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Fallen Heroes Run will honor 14th Quartermaster reservists killed by Iraqi missile
Motorcyclists are invited to visit Hempfield on Saturday to “ride for a reason” — honoring the ultimate sacrifice 30 years ago made by 13 members of the local Army Reserve 14th Quartermaster Detachment. The third annual Fallen Heroes Run, organized by nonprofit Operation Vet NOW, will begin at 10:30 a.m....
Carnegie Mellon reinstates mask mandate
Carnegie Mellon University is reinstating a universal mask mandate for students and staff, effective Aug. 15, CMU Vice President for Operations Daryl Weinert announced Monday. The announcement, effective two weeks before the start of class, comes as colleges and K-12 schools across the country weigh fall safety protocols amid a...
Majority of Spirit flights canceled Monday at Westmoreland, Pittsburgh airports
Numerous Spirit Airlines flights at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport and Pittsburgh International Airport were canceled Monday, mirroring problems at other airports the low-cost carrier serves. The Florida-based airline issued a statement indicating the problem was triggered by a series of “weather and operational challenges” over the weekend. It said rumors...
Birds of a feather can now flock together under McCandless’ new chicken ordinance
McCandless residents can now add some free-range feathered friends to their brood if they live in certain parts of town. Council has adopted the final measures needed for residents in single- or two-family homes, as well as people in planned residential developments and mixed-use district that includes the Perry Highway...
Police accuse Arnold man of choking woman, burning officer, hurting child
An Arnold woman told police she thought a man was going to kill her when he grabbed her by the throat Friday night, according to a criminal complaint. Arnold police said Troyan Joseph Wilkins, 28, also burned an officer’s hand with a cigarette when the officer allowed him to have...
Former Jeannette man killed in Indiana County car crash
A 41-year-old man was killed Saturday in a one-vehicle crash just off Route 22 at the Route 217 exit ramp in Indiana County, according to Blairsville police. Jeffrey M. Detore of Twin Rocks, Cambria County, and formerly of Jeannette, died in the crash that was reported to Indiana County dispatchers...
Hempfield woman arrested after girl, 2, spotted on Route 136 alone
A Hempfield woman was arrested Monday after state police said a 2-year-old girl was found wandering alone outside her Route 136 home last month, according to court papers. Carmen S. Riffer, 20, is facing a single charge of felony child endangerment. Troopers were called to the Fort Allen section of...
Rabies vaccine baits distributed throughout Allegheny County
Dog owners are encouraged to keep their pets on leashes for at least the next week while Allegheny County distributes rabies vaccines baits across the region, especially in parks. The baiting takes place through Sept. 15. According to Allegheny County’s website, previous baiting sessions have yielded problems with off-leash dogs...
2nd Penn State student dies of covid-19 complications
Students and staff at Penn State are mourning the coronavirus-related death of a second student from the university. Neil Patel, 20, a sixth semester Penn State Honors College scholar from Upper Merion Township, died Sunday at a Philadelphia hospital, where he was taken in mid-April with severe effects of covid-19....
Hempfield man accused of attempting to fake court-ordered drug test
A Hempfield man who police say rigged a smoothie drink pouch to a rubber hose was charged Monday with attempting to fake a drug test, according to court documents. Kevin J. Harrold, 56, was charged with a misdemeanor count of furnishing drug-free urine after allegedly attempting to falsify a drug...
Blood drive set for The Block Northway to address critical supply shortage
A blood drive to help address a sharp decline in the supply during recent weeks will be held Wednesday at The Block Northway shopping center in Ross. People who donate blood also will get a token of appreciation — a general admission ticket to Sandcastle Water Park. Registration to donate...
In brief: Plum Republican Committee meeting, Plum Creek church rummage sale and more in Plum
Plum Republican Committee meeting The Plum Borough Republican Committee (PBRC) will meet at 5 p.m. on Aug. 19 at the basement banquet hall of Palmieri’s Restaurant on 951 Old Frankstown Road in Plum. The featured guest speaker will be Congressman Mike Kelly who represents the 16th District of Pennsylvania. The...
