Western PA Local News category, Page 1622
N.J. man accused of posing as bail bondsman to take $5K from Hempfield woman
A Hempfield woman is out $5,000 after being tricked into believing her daughter was in legal trouble after a car crash, according to state police. The woman gave the cash to a New Jersey man who posed as a bail bondsman and visited her home Monday in the Midway neighborhood,...
Pine, Richland among 80 communities recognized as Banner Communities
Although he’s been on the job as Pine’s manager for less than a year, Jason Krastas sees the commitment the township’s supervisors have to ensuring Pine is a place people are proud to call home. That’s reflected, he said, in Pine being among 80 municipalities and municipal authorities recognized as...
Regent Square event merges litter, fashion and craft beer — for good cause
While there are litter walks, fashion shows and craft beer parties, Allegheny Cleanways has combined all three for an event Saturday in Pittsburgh’s Regent Square. The confab of events isn’t as unlikely as it seems. Anyone who volunteers to pick up litter, especially in colder or wet weather, has to...
Missing Cambria County teen believed to be in Pittsburgh area, police say
State police said they believe a Cambria County teen who left his home in October may be in the Pittsburgh area. Troopers are continuing their search for Jase W. Spiridigliozzi, 16, who voluntarily left his home in Reade Township the night of Oct. 24 and has not returned home since....
Western Pa. nonprofits, hospitals and companies band together to get aid to Ukraine
Pittsburgh-area organizations have joined forces to help Ukrainians under siege of the ongoing Russian invasion by sending medical supplies and humanitarian aid to people in that war-torn eastern European country. “It is amazing how giving the people of Western Pennsylvania have been. They have opened their hearts and wallets for...
Gasoline nears historic high in Western Pa., topping $4 per gallon in some places
Gasoline now costs more than $4 per gallon at some local stations, thanks to an overnight price spike of about 13 cents per gallon. The abrupt jump, after weeks of steady price increases, is something not usually seen, even in times of economic uncertainty. “That’s very drastic and a direct...
Paralyzing accident didn’t stop Stahltown’s Katie Smith, an inspiration to others
Katie Smith of Stahlstown did not let a car accident that left her paralyzed stop her from living life the way she wanted, from continuing to play sports here and abroad to being a positive impact in people’s lives, according to her friends. Smith, who was crowned Ms. Wheelchair Pennsylvania...
Senior School classes canceled after incident at Sewickley Academy administrative offices
Classes at the Sewickley Academy Senior School were canceled Friday following a day of chaos at the school. Police were called to the private school in Edgeworth Thursday after a student group called CARES – Collective Action for Representative Education at Sewickley – and several parents attempted to meet with...
Conservancy hosting program on reversing plight of dwindling bluebird population
The Bradford Woods Conservancy is hosting a program to teach people how they can participate in efforts to restore the dwindling bluebird population by creating nesting boxes. The March 16 program titled “Bluebirds In Bradford Woods” will be presented by Ray Morris and Ken Knapp of the Latodami Nature Center...
Eucharistic Adoration at Divine Redeemer, bible study and more at Sewickley-area churches
St. Stephen’s Anglican Church The Lent Dinner and Speaker Series begins March 9. The theme for the evening will be based on excerpts from “Gentle and Lowly” by Dane Ortlund. Dinner starts at 6:30 p.m and the speaker at 7. Childcare is available during the speaker time. For more details...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: March 4-6
It’s the first weekend of March. Here are some ways to spend it. Home & Garden Show The 40th annual Duquesne Light Co. Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show opens this weekend. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. More than...
Air Force sergeant from Apollo surprised with Penguins tickets from Burrell students
Ricky Libengood, who has served in the Air Force since 1999, was fortunate to return home to Apollo from Saudi Arabia in January. But the chance to enjoy family and friends wasn’t the only gift he received when he got home. Students from Burrell High School’s National Honor Society showed...
Alle-Kiski Valley fire companies awarded state grants for equipment, training
Summit Hose firefighters will be equipped with new portable radios thanks to a state grant awarded this month. Chief Josh Fox said his department is expected to receive $15,000 through the state fire commissioner’s office. “We’ll use it to cover several new radios to replace ones that are now old...
