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3 men accused of trafficking ‘mass amounts’ of fentanyl in Allegheny, Somerset
A yearlong investigation into drug trafficking in Allegheny and Somerset counties culminated Tuesday with charges being filed against three men who investigators say trafficked “mass amounts” of fentanyl in the counties. The investigation, overseen by the state Attorney General’s Office, recovered dozens of bricks of heroin and fentanyl and hundreds...
Trisha Gadson named CEO of Jefferson Regional Foundation
Trisha M. Gadson, Ph.D. has been appointed to the helm of the Jefferson Regional Foundation as its new chief executive officer. The foundation maintains assets of more than $107 million and is dedicated to investing in the health and vitality of the communities served by Jefferson Hospital in the South...
St. Barnabas Charities 5K features winners from Pittsburgh, Gibsonia
St. Barnabas Charities hosted its 31st Annual Free Care 5K on Aug. 6 at its Meridian Road Campus. Top honors go to first place finisher Lance Nicholls of Pittsburgh, crossing the finish line with a time of 15:41. Overall female winner was Michelle Murray, of Greenlawn, N.Y. with a time...
Gateway Clipper cruises on Allegheny River in Freeport slated for Oct. 1
After a sold-out Gateway Clipper cruise in Armstrong County last year, the county’s tourism agency is offering three Allegheny River cruises on Oct. 1. Tickets for cruises lasting several hours aboard the clipper fleet’s Princess are selling fast, said Experience Armstrong, Inc. Director Cheyenne Filous. As of Tuesday, the sightseeing...
Woman killed in Cecil fire identified
A woman killed in a house fire early Tuesday in Cecil was identified by the Washington County Coroner. Rose Churray, 81, was pronounced dead after a fire at her home along Swihart Road. Emergency crews from six companies responded to the home just before 5:30 a.m. after a passerby observed...
Allegheny Township winery officially hits market for just under $1 million
Wooden Door Winery in Allegheny Township is officially on the market. Owners Jeff and Chrissy Pollick announced they were selling their flagship winery in June, but the property wasn’t officially listed for sale then, and an asking price was not disclosed. The barn-themed winery at 4087 Greenwood Road in Allegheny...
Peters Township event benefits Always B Smiling activity center
As she spoke to a substantial crowd of people gathered on a bright Sunday morning, Kristin Huibregtse had difficulty holding back tears. “I know Bennett’s smiling down at all of this,” the South Fayette resident said, “and I’m just so happy and just love everybody here.” The occasion was the...
Body recovered from Allegheny River near Acrisure Stadium
A body was found in the Allegheny River near Acrisure Stadium early Tuesday, authorities said. Pittsburgh Public Safety officials confirmed that river rescue responded to the North Shore area at about 7:10 a.m. and recovered a body. The identification and cause of death will come from the Allegheny County Medical...
Phoenix Theatres 18 closing in North Versailles
A North Versailles movie theater that’s served as a town hub for several decades will close in September. The final day for movies at Phoenix Theatres 18, which sits along Lincoln Highway, will be Labor Day. “We know many people have memories of coming to the theatre on dates, family...
Experts to discuss spotted lanternfly invasion at North Park
Penn State Extension is hosting a meeting about the invasive and destructive spotted lanternfly in the region at 9:30 a.m. Aug. 22 at the lodge in North Park. Populations of the spotted lanternfly, the invasive plant hopper from Asia, have skyrocketed in Allegheny County: From Jan. 1 to July 11,...
Woodland Hills food service workers approve strike authorization
Woodland Hills School District food service workers voted to strike if a new contract isn’t reached soon. Workers have been without a contract since July 1. Members of the Woodland Hills Cafeteria Education Support Personnel (WHCESP) on Monday approved a strike authorization if negotiations fail during an upcoming meeting on...
Hampton School Board schedules special meeting
Hampton Township School Board will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. Aug. 18 in the Middle School Auditorium. The meeting will be an opportunity for the community to hear an update on the progress of the Hampton High School renovation project. The school district’s plans for the first day...
