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Woman sentenced to probation in Irwin stabbing
An Irwin woman was ordered Thursday to spend two years on probation in connection with a stabbing earlier this year. Lori Jo Olsen, 53, pleaded guilty to a count of simple assault. An attempted homicide charge previously was withdrawn. She completed a drug and alcohol evaluation and is continuing mental...
Plane goes off runway at Rostraver Airport
Firefighters and a hazardous materials team were called to Rostraver Airport Thursday for a report of a plane that went off the end of the runway, according to a county 911 dispatcher. The call for assistance went out about 3:50 p.m. Westmoreland County Airport Authority Executive Director Gabe Monzo said...
Kennywood’s Steel Curtain and Thunderbolt reopen after repairs
The Steel Curtain is up and running again alongside the Thunderbolt after a temporary closure at the beginning of the summer, park officials said Thursday. “We have appreciated our guests’ patience while we worked closely with the ride’s manufacturer on additional maintenance for this one of a kind ride,” Kennywood...
The Carnegie Carnegie: many things to many people
We first met in October when I introduced myself as the new music hall director at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall. At that time, I told you about my daily journey through two tunnels and a bridge while commuting from Swissvale to Carnegie. I promised that our...
Altmeyer’s chain files for bankruptcy after 81 years; all locations closed
Altmeyer’s, a family-owned retail home goods chain that started in the basement of a New Kensington tavern 81 years ago and grew to multiple locations in the region, has filed for bankruptcy. The company’s board of directors on Sunday, July 10, authorized its president, Robert Altmeyer, who is the grandson...
Attorneys for accused Tree of Life shooter argue against jury death penalty qualification
Attorneys for accused Tree of Life synagogue shooter Robert Bowers on Thursday made another run at sparing him the possibility of the death penalty, this time arguing that qualifying jurors to consider death will create a jury that is inherently biased toward conviction and capital punishment. In the 80-page motion,...
In brief: News from North Park, Shaler, Gibsonia, McCandless
Azure Family Concerts Autism Pittsburgh will host a concert by the Rick Laus Jazz Band from 2-3 p.m. on Aug. 7 at the Harmar shelter in North Park. Azure Family Concerts Pittsburgh is a program of Autism Pittsburgh to foster community for people with autism by presenting interactive concerts in...
Murrysville area: Library resource fair, Fairview Park picnic, baseball history program and more
Library will host resource fair The Murrysville Community Library will host an Aug. 16 resource fair, “Cookies & Community,” from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the library, 4130 Sardis Road. Community members can stop by, help celebrate the library’s 100th anniversary and visit with area organizations and businesses that will have tables...
Bradford Woods Conservancy to host storytelling events
The Bradford Woods Conservancy will host its annual storytelling event at the Reserve in Bradford Woods on Friday night July 29 at 7 p.m. People are advised to come a few minutes early as the group will be making s’mores before storytelling around a campfire. People should bring a chair...
Detectives allege investment counselor bilked $135K from South Huntingdon widow
A Fayette County man is accused of bilking an 82-year-old South Huntingdon widow out of $135,000. Steven A. Hoffman, 46, of Fayette City was supposed to be investing the money for her since 2015, according to court documents. Hoffman was arraigned this week on charges of theft, dealing in proceeds...
Blawnox officials appoint new junior councilperson
Blawnox Council has appointed its newest junior councilperson. Jacob Anthikad, 16, was sworn in by council President Deborah Laskey on July 13. The Fox Chapel Area High School junior said he was grateful for the opportunity to learn more about how his community government works. “It was exciting to be...
Beltzhoover man shot ex-girlfriend through window of her Clairton home, police say
A Beltzhoover man spent Wednesday harassing his ex-girlfriend via text and through phone calls before he opened fire through the window of her Clairton home, according to charges filed Thursday. Timothy Wallace, 37, is charged with attempted homicide, aggravated assault, reckless endangerment and weapons charges. The shooting happened shortly after...
