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Hempfield man charged in police chase through 4 municipalities
A Hempfield man is accused by Jeannette police of leading officers on a chase through four municipalities last month until he crashed and the car caught fire, according to court papers. Tyler David Varriano-Milan, 25, is charged with numerous offenses, including fleeing from police, driving under the influence and reckless...
Aspinwall council to consider more than $2 million in traffic upgrades
Aspinwall council will consider more than $2 million in traffic upgrades along Freeport Road that include increased parking, safer crosswalks and a directional change along Eastern Avenue. Council heard from consultants, TranSystems, during its March agenda meeting about a plan to improve safety for pedestrians and bikers, as well as...
Covid numbers hitting lows not seen since early November
Pennsylvania’s latest covid-19 data, released Monday by the state’s Department of Health, carries on the trend of lower numbers — in new cases, hospitalizations and deaths. Over the past two days, the state has recorded 3,176 new cases of coronavirus, an 11% drop from last Monday’s two-day report (3,573) and...
Allegheny County Dems endorse Ed Gainey in Pittsburgh mayoral race
Ed Gainey won the endorsement of the Allegheny County Democratic Committee in his challenge to Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto, becoming the first Black Pittsburgh mayoral candidate to earn the party’s endorsement. Peduto didn’t compete for the committee’s formal support, which was announced after a meeting Sunday. Gainey, 51, a five-term...
Carrick man accused of sexually assaulting coworker at North Huntingdon care facility
An Allegheny County man is accused of sexually assaulting a co-worker at a North Huntingdon nursing facility, according to court papers. Daniel A. Odu, 33, of Carrick is charged with attempted rape, aggravated indecent assault and indecent assault. Officials at The Grove at North Huntingdon contacted township police Feb. 6...
Hempfield Area prom set for May 1 at Stratigos
Students in the Hempfield Area School District will have the opportunity to go to prom this year after last year’s event was canceled due to covid-19. According to a post on the district’s Facebook page, this year’s prom is scheduled for May 1 at Stratigos Banquet Centre in North Huntingdon....
Westmoreland County commissioners set to lobby state lawmakers for more vaccine, pandemic recovery
The push for help to provide additional covid-19 vaccine doses will continue Monday when Westmoreland County commissioners are scheduled meet with the county’s 11-member state legislative delegation to address future needs. It will be the first joint meeting of the current three-member board of commissioners with state representatives, senators and...
Lawrenceville display shines light on domestic partner violence
The dozen life-size bold red figures can’t talk, but their presence speaks volumes. Each represents an Allegheny County woman killed because of intimate partner violence. The 12 are for an installation called “Silent Witness Silhouettes” and will be displayed from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. They’ll be lined outside...
Warm temperatures, sunny skies expected in early part of week
The Pittsburgh region will see hints of spring this week as unseasonably warm temperatures arrive. Breaking out of colder temperatures that struggled to reach past the 40s last weekend, much of Southwestern Pennsylvania is expected to experience temperatures in the mid-50s Monday, according to Chris Leonardi, a meteorologist with the...
TribLive Sniff Test: Scents from the Demeter Fragrance LibraryVideo
Today on the TribLive Taste Test, it’s actually the TribLive Sniff Test, as we sample fragrances — some of which are, shall we say, quite a ways off the beaten path — from the Demeter Fragrance Library. We’ll try to guess what each one is, and decide whether it’s something...
In brief: Virtual bingo, cleanup day and more in Hampton
Dyngus Day Dash 5K on tap The Pittsburgh Chapter of the Kosciuszko is hosting the inaugural Dyngus Day Dash 5K on April 10 at North Park. All money raised at the race will be used to support the Pittsburgh community through student scholarships and public events. To register for the...
In brief: Dyngus Day Dash 5K, Glenshaw Craft Show and more in Shaler
Dyngus Day Dash 5K race on tap The Pittsburgh Chapter of the Kosciuszko is hosting the inaugural Dyngus Day Dash 5K at North Park on April 10. All money raised at the race will be used to support the Pittsburgh community through student scholarships and public events. To register for...
