Western PA Local News category, Page 13
In brief: Happenings from across the Shaler Journal area
Millvale mourns death of longtime police officer William Fishinger, a Millvale police officer for 28 years, died Saturday, April 4. He was 78. “Anyone who lived, worked or visited Millvale in the 1970s, ’s and early ’s had the honor of knowing Officer William Fishinger. He always had a commanding...
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
To have your news or event listed in our briefs section, email editor Marje Horvath at mhorvath@triblive.com. Helpers sought to tend to Sharpsburg’s vegetable garden The Sharpsburg Neighborhood Organization is in need of volunteers to help with the Sharpsburg Market Garden at 124 13th Street. The goal is to raise...
Man who sold fatal fentanyl to North Fayette teen pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter
An Aliquippa man will serve 2½ to 6 years in state prison after pleading guilty on Monday to involuntary manslaughter for giving a 15-year-old fentanyl that led to her death. Shakeirs Foster, 29, was charged last year after the death of Mia Pepper of North Fayette. He pleaded guilty on...
Weeklong march for immigrant rights ends with relief, calls for closure of Moshannon centerVideo
As he labored his way through the final stretch of a trek to the largest immigration detention center in the Northeast, Jaime Martinez said he felt “sobered” by his destination. “We’re walking to a place where people can’t walk free,” he told TribLive on the side of a country road...
Pittsburgh region flirting with record highs, lows later this week
A warm week is ahead for the Pittsburgh region, with chances for breaking records for high temperatures and warmest low temperatures. High temperatures are expected to increase from 74 degrees on Monday to 84 degrees by Saturday, National Weather Service meteorologist Colton Milcarek said. Temperatures are expected to be 20...
Pittsburgh Brewing hosts ‘Shake Yinz Booties’ fundraiser
It’s last call for tickets to the 25th annual “Shake Yinz Booties” gala, hosted at Pittsburgh Brewing Company in East Deer. The event by The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh was re-titled from “Shake Your Booties” this year to focus on all things black-and-gold in honor of the anniversary. It is...
Man rescued from hillside near Emsworth Lock and Dam
A fisherman was rescued after being trapped on the riverbank near the Emsworth Lock and Dam late Saturday. Emsworth Volunteer Fire Company posted to Facebook that crews responded at 9:45 p.m. and found an elderly man about 20 feet over the hillside on rocky ground. The incident happened near Pittsburgh...
81-year-old Verona man charged with arson
An 81-year-old Verona man admitted to starting a fire Thursday that damaged a vacant house not far from his own home, borough police allege in court filings. Verona police charged Ricardo Vantine on Friday with arson and criminal mischief. According to a criminal complaint, police used video surveillance to identify...
Macy’s at Pittsburgh Mills announces closing date
Two weeks remain for shoppers of the Macy’s at Pittsburgh Mills. The company announced that April 26 will be closing day for the Frazer store, which opened in 2005. The location is among 150 that the New York City-based company plans to close this year. A video posted to Facebook...
Morning Roundup: Pittsburgh police detective attacked by dog; fire in Baldwin
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Sunday, April 12: Pittsburgh officer bitten by dog during pursuit A Pittsburgh police detective was bitten by a dog during a foot pursuit Saturday in the city’s Knoxville section. The dog was subsequently shot and killed, authorities said. Officers...
Washington Township hires new police officer, gets his police dog as part of the deal
For the first time, Washington Township will have a police dog as part of its police department. On Thursday, District Justice Jason Buczak swore in new Patrolman Dylan Keffer and his police dog, a German shepherd named Dirk, during the township supervisors’ meeting. Supervisors Chairman Rich Gardner confirmed Dirk is...
The Stroller, April 12, 2026: 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. May 9 luncheon to...
Seton Hill, Point Park, CCAC to bolster initiatives to help parents earn degrees
It’s difficult for someone with a child at home to enter or return to college. Tuition costs seemingly keep increasing. Reliable child care is tricky to lock down. And navigating a work-life-family-school balance is a challenging juggling act. “The burden has become on the side of the colleges — in...
