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Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh waives late fees at 3 locations
Officials at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh understand people are busy and may not always be able to return borrowed items on time. That is one of the reasons the library decided to nix late fees at three of its locations. “Even with fines in place, things still go overdue....
Pleasant Hills mom pens children’s book
Nicole Leckenby hopes her new book, “Summer Vacation,” will not only serve as a fun bedtime read for youngsters but will raise money for children suffering from cancer. Leckenby, 43, of Pleasant Hills, and a mom of two boys, released “Summer Vacation” Nov. 12. One dollar from each book sale...
Penn Township tattoo parlor will host Toys for Tots fundraiser
When Justin Schultz opened his first tattoo shop in downtown Jeannette in 2012, a Toys for Tots representative stopped by right around this time of year to drop off a donation box. “I thought, ‘It’s such a little box,’ so we had the idea to do an annual fundraiser and...
The Stroller, Nov. 29, 2019: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Toys For Children drive to benefit Deer Lakes children West Deer Police Department is sponsoring its 23rd annual Toys for Children drive to benefit children age 1 to 14 living in low-income households in the Deer Lakes School District. New toys can be dropped off from 7 a.m. to 3...
Greensburg Kiwanis Club small but mighty after 100 years
Members of the Greensburg Kiwanis Club like to say they’ve given to charities and organizations covering every letter of the alphabet except V and X. Over the past century, beneficiaries of the club’s good works have included the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, Clelian Heights School, Salvation Army, Blackburn Center, Adopt-a-Highway,...
Local shops across Westmoreland County gear up for Small Business SaturdayVideo
Standing among about 250 guitars and keyboards in his downtown Irwin store, Kevin McDonald said he is gearing up for the post-Thanksgiving rush that will be Black Friday, followed by Small Business Saturday. “We are stocked and ready for the holiday. We love it,” McDonald said of the expected influx...
Deer Lakes turkey trot raises money for cystic fibrosis research
Rebecca Dick figured she’d work off some calories before consuming more by taking part in the Deer Lakes Turkey Trot with her father, Robert. “He likes to run, and I like to eat a lot on Thanksgiving,” Dick, of West Deer, said Thursday morning after stretching outside of Deer Lakes...
Alle-Kiski Valley volunteers ensure no one goes hungry, lonely on Thanksgiving
While many are thankful for their own family on Thanksgiving, Madolyn Hyde was thankful for another. Hyde was among those who came to Cross Roads Community Presbyterian Church in Leechburg on Thursday for the free dinner now in its 10th year put on by Jamie Rimmel, members of her family...
Vandergrift brothers’ Turkey Bowl spans 3 generations of family, friends
Between 50 and 60 years ago, three brothers decided to play football in their small Vandergrift backyard on Thanksgiving. Pete Guerrera was 12 or 13; Michael Guerrera was 7; and Anthony Guerrera was 5. Now that they’re in their mid- to late 60s — or early 70s in Pete’s case...
Pallone edges out Hawk by 4 votes for Riverview school board
Oakmont resident Melanie Pallone has edged out fellow resident and political newcomer Brian Hawk by four votes for a four-year seat on Riverview’s school board. Pallone received 1,234 votes (12.25%) to Hawk’s 1,230 (12.21%), according to Allegheny County Elections Division reports. They were tied at 12.23% after the election on...
ATV operator in fatal Donegal Township crash identified
A 27-year-old man was killed Wednesday afternoon along Route 130 in Donegal Township when his all-terrain vehicle was hit by a Jeep, the Westmoreland County coroner said. The victim, Joshua H. Torrence, of 33rd Street, Cook Township, was driving the ATV east on Route 130 at about 4:40 p.m. when...
Greensburg Turkey Trot hosts largest race with more than 2,500 runners
More than 2,500 runners gathered outside of the Westmoreland County Courthouse Thursday for the 28th Annual Greensburg Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot. The yearly event was the largest in the history of the race, and race director Carol Palcic expected the runners to raise nearly $30,000 for local charities. This year...