Emergency response at Monroeville Council meeting commended
On July 12, Monroeville council members congratulated the quick actions of Councilman Eric Poach and police Chief Doug Cole when a local resident collapsed at the previous week’s Citizen’s Night meeting. Thanks to their timely response of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and contacting emergency authorities, the resident is back at home and...
Quecreek Mine rescue anniversary events begin Saturday
Several activities are planned starting this weekend leading up to the 20th anniversary of the Quecreek Mine rescue. The plans include a car cruise and celebrations at the Somerset County rescue site, among others. The events will commemorate the rescue of nine miners after they accidentally broke into an abandoned...
Poppin’ Tags Free Store in West Deer to hold Christmas in July event
Christmas is coming early to West Deer — really early — with the Poppin’ Tags Free Store’s Christmas in July event. A large selection of Christmas items will be free to pick up Monday, July 25. Customers will be able to choose from lights, figurines and other holiday decorations. Larger...
Norwin area: Community picnic, movie night
Norwin Community Picnic planned A picnic and vendor area, food trucks, a bake sale, free children’s activities and game booths operated by local nonprofits will be among the many activities at the annual Norwin Community Picnic at Irwin Park on Aug. 3 beginning at 3 p.m. There will be games...
Penn-Trafford area: Church festival, chicken barbecue, seniors meet
Trafford church holding festival St. Regis Parish in Trafford is planning a free two-day community parish festival with food, games and music from 6 to 10 p.m. July 22 and 23 on the church grounds at 517 Homewood Ave. Manor Lions plan chicken barbecue Manor Lions Club will be holding...
From boxed brownies to ‘double stuffed’ cookies: Irwin resident opens cookie shop in Penn Township
Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, Sara Sherbondy’s baking never ventured beyond boxed brownies. While scrolling through her Instagram feed in March 2020, however, Sherbondy noticed a culinary trend that intrigued her: deluxe cookies. This interest kick-started a period of research and expansion of her baking skills. Before she knew it,...
Sewickley native saves 5 in Alaska river rescue
Sewickley native Will Harbison, a guide on the Taiya River in Alaska, saved five people after an emergency call to his colleague’s radio on June 5. While preparing for the day at the river’s port, Harbison received word of a minor accident regarding a guest on Chilkat Guides Ltd., another...
Penn Township discusses line painting, road sealing projects
The Penn Township Board of Commissioners discussed line painting and shot-and-chip projects at Wednesday’s caucus meeting. Township secretary/manager Mary Perez said the 2022 line painting project includes only one road that is not normally repainted each year, Baughman Road. “These are the typical roads that need done every year to...
Historic Herbst House in Sewickley may be coming down
The Herbst House, a former Catholic school, convent and private residence along Broad Street in Sewickley, may soon be demolished after standing for more than 137 years. Divine Redeemer Parish officials want to raze the property in the historic district due to safety concerns. The parish includes St. James Church...
Pittsburgh City Council tweaks redistricted maps as finalization nears
Pittsburgh City Council on Wednesday amended redistricted council maps so that the Polish Hill and Bon Air neighborhoods would remain in their existing districts. The nine-member Reapportionment Advisory Committee — formed in late September — drew up a proposed map based on the 2020 census. Their map aimed to ensure...
Worship services, vacation bible school and more at Sewickley area churches
Fairmount Presbyterian Church Fairmount Presbyterian Church offers Sunday School: 9 a.m. on Sundays. Worship service takes place on Sundays at 10 a.m. Wednesday prayer is offered at 6:30 p.m. Fairmount is celebrating its 200-year anniversary this year. It was founded in 1822 and has been serving God and the community...
The Stroller, July 14, 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. Arnold church to mark feast of St. Vladimir St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic...
1 dead in Hill District shooting
A shooting left one man dead early Thursday in Pittsburgh’s Hill District, authorities said. A passerby initially believed the man, who was in the driver’s seat of a vehicle near Fifth Avenue and Vine Street in Crawford-Roberts, was overdosing. The passerby administered the overdose-reversal drug Narcan and called 911 shortly...
