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‘Bro, I can’t move,’ critically wounded officer told medics after being shot in Pittsburgh synagogue
Critically wounded Pittsburgh SWAT Officer Timothy Matson had just been carried down the stairs by two of his colleagues when SWAT Medic Justin Sypolt began to evaluate him. They put the largest member of the SWAT team — previously described as 6-foot-5, 315 pounds — in the Tree of Life...
Allegheny County Health Department to take action in slowing mosquito breeding
For the 22nd consecutive year, the Allegheny County Health Department will conduct treatments throughout the Pittsburgh area in efforts to slow the breeding of mosquitoes. Starting Monday , the Health Department will be treating approximately 10,000 stormwater catch basins throughout certain areas of Pittsburgh that have a history of West...
Penn-Trafford grad Cade Patterson makes history for W&J men’s golf team at NCAA TournamentVideo
When his final putt dropped on the 18th hole at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Ky., W&J golfer Cade Patterson had made history for the Presidents’ Athletic Conference. The Penn-Trafford graduate used a final-round 67 to jump 21 spots on the NCAA Division III championship leaderboard and finish tied...
Westmoreland County Senior Spotlight: Greensburg Salem’s Aubrie Loughner
Every year, dozens of high school athletes in Western Pennsylvania continue their careers in sports like football, basketball, soccer or baseball at the college level. But for one senior in Westmoreland County, her sport of choice is far from traditional. Greensburg Salem’s Aubrie Loughner spends her time out of school...
Burrell grad Kaylen Sharrow qualifies for PSAC track and field championships in final try
Facing the end of her competitive running career, Clarion senior Kaylen Sharrow had one box she still wanted to check: qualify for the PSAC track and field championships. The Burrell grad had been there before, qualifying with relay teams. But she hadn’t been able to make it in an individual...
Ayushma Neopaney: Belonging and becoming American
On a recent evening, 30 students from my high school gathered to share a meal of traditional Nepali foods like momos and chow mein noodles. We’re a pretty diverse mix — American born, immigrant, white and students of color. And we’re all members of Global Minds, a youth-led after-school program...
Penn State picks up commitment from 2024 4-star linebacker Dejuan Lane
Penn State’s recruiting weekend keeps rolling. Four-star linebacker Dejuan Lane committed to the Nittany Lions’ 2024 recruiting class on Sunday, becoming the third commit of the day. 1000# COMMITTED ????⚪️ #WeAre???? pic.twitter.com/WQjzJVkIfR— Dejuan “SPARKPLUG” Lane (@Dejuan24) June 5, 2023 Three-star offensive tackle Deryc Plazz committed earlier in the afternoon while...
Italian whole-hog cooking inspires herbaceous pork chops
At weekly markets across central Italy, ancient town squares fill with the aromas of spit-roasted pork slathered in rosemary, fennel pollen and garlic. The enchanting smell is porchetta, a delicious homage to whole-hog cooking that’s as revered as barbecue in the American South. The laborious roast, clearly, is off the...
Letter to the editor: Debt, taxes and the unfairness of life
Congress could enact laws to solve our border and other problems, but it seems they would rather blame the president, so they can get more votes. Why would any politician solve any problem when it makes them millions in tax-free political donations? Congress wants spending cuts because it costs more...
67-year-old killed, toddler injured in Washington County crash
A 67-year-old man was killed and a 1-year-old child was hospitalized Sunday night as a result of a crash on Interstate 70 in Washington County. The Pennsylvania State Police reported the incident happened around 10:50 p.m. along the eastbound lanes of I-70 in Washington. According to a state police report,...
In brief: Community Day coming, other Hampton area happenings, week of June 6, 2023
Community Day celebration set Hampton Community Day is scheduled for July 3, starting at 1 p.m. and concluding after a fireworks display. Inflatable attractions and food vendors will be featured on the Hampton Community Park soccer fields, and three bands will perform: Pine Creek Community Band, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.;...
