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Ex-Greensburg police chief accused of taking backpack of drugs from evidence room
Former Greensburg Police Chief Shawn Denning, who resigned in January after his arrest by federal authorities, is facing more trouble as Westmoreland County detectives on Thursday charged him with taking items from the department’s evidence room. Denning, 42, of Delmont, is charged with theft, conspiracy and three counts of tampering...
Elwood Watson: Marjorie Taylor Greene is at it again
The Jezebel of the Republican Party is at it again. Just when you thought that she could not get any more disingenuous and despicable, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene engaged in some wild intellectual dishonesty by accusing New York Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman of calling her the equivalent of the N-word....
Angela Liddle: Protecting kids on social media requires all of us to be digitally diligent
Policymakers across the country this year have been laser focused on reining in social media companies, especially as it relates to their impact on children. U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy told CNN that he believes 13 is “too early” for kids to join social media websites and apps, and U.S....
Pa. State troopers more likely to do optional searches for Black, Hispanic drivers than white ones
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. Black and Hispanic drivers were slightly more likely to face discretionary searches during traffic stops in Pennsylvania last year, according to...
Danitra Sherman: Addressing root causes of crime good policy, good politics
For decades, many American politicians saw a path to electoral victory through a combination of racist fear-mongering and harsh, punitive criminal law policies. From the infamous Willie Horton ad to “super-predators” to three strikes laws and the prison-industrial complex, this political strategy by both Democrats and Republicans fueled a multi-generational...
Beyonce remembers ‘My beloved queen’: Musicians, fans pay tribute to Tina Turner
Tina Turner, superstar singer and icon, died Wednesday at her home in Switzerland. She was 83. Musicians, celebrities and fans quickly took to social media to post their thoughts and memories of the singer. Singer Beyonce Knowles-Carter wrote on her website, “My beloved queen. I love you endlessly. I’m so...
Harrison nurse charged in deaths of 2 patients, injuries to another
A Harrison woman is charged with killing two patients and injuring a third while she cared for them as a nurse. Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced charges Thursday against Heather Pressdee, 40, who is accused of administering unnecessary doses of insulin to patients, resulting in the deaths of two...
Letter to the editor: Biden should be impeached, arrested for treason
I believe President Biden is in direct violation of his oath of office by allowing practically unfettered access to our southern border; by not better protecting the border , he has opened a path for criminals, terrorists and agents of foreign countries who want to destroy the United States and...
Go beyond hamburgers and hot dogs for your summer barbecues
Is it even summer if you aren’t out on the patio grilling? According to BBQ Revolution, seven out of 10 adults in the United States own a grill or a smoker. A survey on the website showed that 72% of consumers love grilling for the flavor it adds to food,...
In brief: Sewickley’s Peter Schlicht honored, Ukraine benefit and more around the area
Client Experience Award Peter F. Schlicht, a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC in Sewickley, has earned the Ameriprise Client Experience Award for 2022. Schlicht was honored for his ability to consistently deliver personalized, goal-based advice and exceptional client service. The award represents an elite group of Ameriprise advisors...
Letter to the editor: Questioning Westmoreland County Republicans
After 48 years as a Republican, I’m really questioning who they are. I know who I am and what I believe. The local Republican Party finally “grew a set” and took me on for exposing them. Should I have had to battle Westmoreland County Republican Committee Chair Bill Bretz all...
Editorial: Harrison should have been more transparent with new chief vote
It is not hard to tell people what’s going on. Seriously. It’s not. Government can make it seem like swimming through neck-deep mud, but transparency is really pretty easy. All they have to do is make the information accessible, not force anyone to read it. Not every state decision is...
The Stroller, May 25, 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. Freeport golf outing to benefit library, scholarships The Freeport College Club...
2023 Memorial Day events in the A-K Valley
All events are on May 29 unless otherwise noted. Apollo Apollo Volunteer Fire Department No. 2 will sponsor a program at 9 a.m. in Apollo Plaza. Brackenridge The American Legion will have a ceremony at noon in Brackenridge Park, First Avenue. Guests will include the Highlands High School Marching Band,...
