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Life during coronavirus pandemic: How this McCandless 5th-grader stays busy (and safe for her mom)Video
We invite Trib readers to share stories about their lives during coronavirus. Write to Director of Content John Allison at jallison@triblive.com. Please include your full name, neighborhood and phone number. Send photos, too, of what you are doing and seeing. Here’s a story from Jenna Parker of McCandless Township, a...
After public criticism, Pa. turnpike to reopen restrooms at service plazas Friday
After four days of public criticism, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission reversed course Thursday and announced it will reopen all 17 of its service plazas beginning at 7 a.m. Friday In a news release, the agency said restrooms inside all service plazas will be open 24 hours. The outdoor portable toilets...
UPMC doctor on coronavirus: ‘Fear can be a very healthy thing’
The fear and anxiety that is gripping the nation as coronavirus cases soar is not necessarily a bad thing, a top UPMC doctor leading preparations at the Pittsburgh-based health giant said Thursday. “Fear can be a very healthy thing,” Dr. Don Yealy, UPMC’s chair of emergency medicine, told the Tribune-Review....
Burrell delivers meals to students’ doorsteps during school shutdownVideo
While many school districts are providing food to their students while schools are closed, Burrell School District has gone a step further by delivering food directly to its students’ homes. “We do want everyone to know that we care,” Burrell food service director Andrew Klipple said. “With all there is...
Local governments face transparency challenges during coronavirus
As large governing entities like Allegheny County Council and Pittsburgh City Council hold virtual or teleconference meetings to vote on legislation in order to curb the spread of covid-19, smaller communities face a challenge. How do these councils and boards avoid meeting in groups larger than 10 while simultaneously following...
New Kensington, Arnold officers remain on leave following officer-involved shooting
Two New Kensington police officers and one Arnold officer remained on paid administrative leave Thursday, nearly a week after police shot and killed a man they say was brandishing a shotgun. The incident happened around 2:30 p.m. Friday afternoon when police responded to calls about a man with a shotgun...
Police say Unity traffic stop uncovered meth, drug paraphernalia
A Hempfield couple pulled over along Route 30 late Tuesday for an expired registration were arrested after police say they discovered methamphetamine, $1,900, and drug paraphernalia hidden in the car. Stacie Lee Miller, 49, and Gordon W. Heatherington, 47, were pulled over in a red Mercedes coupe driven by Miller...
Cops: Missing Greensburg woman and 1-year-old son located in Pittsburgh
A 37-year-old Greensburg woman and her 1-year-old son, who went missing March 6, have been located, police said. Capt. Robert Stafford said Aziyza King, 37, and her son, Zayn, “were discovered safe in Pittsburgh” Sunday. Police issued a missing persons alert for King, who has ties to the Harrisburg area,...
Changes coming to census as officials limit face-to-face contact in midst of coronavirus
Census officials are limiting face-to-face contact with people residing in nursing homes and those who utilize soup kitchens and shelters as the coronavirus continues to spread. In an effort to keep the public safe while obtaining a complete count, census officials are asking nursing home administrators to help residents reply...
East Deer closes municipal, tax offices to stop spread of coronavirus
East Deer has closed its municipal offices to visitors because of the coronavirus outbreak, but office staff can still be reached by phone and email. The township building, which includes police and municipal offices, will remain on restricted access until further notice, officials said. Township staff can be reached at...
2 confirmed coronavirus cases in Westmoreland County
Westmoreland County has its first two confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, the state Department of Health announced Thursday. The cases were among 52 new confirmed positives reported statewide, bringing the total number of Pennsylvania cases to 185. It’s an increase of 39% over the previous day and comes as...
Long-standing religious gatherings canceled, some services continue
For the first time in its 48-year history, the Christian Businessmen’s Connection Good Friday breakfast is canceled over concerns about the coronavirus. “We’re considering maybe a fall event. We’re not going to walk away from it until all options are depleted,” said Boice Bailey, chairman of the Greensburg Christian Businessmen’s...
