Western PA Local News category, Page 303
Feds remove online list accusing Pittsburgh, others of defying immigration law
A U.S. Department of Homeland Security list that classified Pittsburgh and Allegheny County as “sanctuary jurisdictions defying federal immigration law” has been removed from the department’s website. DHS last week said each jurisdiction would receive formal notification of “its non-compliance with federal statutes,” but city and county officials on Monday...
Springdale residents charged with child endangerment for ‘deplorable’ home conditions, drug use
A call to Springdale police to conduct a welfare check led to drug and child endangerment charges against two people. Autumn Marie Jones, 42, and James Lewis Henderson, 30, are charged with two felony counts of endangering the welfare of children, recklessly endangering another person and drug possession. Police said...
Police search for Cheswick man charged with sexual abuse of minor
Police are searching for Jeremiah Segan, 42, who is charged with statutory sexual assault and numerous other sex crimes related to the alleged yearslong sexual abuse of a minor. Allegheny County Police began an investigation after a teenager disclosed the alleged abuse to their mother’s “paramour,” according to an affidavit...
Police ID suspect behind antisemitic flyers in Squirrel Hill
An Ohio man who police said last month drove more than two hours to throw antisemitic flyers out of a golden Dodge SUV in the Pittsburgh neighborhood most densely packed with Jews could face nearly $50,000 in fines — for littering. Police in Pittsburgh issued more than 160 traffic citations...
Mezeh Mediterranean Grill to open in South Fayette
A fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant is coming to South Fayette. Mezeh Mediterranean Grill will host a grand opening June 6 at the Piazza shopping center, 193 Millers Run Road. “Bridgeville’s booming mix of commuters, families and health‑minded foodies is perfect for Mezeh’s build-your-own menu,” said Madelaine Brewer, chief marketing officer for...
Local nonprofit works to educate public on cleaning in a non-toxic way
As homeowners everywhere dive headlong into spring cleaning, a local nonprofit is striving to create more education and awareness around how to do it in a less toxic way. Women for a Healthy Environment, celebrating its 15th year, offers programming to serve communities across southwestern Pennsylvania. The group aims to...
Mine safety offices in Pa. pulled from list of DOGE closures
All four mine safety offices in Pennsylvania that were scheduled to have their leases terminated have been pulled from a list of federal government offices to be closed as part of extensive cost-cutting measures. Mine Safety and Health Administration offices in Hempfield, Marshall Township, Waynesburg and Frackville in Schuylkill County...
Police: Missing Greensburg woman returns home
A Greensburg woman has returned home after being missing for nearly two days, according to Police Chief Charles Irvin. Lisa Slavnik, 48, returned home Tuesday night. Irvin said she appeared to be safe. Police would not release any other details. No one answered the door at Slavnik’s house Wednesday morning....
Monroeville woman dead following crash into house
A Monroeville woman was pronounced dead Sunday night at AHN Forbes Hospital in Monroeville after the vehicle she was driving struck a house in the municipality. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office said the woman, 67-year-old Patricia Brletic, died of natural causes, citing cardiovascular disease. Monroeville Police Chief Doug Cole...
Longtime cook dishes on Aspinwall Meals on Wheels’ 50 years serving the area
Susan Glendening is a cooking force known for her homemade soups and meals served with steadfast dedication. For the last 23 years, Glendening has prepared homemade hot and cold entrees, five days a week, for delivery by volunteers at Aspinwall Meals on Wheels. In total, she’s been affiliated with the...
Pittsburgh Juneteenth event organizer takes city to court over permit delay
The organizer of a large annual Juneteenth celebration in Pittsburgh is taking the city to court over a delay in permits for the event, which is scheduled in less than three weeks. William “B” Marshall on Thursday filed paperwork in the Allegheny County Common Pleas Court to compel the city...
Bridgeville woman wins borough’s anniversary logo design contest
Barbara Rodgers loves everything about Bridgeville’s Day on the Avenue. From the scenes of people enjoying each other’s company and the smell of food, to the enjoyment of the different events, Rodgers has fond memories of the borough’s annual summer community day. “There’s always so much for everyone,” Rodgers said....
