Western PA Local News category, Page 3205
Former NYC mob boss speaking in Hempfield on Good Friday
He’s been called “the only high-ranking official of a major crime family to ever walk away from the mob and survive.” Former caporegime of New York City’s Colombo crime family and son of the notorious mobster John “Sonny” Franzese, Michael Franzese walked away from the mafia in the late 1980s...
North Apollo hires firm to recover $200,000 in delinquent sewage bills
North Apollo recently agreed to hire AAS Debt Recovery Inc. to pursue payments from residents behind on their sewage bills. Councilman Bill Campbell said some accounts are 10 to 15 years behind and the agency hopes to recover about $200,000. Under the plan, AAS would keep 35 percent of the...
Body found near Washington Boulevard business in Larimer
The body of a female was discovered Wednesday morning near a business in Pittsburgh’s Larimer section, WPXI reported. Police are on the scene investigating. The body was found near an auto body shop along Washington Boulevard, under the Larimer Avenue Bridge. Details were not yet available from Pittsburgh police....
2 more stores set to close at Westmoreland Mall
Two more stores are slated to close at Westmoreland Mall. The pending loss of Helzberg Diamonds and Gymboree highlight a troubling trend, in which vacancy rates at malls nationwide continue to rise and are at or near the highest level in years. Helzberg Diamonds, a jewelry store headquartered in Kansas...
Penn Hills man headed to court on charges in Lower Burrell man’s fatal overdose
A Penn Hills man is headed to court on charges he provided the drugs that killed a Lower Burrell man last summer. Christopher Krishawn Napper, 24, of Penn Hills faces a charge of drug delivery resulting in death. He is accused of providing the combination of heroin and fentanyl police...
Jury of 6 men, 6 women seated for Michael Rosfeld homicide trial
HARRISBURG — Attorneys zipped through the last leg of the jury selection process in the Michael Rosfeld case Wednesday morning, seating the final three jurors and four alternates in less than 90 minutes. The jury is made up of six men and six women, including one black man and two...
Embattled thrift shop in Export reopens
The Murrysville Christian Concern, better known as the Friends Thrift Shop, has officially re-opened. “We got a letter from the state yesterday,” said MCC Board President Rocky Kindelberger. The store on Kennedy Avenue has been closed since early February, after receiving a Feb. 6 cease-and-desist letter from the Pennsylvania Department...
Westmoreland Intermediate Unit hosting ribbon cutting for Fred Rogers room
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the debut of “Mr. Rogers Neighborhood,” Westmoreland Intermediate Unit is hosting a ribbon-cutting for their Fred Rogers room. The educational service agency, along with the Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce and the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit Foundation, will fill the room with artwork for the...
Last captain of USS Pittsburgh comes home for a victory lap
When Jason Deichler was a student at Chartiers Valley High School, he dreamed of joining the U.S. Navy and working as an officer on a nuclear submarine. Now, he commands them. Deichler was at the helm when the USS Pittsburgh made its final patrol this year. The Scott native piloted...
Pleasant Hills event to teach seniors how to avoid scams
The Borough of Pleasant Hills will host a Senior Services program “What is a Scam?” from 9:30 to 11 a.m. March 20. The event, to be held in the Community Room at the Pleasant Hills Borough Building, 410 East Bruceton Road, will teach attendees how to avoid becoming victims of...
Woman, 19, killed in Armstrong County crash on icy road
A Butler County woman was killed early Tuesday in an Armstrong County vehicle crash. Billie Paige Edwards, 19, of Boyers died after losing control of her Honda Accord on an icy road in Hovey Township at 7 a.m., according to state police. Edwards’ car crossed over the center line of...
Mother of Sorrows robotics team brings home hardware from Lego competition
The Mother of Sorrows School Eagles Lego Robotics Team finished its season with a good showing at the Western PA FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Lego League Grand Championship. In addition to finishing seventh out of 35 teams in their division’s robot game, the team also...
