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Items you might not expect to see at the Pittsburgh Home and Garden ShowVideo
There’s no shortage of windows, doors, roofs, decks, cabinets, bedroom furniture and flowers at the 39th annual Duquesne Light Pittsburgh Home and Garden Show, which opens Friday. Some may not know there are also pianos, elevators, arcade games and an indoor spray park, as well as an artists’ aisle. One...
Eric Davanzo lands endorsements in 58th state House special election
Eric Davanzo, the Republican candidate for the vacant state House seat in the 58th District, announced Wednesday he received a series of endorsements leading up to the March 17 special election. Davanzo, 53, said he received endorsements from the Pennsylvania State Troopers Association; the Fraternal Order of Police, Frank J....
‘Stay home,’ Cal U tells students who become ill during spring break
Stay at home. That’s the advice California University of Pennsylvania is giving students who become ill during spring break next week . “If you experience flu-like symptoms during or after spring break, please do NOT return to Cal U until you have been fever-free for 24 hours without the use...
West Jefferson Hills School District relaunching Foundation for Education
A teacher at Jefferson Hills Intermediate School plans to purchase a chicken coop that will help enhance science lessons and become a business venture for students. At Thomas Jefferson High School, a teacher plans to open a greenhouse on the balcony outside her classroom that will assist her biology students...
Robert Levin ‘coming back’ to save Levin Furniture
The former owner of Levin Furniture will come out of retirement to take over the furniture company that was at risk of going out of business, officials said Thursday. A statement from the company indicated a deal was struck Wednesday night in which Robert Levin will acquire the Pennsylvania and...
Norwin officials identify Connellsville man as musical volunteer with criminal record
A Connellsville man who volunteered with Norwin Middle School’s musical at one time had proper clearances, but later pleaded guilty to crimes that would prevent him from lawfully working with children, according to Norwin School District officials. Solicitor Russell Lucas confirmed the volunteer was Brad Geyer, 37, who pleaded guilty...
2 injured in Pa. Turnpike crash between Irwin and Pittsburgh exits
Two people suffered minor injuries after a two-vehicle crash Thursday on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Penn Township, according to a state police dispatcher. The crash happened about 8:45 a.m. near mile marker 64 of the westbound turnpike, between Irwin and Pittsburgh. It blocked the right lane, backing traffic up for...
U-Haul truck crashes into Pittsburgh Police headquarters
A U-Haul truck crashed into Pittsburgh Police headquarters Wednesday night, according to the city public safety department. The driver was taken by ambulance to the hospital for evaluation, but she suffered no visible injuries. The crash happened just after 10:30 p.m. The truck hit the north side of police headquarters...
The Stroller, March 5, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Stroller is your go-to place for local meeting notices, charitable events and volunteer opportunities. Information for The Stroller may be dropped off or mailed at least a week in advance to: The Stroller, Valley News Dispatch, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084, email vndnews@tribweb.com or fax 724-226-4677. Workshops to...
Carnegie Carnegie by Melanie Paglia: Jazz Stories series being told ‘Downstairs’
Listen Locally Downstairs is getting personal in 2020 with a new series, Jazz Stories. Since 2017, the Carnegie Carnegie’s intimate Studio space (Downstairs) has brought audiences close to the music and Jazz Stories promises to bring you even closer to the artists. We’ve partnered with drummer, Thomas Wendt, of Lighthouse...
Cops: 4 juveniles arrested in Target parking garage carjacking in East Liberty
Officials said Pittsburgh police arrested four juveniles they say injured and carjacked a man inside the parking garage at the Target in East Liberty neighborhood Wednesday. Police are still investigating. The suspects were admitted to Shuman Juvenile Detention Center. Further details about the arrests were not available Thursday morning. Emergency...
Police quiet on investigation into human remains found in Fox Chapel, connection to man suspected in Baldwin homicide
The Fox Chapel man in jail after being accused of killing a Baldwin man — and who now faces questions after police found human remains near his parents’ house — had six run-ins with the law over four months in 2019, according to court records. Adam Rosenberg, 21, is in...
