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Moon man killed in Parkway East motorcycle crash
A motorcyclist died in a crash with an SUV Monday on the Parkway East outbound, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s office identified the motorcyclist as Gregory John Rozzo, 60, of Moon. Rozzo was headed east in the center lane and the SUV was in the...
Former administrator contends retaliation in lawsuit against Pittsburgh Public Schools
A former deputy superintendent for the Pittsburgh Public Schools is suing the district for retaliation, alleging his contract wasn’t renewed after he showed support for another employee in a race discrimination complaint. Anthony Anderson was hired in October 2016 and left the district three years later, serving as the deputy...
Open house for proposed Hempfield parks set for September
Hempfield residents again will have an opportunity to view conceptual plans for two proposed parks. A public meeting is scheduled Sept. 16, when community members can view plans for parks slated for Walden Court Drive and at a property along Route 136 near Hempfield Area High School. Township staff and...
Continuing storms slow power outage repairs, could cause more blackouts
While power companies continued to restore electricity Friday to more than 40,000 customers who were in the dark during violent storms Thursday night, additional outages could be in the offing as more storms roll through the region. “We’re on a roller coaster,” said Todd Meyers, spokesman for West Penn Power....
Westmoreland had nearly 50% fewer covid cases in August than July
Westmorland County experienced nearly 50% fewer cases of covid-19 in August than in July. The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Tuesday added six new cases, bringing the county’s total for August to 406. That total is 47% less than July’s 763 cases. Westmoreland County has seen a total of 1,815...
Plans tabled for new Kenny Ross Mazda dealership
North Huntingdon officials this week tabled a review of plans for a new Kenny Ross Mazda dealership, between the Kenny Ross Subaru and the existing Mazda dealership along Route 30. Kenny Ross Automotive Group’s plans for the new building were not ready to be reviewed, Ryan Fonzi, North Huntingdon planning...
President Trump to campaign in Westmoreland County this week
President Donald Trump will make a campaign stop Thursday in Unity, according to his campaign website. Trump is scheduled to speak at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport at 7 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m. “It’s really exciting to see him coming back into the county, he did so well there....
Slide repairs begin on Verona Road in Penn Hills
A portion of Verona Road in Penn Hills closed Monday as crews began working on a slide remediation project, PennDOT announced. The road will be closed all day and night between Lincoln and Coal Hollow roads. Motorists will be detoured by taking Verona Road, Coal Hollow Road and Frankstown Road....
Greensburg seeks applicants for vacated council seat
Greensburg is seeking a new council member. Councilwoman Cheryl Lennert resigned this month, citing family matters. The city hopes to fill her seat at its regular meeting Sept. 14, according to a notice published by city solicitor Zachary Kansler. Applicants must drop off a letter of interest at City Hall...
Woman dies after Hempfield crash
A Finleyville woman died Sunday after a vehicle crash in Westmoreland County, officials said. The victim was identified as Lucinda Jones, 41, according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner. The incident happened just after 10 p.m. in the 1500 block of Arona Road, Hempfield. Jones was taken to Forbes Regional...
Franklin Regional band will boogie in place at disco-themed halftime show
New Franklin Regional Senior High School Band Director Larry Silvestri thought the toughest part of his new position would be answering thousands of questions from band members. “When I was assistant director, I could walk down the hall with no problem,” Silvestri said with a laugh. “Now all I do...
Brighton Heights shooting injures 1
Pittsburgh police are investigating after a male was shot early Monday in the city’s Brighton Heights neighborhood, public safety officials said. The incident occurred just after midnight in the 1500 block of Davis Avenue. Police said the victim was shot in the knee but was able to run to a...
The Stroller, Aug. 31, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Is your non-profit organization going to have a fundraiser? Send information to The Stroller at least a week in advance to vndnews@tribweb.com. Please include a daytime telephone number. Follow the Stroller on Twitter @VNDStroller for a daily link to The Stroller. ‘Harwick Remembered’ book on sale at Springdale Library Springdale...
