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Dunkin’ opens ‘Next Generation’ store in Bethel Park
Dunkin’s western Pennsylvania expansion continues, as it opened another “Next Generation” store, this time in Bethel Park. The new store opened at the end of last month and is designed in the brand’s “store of the future” concept, with a modern atmosphere, and new and innovative technologies and design elements....
Hallam, Bennett to introduce mask requirement proposal to Allegheny County Council
People would be required to wear masks at any indoor gathering and at outdoor gatherings of more than 250 people under legislation that will be introduced at Tuesday’s Allegheny County Council meeting. The ordinance is sponsored by council members Bethany Hallam and Olivia Bennett. Under the legislation, those who fail...
No fall yet: Warm temperatures persist in Western Pa.
It may be September, but it’s not sweater weather yet. Unseasonably high temperatures have persisted so far this month. “It’s a little warmer, a little above average,” Bill Modzelewski, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Moon, said Monday. Temperatures on Monday were in the lower 80s, and Tuesday’s...
Baldwin High School class of 1970 plants Katsura tree on campus
Baldwin High School’s class of 1970 celebrated its 51st-anniversary reunion this year, as the pandemic foiled plans for the 50th anniversary. As part of the celebration, on Sept. 11 representatives from the class planted a Katsura tree on the grounds of Baldwin High School. The tree is native to Japan...
Scottish clans to gather for 1-day Ligonier Highland Games
The clans will gather once again for the Ligonier Highland Games. Returning after a pandemic-year break, the celebration of Scottish heritage is planned Saturday at Idlewild & SoakZone, off Route 30 in Ligonier Township. Gates open at 8 a.m., with the last event beginning at 5:30 p.m. Usually spanning a...
Parts of Tarentum without power after truck knocks down 3 utility poles
Tarentum electric crews were working to restore power Monday morning after at least one utility pole was sheared in half and two others were knocked down. “We are aware of it and are doing our best to get it back,” council President Scott Dadowski said. The power went out at...
Monroeville Readers Theater set to kick off performances at local senior care facilities
Looking to engage with residents, the Monroeville Readers Theater will perform short plays at local care facilities beginning Sept. 28. The slate of appearances will open with “That Thing” by John Shanahan and “Table for Three” by Carl L. Williams at Independence Court of Monroeville at 2 p.m. Sept. 28....
Soxman Funeral Homes in Penn Hills adds bereavement care dog to help families cope
Soxman Funeral Homes welcomed a new “employee” to its ranks last month with the addition of a bereavement care dog. Lilo, a yellow lab, joined the company on Aug. 1, her third birthday. The compassionate pup comes from a litter of eight, all of which are named after Disney characters....
In brief: Candidate fundraiser, touch-a-truck canceled, Oaks Theater shows and more in Plum, Oakmont
Candidate fundraiser A buffet dinner fundraiser for candidate Eric Casteel for Allegheny County Council District 8 is at 6 p.m. on Sept. 16 at Veltri’s Wedding and Event Center, 324 Coxcomb Hill Road in New Kensington. The cost is $50 per person, and proceeds will help cover the cost for...
In brief: Candidate fundraiser, Women’s Business Network and more in Monroeville
Candidate fundraiser A buffet dinner fundraiser for candidate Eric Casteel for Allegheny County Council District 8 will be at 6 p.m. Sept. 16 at Veltre’s Wedding and Event Center, 324 Coxcomb Hill Road in Plum. Speakers at the event will be Casteel, County Councilwoman Cindy Kirk and County Chairman and...
In brief: Class of 1975 reunion, Shade Tree Commission and more in Penn Hills
Class of 1975 reunion The Penn Hills High School Class of 1975 will celebrate its 45/46-year reunion from 6 to 11 p.m. on Sept. 25 at Green Oaks Country Club, 5741 Third St., Verona, PA 15147. The cost is $45 per person or $80 per couple. The reunion will feature...
In brief: Family Fun Festival, pumpkins for sale, Veterans Day 5K and more in Hampton
Family Fun Festival Calvary Baptist Church will host a Family Fun Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 25. This free event is for all ages. There will be games, activities, food and prizes. The Church is at 4765 S Pioneer Road, Allison Park, PA 15101. For more...
