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Oakdale man killed in Washington County motorcycle wreck
An Oakdale man was killed in a Friday night motorcycle crash in Washington County. Adam Clifford Barbarow, 41, was riding alone on the bike, heading north on Old Steubenville Pike when it crossed the center line and crashed into a guide rail near Candor Road, in Robinson Township, according to...
Nixed Spirit flights could tax airline’s reputation, reliance out of Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
Travelers’ confidence in Spirit Airlines may wane after thousands of cancellations over the past week essentially stopped commercial air traffic in and out of Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, according to industry experts. The airline, the sole carrier at the Unity airport, canceled flights daily to and from Florida destinations such...
Sewickley area student news for the week of Aug. 7, 2021
Academic achievements The following students from the area were recognized for their academic achievement during the spring 2021 semester by being named to the dean’s, president’s or provost’s list at the college or university they attend: • Bucknell University: Ally Demas, Ciara Donohue, Chris Tanabe • Canisius College: John Cullo...
Academic achievements and college graduations for Bethel Park students
Academic achievements The following students from the area were recognized for their academic achievement during the spring 2021 semester by being named to the dean’s, president’s or provost’s list at the college or university they attend: • Canisius College: Samantha Brown • Gettysburg College: Molly Hoffman • Hofstra University: Natalia...
Student news: Carnegie area students graduating college, named to dean’s list
Academic achievements The following students from the area were recognized for their academic achievement during the spring 2021 semester by being named to the dean’s, president’s or provost’s list at the college or university they attend: • Hofstra University: Kerry McAdams Graduates The following area students recently graduated from college,...
The Stroller, Aug. 7, 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. Armstrong outdoor center to host program about elk The Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek will offer a live interactive program...
Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh updates safety guidelines amid rise in covid cases
As the number of new covid-19 cases continue to rise across the region, the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh is updating safety guidelines for those attending Mass. In a news release posted Friday afternoon, Bishop David Zubik urged everyone to get vaccinated and to wear face masks when indoors with others....
History Center to host U.S. Air Force pilot who flew mission on Sept. 11, 2001
That fateful day 20 years ago when planes were grounded, Heather Penney took flight. The U.S. Air Force fighter pilot flew a mission on Sept. 11, 2001 prepared to shoot down the enemy – even with the chance her father might be flying one of the other aircraft, although she...
New Kensington woman jumps from 2nd-story window to escape assault, police say
A woman in New Kensington jumped out a second-story window, hurting her back, to get away from a man she was fighting with, according to city police. New Kensington police charged Jerome Michael Dussia Jr., 34, of Haser Drive with simple assault following the Thursday morning incident. Police said Dussia...
Pittsburgh officials announce mask requirements for unvaccinated employees
Pittsburgh officials announced that vaccination will be required for any new hires on Friday, a day after Allegheny County leaders announced a similar mandate for new county employees. In addition, any current employees who are not vaccinated will have to wear masks at all times inside city facilities. Officials said...
Former Pittsburgh synagogue to become apartments, urban farm in $18.5M projectVideo
Pittsburgh leaders on Friday held a ceremonial groundbreaking at the Negley Avenue site of the former B’nai Israel Synagogue and School in Pittsburgh’s Garfield neighborhood. “We don’t normally do groundbreakings, but we thought this one was worth making an exception for,” said Dara Kovel, chief executive of Beacon Communities, which...
DEP: Fungicide caused fish kill on Chartiers Creek; fish are returning
The state Department of Environmental Protection found that the thousands of dead fish found on July 14 in Chartiers Creek tested positive for fungicide. Some fungicides, used on food crops and golf courses, are lethal to freshwater organisms, according to studies by the University of South Florida and other researchers....
Former foster mom pleads guilty to child endangerment, rape count dismissed
A former foster parent was ordered Friday to serve three years on probation after she pleaded guilty to lesser charges in a case in which, police say, she had sex with her foster son more than 500 times. Joelle M. Barozzini, 50, of Greensburg told a Westmoreland County judge it...
