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Westmoreland happenings: Pancake breakfast, bingos, pierogi sale
Church news • St. James Church, New Alexandria, will have all-day Eucharistic adoration Nov. 21 for the memorial of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the church, 306 St. James Lane. Mass will be celebrated at 8 a.m. and adoration will continue from 8:30 a.m. until benediction at...
Dr. Asif Ilyas: Opioid settlements, prosecutions are heartening, but education still necessary
A $26 billion settlement with opioid manufacturers in March. A $13.8 billion settlement with pharmacies in November. And jail time for prescribers across Pennsylvania and the nation over the past few years. These settlements with the manufacturers and purveyors of narcotics and the prosecution of “pill mill” doctors are heartening....
North Allegheny students honor veterans with Veterans Day programs
Students across the North Allegheny School District had special programs and presentations on Nov. 11 in honor of Veterans Day. The events helped students learn the importance of those who served, according school Superintendent Dr. Melissa Friez. “Veteran’s Day gives our students the opportunity to recognize our local veterans for...
This Pennsylvania county ran out of paper on Election Day. Now the district attorney is investigating
This article is made possible through Spotlight PA’s collaboration with Votebeat, a nonpartisan news organization covering local election administration and voting. An Election Day paper shortage in one Pennsylvania county that led poll workers to turn away some voters is now under investigation. The Luzerne County Board of Elections and...
‘Ghost Hunters’ investigate historic Pa. location
Pennsylvania is a very old place, thus making it a hotbed for paranormal activity. It’s no surprise, then, that the Travel Channel’s “Ghost Hunters” would want to investigate one of its many historic (and allegedly haunted) buildings. The Morning Call reports how the recently reunited original cast — Jason Hawes,...
Have Democrats flipped the Pa. House? The latest on the deciding races
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 — With control of the Pennsylvania state House on the line, attorneys for Democratic and Republican candidates in two close,...
Charles McElwee: Midterms reveal trouble for GOP in Pa.’s suburbs
This past week, Pennsylvania voters once again defied prognostications, rejected the status quo, and exhibited how demography has realigned the state’s politics. An unpopular Democratic president (born and initially raised in the region that delivered Donald Trump’s 2016 statewide victory), surging voter registration numbers for Republicans and economic disaffection failed...
The busiest days to fly during the winter holidays
Most weeks of the year, Fridays are the busiest days to fly, and Tuesdays are the least busy. But during the holidays, that trend doesn’t necessarily hold true. In most years, the Sunday after Thanksgiving is actually the busiest travel day for U.S. airports, according to the Transportation Security Administration,...
New documentary shows ex-Steelers player Carlton Haselrig’s battle with football-related brain injuries
JOHNSTOWN — Frail, angry, confused and dying, Carlton Haselrig rolled around on his bed, twisting in the blankets and sheets, screaming profanities, before sitting up and crying out a desperate plea: “Help me, Dad! Father!” But it was in vain. His father was not there to help. Fred Haselrig had...
Mitch McConnell brushes aside Rick Scott in Senate GOP leadership challengeVideo
WASHINGTON — Mitch McConnell fended off a challenge to his leadership of Senate Republicans on Wednesday, beating back a long-shot provocation from Sen. Rick Scott of Florida, who commanded the party’s campaign committee this cycle. McConnell was reelected Republican leader by a majority of his 49 colleagues after a failed...
Letter to the editor: Veterans appreciate Applebee’s efforts
I wanted to give a shout-out to Applebee’s restaurants for their generous Veterans Day event again this year. Very much appreciated. They were one of the first to recognize us vets, and they treat all with respect and dignity and do it with a smile that makes everyone feel special....
Harmony Singers to present holiday concert in Bethel Park
The Harmony Singers of Pittsburgh will present a holiday concert, “Sing of a Merry Christmas,” under the direction of Cynthia Pratt at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at Brightwood Christian Church, 5044 W. Library Ave., Bethel Park. Selections from the concert include “Christmas Is Coming,” “Sing This Night with Joy” and...
Letter to the editor: Our healing must start with God
During his presidency John Adams said the following to the Massachusetts militia: “We have no Government armed with Power capable of contending with human Passions unbridled by morality and Religion. Avarice, Ambition, Revenge or Galantry, would break the strongest Cords of our Constitution as a Whale goes through a Net....
