Western PA Local News category, Page 1296
Out & About: Derby-themed event benefits Redstone Highlands benevolent care
It almost looked like Kentucky Derby day as more than 300 guests in stylish headgear filed into Stratigos Banquet Center in North Huntingdon on Saturday evening. In a way, that’s what it was. Derby Dreams was the theme for the signature Highlands Fling fundraiser held annually for Redstone Highlands Seniorcare....
Vandergrift Lions Club member’s volunteer efforts help those in need of medical supplies
A West Leechburg man has gone above and beyond in his volunteer efforts to help people when their health circumstances make mobility difficult. Robb Yasczak, 46, has been a member of the Vandergrift Lions Club for almost 20 years. He is a co-organizer of the Lions’ gently used hospital supplies...
Murrysville duck race benefits boat racing team of breast-cancer survivorsVideo
Ducks swimming in Turtle Creek are not that uncommon. More than 700 of them all in one group, though? That doesn’t happen much. Members of the Pittsburgh Hearts of Steel breast cancer support group and boat-racing team were hosting a duck-race fundraiser Sunday afternoon at Duff Park in Murrysville. “It’s...
Man found shot to death in vehicle in Wilkinsburg
Police are investigating a fatal shooting overnight in Wilkinsburg. Allegheny County Police Department say that a 58-year-old man was found shot to death in his vehicle. At 12:15 a.m. Monday morning, 911 said that there was a report of a shooting in the 1000 block of Maple Street, according to...
Woman rescued from Mt. Washington hillside
A woman was rescued after she fell about 20 feet down a Mt. Washington hillside on Sunday, Pittsburgh police said. According to a report from the police, the woman had been bicycling along East Sycamore Street when she struck a median and tumbled down the hill and became stuck. Pittsburgh...
Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Race 5K postponed until 2023
A popular local road race has been postponed until summer. The Red Kettle Race 5K, sponsored by the Brackenridge Salvation Army, was scheduled for November but now is pushed back, likely until June. Dave Bender, captain of the center along Brackenridge Avenue, cited logistics and scheduling issues but said the...
2 injured in shooting on South Side
Two people were injured in a shooting on Pittsburgh’s South Side late Sunday, according to Pittsburgh police. At 9:14 p.m., officers received a Spotshotter alert on the 90th block of South 10th Street, according to a report from Pittsburgh Public Safety. Police said they determined the shots came from a...
Experts: Fetterman’s health unlikely to impact the Pa. Senate race
Tuesday night’s debate between Democratic Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman and Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz will be the first and only meeting of the two candidates before the Nov. 8 election. Its outcome could go a long way in deciding who wins a seat that political pundits say could determine...
Community festivals, events increase exposure for local merchants
Mary Wilmes usually closes up her Greensburg gift shop, Penelope’s, at 5 p.m. But when there’s a Greensburg Night Market event, she is open until 9. It makes for a long day, but she says it’s worth it. “It’s been very, very good. It brings a lot of people to town,”...
Oakmont, Plum, Verona happenings, week of Oct. 24, 2022
Halloween events scheduled Verona Chamber of Commerce’s annual Halloween Parade begins at 11 a.m. Oct. 29 at Railroad Park. The same day, a fall festival organized by the Oakmont Chamber of Commerce is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Allegheny River Boulevard in Oakmont, rain or shine. A...
In brief: Psychic fair, Thanksgiving reunion luncheon and more in Penn Hills, Verona
Thanksgiving reunion luncheon Kerr Presbyterian Church, located at 157 Bridge St. in Verona, will hold a Thanksgiving homecoming/reunion luncheon on Nov. 13. Service begins at 11 a.m., followed by the luncheon. RSVP at 412-793-5508 or kerrchurch.com by Nov. 4. Psychic fair 3 Rivers Psychic Fair, the newest psychic fair in...
In brief: Fall harvest party, trick or treat and more in Pine, Richland
Fall Harvest Party Bakerstown Alliance Church is hosting a free fall harvest party for families in the community from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 29 at the church pavilion. The church is located at 4030 Bakerstown Road in Gibsonia. Enjoy a night of fun planned for the entire family. During the two-hour...
