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Fayette County coroner called to scene of fire at 2-story home in Uniontown
The Fayette County Coroner was dispatched to the scene of a fire that broke out in Uniontown late on Saturday morning. The fire along Ellwood Avenue was reported at 11:32 a.m. in a two-story structure, according to a county 911 supervisor. No other injuries were reported, the supervisor said. Multiple...
14th PA Hero Walk for veterans in need ends statewide trek in Lower Burrell
Spending two weeks walking across the state for the 14th annual PA Hero Walk gives you plenty of time to think, said Travis Reesman after he and five other military veterans were met by an honor guard at the Lower Burrell VFW on Saturday. But the 28-year-old from Kittanning said...
New partnership development director brings ‘exuberance’ to Go Laurel Highlands
When it comes to her career, Kelli Brisbane’s priority is creating an impact in the community. The former executive director for Animal Friends of Westmoreland, Brisbane has been named the partnership development director of Go Laurel Highlands — a destination marketing organization based in Ligonier that seeks to bring tourism...
Taking flight: Competitors from across the U.S., Canada in Pittsburgh for Pogopalooza
They say it’s like flying. “They” are athletes who jump on a pogo stick and spring into the air — reaching heights of eight to 10 feet and sometimes higher. There was some flying happening Friday night at the 21st annual Pogopalooza — the world championships of pogo stick jumping...
Air Quality Action Day alert issued for Southwestern Pa.
The National Weather Service and state Department of Environmental Protection have issued an air quality alert for Saturday in several Southwestern Pennsylvania counties, including Westmoreland and Allegheny. The alert also impacts Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette and Washington counties. The Code Orange Air Quality Action Day alert was prompted by conditions...
Gunfire on Pittsburgh’s South Side sends 3 to hospital
An altercation on Pittsburgh’s South Side early Saturday resulted in gunfire that wounded three female victims, according to city police. Police responded to ShotSpotter alerts for multiple shots fired shortly after 3:30 a.m. on South 12th Street, between East Carson and Sarah streets. Soon after, one of the victims arrived...
Pittsburgh man arrested after 3 wounded, officer shot during gunfire in Knoxville
A Pittsburgh man is under arrest after, police say, he shot a police officer after fleeing another shooting scene. Julian Reese-Krasausky, 21, of Pittsburgh’s Elliot neighborhood was arrested after a foot chase into Mount Oliver, according to police. Reese-Krasausky is accused of shooting a pursuing officer. The bullet struck the...
The Stroller, June 25, 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. Saxonburg Fireman’s Carnival opens Tuesday The Saxonburg Volunteer Fireman’s Carnival will be...
Take care when handling fireworks
Fireworks are a staple of many Independence Day celebrations, and state and health officials are warning people to be careful when handling them. Fireworks are not toys, said Acting State Fire Commissioner Charles McGarvey. “First and foremost, we want people to understand the risks, how to properly handle fireworks and...
News from the Fox Chapel Area School District
The Dorseyville Middle School Philharmonic and Sinfonia orchestras earned high ratings at the High Note Music Festival. Both orchestras were rated Superior, and the groups received trophies for their performances. The festival was held May 27 at Kennywood Park and Duquesne University. The Dorseyville Middle School Philharmonic Orchestra includes 50...
Franklin Park offers community gardens to residents
Franklin Park’s new community gardens give residents an opportunity to grow their own vegetables or plants in a public space, thanks in part to last year’s junior council person Jackie DiGiacomo. The gardens, located across from Linbrook Park off Big Sewickley Creek Road, officially opened June 14. Residents could apply...
Hundreds in Pittsburgh protest abortion rulingVideo
Chants of “My body, my choice,” “Stand up, fight back,” “Vote” and “Free, safe and legal” rang out through Downtown Pittsburgh Friday evening as several hundred people took to the streets to protest the Supreme Court’s reversal of Roe v. Wade. The court’s 6-3 ruling puts the abortion issue back...
Abortion decision will lead some to question Supreme Court legitimacy, experts say
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the 50-year precedent that was Roe v. Wade and roll back abortion rights in this country could cause many Americans to question the court’s legitimacy, legal experts and constitutional scholars said Friday. The scholars said nothing has changed in American jurisprudence to lead...
