October shooting in McKees Rocks claims 2nd life
A McKees Rocks woman who was one of four people shot Oct. 26 in the borough died Sunday, marking the incident’s second fatality. Dominique Smith, 38, was pronounced dead about 11:05 a.m. in an area hospital, the Allegheny County Medical Examiners’ Office said. Smith was shot near Meyers Street and...
Bradford Woods Reserve lights up for holidays
The weather outside was far from frightful. In choosing Dec. 8 as the date for the annual Light Up Night at the Bradford Woods Reserve, organizers hit the mark with a mild day featuring temperatures comfortably in the high 40s, not bad for this time of year. So perhaps Santa...
See the light to combat seasonal blues
The Rev. Levi Hartle swears by red light therapy to boost his spirit. “When I’m feeling tired, I use the machine for 10 or 15 minutes and I’m ready to go,” said Hartle, 39, who recently was transferred to the Mon Valley from his post at Holy Family Parish in...
In brief: North Allegheny area happenings, week of Dec. 9, 2024
Visits by Santa Santa Claus is coming to the McCandless/Northern Allegheny Heritage and Cultural Center. Appearances at the center, 830 Aufman Lane, are scheduled for 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 20 and
1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 21 and 22. Take photos of your kids with Santa for free. While...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Dec. 9, 2024
Knights of Columbus donates winter coats Holy Family Knights of Columbus Council 4242 donated 48 new winter coats for elementary students in the Plum and Riverview school districts. The council bought the coats with money raised from fundraisers, the largest being its fish fries and spaghetti dinners, member Adam McLaughlin...
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of Dec. 9, 2024 and beyond
Christmas in Bridgeville On Dec. 22, Santa will bring a special guest through Bridgeville — the Grinch — with an escort through town by the borough firefighters. Before the annual tradition, starting at around 10 a.m., the Bridgeville Police Department and Buddy the Elf will be finding the Grinch hiding...
In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week of Dec. 9, 2024
Deadline looms for Santa letters, holiday lights contest Penn Hills Parks & Recreation has these remaining holiday events for the community: • Letters to Santa: Drop off your letters through Dec. 19 at Penn Hills Library. You also can mail them to 102 Duff Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 or email...
Morning Roundup: 1 injured in Carnegie fire
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Monday, Dec. 9: 1 injured in Carnegie fire One person was injured in a house fire in Carnegie Sunday night. Crews were called to a blaze in the 500 block of Lincoln Avenue before 5:30 p.m., TribLive news partner...
2 killed in Washington County crash
Two people were killed in a Washington County crash Sunday. The Washington County coroner identified the driver as Brittany Therese Crile, 36, of Waynesburg, TribLive news partner WTAE reported. She was driving the car and was ejected from the vehicle. Also killed was Joseph Crile, 46, of Marianna. According to...
The Stroller, Dec. 9, 2024: 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. Free lunch and carol...
‘I’m a wreck, but I’m alive’: North Huntingdon karate teacher hurt in crash focuses on recovery, is grateful for support
Elizabeth Lindsay opened her eyes and saw her brother sitting at her hospital bedside. She had been unconscious for about three weeks in August, recovering from a life-threatening motorcycle crash that month. “I think I wanted to understand what had happened,” said Lindsay, 39, of Greensburg. “I didn’t want to...
$134,000 state fine hangs over Westmoreland communities involved in defunct economic development partnership
It’s unclear who will end up paying a $134,000 fine against a defunct consortium of northern Westmoreland County communities, but Allegheny Township won’t have to bear that cost alone, like some officials there initially feared. The State Ethics Commission first notified the township in 2021 that the Westmoreland Economic Development...