Letter to the editor: What will Oz’s next moves be?
A few weeks ago, I asked if Dr. Mehmet Oz loses the election for U.S. senator of Pennsylvania, would he move to another state. Now, I would like to ask if he moves, will he move to a highly gerrymandered Republican state giving him a better chance of winning? Or...
Editorial: A real way for Kim Ward to make history
On Tuesday, state Sen. Kim Ward, R-Hempfield, notched another first. After serving as the first female Senate Majority Leader for the past two years, she was elected by her fellow Republicans to become the chamber’s Senate President Pro Tempore. She is also the first woman to serve in that role....
Tapas Talks hosts Leslie Braksick
Tapas Talks held its third event for the 2022 season on Oct. 27 at Allegheny Country Club. Leslie Braksick, co-founder and senior partner of MyNextSeason provided a presentation entitled “Creating a Blueprint for What’s Next.” The evening started with a social hour featuring delicious tapas. Tapas Talks board member Holly...
Northern Tier Regional Library events for the week of Nov. 16, 2022
Northern Tier Regional Library is open Monday-Wednesday from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Thursday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. At Richland Center, the library will close at 4 p.m. Nov. 23 and be closed Nov. 24 for Thanksgiving. Pine Center will be closed from Nov. 24-28 for Thanksgiving. For more information or...
North Huntingdon police officer sues, says he was turned down for promotion because of race
A federal lawsuit filed Monday by a Black police officer accuses the North Huntingdon police of retaliating against him because he complained of racist behavior in the department. Albert P. Carson II is suing North Huntingdon Township and former township manager Jeffrey Silka for claims including failure to promote, retaliation,...
Letter to the editor: Is Biden delusional or scheming?
“The plausible impossible” is a phrase coined by Walt Disney to describe the animation technique of overstressing small actions to make them appear to produce major effects or actions. A touch of truth leads us into fantasy. Disney used it to amuse and entertain. I believe President Biden and his...
The Stroller, Nov. 16, 2022: 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. Tarentum-Brackenridge Christmas parade scheduled Saturday The Tarentum-Brackenridge Christmas parade will begin...
Letter to the editor: Baffled by Trump support
I grew up in the mill-town suburbs of Pittsburgh. The “mill hunks” of my neighborhood were tough and didn’t take any “guff.” I had thought that no blue-collar worker would vote for Donald Trump because of his well-known penchant for cheating contractors. In my old neighborhood, that just wouldn’t have...
Remember When: Major cleanup effort tranformed Kiski River from eyesore into destination spot
In 1971, the Kiskiminetas River was declared the most polluted river in the United States. Orange and yellow seepage from abandoned coal mines dotted the riverside where tributaries met the river. Various forms of wastewater also were predominant. A 1980 study done by the state Department of Environmental Protection’s predecessor...
Woman shot in the arm in Swissvale
A woman was shot in the arm Tuesday night in the 2000 block of Noble Street in Swissvale. A call came in to Allegheny County 911 at 9:53 p.m. First responders on the scene found the woman with a gunshot wound to her arm, according to Allegheny County Police. The...
High school roundup for Nov. 15, 2022: North Catholic volleyball headed back to state finals
The North Catholic girls volleyball team will have a chance to win back-to-back state volleyball championships in different classifications. North Catholic (19-2) defeated Thomas Jefferson (19-3) in four sets Tuesday night, 20-25, 25-19, 27-25, 25-14, in the PIAA Class 3A semifinals at Fox Chapel. The Trojanettes beat Trinity in three...
High school scores, summaries, schedules for Nov. 15, 2022
High schools Field hockey PIAA playoffs Class 3A Semifinals Wednesday’s schedule Wilson (20-2-1) vs. Emmaus (25-0) at Hamburg, 5 p.m.; Lower Dauphin (20-3-1) vs. Conestoga (21-2) at Exeter Township, 6:30 p.m. Class 2A Semifinals Wednesday’s schedule Villa Maria Academy (18-6) vs. Mechanicsburg (18-4-1) at Governor Mifflin, 7 p.m.; Gwynedd Mercy...
