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West Deer looking for someone to fill Supervisor Shawn Maudhuit’s seat
West Deer is looking for a special person to take over the supervisor’s seat formally occupied by Shawn Maudhuit. Maudhuit, who was known for bringing recreational opportunities to the township, including reviving Community Days, died unexpectedly Sept. 20. He was 50. “While no one could ever possibly take the place...
Greensburg police Det. John Swank dead at 51
Detective Sgt. John F. Swank Jr. often dealt with grim circumstances during his 19 years with the Greensburg Police Department. Yet, the 51-year-old Greensburg man, who died Saturday in the emergency room of Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, will be remembered for his upbeat personality. “As good of a cop as...
Pa. still 3rd in animal-car collisions; End Roadkill PA raises funds for wildlife rehab
As Pennsylvania is still ranked third in the nation for the number of deer and other animal collisions with cars, a group from Philadelphia is trying to raise money for wildlife rehabilitation centers across the state. Wildlife Works in Youngwood, Westmoreland County, and Wild Bird Recovery in Butler County are...
Collision sends 3 to hospital, ties up eastbound traffic on Route 22 in Salem
A couple who had to be cut from their overturned Honda crossover vehicle and a male motorist in a van were taken to a local hospital after being involved in a collision Sunday morning on Route 22 in Salem. The crash was reported just before 10:30 a.m., at the intersection...
Pennsylvania officials get naked to address the importance of secrecy envelopes in mail-in ballots
Allegheny County Councilwoman Bethany Hallam wants to make sure every vote counts in the upcoming presidential election. So, she decided to get naked. Hallam and other elected officials this weekend launched a campaign featuring photos of them shirtless with graphics of mail-in ballots tastefully draped across their chests. The point...
Here is covid-19 data from Western Pa. colleges
Western Pennsylvania is home to several colleges and universities, attracting students from around the state and country. During the coronavirus pandemic, many are tracking the number of positive covid-19 cases as they emerge on campus. University of Pittsburgh Enrollment: Approximately 35,000 students Number of new cases: There were 26 new...
West Deer man known for his generosity recovering in North Carolina after motorcycle collision
Rob Keller of West Deer was riding his motorcycle down a hillside in Cullowhee, N.C., to raise money for homeless veterans in Pittsburgh last month when he was struck by an out-of-control pickup. Keller, 56, had been participating in the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge when the pickup rammed into him....
Historic New Kensington Alcoa building becoming 3-floor, indoor paintball arenaVideo
An historic, three-story building that once was Alcoa’s headquarters in New Kensington is becoming an indoor paintball battlefield. Rooms that had been offices and labs will become spaces players will have to carefully clear, lest they get nailed. The lowest floor, darkened, will glow in the dark. Tom Bianco, owner...
National Guard begins helping with covid-19 testing at Westmoreland Manor
Six National Guard members arrived Sunday morning at Westmoreland Manor and began assisting with testing for covid-19 infections at the nursing home. They are expected to remain at the home at least until Tuesday. The Guard members responded to a request for help Thursday by county officials, following a spike...
Who needs low prices? Everyone. Fifth dollar discount store comes to Lower Burrell
If you live in Lower Burrell and have to go to a dollar discount store, you won’t have to go far: The fifth discount store in the city, a Family Dollar, is moving into the former Walgreen’s store at 108 Greensburg Road near Parnassus. There are two Dollar Trees, two...
Upper Burrell to audit fire company’s books to quell concerns over proposed fire tax
Not only are some Upper Burrell residents resistant to paying a proposed 2-mill fire tax, but they have wanted, and just got, the township to pay an auditor to review the fire company’s finances. Supervisors rolled out a proposal for a 3-mill fire tax in August, then reduced the proposed...
Proposal outlines future, identifies key issues in Harrison, Brackenridge, Tarentum
Economic development, property deterioration, recreation and branding are the four key issues identified in a new comprehensive plan aimed at guiding the future of Harrison, Brackenridge and Tarentum. “Our goal was to formulate an implementable plan — not a 100-page plan that would sit on a shelf,” said Robin Bergstrom,...
The Stroller, Sept. 27, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Valley News Dispatch is compiling a list of autumn events and Halloween parades, parties and trick-or-treat nights. Send an email to cpinto-smith@triblive.com. Peoples Library plans annual Adventure with Wine event Peoples Library will sponsor a different kind of Adventure with Wine event – a drive-thru takeout meal with wine...
