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West Newton Giant Eagle to remain open through 2024
Diane Mesiarik came out of the Giant Eagle supermarket in West Newton with a bag of groceries Tuesday morning and with the knowledge that she won’t have to drive several miles to a grocery store because the supermarket is remaining open, averting a planned closing on June 23. “It’s real...
Morning Roundup: 2 injured in gunfire in Pittsburgh’s Uptown
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Tuesday, June 13: 2 injured by gunfire in Pittsburgh’s Uptown A man and woman were shot Monday afternoon in Pittsburgh’s Uptown, authorities said. Pittsburgh police said they received a ShotSpotter alert indicating seven rounds were fired around 3:40 p.m....
Free dental exams at Hempfield Towers targets at-risk seniors
Greensburg area senior citizens can take advantage of a free dental clinic Tuesday at Hempfield Towers, a residence for senior citizens. The dental clinic from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. by United Concordia Dental will consist of exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments and oral cancer screenings, according to Highmark Wholecare, which...
The Stroller, June 13, 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. ‘The Big Bad Musical’ to be performed at Casino Theatre Armstrong...
How popular is Taylor Swift? It’s the 2023 version of Beatlemania
Taylor Swift is the biggest thing going in the entertainment industry. Turn on the TV or radio, scroll social media, listen to talk on the street, and there she is. Her ongoing Eras Tour is on track to become the highest-grossing tour ever by a female artist, with Billboard Boxscore...
Unity taps state fund to repave 7 roads
Unity is spending about $650,000 from its state road fund to repave portions of seven roads this summer. Derry Construction is slated to resurface Sharky’s and Beech drives — as well as Atlantis Drive, near Youngstown. The paving schedule also includes portions of Roskovensky and Cemetery roads and, at Wimmerton,...
Farmers lament potential losses as lack of rain impacts local crops
James Goldscheitter’s prayers were answered. The rain finally arrived. Now he and other local farmers are hoping the modest amount — and a forecast with a chance of rain Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday — is enough to boost their floundering crops. Rain that fell Sunday evening and continued into Monday...
Stan Savran tributes pour in from Pittsburgh teams, fans, colleagues
For the better part of the past five decades, on radio and television, Stan Savran provided some of the most insightful commentary on the Pittsburgh professional sports scene. Within hours of his death at age 76 on Monday, it became clear how far his voice had reached. In addition to...
Former North Allegheny Intermediate High School Principal hired as district superintendent
The North Allegheny School Board voted to hire former North Allegheny Intermediate High School Principal Brendan Hyland on Monday as the district’s superintendent despite concerns from some board members and members of the public that the search for a new leader had been rushed. In a 6-3 vote, the board...
Departing Plum superintendent brought pride back to district, school board president says
Superintendent Brendan Hyland is leaving the Plum School District better than he found it, according to the district’s school board president. The board is expected to accept Hyland’s resignation, effective June 30, at its meeting Tuesday night, a day after North Allegheny board members voted 6-3 to hire him as...
Greensburg police officer charged with assault resigns; vehicle replacements purchased
Greensburg will be looking for a new police officer following the resignation of a former dog handler who is awaiting trial on simple assault and harassment charges. Council on Monday approved the resignation of Kenneth J. Burke, 36, of Greensburg, who had been on unpaid leave while the charges against...
Class of ’23 graduates from Sewickley Academy
Sewickley Academy celebrated the Class of 2023 at a graduation ceremony June 9 in the school’s Rea Auditorium. Graduation included a welcome by Head of Senior School Jamie Nestor, followed by speeches from Head of School Ashley Birtwell; student body president Jayne Miner; and guest speaker from the Class of...
Western Pa. officials push for transition to electric vehicles, clean energy
Several Western Pennsylvania officials called Monday for a quick transition to electric vehicles and clean-energy generation. Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, State Sen. Lindsey Williams and other advocates held a news conference to express support for proposed federal vehicle standards that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said would aim to “accelerate...