The Stroller, March 4, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your events, club meetings and fundraisers for free in The Stroller. Send information at least a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com. Please include a daytime telephone number. Irish celebration to raise funds for recovery ministry Addiction Recovery Ministry will host an Irish celebration event at 4:30 p.m. March 27...
Alta Via Pizzeria coming to Bakery Square in Pittsburgh
The Alta Via restaurant brand is growing, and the Italian-inspired eatery is opening a new pizzeria this month in Pittsburgh’s Bakery Square. Bill Fuller, big Burrito corporate chef and president, said Alta Via Pizzeria will open for take-out orders on Tuesday. He hopes to open the new restaurant for full...
John DeSantis remembered fondly by Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show exhibitors
The late John DeSantis “never met a stranger.” Those are words from Jenn Tompkins, co-owner of Rent The Chicken in South Buffalo Township. Her company will be one of the more than 1,500 exhibitors for the 40th annual Duquesne Light Co. Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show, which DeSantis founded. He...
Ready for Crumbl? Cookie chain set for grand opening in North Huntingdon
Get ready for posts featuring gourmet cookies to flood your social media feed. Crumbl Cookies, a fast-growing bakery sensation, is holding its grand opening today and Saturday in North Huntingdon. Owner Tammy Ornowski isn’t sure what to expect as far as turnout goes but said the news has been quickly...
Gas prices continue climb on local and national level
Barb Constant of Plum didn’t mince words about gas prices Thursday, which skyrocketed 12 cents to $3.82 a gallon, up from $3.70, across the Pittsburgh region. “It sucks, but there’s nothing we can do about it,” Constant said as she fueled her car at the Sheetz station on Pittsburgh Street...
Part of Sarver Road in Buffalo Township closed Thursday, no reopening date given
PennDOT closed a portion of Sarver Road in Buffalo Township on Thursday. The closure is at the intersection Sarver Road and Monroe Road. A detour has been posted using Route 356 (South/North Pike Road). The detour is about 9 miles long. PennDOT officials said there is no estimated time for...
Gas prices continue climb on local and national level
Barb Constant of Plum didn’t mince words about gas prices Thursday, which skyrocketed 12 cents to $3.82 a gallon, up from $3.70, across the Pittsburgh region. “It sucks, but there’s nothing we can do about it,” Constant said as she fueled her car at the Sheetz gas station on Pittsburgh...
U.S. Steel hit with $859K in fines by Allegheny County Health Department
U.S. Steel on Thursday was hit with more than $800,000 worth of fines by the Allegheny County Health Department for alleged pollution and permit violations at the Clairton Coke Works last year. The health department said the violations happened during the second, third and fourth quarters of the year. U.S....
Father searching for answers after son shot and killed in Homestead
The father of a man killed last week in Allegheny County is searching for answers and justice in his son’s death. Jason Sterling Chavis said he was at his Johnstown home Friday morning when police knocked on his door to tell him that his son, 25-year-old Jason Nicholas Chavis, had...
Fox Chapel Area schools go to masks optional
Masks went optional for schools in the Fox Chapel Area School District on March 2. The shift in safety protocols was made after at least five consecutive days of Allegheny County being in the low community covid transmission level, according to district spokeswoman Bonnie Berzonski. Masks had been mandatory during...
Police file felony charges against West Deer man involved in standoff, house fire
A West Deer man was charged with felony aggravated assault after police accused him of shooting fireworks at officers before barricading himself inside his home and setting it on fire. William J. Bryar, 54, also faces charges of reckless endangerment and arson in connection with an incident at his home...
Greensburg man convicted of drug smuggling at county jail back behind bars after guilty plea in gun case
A Greensburg man convicted earlier for smuggling drugs into the Westmoreland County Prison pleaded guilty Thursday to a felony weapons offense and was ordered to serve up to 23 months behind bars. Jamel Miles, 34, was originally jailed March 3, 2021, after he was arrested by Greensburg police on charges...