Back in business: Salad bars, buffets bounce back after pandemic restrictions
Takeout orders and outdoor seating helped some traditional sit-down restaurants survive during months of pandemic restrictions starting in 2019. But, for self-serve, buffet-style eateries, the choices were limited. During the pandemic, Jaden’s Catering in Monroeville offered individually packaged meals, but owner Javid Shojaie said “people didn’t recognize us as a...
The Stroller, Aug. 16, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your 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 15068. Please include a daytime telephone number. Dogs and owners welcome at annual HOPE Center fundraiser The annual Mutts,...
Woman shot in leg in Homestead
A woman was shot late Monday in Homestead, according to Allegheny County Police. Officers responded at about 10:30 p.m. to the 1200 block of Sarah Street where they found an adult woman with a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was treated at the scene and was in stable...
River Jam to bring 5 bands to Aspinwall park
Five bands will take part in River Jam at 5 p.m. Aug. 25 at Allegheny RiverTrail Park in Aspinwall. The Jam will feature The Cedar Run Band, The Compadres, The John Vento Trio, The Untouchables and Asphalt Rodeo. Voluntary donations are requested. Proceeds will benefit Allegheny RiverTrail Park and The...
Building the Valley: Cindy’s Soft Serve and Hometown Food serves up good vibes in Tarentum
A Tarentum diner is offering “good vibes only” through its homestyle cooking and friendly conversation. Cindy’s Soft Serve and Hometown Food, at 309 E. Fourth St., is a 1950s-style eatery with menu items named as an homage to the Alle-Kiski Valley. There’s the Red Cat, a burger with fries and...
Historical marker honors early Unity farmer, Congressman, Whiskey Rebellion mediator
Editor’s note: ‘What’s That?’ is a recurring feature in the Tribune-Review’s Westmoreland Plus edition. If there’s something you’d like to see explored here, send an email to gtrcity@triblive.com When asked to name famous people who called the Latrobe area home, many would mention golfing legend Arnie Palmer or Fred Rogers,...
‘That’s how we remember it’: Legend of Drowning Fish endures as Bethel Park brewery marks 1st anniversary
So, two guys walk into a bar with a talking fish. Then they all decide to open a brewery together. “We say that’s a true story,” Pleasant Hills resident Don Tomino said. “We were drinking a little bit that day, but that’s how we remember it.” He and Mike Ameel...
3 people killed in Armstrong County crash identified
State police have identified the three people killed after a head-on crash Monday in Hovey Township, just north of Parker in Armstrong County. They are Holly Tweed, 37, of Butler; Lindsay Scott, 24, of Bruin; and Jason Redenbach, 39, of Butler. None were wearing a seat belt, according to police....
Police: Man stabbed in workplace dispute in Pittsburgh
A man was stabbed Monday afternoon in a workplace dispute with a co-worker in Pittsburgh’s Larimer neighborhood, city police said. The man was reported hospitalized in critical condition with a stab wound in the abdomen, Pittsburgh police said. The man, who was not identified, was found around noon in the...
Franklin Regional hires new assistant superintendent, assistant high school principal
Franklin Regional school board members filled a couple of the positions left open after the departure of several administrators in the past few months. School directors approved a new assistant superintendent and assistant high school principal, following the resignations of Robin Pynos and Ted Benning, respectively. Matthew Delp joins the...
Report: 3-year-old treated after accidentally being served alcohol at Monroeville restaurant
A 3-year-old child was treated at a hospital after accidentally being served alcohol at a Monroeville restaurant, according to a report from Tribune-Review news partner WPXI. The mother of the child said the incident happened at the Saga Hibachi restaurant in Monroeville when the chef squirted sake into the little...
Rain barrel workshop planned for Irwin
Irwin area residents who want to capture rainwater and use it for their garden, lawn or flowers, can learn how to make and use a rain barrel in a workshop conducted by a Penn State Extension educator from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 24 at the Irwin Public Works building,...
Hempfield Area policy change would expand parents’ role in review of challenged books
Changes under consideration by the Hempfield Area School Board would expand the role parents play in the review of challenged course material and library books. Board members have begun tweaking the review process, continuing a monthlong conversation that began after parents challenged two books available to high school students. “What...
