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Johnstown police dog dies in line of duty after warehouse break-in
An attempted burglary inside a Cambria County warehouse Sunday ended with five people in custody, and a veteran Johnstown Police K-9 died during a search for the suspects. Johnstown Police Department Interim Chief Chad Miller said K-9 Titan was assisting in the search through a five-story building when he fell...
Rachel Carson Bridge reopens in Pittsburgh after lengthy closure
The Allegheny County Department of Public Works announced Monday that the Rachel Carson Bridge, formerly known as the Ninth Street Bridge, has reopened. It’s been closed since February 2019 for a $23.3 million rehabilitation project. During the closure, the bridge had repairs to its steel structures and construction of a...
Forest Hills pre-kindergartner earns Shady Side Academy scholarship
A Forest Hills pre-kindergartner was awarded full tuition for his entire Shady Side Academy education, through his senior year. It is worth more than $300,000. Abram Amos-Abanyie was named the school’s newest EQT Scholar, providing a full-ride education at the school which was recently named the Best Private School in...
Hampton switching to remote learning for 10 days to avoid covid spread
The Hampton Township School District will shift to remote learning for 10 days to address concerns raised by health officials that people traveling during the Thanksgiving break could cause covid cases to spike. Students will return to online instruction from Dec. 1 to 10, school officials announced in a letter...
Allegheny County Board of Elections certifies election results
The Allegheny County Board of Elections certified the results of the Nov. 3 election in 2-1 vote Monday morning, but excluded some ballots that are part of pending litigation. County Councilman Sam DeMarco cast the lone “no” vote. Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, the board chair, and county Councilwoman Bethany...
Here’s where to see drive-thru Christmas lights in Western Pennsylvania
Driving around town to see the neighbors’ decorations has long been a holiday tradition. But if you want something on a grander scale — say, lasers or 1 million twinkling LED lights — try one of these holiday displays, sure to impress even the most skeptical Scrooge. Holiday Laser Show...
Derry man died after crashing while suffering medical emergency
A Derry man died Saturday after crashing on Route 217 while suffering a medical emergency, according to authorities. John Albert Eckert, 62, was driving in Derry Township just before noon when state police said his vehicle traveled off the road and hit a tree near Lois Lane. Police said Eckert...
News briefs: Oakmont changes policy on public access to borough building
Oakmont officials modified borough building accessibility because of the covid-19 pandemic. People will only be allowed inside the lobby of 767 Fifth St. between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. weekdays. All who enter must wear masks. People who need to drop off items at other times can utilize a drop...
News briefs: Wreath sales, catered drive-thru dinner on tap
The Glenshaw Century Club will host a drive-thru catered dinner Dec. 4. Catered by Heavenly Cuisine, the event will be from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Glenshaw Valley Presbyterian Church, 1520 Butler Plank Road. The cost is $15 per meal. The menu includes glazed ham, macaroni and cheese, green...
News briefs: Holiday live-stream concert, Santa Tour, toy drives and more
The annual Community of Music event sponsored by North Hills Cares will be switched to a virtual performance this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. The live streamed concert from the Block Northway in Ross will be performed from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on Dec. 4. The concert will feature...
In Brief: Operation Santa Claus, radon detectors, online holiday music concert and more
Families can have a personalized letter sent to their children from Santa at a cost of $5 with proceeds benefiting the Operation Santa Claus charity. The letters feature a child’s name, references to items they put on their Christmas wish list and a special “PS” from Santa. The letter will...
News briefs: Operation Santa Claus letters, school food survey, holiday tour, toy drive and more
Families can have a personalized letter sent to their children from Santa Claus at a cost of $5 with proceeds benefiting the Operation Santa Clause charity. The letters feature a child’s name, references to items they put on their Christmas wish list and a special “PS” from Santa. The letter...
News briefs: Drive-thru dinner fundraiser, business networking sessions on tap
The Glenshaw Century Club will host a drive-thru catered dinner Dec. 4. Catered by Heavenly Cuisine, the event will be 3 to 7 p.m. at the Glenshaw Valley Presbyterian Church, 1520 Butler Plank Road. The cost is $15 per meal. The menu includes glazed ham, macaroni and cheese, green beans,...