$121M project set to begin at Route 51 interchange in Rostraver
The reconstruction of the Interstate 70 and Route 51 interchange in Rostraver has the distinction of being the highest-dollar-value project ever bid in PennDOT’s District 12. Golden Triangle Construction Co. in Oakdale was the winning bidder at $120.6 million. Work has gotten underway, but the impact for motorists will be minimal...
Pittsburgh councilman to introduce legislation that would protect abortion access in city
Legislation expected to be introduced to Pittsburgh City Council next week aims to preserve abortion access in the city if Pennsylvania bans abortions. Councilman Bobby Wilson, a Democrat from Spring Hill, sponsored three separate bills hours after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, deciding that Americans do not...
Gateway School Board adopts budget with 4.1% tax increase
Gateway School Board on June 21 adopted the 2022-23 budget of $92.5 million, reflecting a 5.61% increase from the last school year’s spending plan. As a result of the increase, the district’s real estate tax rate will increase by 4%, to 21.7479 mills. This equates to approximately $2.17 on each...
Funerals for Westmoreland County’s unclaimed veterans moved to larger venue
Funeral services next month for 15 veterans whose remains sat unclaimed at the Westmoreland County Coroner’s Office will be relocated to Hempfield Park to accommodate a larger-than-expected crowd. Officials said there has been an “overwhelming response” from the community to attend the ceremony. Coroner Tim Carson said Friday he expects...
Some religious leaders laud abortion ruling, others say choice is needed in ‘morally responsible circumstances’
Jeanne K.C. Clark can remember a time when women were forced to resort to drastic measures before the 1973 Supreme Court ruling of Roe v. Wade gave them a constitutional right to abortion. “Women had to travel,” said Clark, of Shadyside. “There were doctors who did abortions, some of them...
Medical examiner identifies Pittsburgh man killed in Hill District shooting
A Pittsburgh man who was fatally shot Friday afternoon in the city’s Hill District has been identified as 18-year-old Maleek Thomas, according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office. The shooting occurred shortly before 2:45 p.m. in the area of the Bedford Dwellings apartments. Thomas was taken to UPMC Mercy,...
Single-lane restrictions set through end of July on Route 910 at northbound Route 28 Harmar interchange
PennDOThas announced single-lane restrictions will begin Mondayon Route 910 at the northbound Route 28 interchange in Harmar. The restrictions will occur on northbound Route 910 at the Harmar (Exit 11) interchange between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. until the end of July. Crews from Swank Construction Co. will perform concrete...
Search for new Tarentum manager moving along quickly
The search for a new Tarentum manager is moving at a good clip, according to borough leaders. “We’ve already started to get applicants, and they’re quality people,” council President Scott Dadowski said. “I can’t share too much, but my fingers are crossed that things will be happening in the next...
State officials, Highlands administrators recognize achievements of Sheldon Park students in Harrison
Rising Highlands fourth grader Genisus Prager said the best hack she has learned for getting good grades is to ask questions. “You have to listen and help others, but you also have to know when to ask for help yourself,” said Genisus, 9. Her method appears to have worked. Genisus...
Doors Open Pittsburgh offering river tour
Doors Open Pittsburgh, an organization that prides itself on encouraging Pittsburghers to embrace their curiosity about Steel City history, is heading out on the water for the first time. It’s all part of a new boat tour called “Bridges, Buildings, and the Architecture of the Three Rivers” scheduled for Sunday,...
Dick’s Sporting Goods to reimburse travel expenses for employees seeking abortions
In the wake of Friday’s decision by the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, ending the nation’s constitutional protections for abortion and leaving the decision up to each state, the Pittsburgh-based Dick’s Sporting Goods national chain of stores announced support for its employees seeking abortions. In response to the...
Guardian Angels Parish expected to close 5 of 7 churches
Meager finances and dwindling attendance will force Guardian Angels Parish in Harrison to reduce its seven churches into two campuses later this year. “Decisions to recommend the closing of churches are never easy and never taken lightly,” said the Rev. John Lendvai in a letter to parishioners. “This is a...
