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Elizabeth Forward out to maintain high standards after coaching change
While there’s a new leader at the helm of the Elizabeth Forward football program, expectations aren’t going to change for the Warriors. “They’ve been on a roll, and they’ve had a lot of success, so I don’t see that stopping now,” said John DeMarco, who enters his first season as...
With young roster, Charleroi sets goal to be competitive in every game
Playing under its third coach in as many years, Charleroi is hoping to move in a more positive direction after collecting just two wins in each of the last two seasons. “We’ve talked a lot about just getting 1% better every day, and I think the guys have been doing...
With full complement of starters back, new Bentworth coach looks to build brand
First-year coach David Pordash knows the rebuild at Bentworth is going to be a long process, but the former Bearcat is excited for the task at hand this fall. “We have 38 kids in camp and their participation has been tremendous,” said Pordash, who played football at Waynesburg University. “There...
After solid season, California working to reach next level
Veteran coach Ed Woods knows the makeup of a successful team and what a winner looks like at the high school level. He believes California’s 2023 football squad has all the makings for a special season. “I just love the work ethic of these kids,” said Woods, who is entering...
McCandless entrepreneur, mom publishes 2nd cookbook for allergen-free meals
A McCandless entrepreneur, mom and former food editor has published her second book to help families with food allergies enjoy safe and delicious meals. Liz Fetchin’s “Weeknight SOS” goes on sale Sept. 5. It is part of her Octofree brand, launched in 2021, an online resource so people with food...
The Stroller, Aug. 24, 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. Community Day planned Saturday at Animal Protectors Animal Protectors of Allegheny...
Letter to the editor: Why would Shapiro defund Real Alternatives?
Real Alternatives, a regional network of women’s help agencies with 77 centers throughout Pennsylvania, has served in excess of 400,000 women since its establishment in 1996. The regional program is financially supported by the commonwealth, offering women in crisis services such as counseling, testing, educational referrals, clothing, classes and shelter,...
Letter to the editor: Afghanistan accountability
It has been two years since President Biden’s disastrous retreat from Afghanistan, which I feel was recklessly staged purely for political theater. Biden irresponsibly risked the lives of thousands of American citizens and Afghan allies to complete his retreat by the symbolic date of Sept. 11, 2021. He surrendered Bagram...
Pirates farm report for Aug. 23, 2023: Matt Fraizer collects 4 hits in Altoona victory
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 56-64) knocked around Iowa (Cubs), 9-4. RF Canaan Smith-Njigba (.248) went 2 for 5 with a run scored and an RBI. LF Ryan Vilade (.262) went 2 for 4 and drove in a pair. SS Jared Triolo (.296) went 1 for 3 with two walks and three runs...
Documentary Week announced at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center in Sewickley
The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center in Sewickley announced the lineup for its inaugural Documentary Week, Sept. 1-14. Nine films, curated to suit a wide range of interests, will be offered on various days and times. The week also features virtual talkbacks with directors, expert speakers and other special events...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 23, 2023
High schools Golf Wednesday’s results Boys Class 3A Section 7 Moon 198, Chartiers Valley 222 Medalists: Alex Koch (M) 38, Jake Federouch (CV) 40 Section 8 Shaler 193, Hampton 202 Medalist: Jacob Crissman (S) 34 Class 2A Section 4 Keystone Oaks 217, Chartiers-Houston 233 Medalist: Ethan Shartle (KO) 40 Nonsection...
2023 Western Pa. high school football schedule for Week Zero
Friday Nonconference Albert Gallatin at Connellsville, 7 p.m. Allderdice at North Allegheny, 7:30 p.m. Apollo-Ridge at Leechburg, 7 p.m. Avonworth at Grove City, 7 p.m. Bethel Park at North Hills, 7 p.m. Blackhawk at Beaver Falls, 7 p.m. Brashear at Baldwin, 7 p.m. Brentwood at Ellwood City, 7 p.m. Brownsville...
Riverhounds blow 3-goal lead, escape from Hartford with wild win
Second-half substitute JC Obregon saved the Pittsburgh Riverhounds from a humiliating result Wednesday night. Obregon scored the game-winning goal in the 88th minute after the Riverhounds blew a three-goal lead, escaping with a 4-3 victory over Hartford Athletic. The Riverhounds (14-5-8) remained in first place in the USL Championship’s Eastern...