School van driver charged with endangerment, DUI after Pittsburgh crash
Pittsburgh police have charged a school van driver with child endangerment and driving under the influence for allegedly fleeing the scene of a crash on Friday with five students aboard the vehicle. Jeffrey Irwin, 66, also is charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and failing to stop and render aid...
Morning Roundup: Crash injures 1 on Cranberry turnpike ramp; shooting reported in McKeesport
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Monday, June 2: Truck crash injures 1 on Cranberry turnpike ramp One person was transported for hospital treatment after a tractor-trailer crashed Monday morning on a Pennsylvania Turnpike off-ramp in Cranberry, a Butler County 911 dispatcher said. State police...
Penn State students at closing campuses juggle staying the course or jumping ship
Penn State New Kensington fit the bill for 19-year-old Angelina Da Vila. “Originally, I wanted to go to Penn State,” she said. “I wanted to be in the city, but not go to such a big school. I still wanted that small-school atmosphere, and New Kensington sounded like one of...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of June 2, 2025
Plum School Board sets maximum for O’Block expenses The Plum School Board set a maximum price for renovations and an addition at O’Block Elementary at $28,376,421. Over the course of three years, the district is set to borrow $30 million for projects at the elementary school and Plum Middle School....
The Stroller, June 2, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Kids fishing derby planned...
Visitors expected to fill hotels, rent private homes for U.S. Open in Oakmont
Mark Miller believes his Indiana Township home is a perfect accommodation for people coming to town for the U.S. Open golf tournament in Oakmont next week. Situated about 5 miles from the picturesque golf course, the property boasts an in-ground pool, hot tub, wet bar and gourmet kitchen. It sits...
Pine-based nonprofit 412 Gives Back raises $9,624 for One Day to Remember
Some want to take their families on vacation. Others ask to have parties or go on shopping sprees. And meeting celebrities is high on the list of requests that the Make-A-Wish Foundation receives from critically ill children around the globe. In fact, Guinness World Records cites wrestler-turned-actor John Cena as...
In brief: Happenings from the North Allegheny area
Open house meeting set on parks plan As a part of McCandless’ ongoing Comprehensive Parks Master Plan process, an open house/public meeting is planned from 6 to 7:30 p.m. June 19 at the Devlin Pavilion, which is behind Town Hall. Residents are encouraged to share their ideas and vision for...
Lawmakers suit up to learn about firefighting during Fire Ops 101 training in North Park
It’s not easy work to search for a person trapped in a smoke-filled basement or hallway, as local legislators recently discovered. But it’s something Pittsburgh firefighters are prepared to do on a daily basis. It was all part of a Fire Ops 101 training experience May 22 at the Allegheny...
5th annual PizzaFest celebrates pie artistry at Dough Daddy Brewery in West Deer
If there was only one food left in the world, Ross resident Janet Ramaeckers says it better be pizza. She and her husband, Martin, were among many who would agree with them at the fifth annual PizzaFest, held this year at Dough Daddy Brewery in West Deer. Ramaerckers said they...
Annual Mammoth Fest in Mt. Pleasant draws thousands of families to Westmoreland County park
Michelle Liprando of Harrison City watched as her daughter, Sienna, spun around and around and around on a motorcycle merry-go-round at Mammoth Park in Mt. Pleasant Township Sunday. It became a familiar sight — the young girl went on the C&L Shows’ ride quite often during Westmoreland County’s annual Mammoth...
New Verona kayak, canoe launch to improve access to river recreation for all, officials and residents say
Anyone who has tried to launch a kayak from a muddy river bank knows it can be difficult. For Lester Bennett of Munhall, who has lived with a spinal cord injury for more than 30 years, it would be impossible. But a new handicapped-accessible public launch on the Allegheny River...
Northern lights to be visible through Sunday night
What scientists call “a geomagnetic storm watch” is in effect for Sunday night. In plain language, that means: Look for vibrant northern lights across the nation — visible anywhere in Pennsylvania. Authorities from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center said “a coronal mass ejection” will likely...