Ligonier Township golden retriever Daniel wins group at National Dog ShowVideo
He could well be Ligonier Township’s most accomplished best friend. It’s doubtful many other dogs could claim the fame that Daniel has in the past couple years. The 5-year-old golden retriever, whose full name is Jack Daniels, racked up another feather in his cap by winning the best sporting dog...
Plum High School Best Buddies showcase friendship at Thanksgiving dance
Before folks carved turkey or dipped into cranberry sauce, a group of Plum High School students showed how thankful they were to have friendships with their peers at a special event. Plum’s chapter of Best Buddies presented an inaugural Harvest Dance at the school the day before Thanksgiving. Best Buddies...
Police: Man stable after being shot twice in East Hills
A man has been upgraded from critical to stable condition after being shot in Pittsburgh’s East Hills neighborhood Wednesday night, according to police. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert and 911 calls of dozens of shots fired in the 2300 block of East Hills Drive just before 9:15 p.m. Officers...
Police: Woman says juveniles shot at her after she confronted them for targeting Mt. Washington cars
Pittsburgh police detained two juveniles early Thursday morning after a woman reported one of them fired a gun at her on Mt. Washington. According to police, officers went to a convenience store on Bailey Avenue just before 12:20 a.m. for a report of a person who was shot at in...
Communities serve Thanksgiving meals ‘with love,’ fellowshipVideo
Westmoreland County residents who might otherwise spend the fourth Thursday in November alone or with a sparse menu can find a place at a communal table or a friendly knock at their door, thanks to volunteers who focus on the “giving” part of Thanksgiving Day. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in...
Operation Santa Claus gears up to help others enjoy the holidays
As it has for 35 years, Operation Santa Claus will make sure thousands of needy Western Pennsylvania families enjoy the gift of a holiday meal this year. Operation Santa Claus is a nonprofit organization and a cooperative effort by Trib Total Media, Shop ’n Save and the Salvation Army. This...
Allegheny County receives $200K grant for infant, maternal health program
The Allegheny County Health Department received a $200,000 grant from the Heinz Endowments to raise awareness about the county’s Maternal and Child Health program among black families and improve the ways it serves them. The main goal is to address racial disparities in infant and maternal mortality rates, said Dannai...
Cheswick council looking to appoint new council member and police board member
Cheswick Council is expected to appoint a new council member and board representative to the recently formed Allegheny Valley Regional Police Department. Incumbent councilman Michael Girardi won two seats in the Nov. 5 election, one with a four-year term and another with a two-year term. Girardi is expected to choose...
Norwin’s sensory hallways give students calming effectVideo
Kolton Kamauf walked through Norwin’s Hahntown Elementary School in North Huntingdon, where paintings and stickers on the hall floors and walls prompt him and other students to crab walk, touch images and do wall push-ups. ”I like it because it gives my brain a break and it relaxes me,” said...
‘Christmas Tree Capital’ means historic pride for Indiana County
Indiana County used to be the Christmas tree capital of the world. In fact, it’s still the Christmas tree capital of the world — if the signs at the county line are to be believed. “Other places have claimed to be, but we’re still the capital regardless because we’re the...
Choose-and-cut growers attract traditionalists on quest for ideal Christmas tree
Artificial or real? It’s the classic debate at the start of the Christmas season, pitting those who want the convenience of a tree in a box against those who prefer the authenticity and scent of an actual evergreen. Dedicated traditionalists go even further, seeking a place where they can pick...
The Stroller, Nov. 28, 2019: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Count your blessings this Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is more than the festivities. It gives us time ponder upon what lessons we have learned and how we can spread happiness around, to look back at all the great memories and good people who came in our lives. Happy Thanksgiving Day to our...
Tree falls on passing SUV on Bigelow Boulevard in Pittsburgh, driver hurtVideo
A woman was taken to a local hospital in stable condition after a tree fell on her Ford Expedition on Wednesday evening as she drove along Bigelow Boulevard in Pittsburgh. A police spokeswoman said the woman, who was not identified, suffered facial cuts. The mishap occurred in the inbound lanes...