Westmoreland voting machine demos canceled
Public demonstrations of Westmoreland County’s new voting equipment are on hold, officials said Thursday. The elections bureau scheduled a number of events throughout the county before the April 28 primary to allow voters a chance to test drive the machines purchased last year. Officials said the ongoing coronavirus outbreak and...
South Hills school districts distribute meals during closure
When Gov. Tom Wolf on March 13 issued a mandate to close Pennsylvania schools for two weeks, school district officials across the region knew that it would impact district students’ ability to get fresh, nutritious breakfasts and lunches. On March 17, Brentwood Borough School District staff and volunteers prepared more...
Point Park University postpones spring graduation ceremonies
Point Park University postponed graduate hooding and commencement ceremonies scheduled for April 25. School President Paul Hennigan announced the decision Thursday morning. “I understand this news will disappoint many people, and I wish circumstances were different, but we must make the responsible decision to postpone the ceremonies,” Hennigan said in...
New owner trying to keep Sunseri Pizza afloat amid coronavirus crisisVideo
Chris Staub loved working at Sunseri Pizza while he was in high school and college, dreaming that one day he would own the small business on Custer Avenue in Baldwin. When former owners Sam and Cindy Sunseri put the pizza shop up for sale, Staub couldn’t resist the opportunity. After...
Carnegie Mellon allows students to convert classes to pass/fail
Carnegie Mellon University is allowing students to convert any of their online courses to pass/fail grading. “The decision to allow this flexibility is a direct acknowledgement of this unprecedented situation,” Provost Jim Garrett wrote in a letter to campus this week. Normally, according to the CMU website, students may take...
Are Western Pennsylvania hospitals prepared for the coronavirus?
If the coronavirus pandemic spreads as predicted, Western Pennsylvania hospitals will be woefully underprepared, according to a recent study. But one regional hospital system, UPMC, is confident it can handle the volume. “We anticipate that most patients with suspected or confirmed covid-19 will not need to be admitted and will...
Allegheny County reports 6 new coronavirus cases, bringing total to 18
The Allegheny County Health Department on Thursday reported six new cases of covid-19, increasing the number of cases in the county from 12 to 18. Some of those patients have acquired the virus through community spread, health department Director Dr. Debra Bogen said during a press call. “Similar to what...
Gilpin, Leechburg offices closed, but services still available
More Alle-Kiski Valley communities have closed their municipal offices to the public due to coronavirus, but residents can still contact officials by phone or email. Gilpin’s office will remain closed through the end of the month. Gilpin Secretary Sharon Long can be reached at secretary@gilpintwp.com or by phone at 724-845-0981....
Troopers accuse man of repeatedly sexting 15-year-old Derry Township girl
An Indiana County man was arrested Wednesday, accused of sending sexually explicit photographs of himself over social media to a Derry Township girl, state police said. Nash P. Bennett, 19, of Blairsville was charged by state police with corruption of minors, criminal use of a communication facility, photographing sex acts...
Bridgeville-area businesses, residents adjust to outbreak rules
If you walk up and down Washington Avenue in Bridgeville, things might seem normal. Cars and trucks are still exiting off of Interstate 79 and whizzing through the intersections to reach their next destination. Horns are beeping, gas is being pumped, coffee shops are brewing and pizzas are being delivered...
Pittsburgh Milk Bank director: ‘Donor milk is life-saving medicine’
The head of a Pittsburgh breast milk bank is encouraging healthy mothers to donate milk to families in need, as demand increases during the coronavirus pandemic. Denise O’Connor is executive director of the Mid-Atlantic Mothers’ Milk Bank, based in Pittsburgh’s Strip District. “Donor milk is lifesaving medicine for thousands of...
Here’s A-K Valley schools’ plan to feed students in need
School districts started announcing how they will get food to students who qualify for free and reduced-price lunches amid a statewide public school shutdown over concerns about the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Tom Wolf on Friday ordered all Pennsylvania schools to close for two weeks in an effort to stem the...
Police investigating shooting near Fayette County YMCA
One person was injured Wednesday in a shooting near a Fayette County YMCA, Tribune-Review news partner WPXI reported. The victim was transported by medical helicopter to a local hospital after being shot at about 7 p.m. Witnesses said there were multiple shots fired. The incident happened in the parking lot...
