Western PA Local News category, Page 167
The case of Cherrie Mahan: What you need to know
The disappearance of Cherrie Mahan 40 years ago is making headlines again as authorities apparently run down leads and conduct searches related to the case. Cherrie’s is one of the longest running missing persons cases in state history. Here’s what you need to know about the case: • Cherrie Mahan,...
Murrysville has few options to protect traffic light control boxes
Murrysville officials have had problems in recent years with crashes on Route 22 causing damage to the electrical boxes that control several traffic lights along the highway. The municipality plans to replace the current light-control system. But in the meantime, they don’t have a lot of options to protect the...
Morning Roundup: State police allege Butler man tried to hit trooper during chase; 2 hurt in Monroeville crash
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Wednesday, Oct. 22: State police allege Butler man tried to hit trooper during chase Pennsylvania State Police on Tuesday said an arrest warrant was issued for a Butler man accused of trying to hit a trooper with his vehicle...
City manager expects 2026 Jeannette budget to balance without tax increase
Property taxes are expected to remain steady in Jeannette’s 2026 budget. “I do not see a need for a tax increase unless something disastrous happens between now and the November council meeting,” City Manager Ethan Keedy said. There is more work to be done on the proposed spending plan, but...
Pittsburgh grants historic designation to 3 Sister Bridges
Pittsburgh City Council on Tuesday unanimously granted historic designation to the city’s three Sister Bridges. The Roberto Clemente, Andy Warhol and Rachel Carson bridges — also known as the Sixth Street, Seventh Street and Ninth Street bridges, respectively — connect the Central Business District with the North Shore. The trio...
The Stroller, Oct. 22, 2025: 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. Lower Valley Community Food...
Free store open to all students at Shaler Area High School
Editor’s note: The following story was submitted for the Shaler Area Student Section, a collaboration between TribLive and The Oracle, the student newspaper of Shaler Area High School. Every year, more than 92 million tons of textile waste are pushed into global landfills. This number is projected to increase to...
Blawnox voters have choice of 5 candidates for 4 seats
Blawnox voters will have their choice of five candidates for four seats. Democrats Matthew Stanczak, Deborah E. Laskey, Randall R. Stoddard and Christine Carnevali will compete against Republican Mark Lombardi. All terms are for four years. Here’s a look at the candidates: Matthew Stanczak Age: 52 Democrat Education: Bachelor’s degree...
Pine-Richland students prepare to stage ‘The Election’ for fall play
It’s election season at Pine-Richland High School. On Nov. 21 and 22, the high-schoolers will put on Don Zolidis’ “The Election,” which revolves around a tightly contested race to be student body president. The story follows Mark Davenport and Christy Martin, two candidates in the race after an embattled student...
Southmoreland reviews livestream policy, plans hearing regarding controversial director’s comments
The Southmoreland School Board is reviewing a policy that would end the livestreaming of its meetings in favor of posting a video recording after the meeting’s conclusion. The move comes a month after School Director Catherine Fike, a retired school psychologist, was accused by the school board of disclosing confidential...
Jury to begin deliberations in fatal shooting outside McKeesport Beer Barrel
Gabrielle Parker, the prosecutor said, was still mad. The woman had been in a bar fight in the early morning hours of June 18, 2020, at the McKeesport Beer Barrel during which, video showed, Parker hit Ericka Stevens in the head with a bottle. Minutes later, Parker got in the...
Animal-rights group sues to free elephants from Pittsburgh Zoo
A Washington, D.C.-based animal-rights nonprofit on Tuesday sued the operator and head of the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, demanding the release of its elephants from captivity. Filed by the Nonhuman Rights Project in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court, the lawsuit names as defendants the Zoological Society of Pittsburgh and zoo...
Police chief named to head new regional force for Swissvale, Braddock Hills
The new police force set to begin patrolling Swissvale and Braddock Hills next year now has a leader. Veteran Swissvale police Chief Charles Watson was selected Monday night to lead the Swissvale Braddock Hills Regional Police Department, whose 18 full-time officers start Jan. 1. The appointment, made by a seven-member...
