here’s how to score Taylor Swift merchandise at Acrisure Stadium
Don’t want to wait in line Friday or Saturday at The Eras Tour show to score Taylor Swift merch at Acrisure Stadium? You’re in luck. You can wait in line Thursday instead! Early merchandise sales open at noon Thursday at a Taylor Swift Merch truck on Art Rooney Avenue and...
Letter to the editor: Lauding New Kensington council members, reporter
I chose at the last minute to go down to the recent New Kensington Council meeting. I’m always more impressed by Tony Males than anyone else. Now, my second favorite is Tim Dimaio. I really think this term for him is going to define the nuts and bolts of what...
Westmoreland happenings: spaghetti dinner, coin show, reunion, more
Submissions from nonprofit organizations for Briefly Speaking can be emailed to cpinto-smith@triblive.com. Include a complete address and daytime phone number. Submissions are due at least two weeks prior to the event. Each announcement is printed once; there is no fee. Fundraisers • Downtown West Newton Inc. and West Newton Moose...
Letter to the editor: Madden’s PGA take disgusting
I am almost speechless after reading Mark Madden’s column “Money always wins, and the PGA did what was best for golf” (June 7, TribLIVE). I say almost speechless, because my anger and indignation are more overwhelming right now. Madden’s disgusting show of avarice and lack of any moral or ethical...
The Stroller, June 14, 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. Flag Day observed today Today is Flag Day. Remember to display...
Providence Heights Alpha School in McCandless foams it up to celebrate the end of the school year
Students of Providence Heights Alpha School in McCandless celebrated the end of the school year with a foaming party during the school’s Field Day on June 5. Foam Party Pittsburgh provided the foam. The students enjoyed a frothy frolic in foam after a morning filled with competitive games and sporting...
Letter to the editor: Westmoreland unprepared for hazardous incidents
At a recent meeting addressing concerns about a possible train derailment in Westmoreland County, Chris Tantlinger, Westmoreland County deputy emergency management coordinator, assured residents of an adequate response. Actually, Westmoreland County does not have equipment to provide comprehensive monitoring during incidents that contaminate air. In 2017, Westmoreland Marcellus Citizens’ Group...
Phil Kessel is a 3-time Stanley Cup champion
No matter when you read this, there’s a better than average chance Phil Kessel is still celebrating somewhere in Las Vegas. Kessel will have his name engraved in the Stanley Cup for the third time after the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Florida Panthers, 9-3, Tuesday night to finish off...
Pirates farm report for June 13, 2023: Henry Davis hits 1st Triple-A homer
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 29-33) took care of Iowa (Cubs), 7-4. C Henry Davis (.227) went 1 for 5 with his first Triple-A homer, a two-run shot. 3B Jared Triolo (.266) went 3 for 4 with a double and a solo homer, his first. 2B Nick Gonzales (.254) went 2 for 3...