In brief: Upcoming meetings, Halloween parade and more around Sewickley area
Leet meetings planned Leet Civil Service Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 8 at the township building, 194 Ambridge Ave. Leet Board of Commissioners will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 at the township building. Meeting agendas and more information about township activities can be found at leettownship.org. Leetsdale...
Monroeville area happenings, week of Oct. 24, 2022
Diamante Trìo performs at library The Diamante Trìo with vocalist Lilly Abreu will perform from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 1 in the Gallery Space at Monroeville Public Library, 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd. Members of the trio are Mary Beth Malek (clarinet), Paula Tuttle (cello) and Juan Jaramillo (violin), with...
Chartiers Valley-Carnegie area real estate transactions, week of Oct. 24, 2022
Bridgeville Ralinda Miller sold property at 285 St. Clair St. to Nicole Critelli for $125,000. Collier Maronda Homes LLC sold property at 2614 Arno Drive to Eric Robert and Taylor Joy Lynch for $578,166. Maronda Homes Inc. sold property at 2627 Arno Drive to Shea Waldron for $702,488. Maronda Homes...
Chartiers Valley area happenings, week of Oct. 24, 2022
Bridgeville budget meeting Bridgeville Borough Council will hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. Nov. 7 in council chambers and virtually via www.zoom.us (Meeting ID: 7328600080, Password: 032445) or by conference call at 1-646-558-8656. The purpose of the meeting is to review and discuss the proposed 2023 budget and general...
In brief: Halloween events, Lite Up Night set in Shaler
Trunk or Treat Hampton Presbyterian Church will hold a Trunk or Treat from 2-4 p.m. Oct. 29 in the lower parking lot and adjoining field. This event is open to the community. Adults: Decorate the backs of your cars for Halloween, load up on candy, and come to the HPC...
Bethel Park happenings, week of Oct. 24, 2022
Ruthfred Acres meeting The Ruthfred Acres Woman’s Club will hold its next regular meeting on Nov. 8 at Crowne Plaza Suites Pittsburgh South, 164 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park. Lunch is at noon. The program, “Pittsburgh on Your Plate,” will be presented by author Joanne Niehl. “Pittsburgh on Your Plate”...
In brief: Fall leaf collection, vendor show and more in the South Hills
Craft & vendor show The Brentwood Lions Club will hold a craft and vendor show at St. Sylvester’s Church Hall from noon-3 p.m. Nov. 6. Get a jump start on holiday shopping while supporting the Lions. Vendor spots are $25 and can be obtained by calling Julie at 412-370-6588. Leaf...
In brief: Trick or treat times, rotary scholarship and more in Ross, West View
Sealarks Women’s Group Sealarks Women’s Group will meet at 1 p.m. Nov. 9 at Memorial Park Church, 8800 Peebles Road, McCandless. The group provides Christian fellowship and social activity for women alone – widowed, divorced or never married. All women alone are welcome to attend and consider joining the group....
The Stroller, Oct. 24, 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 a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Tarentum to celebrate at Boo Festival The Tarentum Boo Festival will...
Community meetings set in search for next Pittsburgh police chief
Beth Pittinger thinks about Pittsburgh Police’s next chief and sees a world of opportunity. The director of the Citizens Police Review Board believes retired Chief Scott Schubert’s successor, who Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey plans to appoint after a national search, could be a beacon for accountability. “It would need to...
Braddock man who served 18 years for crime he didn’t commit struggled to find his way after release
Drew Whitley spent more than 6,000 days incarcerated for a crime he didn’t commit. Just 33 when he entered Pennsylvania’s Department of Corrections in 1989 for the killing of a woman who worked at a McDonald’s restaurant in Duquesne, Whitley was 50 years old by the time DNA evidence cleared...
Witches ride bicycle broomsticks for Ligonier animal-charity eventVideo
There were witches dancing in the woods in Ligonier on Sunday afternoon. But there was no need to call the police. In fact, a couple of local officers were already there, taking photos with “witches” arriving at the sixth Ligonier Witches Bike Brigade. The event draws hundreds of participants dressed...
No nails in this 18th century Windsor-style chair
One thing is missing from a Windsor-style chair that is on display at the Westmoreland Historical Society’s education center. “This is really very primitive. There’s no nails,” said Joanna T. Moyar, collections manager. The wooden chair, made in the late 18th century, is connected to Fort Walthour in North Huntingdon...