Dozen apartments charred by flames in Canonsburg, 1 person taken to hospital
Firefighters battled a blaze at an apartment complex in Canonsburg Sunday that damaged at least a dozen units, according to authorities. The fire broke out at about 1 p.m. along Summit Avenue, according to a Washington County 911 supervisor. One resident was taken to a local hospital for treatment of...
Eastern area real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 27
Churchill Gary Michaliszyn sold property at 57 Locksley Drive to Joseph and Theresa Mazzotti for $330,000. Vipin Gupta sold property at 172 Thornberry Drive to Sharieda Patterson for $238,000. Edgewood David Hood sold property at 116 Oakview Ave. to Michael and Anna Doyle for $235,000. Nathan Wetzel sold property at...
Shaler area real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 27
Reserve William Schnarrenberger sold property at 3901 Spring Garden Road to Jared Mitchell for $86,000. Shaler Shelly Swartz sold property at 45 Bismark St. to 25/7 Investments LLC for $173,100. SRIII LLC sold property at 807 Burchfield Road to James McKee and Ashly Rhiannon Dekort for $178,500. Paul Lindenfelser sold...
Hampton area real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 27
Hampton Carol Marsiglio sold property at 3305 Antler Drive to Christopher and Robert DeMichiei for $179,900. Myung Ki Yi sold property at 3092 Fairfield Court to Michael and Keri Hamberg for $700,000. Leslie Rd Associates LLC sold property at 5188 Hampton Place Drive to NVR Inc. for $154,904. NVR Inc....
The Herald area real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 27
Aspinwall Nathaniel Clark sold property at 136 Fourth St. to Rauhit Ashar and Melanie Seah for $388,000. Fox Chapel Todd Davis sold property at 10 Chapel Ridge Road to Omar Shams for $522,000. Mark Peterson sold property at 736 Fairview Road to Todd and Ellen Davis for $975,000. Michael Finke...
Linda Dickerson, consultant, longtime advocate for physically challenged, dies
For Linda Dickerson, making sure the many charitable organizations for whom she worked or served as a consultant were successful was more than just a job. It was a passion that grew from putting her own physical challenges aside to get things done for others. Ms. Dickerson, a longtime consultant...
Congressman Conor Lamb, GOP challenger Sean Parnell spar over ACA, civil unrest in WPXI debate
U.S. Rep. Conor Lamb and Republican challenger Sean Parnell sparred Saturday night over the Trump administration’s push to gut the Affordable Care Act in their first in-person debate. “My opponent favors overturning that law that protects you,” Lamb, 34, D-Mt. Lebanon, told viewers during the debate hosted by Trib news...
National Guard set to arrive at Westmoreland Manor Sunday morning
Six members of the Pennsylvania National Guard are scheduled to arrive at the Westmoreland Manor by 6 a.m. on Sunday to assist with a covid-19 outbreak at the county-owned nursing home, county officials announced. The Westmoreland County commissioners on Thursday requested help with testing from the Guard so the staff...
Recorded crowd noise is no match for live roars of Steelers Nation
For Pope Yinzer, nothing can replace the sights and sounds inside and outside Heinz Field on Sundays. The pope, Don Zadach Jr., 62, of Jefferson Hills, is a diehard Pittsburgh Steelers fan known for going to most games in his handcrafted, papal-themed costume. “Every Sunday is almost like a national...
Man flees on foot after car crash that heavily damaged New Kensington houseVideo
A car crashed into a New Kensington house Saturday morning with such force that it knocked out a corner of the concrete block building and landed in the middle of the kitchen. The vehicle was traveling along the 1200 block of Equator Alley, which runs behind Leishman Avenue about a...
Irwin theater to host Sunday church service
The stage at Irwin’s Lamp Theatre, silent during the past months of covid-19 pandemic restrictions, will awaken with a sermon and songs Sunday morning. Grace Collective, a newly formed independent church, has rented the theater for its second large gathering of members, in a service set to begin at 10...
Keystone Safari zoo near Grove City adds hour-long drive-thru tourVideo
The wildlife scene has increased at Keystone Safari near Grove City. Just up the road from Keystone Safari’s walk-thru park is their latest expansion: a self-guided drive-thru safari tour, offering interaction with more than 100 animals and 25 species. Keystone Safari opened in 2019 and is family-owned by Adam and...