Colleges attract nontraditional students given upcoming enrollment cliffVideo
Jessica Wheeler isn’t joking when she says she’s old enough to be the mother of her fellow students at Pennsylvania Western University’s California campus. Her daughter, Alivia, is also a student at PennWest California. Jessica, 43, graduates in May with a bachelor’s degree in secondary English education. Alivia, 20, is...
Iron City Distilling prepares for 3rd whiskey release, book signing
Iron City Distilling is hosting two releases today, combining the launch of its third Bessemer Rye Single Barrel release with a book signing by Master Distiller Matt Strickland. The third single barrel release is available in the East Deer distillery’s gift shop. No bottles will be sold online. “Crafted entirely...
Port Authority Police investigating rowdy bus fight among juveniles
An apparent fight among juveniles on board a Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus Friday is under investigation, authorities said. A video circulating online shows a number of people shouting and punching each other. It is unclear if there were any injuries or if charges are pending. Port Authority Police are investigating...
New map details features for NFL Draft on North Shore, Point State Park
A new detailed map shows where various features will be set up for the NFL draft around Acrisure Stadium on the North Shore and at Point State Park. The map is available on the NFL One Pass app, which is needed for free entry for the draft, April 23-25. The...
Love of music celebrated at 20th annual Three Rivers Community Band FestivalVideo
A new band assembled, rehearsed, performed and disbanded within hours Saturday — all for the love of community music. The 2026 Festival Band, made up of more than 100 musicians from 62 musical groups from around the region, was the lead performance for the 20th annual Three Rivers Community Band...
Greensburg Diocese Bishop Kulick says peace doesn’t have to be political
Taylor Stuart said she considered the prayer vigil for peace held Saturday at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral in Greensburg a grassroots movement that could rally people toward change. “The pope can’t tell each and every one of us what to do,” she said. “It’s important for me to hear it in...
Franklin Regional student team raises more than $157K for blood cancer researchVideo
When Liam Murphy, Ryland Kase and Jenna Munkittrick were trying to determine the best way to raise money for blood cancer research, they had a solid role model. Their classmate Luca Bertucci was a member of the Blood Cancer United Student Visionaries program. After raising $40,200 — the most money...
Morning Roundup: Police seeking man for indecent exposure; gun flashed at PPS student
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Saturday, April 11: Police seeking man after alleged indecent exposure Pittsburgh police are seeking help from the public to locate a man accused of exposing himself in the city’s Uptown section. The incident happened April 8 at the Shell...
McDonald martial arts teacher accused of sexual assault on young teen
A martial arts teacher from McDonald is accused of sexually assaulting a young teenage girl on multiple occasions at a West Hills studio, according to Allegheny County Police. Steve Burnisky, 22, was arrested Friday and taken to Allegheny County Jail in Pittsburgh. He faces felony charges of involuntary deviate sexual...
Alle-Kiski Senior Citizen News: April 11, 2026
Armstrong County Senior Centers Apollo Tuesday: 10:30 a.m., “A Look at the Past 200 Years” with Apollo Historical Society. Hours: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays. Details: Charlotte at 800-368-1066 or Amy at 724-478-1410. The center is at 707A N. Fifth St., Apollo. Freeport Tuesdays and Thursdays: bingo. The center...
Pittsburgh students tour NFL Draft stage build, explore careers in trades
Pittsburgh-area high school students studying carpentry will get to learn more about the trade on the city’s biggest stage. Students from seven area high schools or career technology centers plan a visit Wednesday to the city’s North Shore to get a tour of the stage building and preparations for the...
Restored semi from ‘Knight Rider’ to travel from Butler to Philadelphia area for unveilingVideo
The black T-top with the swooshing red light in its nose and a sometimes-snarky AI wasn’t the only vehicle featured on the 1980s television series “Knight Rider.” A black tractor-trailer with a long-nose cab, marked with gold trim and a knight chess piece, was prominently featured as the mobile unit...