In brief: Used sneaker collection, Blawnox walking group, Harvest Festival and more in Fox Chapel
Tennis shoe recycling The Fox Chapel Garden Club is collecting used sneakers and putting them to good use via the NIKE recycling program in Grove City. Sneakers will be collected through Oct. 1 The sneakers will be recycled and used to build tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, and running tracks....
In brief: Richland leaf pickup schedule, Ladies Day Out, golf outing and more in Pine, Richland
Richland leaf pickup dates Richland has set the schedule for its fall leaf pickups. If your Vogel collection day is Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, your leaf collections will be on Oct. 20, Nov. 10 and Dec. 1. If your Vogel collection day is Thursday or Friday, your leaf collections will...
Match 6 Lotto jackpot ticket worth $3.74M sold in North Huntingdon
A jackpot Match 6 Lotto ticket worth $3.74 million was sold Sunday at a Sheetz store in North Huntingdon, state lottery officials announced. Lottery officials said the ticket was bought at the convenience store location on Ronda Court, near the Walmart along Route 30. The ticket matched all six winning...
State police fire marshal investigating Delmont blaze
A state police fire marshal is investigating the cause of a weekend fire that gutted the garage of an abandoned house in Delmont, according to fire officials. Fire Chief Don Cline reported that firefighters quickly contained the fire in the two-car attached garage at the East White Oak Drive home...
Irwin recognizes first responders who saved woman’s lifeVideo
An Irwin woman who suffered a cardiac arrest last month was saved by the quick response and actions of three ambulance personnel, who were recognized last week for their life-saving effort. Irwin Council gave certificates of appreciation to Irwin Volunteer Fire Department paramedic Robert Gowans and emergency medical technicians Jordan...
Pitt student from Plum who died in motorcycle crash described as generous ‘Renaissance man’
Adam Garvin found the greatest pleasures in life from simple things — spending time with family and friends, exploring nature and listening to and playing music. But when it was time to get away from it all, he loved nothing more than the simple joy of riding the open road...
Penn Township man charged by police with firing handgun at vacant home
A 49-year-old Penn Township man was arrested last week on charges of firing multiple rounds from a handgun at a nearby home. Jon P. Petrush was arraigned on charges of criminal mischief and discharging a firearm at a structure by township police. He was ordered held in the Westmoreland County...
In brief: Cub Scout signups, I-19 road work and more around Sewickley
Cub Scouts sign-up night Cub Scout Pack 243 (first through fifth grade) will have its sign-up night from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sept. 21 in the basement of the Sewickley Presbyterian Church, 414 Grant St. Pack 243 follows the Presbyterian Church covid protocols. Masks are required for all attendees. For more information,...
In Brief: The Block Northway Farmers Market, history and sports and more in the North Hills
The Block Northway Farmers Market The Block Northway continues to feature weekly entertainment during the Farmer’s Market and Food Truck events. Brandon Krul will perform on Sept. 17. The Farmer’s Market, produced in partnership with I Made It Market, is a weekly farmer’s market featuring a diverse collection of local...
The Stroller, Sept. 13, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your club meetings, community events 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. Goodwill offers free programs for young people YouthWorks, a program of Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania, offers free assistance to young people...
Pittsburgh police make arrest after suspected meth lab found in Squirrel Hill
Pittsburgh police arrested one man and obtained an arrest warrant for a second man after a suspected methamphetamine lab was discovered early Sunday in a Squirrel Hill apartment. About 1:15 a.m. Sunday, police were called to a residence in the 6300 block of Darlington Road after a resident reported a...
Pittsburgh police looking for missing 11-year-old boy
Pittsburgh police detectives are asking the public’s help locating a missing 11-year-old boy. Ronnell Miller is 5 feet tall, weighs 100 pounds and has black hair and brown eyes. According to police, he was last seen in Homestead wearing a red hoodie and blue jeans. Miller is also known to...
Shield Farm rally honors those lost in War on Terrorism
A revival rally Sunday at the Shields Farm in Delmont paid tribute to the heroes of 9/11 as well as the thousands who died over the past 20 years in Afghanistan and Iraq. The “Let’s Roll America” rally, which attracted about 200 people, featured all the elements of a summer...