In brief: Fellowship news, church set to close, Healing Hearts & Minds and more in Monroeville
Fellowship • Hillcrest United Presbyterian Church will be holding an outdoor yard/craft sale Aug. 14. The sale will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the front lawn of the church and is open to the public. Tables are available for a donation of $10 for you to sell...
In brief: Summerfest, Summer Movie Series, open houses and more on tap in Penn Hills
Summerfest The sixth annual Summerfest will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 7 at Friendship Park. Enjoy a fun-filled community event featuring music, food trucks, a petting zoo and a free children’s activity area. Zambelli Fireworks will follow at 9:20 p.m. Summer Movie Series The Penn Hills Summer Movie...
In brief: Women’s Business Network, 50-year reunion scheduled and more in Fox Chapel
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, including networking, mastermind groups, and ongoing professional education, while expanding their circle of influence in the marketplace. All professional women...
In brief: Family fun day, McCandless dems summer meet and greet, and more in Hampton
Family Fun Day set at Allison Park church Nativity Lutheran Church in Allison Park will host its Family Fun Day on Aug. 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is geared toward children from pre-school through sixth grade and their parents. Activities will be available at the following...
In brief: Women’s Business Network meetings, movies in the park and more in Pine, Richland
Women’s Business Network meetings set Women’s Business Network is an award-winning business association that supports the success and growth of women in business through networking, education and leadership opportunities. Guests are welcome to attend a meeting at no cost. To learn more, visit wbninc.com. The Cranberry Chapter holds regular meetings...
Meridian Road in Richland to close Saturday for St. Barnabas Free Care 5K
The Allegheny County Department of Public Works has granted a permit to St. Barnabas Charities to close Meridian Road between Bakerstown Road and Gibsonia Road (Route 910) in Richland Township for the St. Barnabas Free Care 5K on Saturday morning. The closure will occur from 8:30 to 10 a.m....
In brief: Millvale Music Festival, outdoor movie night and more in the North Hills
Millvale Music Festival, taking place Friday and Saturday, continues to grow in its fourth year with the expansion of the visual art component and the largest-yet lineup of Opening Night festivities. Approximately 250 musical acts will be playing at 24 venues across Millvale, including Chip & The Charge Ups, The...
In brief: Legislative lunch, concert in the park and more in Carnegie, South Fayette area
Legislative Lunch The South Hills Chamber of Commerce will host Sen. Devlin Robinson, Rep. Natalie Mihalek, Rep. Dan Miller, District Judge Ron Arnoni and other local elected officials for an engaging and informative discussion and update on the status of relevant legislation in the works that will enhance opportunities for...
In brief: Greater Pittsburgh Business Connection, traveling glass recycling bin, more in Sewickley
The Greater Pittsburgh Business Connection The Greater Pittsburgh Business Connection, a referral group of business professionals, will meet at the Eat‘n Park on Route 60 in Robinson Township for breakfast from 7:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m Aug. 11. Speakers are Brian Koeberle, Esquire and Bill Paviol of ADT Security Systems....
In brief: Children’s drama club, legislative lunch and more in Bethel Park
Children’s drama and music club South Hills Church of the Nazarene, located at 5601 Library Road, presents the next session of the Acting Up Club, a drama and music club for children in second through sixth grades, Wednesdays (6:30-8:15 p.m.) Sept. 15 through Dec. 8 to prepare for a Christmas...
In brief: South Hills Chorale concert, vacation bible school and more in the South Hills
South Hills Chorale concert The South Hills Chorale will present a free concert at 6 p.m. Aug. 8, at the Black Ashes shelter (Farm Show Drive) in South Park. The concert is being held by the Chorale in celebration of their joyous return to rehearsals as they prepare for the...
The Stroller, Aug. 2, 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. National Night Out planned in Northmoreland Park A National Night Out celebration will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at...
Greensburg man dies in Butler County motorcycle crash
A Greensburg man died in a motorcycle crash Friday in Butler County, state police said. State police identified the man as Brian D. Keller, 50. According to state police, the crash happened around 7 p.m. Friday on Kittanning Pike Road near Pine Road in Fairview Township. Police said Keller was...