Verona Bike Derby returns with special attractions
For the first time in four years, youngsters were able to ride their two-wheelers, have them checked for safety and enjoy some special attractions at the annual Verona Bike Derby. The landing of Allegheny Health Network’s Life Flight helicopter, for example, drew families to explore and learn more about it....
Arnold Council to consider decertifying 1 of 2 fire departments
Arnold Council may vote Tuesday to decertify one of the city’s two volunteer fire departments. A vote to decertify the No. 1 fire department will be on the council’s agenda, said Councilman George Hawdon, who is in charge of public safety. Hawdon declined to discuss details of the matter ahead...
Pittsburgh looks to place cap on zoning fees for large development projects
Pittsburgh City Council is expected to vote Tuesday on a proposal that would cap zoning fees at $40,000 for large developments. City Council already approved a new zoning fee schedule that includes a fee of 0.1% of a project’s cost for residential developments and a 0.3% fee for commercial developments....
Attorney contends client’s stay in Westmoreland prison may violate speedy trial rights
Attorneys are looking into whether the speedy trial rights of a woman accused of shooting her boyfriend in Penn Township were violated. Defense attorney Ken Noga argued Monday that he believes Leah H. Gillis, 34, of North Braddock has been held at the Westmoreland County Prison for 181 days. “We’re...
Pittsburgh population stable, outlying suburbs growing, per new census estimates
The greater Pittsburgh region is still declining, with suburbs closest to the city limits and the Mon Valley shrinking the most, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates. Still, new data breakdowns show a number of municipalities saw impressive growth and other surprises. The city of Pittsburgh’s population has remained stable...
Police say motorcycle club conflict results in injuries to 1 man along Route 30
An altercation between members of two motorcycle clubs Sunday left a man injured after state police said the suspect forced a motorcycle off Route 30 in Hempfield and fled the scene. Richard Lee Graham Jr., 27, of Hempfield is being held on $250,000 bail on charges of attempted homicide, aggravated...
Arnold woman accused of fatally shooting dog she recently adopted
An Arnold woman is accused of shooting and killing her dog on Sunday. Arnold police charged Susan Mullenax, 49, of Alcoa Drive with a felony count of aggravated cruelty to animals. She was arraigned Sunday and released from the Westmoreland County jail after a professional bondsman posted her $25,000 bail,...
Social media site Gab.com a hub for Pittsburgh synagogue shooter’s antisemitism, investigation showed
One by one, FBI tactical specialist Evan Browne read the posts. That Jews are evil. About sending Jews to the ovens. How Hitler was right. The hate-filled, antisemitic words and images were collected by agents from Robert Bowers’ posts on the alt-right social media platform Gab.com between Sept. 8 and...
Police still seeking 2 men in connection with fatal shooting in Jeannette
Two men with whom authorities want to talk in connection with a fatal shooting in Jeannette Friday remain at large. Westmoreland County District Attorney spokeswoman Melanie Jones said Monday that neither man had been captured and detectives and Jeannette Police were still trying to identify one of them. They are...
Pittsburgh’s URA awarding $2.4M in grants to revitalize commercial corridors hurt by pandemic
Pittsburgh’s Urban Redevelopment Authority is awarding more than $2.4 million in grant money to revitalize commercial corridors adversely affected by the covid-19 pandemic. The Avenues of Hope grants, funded with federal covid relief money, will go to 20 businesses across the city. The URA received 45 grant applications by the...
Pennsylvania average gas price down 28% from record high set 1 year ago
One year ago today, drivers in Pennsylvania were paying about $1.42 per gallon more for gas than they are now. On June 12, 2022, Pennsylvania recorded what remains its highest average price for regular unleaded gasoline — $5.07 per gallon, according to AAA. Today, the statewide average is $3.65, about...
Bullying, staff turnover among concerns by Highlands teachers to be presented to school board
The Highlands School Board will hear Monday night from the teachers union about concerns throughout the district, including bullying and turnover rate for staff. The Highlands Education Association plans to make a presentation during the board’s regular meeting at 7 p.m. It will be in person in the high school...
