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Man last seen in Allegheny River near Gilpin remains missing, police say
State police provided no updates Monday on the disappearance of a Punxsutawney man who was last seen swimming in the Allegheny River in Gilpin over the weekend. Nathan “Nate” Lauer, 38, was last seen around 7:30 a.m. Saturday, according to one witness’ statement to police. That witness, identified only by...
Man pleads to federal charges stemming from 2020 Pittsburgh riot
A man charged with setting fire to a Pittsburgh police car and assaulting a television camera operator during last year’s protests and riot over the death of George Floyd pleaded guilty in federal court on Monday. Christopher West, 36, who has previous addresses in Brookline and Mount Oliver, will be...
Several Lower Valley elections uncontested in May primary
At least four municipalities in the Lower Valley had no contested races in the May 18 primary for people seeking party nominations to run for office this fall. Aspinwall Voters saw three Democratic incumbents — Marcia Cooper, Jeff Harris and Lara Voytko — along with newcomer Mary Hancock on their...
Tarentum Dunkin’ shut down after health inspectors discover sewage leak
The Allegheny County Health Department shut down the Dunkin’ on East 10th Avenue in Tarentum after inspectors discovered what they said was sewage leaking from a grease trap and covering part of the floor. The May 21 inspection led inspectors to deem the coffee and doughnut shop an “imminent hazard,”...
Pennsylvania inches near Gov. Wolf’s 70% vaccination target for lifting mask mandate
Gov. Tom Wolf’s goal of having 70% of adult Pennsylvanians fully vaccinated against covid-19 may well be within reach in a month’s time. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Pennsylvania is just a half a percentage point shy of hitting 70% of adults with at...
Pittsburgh author Damon Young wins 2020 Thurber Prize for American Humor
Two years after the release of his book “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Blacker,” the accolades keep coming for Damon Young. The Pittsburgh author has won the 2020 Thurber Prize for American Humor. The Thurber Prize is a coveted national award named for writer and humorist James Thurber that...
Plum artist’s work will be featured at ESAL gallery space in Murrysville library
Clare Mears Stefanini began painting when she was in college at the University of North Carolina’s Wilmington campus. She eventually decided to major in art, and a group of her pieces will be on display throughout June in Murrysville. Stefanini joined the East Suburban Artists League this past winter, and...
Fox Chapel Area trio wins Governor’s STEM competition for occupancy tracking app
A team of Fox Chapel Area High School students earned top honors in the eighth annual Governor’s STEM Competition for their occupancy tracking system that revolutionizes social distancing practices. “CITISYNC” was devised by junior Janise Kim and sophomores Arvind Seshan and Prajval Sreenivas. It tracks the number of people in...
In brief: Richland Community Park Memorial Day service, mobile shredding event and more in Pine, Richland
Richland Community Park Memorial Day service Join American Legion Post No. 548 at Richland Community Park for a Memorial Day Service to honor the men and women who have fought to defend the United States. Please note the park will be closed to all other activities during this event. Participants...
In brief: Hampton’s farmers market set to open, Hidden Heritage scavenger hunt and more in Hampton
Farmers market The Hampton Township Farmers Market is scheduled to open its season June 2. The market operates from 3 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday through Oct. 13. It features local produce, honey, baked goods, spices and a variety of other items. Food trucks will be on-site several times during...
In brief: Aspinwall townwide yard sale set, basketball summer camp and more in Fox Chapel, Aspinwall
Aspinwall townwide yard sale set for June One man’s junk is another man’s treasure. Set up a table and join in. All Aspinwall residents are encouraged to participate in this yearly event. The event will be June 12 and 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Basketball summer camp After...
In brief: Fire and EMS Show, Food truck fest and more in Monroeville
Monroeville Fire and EMS Show The Monroeville Fire and EMS Show, formerly known as the Pittsburgh Fire and EMS Expo, will be June 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and June 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Monroeville Convention Center. Admission is $6, and children younger than...
In brief: Holiday Park VFD to hold golf tournament, Movie in the Park series and more in Plum, Oakmont
Holiday Park firefighters plan golf fundraiser Holiday Park Volunteer Fire Department will host a golf tournament July 25 at Meadowink Golf Course, 4076 Bulltown Road in Murrysville. Registration opens at 7 a.m. Putting green and driving range opens at 8; shotgun start is at 9. Other activities include a Chinese auction,...
