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Part of Thompson Run Road in Ross closing for Jeff Daniels TV series filming
A section of Thompson Run Road in Ross will be shut down on Thursday for the filming of “Rust,” a Showtime series starring Jeff Daniels. Fidelis Productions has secured a permit to close off a 1.2-mile section of the road between Babcock Boulevard and Vilsack Road from noon to 11:59...
PennDOT plans traffic stoppages on Tarentum Bridge
Brief traffic stoppages will occur Wednesday on the Tarentum Bridge as crews perform work there, PennDOT announced Monday. Stoppages of 15 minutes or less will happen as needed in each direction between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. During the stoppages, crews will perform jacking operations on the bridge, requiring traffic...
Donora man accused of leading police on slow-speed pursuit in Monessen before running away
A Washington County man jailed on charges of fleeing a January traffic stop is facing additional charges in connection with a slow-speed pursuit in Monessen last week, according to court dockets. Denzell Darshai Johnson, 23, of Donora, was jailed last week on multiple criminal charges related to a Jan. 26...
Job fairs planned at Seven Springs to hire 400 summer workers
Seven Springs Mountain and Hidden Valley resorts plan to hire 400 full- and part-time seasonal workers. Two summer job fairs have been scheduled to fill the positions at the Somerset County facilities. Available positions include adventure staff, zipline guides, lifeguards, servers, bartenders, cooks, golf and sporting clays positions and more....
Woman, 70, jailed for 17 hours sues Pittsburgh, Sharpsburg police officers
When Mary Lewin accidentally backed into a parked car as she left a Sharpsburg business on Aug. 3, 2018, she thought she did the responsible thing. She wrote out her contact information and left a note on the vehicle’s windshield. She also waited 15 minutes to see if anyone returned...
Pennsylvania posts lowest 2-day covid case report since March 23
The state’s latest covid-19 new case report, issued Monday, has not been this low since the fourth week of March. The Pennsylvania Department of Health reported Monday a single-day new case total of 1,914 — the first below 2,000 since March 22. When combined with Sunday’s single-day report of 3,761...
2 community groups plan coronavirus vaccine clinics in North Huntingdon, Greensburg
Community groups are partnering with pharmacies for two free, appointment-only coronavirus vaccine clinics this week. North Huntingdon EMS/Rescue is holding a clinic with Rite Aid on Tuesday at Calvary Church, 8653 Pennsylvania Ave. The Moderna vaccine, for anyone 18 and older, will be administered and, as of midday Monday, more...
Gov. Wolf receives covid vaccine shot
Gov. Tom Wolf received his first dose of covid vaccine Monday morning, about a week after Pennsylvania opened eligibility to all residents. “I was happy to wait until every Pennsylvanian who wants a vaccine was eligible to get my own, and I was really pleased to get my first dose...
Pine-Richland schedules meeting to fill board vacancy created amid football coach’s firing
The Pine-Richland school directors will meet April 27 to fill a vacancy on the school board created by a board member who resigned amid the controversial firing of football coach Eric Kasperowicz. The board voted unanimously during a special meeting on Friday to accept the resignation of school director Ben...
Bridgeville residents who rescued neighbor from burning home honored
Heroic efforts were recognized at the April 12 Bridgeville council meeting. On March 20, Bridgeville residents Stephen Hines and Zach Adams, who are stepfather and stepson, rescued their neighbor from his burning home. The pair were doing renovations on their pizza shop, Country Style Bakery & Pizza, when they noticed...
4/20 munchies? Gobbleritos on the menu at Mad Mex
You’ve heard of Christmas in July. How about Thanksgiving in April? Mad Mex, the regional restaurant with 12 locations in the Pittsburgh region, will be selling its signature Gobbleritos on Tuesday. The Gobblerito is among the biggest burritos crafted at Mad Mex, the flagship of Big Burrito Restaurant Group, and...
Naloxone distribution, drug takeback set for Rostraver state police station
A drive-thru naloxone distribution is set for this weekend in Rostraver through the Mon Valley Opioid Coalition and Pennsylvania State Police. The distribution will be held outside the Belle Vernon state police station at 560 Circle Drive from noon to 1 p.m. Saturday. Naloxone can reverse the effects of an...
