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Kremlin denies that Russia-U.S. efforts to end Ukraine war are exhausted
MOSCOW — Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said on Thursday that efforts by Russia and the United States to end the conflict in Ukraine were still alive, state news agency TASS reported, appearing to contradict remarks from a top Russian diplomat a day earlier. On Wednesday, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov...
RIP landline phones? If you don’t have one now, you may not be able to get one
When Andy Brady had his cable television service installed, a landline telephone number was part of the package deal. He’s never hooked a phone to it, though. That probably says something about the bleak future for landline phones, considering Brady is the market president for the Verizon Consumer Group’s Great...
Former MLB player sells boat to legendary rock band’s guitarist
A former Philadelphia Phillies star recently sold his boat to the guitarist for an iconic grunge band. Jimmy Rollins, the National League MVP in 2007, won a Mastercraft X24 speedboat by draining a hole-in-one in July at the American Century Championship in Nevada. But Rollins, who lives in California, didn’t...
Letter to the editor: Irony of first lady’s anti-bullying campaign
It’s ironic that first lady Melania Trump, who campaigns against bullying, particularly cyber bullying, is married to a man who practices it constantly. He, along with Vice President JD Vance, seem to be amused by behavior that, by any rational measure, is egregious. Sandy Finley Greensburg...
Democrats have excelled in special elections — what does that mean for the midterms?
Out of power since President Donald Trump took office and deeply unpopular in opinion polls, Democrats are clinging to a glimmer of hope ahead of the 2026 midterm elections: a string of impressive finishes this year in more than three dozen special elections. In 42 state legislative and U.S. congressional...
Who’s to blame for the shutdown? All of the above, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
WASHINGTON — Americans blame both Republicans and Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown and are worried services could falter as a third of the federal workforce sits on unpaid leave, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. The five-day poll, completed on Tuesday, asked Americans nationwide how much blame Democrats, Republicans...
‘Visionary’ writer Laszlo Krasznahorkai wins 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature
STOCKHOLM — Hungarian writer Laszlo Krasznahorkai won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, the award-giving body said on Thursday, “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art”. “Laszlo Krasznahorkai is a great epic writer in the Central European tradition that...
What do we know about Trump’s Gaza deal?
WASHINGTON — Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of President Donald Trump’s plan for Gaza, a ceasefire and hostage deal that could be a first step toward ending a two-year-old war that has roiled the Middle East. Here are some details of what is known and not...
Celebrations erupt in Gaza, Israel on news of deal to end 2-year war
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza/TEL AVIV — Palestinians and the families of Israeli hostages broke into wild celebrations Thursday after news of a pact between Israel and Hamas to end the war in Gaza and return home all the Israeli hostages, both living and dead. In Gaza, where most of the more...
Letter to the editor: It’s a challenge to find the facts
Many Democrats call President Trump a liar, a fascist, a dictator, while many Republicans say President Biden’s policies at the border, promoting woke culture, overspending and weaponizing the Department of Justice against Trump were ruining our country. Extreme wings of both parties are accused of accelerating political partisanship between them....
Psychedelic Furs bring it back to the ’80s at the Carnegie Music Hall of Oakland
I’ll admit that I wasn’t alive for the 1980s, but some music can make you feel nostalgic for things you’ve never experienced. So it was with the Psychedelic Furs at Carnegie Music Hall of Oakland on Wednesday night. The new wave band joyfully served up their ’80s hits in a...
The Stroller, Oct. 9, 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. Leechburg Fall Festival planned...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend, Oct. 10-12
If you’re an animal lover, a music or film nerd, a history buff or just looking for a good time, Pittsburgh’s got lots to offer in the next few days. Here’s just a sample of what’s going on around town this weekend. International African Penguin Awareness Day Pittsburgh is a...
Letter to the editor: We need competence, not chaos, from our leaders
Competence in leadership is crucial. When Democrats and President Joe Biden were at the helm, America experienced tangible results. Under Biden’s leadership, our economy thrived, unemployment reached record lows and families benefited from significant corporate taxation. In my opinion, Biden prioritized American workers, safely secured our borders (actually more than...