In brief: Night marts set, upcoming meetings and more in the Sewickley area
Association of University People events The Association of University People invites singles over 50, who are four-year college graduates, to join them for activities and to meet new people. Activities include monthly dinners, social gatherings, concerts and day trips. Those interested can attend three activities as guests before joining. For...
In brief: AARP meeting, Military connections yard sale, week of June 5, 2023
Plum AARP meets at Legion post Plum AARP 3067 will meet at noon Tuesday at American Legion Post 980, 7824 Saltsburg Road. Meetings usually are held at Unity Community Church. There will be no formal program, just an opportunity to socialize with other members. The annual summer social is scheduled...
In brief: Hidden gems of North Park, art camps and more in Pine, Richland
Association of University People events The Association of University People invites singles over 50, who are four-year college graduates, to join them for activities and to meet new people. Activities include monthly dinners, social gatherings, concerts and day trips. Those interested can attend three activities as guests before joining. For...
In brief: Community yard sale, AARP meeting and more in Penn Hills
Association of University People events The Association of University People invites singles over 50, who are four-year college graduates, to join them for activities and to meet new people. Activities include monthly dinners, social gatherings, concerts and day trips. Those interested can attend three activities as guests before joining. For...
Letter to the editor: We need strong EPA standards
It feels like each Pennsylvania summer gets hotter. With more greenhouse gases in the atmosphere from fossil-fuel industries, consequences such as droughts, torrential rains and pollution-based health issues will become even more concerning and common. Fortunately, the Environmental Protection Agency proposed new limits on carbon pollution from coal- and gas-burning...
Editorial: Enough garbage. It’s time to pass a state bill that gets serious about litter
Pennsylvania’s government and most local governments statewide have laws against littering and dumping, but it only requires a look around to know officials treat the laws as so much litter. Partially because governments rarely enforce those laws, littering and dumping are pervasive. Even when governments enforce the law, it doesn’t...
In brief: Cheer camp, concert series, other Monroeville happenings, week of June 5, 2023
Divine Mercy hosts cheer camp Divine Mercy Academy cheer camp is scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. June 26-29 in the school gym, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville. The camp is open to all students entering kindergarten through eighth grade to learn basic cheerleading skills while building school spirit and teamwork....
The Stroller, June 5, 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. Free advice available for those with financial troubles Allegheny Valley Association...
Letter to the editor: Congress members don’t need luxury trips
It was recently revealed that members of Congress enjoyed $6.6 million in free travel paid for by special interst groups, with destinations in more than 40 foreign countries and U.S. cities. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy took his mom on a trip to Israel at a cost of $26,847. Both parties...
Pa. budget 2023: Your guide to what’s on the table, what comes next and how to follow along
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan newsroom powered by The Philadelphia Inquirer in partnership with PennLive/The Patriot-News, TribLIVE/Pittsburgh Tribune-Review and WITF Public Media. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — June is budget negotiation month in Pennsylvania, when state lawmakers decide how to direct billions of tax dollars and...
Editorial cartoons for the week of June 5
Editorial cartoons for the week of June 5....
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of June 5
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Pirates farm report for June 4, 2023: Jase Bowen’s grand slam helps spark Grasshoppers to victory
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 28-28) shut out Toledo (Tigers), 7-0. DH Miguel Andujar (.341), LF/RF Canaan Smith-Njigba (.253) and 1B Aaron Shackelford (.270) all knocked in two runs. RF Ryan Vilade (.265) was 2 for 3 with an RBI. 3B Jared Triolo (.284) was 1 for 2 with three runs scored. LHP...
California is investigating who sent 16 migrants from Texas to doorstep of Sacramento diocese
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Sacramento on Friday received some unexpected visitors: 16 migrants from South America who had been flown in on a private chartered jet from New Mexico after being transported from the border town of El Paso without any coordination with the church or with California authorities....
