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Readers Theater group performs for residents at Independence Court of Monroeville
The Monroeville Readers Theater held its first performance of the year at Independence Court of Monroeville on Sept. 28. The group, which aims to entertain residents at local care facilities, acted out two plays for 12 residents. It first performed “That Thing” by John Shanahan followed by “Table for Three”...
1 dead in South Greensburg crash that shut down Route 119, pickup truck driver had heart issueVideo
A Pitcairn man died and a Latrobe policeman was injured Wednesday morning in a crash along Route 119 in South Greensburg, authorities said. Robert J. Borst, 57, of Fourth Street died as a result of cardiovascular disease, the Westmoreland County Coroner said. Borst was pronounced dead at Excela Westmoreland Hospital...
Hampton Township School District set for 29th running of Hampton 5K on Oct. 9
The biggest fundraiser of the year for the Hampton Alliance for Educational Excellence (HAEE) will be run, rain or shine, on Oct. 9. This will be the 29th running of the race with the proceeds supporting many different programs within the Hampton Township School District. “We’re very excited to be...
Westmoreland news: spaghetti dinner, fire company open house and CROP Walk
Church news • A public square Rosary crusade will be at noon Oct. 16 in the parking lot of the Jonnet Building, Route 22, Monroeville, rain or shine. Bring a lawn chair. Details: Dee, 412-628-7132 or Michele, 412-823-5570 Classes The YMCA Westmoreland County Technology Center, 424 N. Main St., Greensburg,...
Fox Chapel Area French teacher expands knowledge base with study trip to France
The 16 days that Pamela Barentine spent in France this summer were invigorating. Despite the stress of traveling amid a pandemic, Barentine, a world language teacher in the Fox Chapel Area School District, knew the importance of the trip for both her and her students. “I don’t think that there’s...
Century III Mall: Video showing mall’s current state of disrepair hits 1 million viewsVideo
A recent look inside Century III Mall in West Mifflin doesn’t paint a pretty picture of the once-bustling shopping center. Water dripping from the ceiling pools in puddles on the ground. Broken ceiling tiles litter the floor. An empty water fountain and dead palm trees in giant pots serve as...
Free activities day will introduce Pittsburgh’s Northside Cultural Corridor
On Thursday, a group of Pittsburgh’s North Side neighborhood museums and cultural institutions will celebrate the launch of the Northside Cultural Corridor with free admission and activities. The corridor is a placemaking initiative that focuses on the approximate 1-mile passage from the Mattress Factory to The Andy Warhol Museum. According...
First round of American Rescue Plan funds allocated by Allegheny County Council
The $380 million that Allegheny County will receive from the federal government under the American Rescue Plan Act will improve programs that help people who need it most, Allegheny County Councilman DeWitt Walton said Tuesday. “These dollars really begin to address many of the challenges that we’re confronted with in...
Jeannette hires property maintenance officer
A part-time property maintenance officer will be on the job starting next week in Jeannette. City council on Tuesday hired Vincent Pascarella of New Stanton at a rate of $17.50 per hour. City clerk Nathan Bish said Pascarella, who has 35 years of law enforcement experience, will work 20 to...
Police charge South Park man accused of crashing car into day care center playground
A South Park man was arrested Monday after police say he led them on a chase that ended when he crashed through a fence surrounding a day care center playground. Jacob Balcer, 22, was charged with a felony count of fleeing from police and other charges including reckless driving, reckless...
Holiday cheer: The Tipsy Elf serves festive drinks at Greenfield pop-up bar
It’s advertised as a “No Grinches Allowed” establishment. The Tipsy Elf is a Christmas-themed pop-up bar that opened its doors on Nov. 24 in Greenfield. The sparkling holiday space is at 557 Greenfield Ave., next door to Hough’s Taproom & Brewpub. There’s Christmas music, festive decorations and holiday drinks. Guests...
5 things to know about covid-19 vaccine booster shots
Some people who are at risk for severe complications from covid-19 are now eligible for a booster dose of the Pfizer vaccine. First of all, the booster — a third dose of the mRNA covid-19 vaccine — is identical to the original doses. Here’s what people should know if they...