Forbes trauma program brings accessible care to patients
Forbes Hospital in Monroeville marked the 10th anniversary of its trauma program in October 2023. Prior to the program’s opening 11 years ago, patients in the eastern portion of Southwestern Pennsylvania who suffered severe injuries relied on medical helicopters to take them to the nearest trauma centers — stationed in...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of Dec. 9, 2024
Share your news, old photos in the Herald The Herald welcomes submissions of community news and events for its briefs pages. Please submit items for consideration at least two weeks before the event — the earlier, the better. Email events to Marje Horvath at mhorvath@triblive.com or mail them to Marje...
Check out these upcoming programs at the Cooper-Siegel and Sharpsburg libraries
The Cooper-Siegel Community Library and its Sharpsburg branch offer a variety of programming for visitors of all ages. To view a complete list of offerings, visit coopersiegel.librarycalendar.com. Events at both libraries are listed and can be viewed according to age group and location. Registration is required for most programs as...
New Kensington neighbors gather for annual holiday tradition
The holiday spirit arrived in a New Kensington neighborhood Sunday night. Around 30 people gathered at the corner of Marlboro Drive and McLaughlin Drive for the third year in a row to go caroling around the block. This yearly tradition was started by neighbors Michael Sawhook, Jena Arcuri and Kris...
A quicker fix: New Kensington clinic draws veterinarians interested in efficient treatment in shelter settings
Dr. Becky Morrow loves taking care of animals — and teaching others how to as well. Not only is Morrow the founder, president and medical director of Frankie’s Friends, a non-profit veterinary clinic and medical rescue for cats in New Kensington, she is an assistant teaching professor at Penn State...
Norvelt VFD dedicates new fire station
After more than 80 years at its old station, including one expansion in the 1970s, the Norvelt Volunteer Fire Department celebration a move into a new station on Sunday. The department’s fleet includes: three full-size fire engines; squad and brush trucks, each built on a pickup chassis; and a utility...
Handmade holiday crafts featured at West Overton Village Makers Market
Evalee Toby was looking for a hobby as the world sat and waited out the coronavirus pandemic. So she gathered some wood, watched some YouTube videos and through trial and error learned to craft handmade decorative blocks. Four years later, it’s become a business. “I wish I had been a...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2024
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, TribLive’s “Scenes from the Valley” photo package brings to life activities and moments happening in your backyard. To have a photo considered as a “Scenes from the Valley” candidate, please...
Faces of the Valley: Lower Burrell boy showcases creativity through art
Mindy White remembers looking at son Toby’s assignment years ago where he had not only written each letter of the alphabet, but also incorporated designs of animals, lizards and dinosaurs within and around them. While the additional designs weren’t part of the assignment, it stood out to her. “Toby has...
Police say 3 shot in Mt. Oliver
Three people were injured in a shooting Saturday night in Mt. Oliver. Allegheny County police said first responders received reports shortly after 9:20 p.m. of a shooting in the 200 block of Brownsville Road and when they arrived on the scene found several spent casings on the ground outside of...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of Dec. 8, 2024
Etna Lorraine Tarasi sold property at 109-111 Dewey St. to Ideal Holdings LLC for $129,750. Brian Bubash sold property at 13 Dewey St. to Robert Howard Hartley Jr. for $170,000. Harmar Robert Weber sold property at Little Deer Creek Road to Robert and Stephen Weber for $19,825. Indiana Hidden Falls...
Sewickley area real estate transactions, week of Dec. 8, 2024
Aleppo Meanor Family L.P. sold property at 705 Tega Cay Drive to Brian and Grace Sommers for $12,000. Bell Acres JCRP Properties LLC sold property at 654 Campmeeting Road to Gregory and Amanda Elise Lok for $379,000. Edgeworth Shawn Marsh sold property at 219 Orchard Ln to Corey and Lauren...
Bethel Park real estate transactions, week of Dec. 8, 2024
Bethel Park Estate of Patricia Williams sold property at 5381 California Ave. to Salvatore Dominick Desiano and Laura Elizabeth Davis for $218,000. Estate of William Kohler sold property at 5521 California Ave. to Daniel and Lydia Rosporski for $290,000. Robert Pierotti sold property at 949 Cork Drive to Colin Cook...
