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Covid cases slow at Westmoreland jail
A recent surge of coronavirus cases among inmates at Westmoreland County Prison has slowed, officials said Monday. Warden Bryan Kline said just 13 active cases of the virus remained at the Hempfield lockup, less than a week after the facility saw as many as 29 inmates with new infections. “It’s...
Plum mayor not happy that Verizon requested he wear a mask while in his home during service call
Plum Mayor Harry Schlegel said Verizon canceled an appointment to upgrade his service because he refused to comply with the company’s request to wear a mask while in his home with a technician. “I don’t care if your technician comes in a space suit,” Schlegel said. “That’s up to them,...
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...
Youngwood man ordered to serve 6-year prison sentence for 2-month crime spree
A Youngwood man was ordered to serve up to six years in prison Monday for a series of eight thefts police said occurred over a two-month period in 2019. Police said Michael A. Krautz IV, 36, conducted a one-man crime spree in Westmoreland, Fayette and Indiana counties, stealing items from...
‘You don’t get it’: Judge gives Jeannette BB gun shooter prison term
Just three weeks after a jury found Darnell Dennison not guilty of the most serious offenses he faced in connection with a shooting incident that left a Jeannette teen without an eye, he was charged in another shooting, this time suffering an injury himself. “After the jury trial, I was...
Aspinwall eyes human rights ordinance to bolster equality
Aspinwall is drafting a Human Rights ordinance to help thwart discrimination in the borough. On the heels of Etna and Sharpsburg approving similar bills, Aspinwall junior councilperson Lydia Turnquist is helping to compose the ordinance to protect against bias based on race, color, religion, marital status, disability and other identifiers....
Allegheny County benefit music fest set for Sunday at Hartwood Acres
Looking for some live Labor Day weekend music that benefits a good cause? The 2021 Allegheny County Music Festival takes place Sunday at the Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater with opening acts slated to begin at 5 p.m. The headliner, local band The Commonheart, hits the stage at 8 p.m. Starting...
Get the scoop on The Palace Theatre during free tours Saturday
There’s more to The Palace Theatre than meets the eye. “There’s so much more story behind the scenes. It’s not just a theater, it’s a part of the community,” said Teresa Baughman, director of operations and programming for the downtown Greensburg venue, owned and operated by Westmoreland Cultural Trust. Baughman...
Man pleads guilty to 2013 East Hills shooting death of toddler
A Wilkinsburg man who was 14 when he participated in a 2013 drive-by shooting that killed a toddler at an East Hills picnic pleaded guilty Monday to third-degree murder. A plea agreement between Gregory Parker and the Allegheny County District Attorney’s office called for the defendant to serve 10 years...
Fort Ligonier goes all out for Cannon Ball auction prizes
The Cannon Ball returns to the grounds of Fort Ligonier on Sept. 17, after going online in 2020 because of the pandemic. Under two large tents on the patio of the education building and adjacent lawn, the signature fundraising event will feature the unveiling of a new whiskey collaboration with...
Peduto seeks approval for $2.5M universal basic income program in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto is seeking council approval to use $2.5 million in federal covid pandemic relief funding to start a guaranteed personal income program. The item is set to be introduced to city council Tuesday. The idea is being tested in cities throughout the country where people are given...
Allegheny City Civil War veteran’s effects fetch more than $4K at auction
A cache of military relics and a wooden locker belonging to an Allegheny County Civil War veteran sold for $4,600 at auction on Sunday, commanding more than 250% of its estimated value. The collection of items originally belonged to Alfred W. Kredel, a German-American resident of Allegheny City’s Troy Hill,...
25th Fire Prevention Night scheduled for October at Westmoreland Mall
After being canceled last year because of the covid-19 pandemic, the annual Fire Prevention Night at Westmoreland Mall in Hempfield is set to return in October. Scheduled for Oct. 5 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., the event brings together fire stations from across Westmoreland County to teach the community about...
