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John Mayer’s solo acoustic tour to stop in Pittsburgh
John Mayer is headed back to Pittsburgh — all by himself. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter’s “Solo” tour will play PPG Paints Arena on March 18. “Just like the early days,” Mayer wrote on social media Thursday, announcing the tour. “I’ll be playing old songs. Newer songs. Songs you haven’t heard yet...
Letter to the editor: Hoping for an end to Wolf’s chaos
Gov. Tom Wolf said on March 16, 2020: “I would like people to stay home 24 hours a day.” From that day till now, some Pennsylvana residents have taken that fear to heart. Others mocked and laughed as the shutdowns and mandates continued and we did our best to lead...
Letter to the editor: Republicans holding us hostage
I have some question for voters who cast ballots which nominally granted control of the U. S. House of Representatives to the Republicans: Is it acceptable to you that a high-stakes game of chicken will be played over whether to increase the debt ceiling, an action which enables the country...
Editorial: One-way public comment rules can be malicious compliance
Compliance is the term for acknowledging the rules and following them. You see the stop sign. You gently step on the brake pedal as your car approaches it. You note the speed limit and set your cruise control accordingly. But malicious compliance is different. It’s technically following the letter of...
The Stroller, Jan. 26, 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. Food drive planned Saturday in Lower Burrell The annual Fallen Officers...
Letter to the editor: Jan. 6 commission symptom of bloated government
It has been said, “When the government fears the people, there is liberty, but when the people fear the government, there’s tyranny.” Today, we are ruled by an elite group who have weaponized the federal government to serve their self-interest. We talk of “insurrection” on Jan. 6 but ignore that...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 25, 2023
High schools WPIAL Basketball Boys Wednesday’s results Class 2A Section 3 Jeannette 69, Leechburg 65 (2OT) Class A Section 1 Union 72, Cornell 34 Nonsection Burgettstown 72, Western Beaver 54 Clairton 63, Propel Braddock Hills 49 Shenango 70, Wilmington 32 West Greene 72, Bentworth 62 City League Allderdice 72, Perry...
High school roundup for Jan. 25, 2023: No. 1 Waynesburg clinches section title
Mac Church (145) won by fall to give the Raiders the lead for good as No. 1 Waynesburg clinched the Section 5-3A wrestling title with a 39-27 victory over No. 7 Trinity on Wednesday night. Rocco Welsh (172) and Brody Evans (189) won major decisions and Eli Makel (215) picked...
Doug Mastriano wants to classify drag shows like strip clubs and adult bookstores
A prom for LGBTQ youth in Doylestown sponsored by a state senator is drawing online attacks — and inspiring legislation from former GOP gubernatorial nominee State Sen. Doug Mastriano. The Rainbow Room, a Planned Parenthood-sponsored LGBTQ youth center that’s been serving Bucks County teens for more than 20 years, hosted...
Conservative news network Newsmax dropped by DirecTV
Many right-wing media consumers got a surprise Wednesday morning when they turned on their televisions to find Newsmax was no longer on the air. The far-right-leaning cable station was cut from DirecTV’s lineup at midnight after negotiations between the satellite service and the media outlet fell apart. “On multiple occasions,...
State gives green light for new Bally’s mini-casino near Penn State University
The developer of a planned Bally’s mini-casino near Penn State University has been awarded a Category 4 slot machine license by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. SC Gaming OpCo LLC was awarded the license to construct a Category 4 casino in College Township, Centre County. The casino will be located...
Joe Guzzardi: Interior Department’s misguided ‘restoring America’ program
A week after Joe Biden became president, he signed Executive Order 14008, which announced his commitment to protect 30% of U.S. land and water — 41.5 million acres per year — by 2030. On May 6, 2021, the Department of the Interior published “Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful,” a...
Sewickley Academy students celebrate Lunar New Year
As Asian culture recognized the start of the Year of the Rabbit, students, faculty and staff at Sewickley Academy also celebrated Lunar New Year. During the Lower School’s morning assembly on Jan. 24, the students in PreK through fifth grades were treated to a special presentation and performance from the...