Man dead, another in stable condition after shooting in Tarentum
One man was killed and another was in stable condition after a shooting early Monday morning in Tarentum, police said. Allegheny County Police, who assisted borough police, said officers were notified about the shooting victims around midnight after they were driven to Allegheny Valley Hospital in Harrison. An 18-year-old man...
2 Hempfield Area schools closed as coronavirus cases rise
Two schools in the Hempfield Area School District are closed as coronavirus cases continue to increase among staff and students. Hempfield Area High School and West Point Elementary School were closed Monday and will remain closed Tuesday, according to Superintendent Tammy Wolicki. The closure will last through Dec. 1 in...
1 person dead, another in critical condition after Wilkinsburg shooting, police said
One person was killed and another is in critical condition after a shooting Sunday evening in Wilkinsburg, police said. Officers with the Allegheny County Police Department responded to the 1000 block of Rebecca Avenue around 7:50 p.m. in response to a shooting. On scene, police found a 35-year-old man dead...
The Stroller, Nov. 23, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Clothing Closet at Central Presbyterian Church accepting donations The Clothing Closet at Central Presbyterian Church, Tarentum, is accepting donations of clothing for men, women and children, as well as purses, shoes and belts. Donations will be accepted during Closet operating hours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at the...
In Brief: Holiday live-stream concert, recycling pickup and more in the North Hills
Community of Music concert going virtual The annual Community of Music event sponsored by North Hills Cares will be switched to a virtual performance this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. The live-streamed concert from the Block Northway in Ross will be performed from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on Dec....
Thanksgiving meal a treat for dogs, boost for Ligonier Valley animal rescueVideo
Zena displayed her genteel manners Sunday when she was served an early Thanksgiving meal. She slowly chewed her way through a turkey meatloaf and a side of sweet potatoes. She even licked the crumbs from the floor. The 3-year-old Lab mix was one of more than a dozen canines booked...
In Brief: Holiday live-streamed concert, Breakfast Club for kids and more in Pine, Richland
Annual Community of Music concert going virtual The annual Community of Music event sponsored by North Hills Cares will be switched to a virtual performance this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. The live-streamed concert from the Block Northway in Ross will be performed from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on...
Members of North Catholic hockey team move to remote learning after reported covid-19 case
Members of the varsity hockey team at North Catholic High School in Cranberry are moving to remote learning after a covid-19 case was reported among someone associated with the team. John Benzing, assistant principal at the Diocese of Pittsburgh school, said members of the varsity hockey team will miss practices...
West Deer wants to tear down dangerous, blighted duplex
The West Deer supervisors want to tear down a condemned duplex that has been deemed a public nuisance. The duplex is at 3-5 Oak St. in the township’s Russellton neighborhood. Supervisors approved seeking bids to demolish the structure. Bill Payne, West Deer’s zoning and code enforcement officer, inspected the building...
Plum closes school buildings through Dec. 1 because of covid-19 outbreak
Plum School District is closing its buildings and moving to remote learning to contain a covid-19 outbreak, district officials announced Sunday. Four employees and three students notified the district they tested positive for covid-19, the district said in a news release. One high school employee and two students were among...
Tarentum teen continues to provide turkeys to those in need
A Tarentum teen is doing his part to prove that hockey players are good people. Wesley Westerman, 15, started collecting turkeys for needy families last year after he read an article and saw a YouTube clip of “The Social” co-host Jessica Allen describing hockey players as conceited and rude. Wesley...
Aspinwall residents, business owners doing their part so everyone enjoys Thanksgiving
Aspinwall is experiencing a turkey trifecta of Thanksgiving generosity. Three separate groups in the borough — two close friends, business owners and a borough official — are on turkey-themed holiday mission to make Thanksgiving Day special, more convenient and meaningful for the Pittsburgh public. Friendly Turkey Time Molly O’Brien, 39,...