Frankie’s Friends brings on new veterinarian, to resume spaying, neutering cats
Frankie’s Friends Cat Rescue will have a new veterinarian when it resumes spaying and neutering cats for the public this week. West Deer native Dr. Brandy East is replacing Dr. Becky Morrow, who founded the New Kensington nonprofit in 2010 and left in June to become a clinical assistant professor...
The Stroller, Sept. 29, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Valley News Dispatch is compiling a list of autumn events and Halloween parades, parties and trick-or-treat nights. Information should be emailed to cpinto-smith@triblive.com. Manos Gallery exhibits to benefit breast cancer charities The Manos Gallery will sponsor an art exhibit from 1 to 8 p.m. Saturday to benefit Magee-Womens Hospital...
Person taken to hospital after ammonia leak at Strip District produce warehouse
One person was taken to the hospital after ammonia began leaking from a pipe at a produce wholesaler in the Strip District on Monday afternoon. The city’s Hazardous Materials Team responded to Consumer Produce on 21st Street around 1:30 p.m. and determined that the leak occurred while repairs were being...
2 drivers hurt when horses fall during race at Meadows track
Two drivers were injured at the Meadows Racetrack in North Strabane Township on Tuesday when a race horse took a bad step during a turn and fell. The incident happened during a qualifying event at the harness racing track shortly before 2 p.m. when a horse entering one of the...
Pittsburgh council OKs seeking $8M in state grants for 3 streetscape projects
Pittsburgh officials are seeking $8 million in state funding for three streetscape projects. Mayor Bill Peduto asked city council to approve applying for the grants Tuesday and council advanced legislation to that effect. The city is seeking the money from the state Department of Community and Economic Developments Multimodal Transportation...
Police: Teen missing from Pittsburgh’s North Side
Pittsburgh police detectives are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing girl. Siobhan Barnett, 17, was last seen on the morning of Friday, Sept. 24. A Public Safety spokesman said the girl is 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighs about 140 pounds and has black hair and brown eyes....
Judge to decide jail or house arrest for New Kensington man convicted of neglect of mother’s corpse
A Westmoreland County judge on Tuesday said he can’t decide whether to send a New Kensington man to jail for neglecting to report to authorities that his mother died and left her sealed up alone in her home for two months. Robert Hawk, 49, through his defense lawyer asked to...
Westmoreland 911: No injuries reported in St. Clair house fire
Nobody was injured after a house fire broke out in St. Clair Township Tuesday night, according to a Westmoreland 911 dispatcher. Crews responded to the 300 block of Spackman St. shortly after 10:30 p.m. The fire was out by 11:15 p.m. Further information was not immediately available....
Trib wins 16 Golden Quill Awards, including a best-of-showVideo
The Tribune-Review won 16 Golden Quill Awards for journalistic excellence — including a top prize — at The Press Club of Western Pennsylvania’s annual recognition held Tuesday at Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh. The awards recognize written, visual, broadcast and online journalism during 2020. The Trib had a total of 50...
Chad Amond receives lifetime achievement award as he prepares to step back as Westmoreland chamber’s leader
Chad Amond, the president and CEO of the Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce, was honored Tuesday evening by leaders from across the county as he prepares to transition out of his longtime position. During a ceremony at Bella Terra Vineyards near New Stanton, Amond was awarded the first Economic Growth...
Police seek gun from FBI Pittsburgh vehicle stolen from Schenley Park
FBI agents and the Pittsburgh police are searching for a gun that was inside a vehicle owned by the FBI that was stolen Tuesday, officials said. An FBI vehicle was stolen from Schenley Park around 1:30 p.m., said FBI Pittsburgh spokeswoman Catherine Policicchio. Inside was a Glock 19M 9mm. Following...
New Harmar outdoor concert venue scheduled to open with local bands in October
While fans will have to wait another nine months to be taken “Back to Chicago,” the Mountain View Amphitheater in Harmar is set to open in October with a show featuring three local bands. The venue was originally scheduled to be christened Sept. 18 with a concert featuring drummer Danny...
Megan’s Law offender from Butler County charged with sexually assaulting teen in Westmoreland
A Butler County man who was added to the state’s Megan’s Law registry for sexual offenders in the spring after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting an Allegheny County teen is now accused of assaulting a teenage girl in Westmoreland County. Kyler T. Chute, 22, of Evans City, has been in...