Penn State 2023 early look: Replacing Joey Porter Jr. is a tall task but the corner room will be feisty again
As cornerback rooms go, few were better than Penn State’s in 2002. The Nittany Lions’ top four combined for 43 pass breakups, six interceptions, eight tackles for loss, three forced fumbles and a fumble recovery. The play of the PSU corners was a major reason James Franklin’s team finished second...
Daniel Eichinger: When the DA’s office fails to fulfill its gatekeeping role
The Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office is in desperate need of an overhaul. As a public defender in Allegheny County for over 10 years — including several years managing and leading the office’s Trial Division — I witnessed the many systemic failures that plague the criminal justice system. One such...
Movie review: Cronenberg’s son continues heritage of film freakdom with ‘Infinity Pool’Video
Infinity pools are built as optical illusions, where water seemingly has no boundary, slipping into nothingness, bleeding into the horizon. There could be no better title for Brandon Cronenberg’s latest identity crisis-as-body horror film, “Infinity Pool,” which arrives hot on the heels of 2020’s “Possessor.” Set at a high-end all-inclusive...
Why do so many older adults choose Medicare Advantage?
In 2022, 48% of Medicare beneficiaries were enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans instead of original Medicare, and experts predict that number will be higher in 2023. Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private insurers and bundle Medicare benefits in a way many people find appealing — but they also limit...
Letter to the editor: RIP Jeff Beck and David Crosby
We recently lost two musical giants, Jeff Beck and David Crosby. RIP and thanks for the years and years of fantastic music. Rock ’n’ roll heaven just got so much better. The group “Dream Theater” said it best when they sang, “After we’re gone, the spirit carries on.” Mike Stehney...
Westmoreland happenings: Designer purse bash, safe driving class, stuffed chicken dinner, more
Submissions from nonprofit organizations for Briefly Speaking can be emailed to Carol Pinto-Smith at cpinto-smith@triblive.com or mailed to Briefly Speaking, 210 Wood St., Tarentum, PA 15084. Include a complete address and daytime phone number. Submissions are due at least two weeks before the event. Each announcement is printed once; there...
Letter to the editor: No reason to laud our public education system
The laudatory statement in Rich Askey’s letter “Thank those who educate our students” (Nov. 17, TribLIVE) was like the captain of the Titanic congratulating his staff and crew on the good job they were doing loading the lifeboats as the ship was sinking. He praises everyone associated with the Pennsylvania...
Editorial: Will Pittsburgh nonprofits pass a charity inspection?
In order to drive a car in Pennsylvania, you have to do more than pay your registration fee. You have to pass an inspection. The mechanic looks at your registration and insurance, but he also looks over the car itself. He makes sure it isn’t just legal but that it...
The Stroller, Jan. 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. Drive-thru Valentine meal to benefit Peoples Library Peoples Library will sponsor...
Letter to the editor: U.S. enemies are taking advantage
As our country continues to self destruct, our enemies are quietly taking advantage of our stupidity and lack of patriotism. We see Russia challenging us and our allies with their invasion of Ukraine. Russia is using Ukraine to test their newest military weapons. It has allegedly sabotaged the undersea gas...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 24, 2023
High schools WPIAL Basketball Boys Tuesday’s results Class 4A Section 2 Lincoln Park 79, Ambridge 40 Beaver 74, Hopewell 36 Central Valley 53, Blackhawk 49 Section 3 Uniontown 71, Albert Gallatin 31 Class 3A Section 1 Beaver Falls at New Brighton, (n) Neshannock 77, Ellwood City 53 Mohawk 61, Freedom...
Greensburg Central Catholic completes season sweep of Serra Catholic
The last time Greensburg Central Catholic and Serra Catholic met, the Centurions managed to escape with a two-point win Dec. 20. Tuesday night’s rematch featured a more lopsided result with the same team coming away victorious. Tyree Turner netted a game-high 24 points, Franco Alvarez poured in 23 and the...