Grant money to help Vandergrift’s historic Casino Theatre replace crumbling fire escape
A crumbling fire escape at Vandergrift’s historic Casino Theatre that dates back nearly a century will be replaced with the help of grant money. “It’s rusty, attached only in one location and the steps are not up to code,” said Janice Oberdorf, treasurer of the nonprofit Casino Theatre Restoration Management....
Reenactors retrace British troops’ 1763 trek from Ft. Ligonier to Battle of Bushy Run
A handful of history enthusiasts set out on foot Friday morning on a 30-mile journey beginning at Fort Ligonier, a recreated 18th century military landmark along modern Route 30, and ending at Bushy Run Battlefield. Their aim is to retrace for the first time one of the history-making troop movements...
Spork restaurant in Pittsburgh to require vaccination proof for diners
Add Spork to the list of Pittsburgh restaurants requiring proof of vaccination for diners. Beginning Tuesday, the Bloomfield restaurant on Penn Avenue will begin enforcing the dining policy. Sean Enright, Spork general manager, said Friday that he and the staff are joining other restaurants in solidarity with the requirements. “In...
Washington Township woman missing
Washington Township police are asking for the public’s help to find a township woman who has been missing since Monday. Amber Rowan, 40, was last seen at her home along Greensburg Road. Rowan may be with David Payton, a 41-year-old white man, police said. The two could be traveling in...
Ladles restaurant to reopen in Springdale
The popular Springdale restaurant Ladles is set to reopen soon, according to a Facebook message from the owner of the eatery. “Since the building has not sold and we haven’t had any interest (from) potential buyers, I have decided to reopen because I do not want to lose my employees...
Hempfield woman opens ‘The Space’ for artisans, self-care workshopsVideo
Giving your new business a simple name like “The Space” opens it up to many possibilities — exactly what Hempfield resident Sarah Just is hoping to do. Located in a historic brick building at 203 Old Route 30, Hempfield, the recently opened business is subtitled “A Community Place.” Just’s vision...
Woman charged in hit-and-run that critically injured bicyclist in Export
A Salem woman faces multiple charges after police said she struck and critically injured a bicyclist in Export before crashing and abandoning her car in Murrysville. Tanya Lynn Cardoni, 37, was arraigned Friday on charges of abandoning a vehicle on a highway, driving under the influence, aggravated assault while DUI,...
Kurt Angle reflects on gutsy gold medal victory 25 years later
The pain was excruciating, and Kurt Angle remembers it vividly. It stands out among the memories of his 1996 Olympic experience: the neck pain he had to deal with through seven wrestling matches, two during the Olympic trials and five more in the Atlanta Games. There have been many courageous...
Filterbuy opens New Kensington facility, plans more hiring
Air filter manufacturer Filterbuy opened its facility in New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park this week with nearly 30 full-time employees, and it plans to hire more workers this month, the company announced Friday. The family-owned and operated company based in Alabama said it aims to have three full production lines...
North Side restaurant with vaccine requirement in rent dispute with landlord
On Monday, the owners of Lola Bistro on the North Side made local news by announcing, starting this week, customers would have to show proof of covid-19 vaccination. That same day, their landlord posted a “notice to quit” on the restaurant, initiating court proceedings to collect $13,000 in unpaid rent....
Kiski Area poised to hire new superintendent
A woman appears to be in line to become Kiski Area School District’s next superintendent. Kiski Area officials wouldn’t identify the top candidate late this week, but Business Manager Peggy Gillespie said the district’s website would be updated Monday to announce the choice. The school board is expected to vote...
Friendship intersection to close this weekend for street art mural painting
Pittsburgh’s Department of Mobility and Infrastructure plans to close a five-way intersection in the Friendship neighborhood this weekend for a street art mural project. Here are the three roads that will be closed from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday: Roup Avenue from Friendship Avenue to Baum...