Editorial: This shutdown is as pointless as all the others
With funding expired, new appropriations bills stalled and progress on a stopgap nonexistent, Congress has for the 15th time since 1981 allowed the federal government to shut its doors. Don’t expect this round to be any more edifying than the others. Republicans want to extend current spending levels until November,...
Westmoreland happenings: Fire museum program, meeting, art exhibit, more
Art • The Greensburg Art Center and the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library will sponsor an exhibition by artist D’anna Kromer from Friday through Nov. 15 at the library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Greensburg. A free opening reception will be from 5 to 7 to p.m. Friday. Public welcome. Details: greensburgart center.org....
Blue Jays’ bullpen shuts down Yankees, seals ALDS in Game 4
NEW YORK — Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider made seven pitching changes on Wednesday. A few hours later, Schneider gave a short speech in the clubhouse and launched the celebration by yelling “Start spreading the news!” while the Blue Jays doused each other with champagne and beer after wrapping...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Oct. 8, 2025
High schools Cross country Wednesday’s results Westmoreland County Coaches Association meet At Westmoreland County Community College Boys 1. Jonathan Stetchock, Hempfield, 15:54.4; 2. Benjamin McBride, Norwin, 15:57.9; 3. Charlie Heese, Latrobe, 16:03.2; 4. Samuel Plazio, Kiski Area, 16:16.2; 5. Ryan Ewing, Hempfield, 16:21.1; 6. Isaiah Bittner, Hempfield, 16:39.2; 7. Carter...
High school roundup for Oct. 8, 2025: Quaker Valley wraps up section title
Annabel Miko scored a pair of goals to lead Quaker Valley to a 3-1 victory over Central Valley (10-3-1, 7-2-1) in Section 3-2A girls soccer Wednesday night. Rowan Wallace also scored and Hope Waller had a pair of assists for the Quakers, who clinched sole posession of the section title....
Bullpen carries Blue Jays to ALDS victory over Yankees
NEW YORK — Jeff Hoffman finished off a four-out save as the Toronto Blue Jays used eight pitchers in a bullpen game and beat the New York Yankees, 5-2, on Wednesday night to win their American League Division Series three games to one. Toronto advances to the American League Championship...
Senate blocks debate on ending military action against Venezuelan vessels; Fetterman breaks with Dems
WASHINGTON — The Senate on Wednesday blocked a preliminary move to terminate President Donald Trump’s use of the military to destroy boats carrying alleged Venezuelan drug traffickers, unless he gets authorization from Congress. The effort, spearheaded by Democratic Senators Adam Schiff of California and Tim Kaine of Virginia — and...
2 state troopers in critical condition, suspect dead after shootout in Franklin County
Two Pennsylvania State Police troopers are in critical condition and a suspect is dead after a retail theft in Franklin County led to a 15-mile car chase on I-81 that ended in a shootout Wednesday evening, according to officials. Around 6:15 p.m., state police were dispatched to the Dicks Sporting...
Cubs make 4-run 1st inning stand up to stave off elimination by Brewers in NLDS
Pete Crow-Armstrong ripped a two-run single to highlight a four-run first inning, helping the host Chicago Cubs stave off elimination with a 4-3 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday in Game 3 of their National League Division Series. The Cubs trail 2-1 in the best-of-five series. Game 4 is...
The Birdie hands out game balls, makes Week 7 picks in A-K Valley
Last week: 7-4 Season: 61-15 (80.3%) When The Birdie flew back to the office late Friday night, his weekly tour of football stadiums (and concession stands) complete, he put his feet up on the desk and smiled. “I’m not going to lie,” he began. “There have been times this season...
Westmoreland County high school football matchups for 2025 Week 7
Here’s a look at the don’t-miss matchups for Week 7 in Westmoreland County: Class 6A No. 3 Norwin (5-2, 2-1) vs. No. 1 Central Catholic (6-1, 4-0) 8 p.m. Thursday, CMU’s Gesling Stadium, Oakland Last week: Norwin 33, Hempfield 26; Central Catholic 69, Shaler 7 Last year’s meeting: Central Catholic...