Jury deliberates late into night in trial of woman accused of aiding Holt after Officer Shaw killing
The jury in the trial of a New Kensington woman charged with helping her cousin avoid capture following the 2017 shooting death of police Officer Brian Shaw deliberated late into the night Wednesday but did not reach a verdict. Westmoreland County Common Pleas Court Judge Rita Hathaway sent the jury...
Arnold Palmer stamp sales off to brisk start at Latrobe post officeVideo
The Latrobe post office on Wednesday served as an unofficial outpost for “Arnie’s Army,” as area fans filed in to buy newly released Forever stamps issued to honor late local native and golfing legend Arnold Palmer. By lunchtime, more than 200 of the 20-stamp sheets had been snapped up, at...
Bloomberg’s Pittsburgh stop off as campaign endsVideo
Mike Bloomberg’s campaign field office in Pittsburgh’s East Liberty still smelled of fresh paint Wednesday. Two large stacks of political yard signs leaned against a wall in the office, which opened Sunday. Bloomberg was expected to stop there Thursday. Now, after a not-so-super showing in the Super Tuesday primaries, Bloomberg...
Pittsburgh planning to spend millions on computer system upgrades
Pittsburgh’s aging computer network last week caused a series of slowdowns and connection problems for city employees, officials said. Pittsburgh City Council members and employees have complained for years about system glitches. Mayor Bill Peduto earmarked $1.5 million in this year’s capital budget for upgrades and plans to allocate another...
Museums in Westmoreland, Allegheny receive operating grants
Several Westmoreland and Allegheny county museums were awarded grants to help with their general operations through the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission. Three museums in Westmoreland and six in Allegheny were among 153 eligible museums that received part of a $2 million award aimed at strengthening those not supported by...
Nellie Bly figure will land at Pittsburgh airport
A pioneering female journalist from Western Pennsylvania will take her place next to a former president and a football hero at Pittsburgh International Airport. A figure of Nellie Bly will occupy a spot next to two other icons with ties to the area, George Washington and Steelers legend Franco Harris....
G-7 foreign ministers meeting in Pittsburgh later this month
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will host a meeting of G-7 foreign ministers at Pittsburgh’s Omni William Penn Hotel at month’s end, according to city officials. Mayor Bill Peduto said the city has been preparing for the meeting since November and predicted that coronavirus would be a key topic of...
Indiana man accused of sexual abuse of children, indecent assault
A 36-year-old Indiana County man was charged Wednesday with 26 counts of sexual abuse of children and one count of indecent assault after state troopers say they found multiple still images and one video recording depicting child pornography. Robert Earl Rout III of Indiana was arraigned before Homer City District...
U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency to return retiree’s $82K in seized cash
An Allegheny County retiree who lost his life savings when the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency seized $82,373 in cash from his daughter as she attempted to board a flight at Pittsburgh International Airport late last summer will get his money back, his lawyers said Wednesday. Attorneys with the Institute for...
Pittsburgh zoo can’t comply with proposed reptile ordinance
The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium can’t comply with a proposed city ordinance regulating crocodiles and alligators, according to the bill’s sponsor and a zoo official. Council on Wednesday postponed a vote on the legislation to give members time to sort out the problem. City Councilman Bruce Kraus last week...
Speeders beware: Work zone cameras are live
Beware work zone speeders: Cameras are watching. Drivers going 11 mph or faster over the posted speed limit in an active work zone will be targeted by electronic devices through Pennsylvania’s new Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement program. Two timing devices were used around the state for 60 days during...
Dive Bar & Grille opens a 5th location
This one makes five for the dive. Dive Bar & Grille opened a fifth location Friday on Saxonburg Boulevard in Indiana Township. It joins Regent Square, South Side, Lawrenceville and Pine. The latest location, which occupies the former Gators Grille, has a large outdoor area that includes two sand volleyball...
Robert Morris women’s basketball coach Buscaglia will be happy with a tie
The bow tie Robert Morris women’s basketball coach Charlie Buscaglia will wear at Thursday’s game is more than an accessory. It is tied to something of greater significance. “I have never worn a bow tie in my life, but it’s not about the bow tie or making a fashion statement,”...