Back to normal: Spike in Memorial Day travel expected
A normal Memorial Day is finally on the horizon, including ceremonies honoring veterans, family vacations and maybe even some hot dogs doused in Heinz ketchup. With the end of the covid-19 public health emergency May 11, and the halting of most pandemic restrictions, Americans have big plans for Memorial Day,...
Letter to the editor: Why Trump was not a great president
The writer of the letter “Why Trump was a great president” (March 7, TribLIVE) asked writers who argue that Donald Trump was the worst president need to be more specific in their reasoning. Here are some facts on why he wasn’t a great president. Putin and Ukraine: Putin was clearly...
Pirates farm report for May 24, 2023: Henry Davis drives in 4 runs in Curve victory
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 22-24) took care of Columbus (Guardians), 12-9.2B Nick Gonzalez (.263) went 1 for 5 and hit a two-run homer, his fourth. 1B Miguel Andujar (.293) went 2 for 4 with his fourth homer. RF Mark Mathias (.246) was 1 for 3 with his second homer and three RBIs....
High school, scores, summaries and schedules for May 24, 2023
High schools WPIAL Baseball WPIAL playoffs Class 6A Championship May 31 schedule Mt. Lebanon (12-10) vs. North Allegheny (16-6) at Wild Things Park, 7 p.m. Class 5A Championship Tuesday’s schedule Shaler (18-4) vs. Bethel Park (17-4) at Wild Things Park, 7 p.m. Third place May 31 schedule Plum (14-8) vs....
High school roundup for May 24, 2023: Powerful offense sends Armstrong into 5A finals
Jenna Clontz went 4 for 4 with a double, home run and four RBIs as Armstrong’s prolific offense struck again in a 12-2 victory over No. 12 South Fayette in the WPIAL Class 5A softball semifinals Wednesday. Emma Paul also homered and Isabella Atherton and Shelby Cloak each drove in...
With ‘all gas and no brakes,’ Belle Vernon hands 1st loss to Elizabeth Forward in 4A semifinals
As sweet as career win No. 300 was for Belle Vernon softball coach Tom Rodriguez, No. 301 was a little sweeter. The No. 4 seeded Leopards scored all of their runs except one via home runs Wednesday as they stunned No. 1 Elizabeth Forward — spoiling the Warriors’ bid for...
Rep. Chris Deluzio and Molly Parzen: Time for Pa. to clean up abandoned mines
Pennsylvania has long been the economic engine that has powered our nation’s prosperity. However, we still see some of the effects of bygone practices from a lack of environmental and health regulations in communities across our commonwealth today. The commonwealth leads the nation in abandoned mine lands (AML). These are...
Fan-made ‘Mister Rogers’ Lego set could become real, but only if you vote
If it was up to one fan, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood would literally be in your home. Or at least a miniaturized version of it. Matt Smith recently made a detailed Lego re-creation of the set of the beloved children’s television show and the show’s Neighborhood of Make-Believe. Now, he wants...
Jeffrey Fuller: Pa. budget must support children who need help
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — and Pennsylvania’s children need support now more than ever. Taking care of their physical health is one of the very first things we teach children. We all remember our parents telling us, or telling our own children, to look both ways before crossing...
Author talks, other activities set at Monroeville Public Library
Monroeville Public Library is hosting the following events: • Game Nights, 6 to 8:30 p.m. June 8 and June 27. The library will provide spaces for a variety of board games, card games, tabletop games, and party games like Jackbox. Guests are welcome to bring their own games or try...
Westmoreland happenings: Strawberry festival, sunset yoga, Memorial Day service, more
Fundraiser • West Newton First Church of God will have a Strawberry Festival from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Sewickley Grange, Route 136, Sewickley Township. Menu: homemade sandwiches, salads and strawberries. Dine in or takeout. Takeout orders: 724-872-7467. Health • Excela Health neurologist Dr. Cathleen Adams will present a...