Police log: Drug possession, harassment among charges filed in Monroeville for Feb. 18-24, 2021
The following charges were filed Feb. 20-24 with Monroeville District Judge Jeffrey L. Herbst. All charges were filed by Monroeville police, unless otherwise noted: • Kaitlyn McDevitt, 31, of Monroeville with two counts each of recklessly endangering another person and simple assault. Charges were filed Feb. 20 in connection with...
In brief: Student news, baseball tryouts and more in Monroeville
Student news • Macy Perry of Monroeville was named to the dean’s list at Wilkes University for the fall semester 2020. To be named to the dean’s list, students must obtain a minimum 3.5 GPA and carry at least 12 credits. • Ryan Mahokey of Monroeville has been placed on...
In brief: Penn Hills Parks & Recreation Easter egg hunt, anxiety management workshop and more in Penn Hills
Easter egg hunt on tap The Penn Hills Parks & Recreation will host a Easter Egg hunt April 3 at Penn Hills Community Park from noon to 3 p.m. The event is free to attend. Each child will hunt for 10 prize eggs and will receive a treat bag containing...
In brief: La Roche to expand mental health services; career center open house on tap; fish fry takeout available
La Roche to expand mental health services La Roche University will partner with the JED Foundation, a nationally recognized nonprofit, to improve campus mental health resources. The four-year partnership will focus on enhancing and expanding mental health services to the whole campus community. The University also plans to connect students...
2 Hempfield Area schools temporarily closed because of covid-19 cases
Two Hempfield Area schools are temporarily closed because of multiple covid-19 cases, school officials announced. The high school and Fort Allen Elementary are closed Monday, according to Superintendent Tammy Wolicki. Students, who will participate in remote learning Monday, will return to the classroom on Tuesday. According to an online covid-19...
Police: 1 person in critical condition after Clairton shooting
Allegheny County police are investigating a shooting in Clairton that left one person in critical condition Sunday night, officials with the department said. First responders were called to the 500 block of Farnsworth Avenue around 9:50 p.m. after Allegheny County dispatchers were notified of the shooting. On scene, officials said...
The Stroller, March 8, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Valley News Dispatch will publish a list of community Easter egg hunts and activities. To have an event listed online and in the print edition, send the information as soon as possible to The Stroller, Valley News Dispatch, 210 Fourth Ave., Tarentum PA 15084 or email Carol Pinto-Smith; email...
In brief: 5K races, Women’s Business Network meetings and more in Pine Creek, Richland
Dyngus Day Dash The Pittsburgh Chapter of the Kosciuszko Foundation is hosting the inaugural Dyngus Day Dash 5K on April 10 at North Park. All money raised at the race will be used to support the Pittsburgh community through student scholarships and public events. To register for the Dyngus Day...
In Brief: Virtual Bingo, Easter Egg hunt and more in the North Hills
Virtual Shamrock Bingo Feel lucky and put that green hat on. The McCandless Activities Advisory Committee is sponsoring a virtual “shamrock” bingo via Zoom on March 18 from 7-8 pm. It’s free to register and all ages are welcome to virtually attend. There will be prizes for winners. Registration is...
Pandemic weighs on mental health as people cope with anxiety, fears
Almost a year into the covid-19 pandemic, feeling stressed is an understatement, Jenn Sillett said. The 42-year-old mother of three has not set foot inside a store or restaurant for the better part of the past year, only leaving her Hempfield home to take her 19-year-old daughter, Sierra Williams, to...
Franklin Regional’s ‘Into the Woods’ cast preps for pared-down productionVideo
Franklin Regional Senior High School students will present their spring musical, Stephen Sondheim’s “Into the Woods,” to a much smaller audience than usual due to health and safety restrictions. But the cast is still hard at work preparing for the show. “Into the Woods” will run March 11-14 in the...
Norwin officials to discuss in-school options for instruction
Norwin school officials are planning to discuss options for more in-person instruction during a school board meeting set for 6:30 p.m. Monday. Superintendent Jeff Taylor is expected to address plans for students in grades five through 11 to have the option of returning to school for four days of in-person...
Penn Hills High School students honor Black and women’s history with project
With February being Black History Month and March Women’s History Month, Penn Hills High School English teacher Rachel Schifino had students develop artwork based on literature that recognizes both. “We’re creating a collaborative slide show of image macros (posters) to showcase the beauty and experiences of Black women through the...