In brief: Neighborhood sale, student news and more in Penn Hills
Neighborhood yard sale The Crescent Hills neighborhood will have a neighborhoodwide yard sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 12. Many of the homes throughout the neighborhood will be participating. See Crescent Hills Civic Assocition’s Facebook page for more information. Kennywood Picnic Ticket sales will be online this year...
North Hills roads reopened after being shut down because of flooding from morning rain storms
Several roads in the North Hills that were shut down this morning because of flooding from heavy, isolated rains howers have been reopened to traffic, PennDOT announced. The reopened roads are: • Union Avenue (Route 4023) in Bellevue • Seavey Road (Route 4004) in Shaler • Rochester Road (Route 4011)...
So you have woolly adelgid, now what?
The Penn State Extension office in Pittsburgh has been fielding daily phone calls from residents who discovered woolly adelgid on their native Eastern hemlocks. “The good news is that hemlock woolly adelgid can be managed fairly easily in the residential landscape,” said Brian Wolyniak, Penn State Extension educator in Pittsburgh....
Mega Millions ticket worth $516M sold in Bucks County
A winning Mega Millions ticket worth $516 million was sold in Bucks County, the Pennsylvania Lottery announced Monday. The ticket for the Friday drawing was sold at a 7-Eleven in Levittown. It matched all five white balls drawn — 6, 9, 17, 18, 48 — and the yellow Mega Ball,...
Man ordered to jail on $250K bond after police standoff in Mt. Pleasant
State police said a Mt. Pleasant man told troopers he snorted cocaine and drank “five beers” prior to his arrest Monday on charges of shooting toward three municipal police officers responding to his house for a report of a home invasion, according to court records. Richard W. Teeters, 49, was...
In brief: Free parking on Memorial Day, Blessing of the Bicycles and more in Sewickley
Free parking on Memorial Day Parking will be free in the Borough of Sewickley beginning at 1 p.m. May 28 through May 31. Enforcement will resume at 9 a.m. June 1. Deceased veterans service A service honoring our deceased Veterans will be held at 1 p.m. May 31 in the...
In brief: Vacation Bible School, blood drive and more in Bethel Park
Vacation Bible School VBS is coming to South Hills Church of the Nazarene, 5601 Library Road in Bethel Park. This year’s Vacation Bible School is Rocky Railway. The program will run over five consecutive Wednesdays beginning June 30 and ending July 28 from 6:30-8 p.m. Children that have just completed...
In brief: Discounted amusement tickets available, St. Barnabas golf outing and more in the North Hills
Discounted amusement tickets available Ross Township Community Center is offering discounted tickets to the following amusement parks. All are good for use any day. • Idlewild and Soak Zone: $35 • Kennywood: $35 • Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium: $13 • Sandcastle: $26 • Waldameer Park: $41 Tickets can be...
In brief: Jefferson Hills Fire Rescue car cruise, 5K volunteers needed and more in the South Hills
The Jefferson Hills Fire Rescue will be holding car cruises on May 29, July 31 and Aug. 21 from 3-8 p.m at the Floreffe Volunteer Fire Company, 1540 State St. The station is looking for businesses to help donate door prizes. For more information, visit the Jefferson Hills Fire Rescue’s...
In brief: Sawhill Center ribbon cutting, road work and more in Bridgeville, Carnegie area
Sawhill Center Ribbon Cutting The Sawhill Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the Historical Society of Carnegie will take place at noon May 29. Lt. Colonel Robert R. Sawhill Jr. was a Carnegie resident who served in the Vietnam War. His plane was shot down near Hanoi and he spent 2,031...
Pittsburgh officer hit by vehicle leaving traffic stop
A Pittsburgh police officer was hit by a vehicle at a traffic stop early Monday morning. According to police, the incident happened just before 3 a.m. when officers stopped a vehicle at Frankstown and Fifth avenues, at the border of Homewood and Larimer. Police said the vehicle matched the description...
The Stroller, May 24, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your club meetings, 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. Advice available for those with financial troubles Allegheny Valley Association of Churches has free support services available for anyone who is having...