Photo Gallery: The Undertones perform at St. Scholastica
St. Scholastica Church in Aspinwall hosted a free concert for the public featuring the all-male a cappella ensemble the Undertones from the University of Notre Dame on March 9, 2019. The 12-man group performs across the country and has recorded multiple albums....
Outbound Fort Pitt Tunnel down to single lane Wednesday night
Anyone traveling to the Pittsburgh International Airport or nearby areas late Wednesday might want to leave early. The Fort Pitt Tunnel will be restricted to a single lane outbound from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Thursday morning for maintenance. Crews will be replacing cameras, PennDOT officials said. Work is expected...
Man flown to hospital after dog bite at Beaver County Humane Society
A man was transported by medical helicopter to a Pittsburgh hospital after being bitten by a dog Tuesday at the Beaver County Humane Society. His name and condition were not released. The group issued a statement on its Facebook page, explaining the incident and sending prayers to the victim. The...
Missing East End teen found safe
Pittsburgh police said a teen missing from the East End has been found safe. No other details were released. UPDATE: Alyssa has been safely located. Thanks to all for you concern. Pittsburgh Police (@PghPolice) March 13, 2019 Police originally tweeted for help after Alyssa McEachern, 14, was last spotted...
North Hill’s production of ‘Tuck Everlasting’ a new musical experience
Year after year, the North Hills High School Drama Club puts on amazing productions of the world’s most well-known musicals. In 2019, they decided to do something different. One hundred students, including actors, dancers, orchestra players and crew members, will come together for “Tuck Everlasting,” which made its Broadway debut...
Invisible Man Brewing coming to downtown Greensburg
Invisible Man Brewing is about to get a lot more visible with a new home in downtown Greensburg. The brewery, which was announced in September, purchased 132 S. Pennsylvania Ave. this month. Owners Sean McLaughlin and Stephanie Victor hope to open the brewery and tasting room sometime in late spring...
Couple celebrates 64th anniversary
Kathleen and Mike Zimbicki of Rennerdale will celebrate their 64th wedding anniversary March 18. Kathleen and Mike are the parents of four children, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and have lived in Rennerdale for 62 years. Aaron Fisher will celebrate his 14th birthday March 17. Aaron is the son of...
BTA shines in forensics team competition
Blessed Trinity Academy’s Forensics team earned fourth place (out of 20 teams) in the Diocesan Finals Competition and second place overall (out of 23 teams)....
Educational event at Northern Tier about devastating effects of Spotted Lanternfly
The spotted lanternfly could soon move across the state into western Pennsylvania, and residents have the opportunity to learn what that means and what they can do about the invasive pests at an upcoming talk at Northern Tier Regional Library. Penn State master gardener Dianne Machesney will share information collected...
Latrobe studies traffic issues surrounding new elementary school
A three-way stop at Lincoln Avenue and Cherry Street is among options Latrobe officials are considering as they work with the local school district to improve pedestrian safety and address parking concerns around Latrobe Elementary School. The city has posted signs to alert motorists they are approaching the school, which...
Delmont officials working to limit turnover in police department
In 2016, Delmont officials added a fifth full-time officer to its police department in an effort to hold down overtime costs accrued by its part-time officers. In 2019, they decided to drop back down to four full-time officers in an effort to retain both part-time and full-time police after several...
Plum officials counting on a new website, PR company to get more info to the public
Plum officials have updated their website and hired a public relations consultant in an effort to get more information out to residents. The new website, which has the same address — www.plumboro.com — launched earlier this month. Council voted 5-0 on March 11 to hire Carrie Lewis DelRosso LLC as...
Delmont officials may vacate unpaved alley deemed a ‘potential hazard’
Delmont officials decided not to designate an alley beside Trinity United Church of Christ as one-way. In fact, they decided Tuesday night that they may not want it at all. Council voted 5-0 to advertise an ordinance vacating the alley — Spring Lane, which connects Lindsay Lane and East Pittsburgh...