From chair yoga to genealogy to Whiskey 101, Fox Chapel Area Adult Education gears up for fall semester
From history to cooking to technology, Fox Chapel Area Adult Education (FCAAE) is back with a slate of courses that appeal to all ages and aspiring talents. The program, in its 59th year, is offering nearly three dozen enrichment classes to keep locals up to date on the latest trends...
Penn Borough man accused by police in shooting at his home
A Penn Borough man is being held without bail in connection with a weekend shooting at his home, according to state police. Michael Eugene Keslar, 44, is charged with attempted homicide, aggravated assault and reckless endangerment. State police said in court papers filed early Sunday that the wounded man was...
Taking a spin in Pittsburgh on an e-scooterVideo
Sometimes when writing a story, it’s best to experience the topic that you are chronicling. For this particular newspaper story, the assignment was to report on the 1,000 orange and black Spin electric scooters that have been seen throughout the city of Pittsburgh. So, I took a spin. Having never...
West Hempfield Elementary School’s new playground open for funVideo
West Hempfield Elementary School students have a new playground. The playground, located at the Wendel Road school, opened to students last week and features three slides with a connecting bridge, climbing pieces, an all-inclusive merry-go-round, a spin cup, an orb rocker with four seats and a platform where children can...
In brief: Unity Golden Age Club, Women’s Business Network, library programs and more in Plum, Oakmont
Unity Golden Age Club, Inc. will meet at noon Sept. 20 at Unity Community Church Cafe, 215 Unity Center Road in Plum. Dessert, coffee and tea will be served. The program is Patriotism in Action. Women’s Business Network Women’s Business Network is an award-winning business association that supports the success...
In brief: Local attorneys honored, 50-year reunion scheduled and more in Fox Chapel
Local attorneys honored Kathryn M. Kenyon, a commercial litigation attorney, and Kevin F. McKeegan, a business/corporate attorney, both Fox Chapel residents with the firm of Meyer, Unkovic and Scott, were recently recognized in the 2022 edition of The Best Lawyers in America list. Since it was first published in 1983,...
In brief: Declutter event, Women’s Business Network meetings and more in Monroeville
Learn how to declutter your home, office and life when the Monroeville Public Library holds a declutter event at 7 p.m. Sept. 15 on Zoom. Shannon Huneycutt, founder of Spark Joy Charlotte and certified Silver Level Konmari Consultant trained by tidying expert Marie Kondo, will present an inspiring online program about...
In brief: Ladies Day Out, Sealarks Women’s Group, library activities and more in Pine, Richland
Ladies Day Out Enjoy an afternoon of food, prizes, shopping, raffles and fun as St. Barnabas Charities hosts an exclusive Ladies Day Out event from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 18 at Trees Manor at St. Barnabas, 660 Warrendale Road, Gibsonia. Tickets include chances to win prizes in...
In brief: Ladies Day Out, fall mum sale and more in Hampton, McCandless
Ladies Day Out Enjoy an afternoon of food, prizes, shopping, raffles and fun as St. Barnabas Charities hosts an exclusive Ladies Day Out event from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 18 at Trees Manor at St. Barnabas, 660 Warrendale Road, Gibsonia. Tickets include chances to win prizes in...
In brief: Women’s Business Network, Class of 1975 Reunion and more in Penn Hills
Women’s Business Network Women’s Business Network is an award-winning business association that supports the success and growth of women in business. WBN provides members with the tools to be successful. All professional women are welcome to attend as a guest at a meeting for no cost. Some meetings are being...
Winning Cash 5 ticket worth $1.35 million sold in McCandless
McCandless Giant Eagle Customer Service Manager Jean Miller had no idea that she might have sold a jackpot-winning lottery ticket Sunday at the Pine Creek Shopping Center store. According to Pennsylvania Lottery officials, someone walked away from the McKnight Road site with a $1.35 million Cash 5 with Quick Cash...
Freeport Area School District reports 12 covid cases among students
Freeport Area School District has reported a dozen covid-19 cases among students less than a week after the start of the academic year. The district listed 12 total cases — eight of which were active — on its online covid-19 dashboard Monday morning. According to the dashboard, seven cases were...