Westmoreland commissioners OK loan to pay for human services amid state budget impasse
Westmoreland commissioners on Tuesday authorized the county’s finance department to apply for a $14.1 million state treasury loan to fund essential human services amid Pennsylvania’s ongoing budget stalemate. The commissioners said an infusion of cash is needed as county resources used to pay key service providers that care for children...
Pine’s 1st Halloween Spooktacular dubbed success with turnout of nearly 300 children
The weather couldn’t scare away the crowds of children for Pine’s first Halloween Spooktacular on Oct. 19. Because of the inclement weather, the festivities moved indoors to the Pine Community Center. Nearly 300 children filled the community center. Kids could decorate their own pumpkins, enjoy a magic show and collect...
Pine-Richland School Board members not facing election support pursuing tax increase exception
The five members of the Pine-Richland School Board whose seats are not up for election this year unanimously support the district pursuing increasing property taxes by more than its state-imposed inflation limit for the 2026-27 school year. Superintendent Brian Miller sought the positions of holdover board members Marc Casciani, Ashley...
3 candidates look to fill 2 seats on Penn Hills Council
According to the Allegheny County Office of Elections’ official candidate list, there are two Democrats and one Republican running for two four-year seats in Penn Hills. Here are the candidates and their responses to election questions posed by TribLive: Ian T. Cartwright Age: 47 Political party affiliation: Democrat Education: Michigan...
Injured No Kings protest participant calls on Westmoreland commissioners to condemn political violence
A Smithton woman injured during an altercation at Saturday’s No Kings protest in Greensburg is calling on the Westmoreland County commissioners to formally condemn political violence. Karen Primm, 70, said she sustained a gash to right arm when she was struck by pole of a flag waved by an apparent...
Western Pennsylvania man competes on ‘Wheel of Fortune’Video
Mike Soltis walked exactly 1.1 miles from his hotel to the Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, Calif., in September, wearing one shirt and carrying two extras. He remembers the weather was a mild 68 degrees, but the humidity was high. By the time he reached the studio — the...
Shaler schedules presentation for parks and recreation master plan
A presentation on Shaler’s parks and recreation master plan is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, at the township office, 300 Wetzel Road. Residents will be able to get an update and view recommendations for Shaler’s parks system, including Kiwanis Park. The presentation from OHM Advisors will be held...
State police, FBI begin digging operation in South Buffalo
State police crews, with assistance from the FBI, began an extensive digging operation Tuesday near a private residence in South Buffalo. Police used a backhoe to excavate a small section of the private plot along River Road in the township’s Clinton neighborhood. Several law enforcement vehicles were on-site, including one...
Pittsburgh International Airport auction returns with online bidding
One person’s lost items could become another person’s treasure. The Pittsburgh International Airport’s annual auction for lost and found items is once again underway. This year’s auction is online. Online bidding has begun for thousands of items, including used airport maintenance equipment, decommissioned vehicles, jewelry, electronics and more. The airport...
McKeesport man admits to stealing $5,370 from autistic co-worker
A McKeesport man is behind bars after state police said he stole $5,370 from a man who has autism while they worked together at a Hempfield car dealership. Troopers on Tuesday arrested Scott Andrew Soles, 48, on three counts of theft and a single charge of criminal use of a...
At Pittsburgh summit, Shapiro highlights AI potential for the state
Pennsylvania is well-positioned to lead innovation in artificial intelligence, Gov. Josh Shapiro said Tuesday during a global summit at the University of Pittsburgh. “Pittsburgh is now a hub of AI activity,” Shapiro said. “We are proud to play a role, an important role, in this revolution as well as in...
Carlow, Seton Hill instructor to lead new WCCC practical nursing program
Westmoreland County Community College has hired a lead instructor for its practical nursing program, set to launch this spring at its Latrobe campus. Christina Drnjevich, an adjunct clinical instructor at Carlow and Seton Hill universities, will lead the new program — coming to the college with more than two decades...