In brief: Bingo, student news, volunteers needed and more in Monroeville, Pitcairn
Bingo returns to hose company Pitcairn Hose Company #1’s Bingo is back. The Bingo is held every Saturday at their station, 100 South Center Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; early-bird games start at 6:45; and regular games begin at 7. Jackpot is $300 and must go every week. The...
In brief: Blood drive, volunteers needed for cleanup and more in Fox Chapel, Aspinwall
The Cooper-Siegel Community Library is working with Vitalant to host a blood drive in memory of Kristine Niemann, a well-loved and longtime library volunteer who passed away in March from an autoimmune disorder. “We are honored to have this opportunity to celebrate Kris’ life and all that she did for...
In brief: Twin-Boros Memorial Day, Garden Club of Oakmont plant sale and more in Plum, Oakmont
The Twin-Boros Memorial Day parade and ceremony will take place May 31. The parade kicks off at 9:30 a.m. on East Railroad Avenue and will proceed to the cemetery in Oakmont. This year’s parade marshal is Frank Bonaroti with State Representative Carrie Del Rosso serving as grand marshal. The ceremony...
In brief: Verona’s 150th celebration, spring walk and more in Penn Hills, Verona
Verona will kick off its sesquicentennial celebrations marking 150 years since its May 10, 1871 incorporation. The event marks the kickoff of summer festivities celebrating the borough. There will be a musical performance from the Western PA Center for the Arts, and local historians will share stories from Verona’s past....
In brief: Spring plant sale, museum opening and more in Hampton
The Greybrooke Garden Club is hosting its annual spring plant sale form 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 8 in McCandless. Hanging baskets, perennials, herbs, annuals and garden supplies will be available for purchase. The event is being held in the grassy area near the Bonefish Grill restaurant in...
In brief: Spring plant sale, chemical e-waste pickup and more in Pine, Richland
Spring plant sale The Greybrooke Garden Club is hosting its annual spring plant sale form 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 8 in McCandless. Hanging baskets, perennials, herbs, annuals and garden supplies will be available for purchase. The event is being held in the grassy area near the Bonefish...
April snow showers could hit Western Pa. this week
Say it ain’t snow. The National Weather Service is calling for possible snow showers on Wednesday, with some accumulation possible. “We’re going to have a cold front sweep through the area on Tuesday night into Wednesday,” said Chris Leonardi, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Moon. “We’re expecting...
Single-lane restrictions begin today in Edgeworth
Overhead utility work on Route 65 (Ohio River Boulevard) in Edgeworth began today, according to a news release from PennDOT. Single-lane restrictions will occur on Route 65 in each direction between Hazel Lane and Ferry Street from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day through early June. Crews from Thompson...
Homicides, violent crimes surging in Pittsburgh this year
Six people have been killed in 17 shootings throughout Pittsburgh since April 3, part of a surge of violent crime in the city this year, officials said Monday. As of Monday, police have investigated 20 homicides and nearly 50 non-fatal shootings in 2021, according to numbers provided by the city’s...
In brief: Spring cleanup, National Take-Back Initiative and more in Bethel Park
Banner Community The Municipality of Bethel Park has recently been named a ‘2021 Banner Community’ by the Allegheny League of Municipalities. A recognition will be held at the upcoming ALOM Educational Conference scheduled for June 17-20. The Banner Community Program recognizes communities that show a commitment to professional development, prudent...
In brief: Farmers market, Science on Screen at Tull and more in Sewickley
Sewickley farmers market The Sewickley farmers market is back. The market is open every Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through Nov. 1 at the St. James Church of the Divine Redeemer Parish, 200 Walnut St., in the parking lot. Tull Family Theater launches Science on Screen Tull Family Theater’s Science...
In Brief: Spring plant sale, blessing of the athletes and more in North Hills
Plant sale The Greybrooke Garden Club is hosting its annual spring plant sale 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 8 in McCandless. Hanging baskets, perennials, herbs, annuals and garden supplies will be available for purchase. The event is being held in the grassy area near the Bonefish Grill restaurant...
In brief: Plant sale, leaf collection, more in South Fayette, Carnegie
Plant sale First United Presbyterian Church of Rennerdale is holding an online plant sale. A variety of flowers and veggie plants will be available to purchase. All plants come from Janoski’s Farm & Greenhouse. The last day to order is April 23. Pick up is on May 8 at the...