Garfield gunman dead after 6-hour standoffVideo
A gunman died in Pittsburgh’s Garfield neighborhood Wednesday night after exchanging thousands of rounds with police in a tense six-hour standoff. Less than 90 minutes into the standoff, during a lull in the gunfights, authorities rushed residents from Broad Street and North Mathilda Street homes out of the area. Police...
Westmoreland County high school football matchups for 2023 Week Zero
Nonconference Mt. Pleasant at Greensburg Central Catholic 7 p.m. Friday, Centurion Stadium, Carbon Last year’s meeting: Greensburg C.C. 56, Mt. Pleasant 35 After a shootout last year, plenty of points are expected between a pair of county teams with some key offensive weapons back. … Mt. Pleasant has a host...
The Birdie living up to the hype while picking Westmoreland County games
The Birdie Last season: 107-29 (78.7%) The highlight of the Birdie’s summer came a couple of weeks ago when he high-fived Kenny Pickett as the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback ran onto the practice field at Saint Vincent. (Security pulled Pickett’s mesh jersey out of the Birdie’s claw. It was worth making...
Stop bugging The Birdie as he makes his Week Zero picks in A-K Valley football
The Birdie Last season: 99-18 (84.6%) The Birdie is used to receiving criticism. Comes with the territory. People don’t like it when he picks against their team. People think his jokes are stupid. People shake their fists when he gives their cars an extra hood ornament, to put it as...
Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa fires back at ESPN analyst Ryan Clark’s criticism of bodyVideo
MIAMI — Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on Wednesday gave a sharp response to ESPN analyst and former NFL player Ryan Clark’s criticism of his body during an appearance on “NFL Live.” On Monday, Clark said of the fourth-year player: “Let me tell you what he wasn’t doing; he wasn’t in...
Back-to-School Bash at Brackenridge Salvation Army outfits 500-plus kids with backpacks, haircuts, supplies
More than 500 Highlands students will be sporting new backpacks when school starts Aug. 31, thanks to the annual Back-to-School Bash by the Salvation Army in Brackenridge. “It was another great success,” Captain Dave Bender said. Pioneer Hose Company pulled up in a fire engine Saturday to give children an...
Peter Morici: Finding the silver lining in Biden’s trade and industrial policies
President Biden’s industrial and trade policies are terribly controversial. Economists, pundits and the media — on the left and right — complain these will promote inefficiency and won’t address fundamental disadvantages — for example, shortages of engineers and similar workers with advanced training. Allies in Europe criticize that the Buy...
Music festival Sept. 3 at Hartwood Acres in Hampton, Indiana townships
The Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheatre will rock Sept. 3 with the Allegheny County Music Festival to benefit children and youth. The music begins at 5:30 p.m., with Men Without Hats to take the stage at 8 p.m., according to an Aug. 23 announcement from the Allegheny County Department of Human...
Garfield gunman dead after 6-hour standoffVideo
A gunman died in Pittsburgh’s Garfield neighborhood Wednesday night after exchanging thousands of rounds with police in a tense, six-hour standoff. Less than 90 minutes into the standoff, during a lull in the gunfights, authorities rushed residents from Broad Street and North Mathilda Street homes out of the area. Police...
Dr. Andrew Smolar: Calling out incivility
After this past week, I feel dented. Last Saturday, my wife and I enjoyed dinner at a place in the Philadelphia suburbs. When the check arrived, I realized our waitress had confused our tab with the next table’s. When I walked inside to correct it, I noted there was a...
Letter to the editor: Trump tried to take away our votes
Kudos to the writer of the letter “Republicans, don’t back Trump” (Aug. 14, TribLIVE) for realizing the truth about a habitual liar. You give several really good reasons not to back Trump, but I feel the biggest reason not to support him is the fact that he wanted Vice President...
Westmoreland happenings: Poker run, book sale, spaghetti dinner, more
Fundraisers • Jeannette Knights of Columbus hosts bingo at 7 p.m. Fridays in Mersinger Hall at Ascension Church, 615 Division St. Doors open at 6 p.m. and early birds begin at 6:30 p.m. Players younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Food will be available. Details: 724-523-9244. •...