Lower Burrell woman, others join 6-person living-donor transplant swapVideo
Katherine “Kate” Maloney is definitely a daddy’s girl. And her father, Steve Leach, is definitely a girl dad. “When I look at my dad, I see a strong, hardworking man. I see my best friend,” said Maloney, 30, of Lower Burrell. “I see an amazing grandfather. I love that I...
Greensburg Bishop Malesic bids farewell to dioceseVideo
It was five years ago that Bishop Edward C. Malesic celebrated Mass at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral in Greensburg to formally take the reins of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Greensburg. On Sunday, Malesic, 60, again presided over Mass at the cathedral, but this time it was to bid farewell to...
Joe Biden to visit Southwestern Pennsylvania Monday; location, details not announced
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is planning a visit to Southwestern Pennsylvania on Monday, according to officials with his campaign. A press release issued by the Biden/Harris campaign said the former vice president “will travel to southwestern Pennsylvania to lay out a core question voters face in this election: Are...
Leechburg High’s Class of 1961 dedicates bench as memorial to classmates who have died
A new bench in Leechburg offers more than just relaxing views of the Kiski River. On Friday, the Leechburg Area High School Class of 1961 dedicated a new steel black bench, complete with a custom plaque, at Riverfront Park in Leechburg. The event was organized by LAHS ‘61 alumnus Jerry...
Pa. implements OmniBallot tool for blind voters in November election
Blind voters in Pennsylvania will be able to use a federally approved, cloud-based electronic platform to vote remotely in the November, and subsequent, elections. The Pennsylvania Department of State will implement Democracy Live’s OmniBallot tool in response to a state court’s ruling that the previous paper ballot system used in...
K-9 ‘officer’ Rudy on patrol in GilpinVideo
A once-hesitant pup is patrolling with confidence in Gilpin. Rudy, a 4-year-old Belgian Malinois, certified by the North American Police Work Dog Association, joined the Gilpin police department on Dec. 17, 2019. Gilpin Supervisor Chairman Charlie Stull said Rudy has honed his “officer” skills during the past eight months. “When...
Spotted lanternfly reports surge statewide with confirmed cases in Allegheny County
In just seven months, reports of the invasive and grotesque spotted lanternfly jumped 147% statewide. Confirmed cases in Allegheny County are creeping up in Swissvale, Avalon and some Pittsburgh neighborhoods, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The moth-like insect from China and Southeast Asia that hit the state in...
Allegheny County announces 99 new coronavirus cases, no new deathsVideo
Allegheny County on Sunday recorded 99 new coronavirus cases with no additional deaths. The county’s total number of cases stands at 10,310 with 7,288 recoveries. According to the Allegheny County Health Department’s covid-19 dashboard, 151,422 individuals have been tested for the virus. The county has an overall 7% positive test...
Body recovered from Monongahela River, Pittsburgh police investigating
Pittsburgh police are investigating after a man’s body was recovered from the Monongahela River on Sunday afternoon, a spokesman said. Chris Togneri, public safety spokesman, said a kayaker called 911 around noon to report what appeared to be a body in the water near the Homestead High Level bridge. Togneri...
Rare catch: Wild brown trout discovered in Roaring Run in Armstrong County
For the first time in at least decades, wild trout are living in Roaring Run, a rollicking, cold water tributary of the Kiski River, once known for its abundance of wildflowers more than a century ago. The Conemaugh Valley Conservancy found seven fish less than a year old and one...
Westmoreland County adds 7 new coronavirus cases
Westmoreland County saw seven new cases of covid-19 added to its total Sunday, the Pennsylvania Department of Health reported. This comes after there were 13 new cases added on Saturday and 11 cases on Friday. The seven-day average for the county is 11 cases. There have been only three days...
Burrell gets therapy goldendoodle while demand for therapy dogs growsVideo
The ultimate teacher’s pet is expected to show up in the near future in Burrell School District buildings: Her name is Stella, a goldendoodle who is a therapy dog in training. The pet will serve as an aid to support students. Not to mention provide a little fun. The Burrell...
