In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week of March 25, 2024
State lawmakers plan document shredding event Penn Hills residents can shred documents containing personal information such as Social Security, credit card and bank account numbers from 9:30 a.m. to noon April 6 at Linton Middle School. The event is hosted by state Sen. Jay Costa and state Rep. Joe McAndrew....
Pittsburgh woman burned, hospitalized after fire at Arlington home
An elderly woman was hospitalized with burn injuries after a two-alarm fire Monday morning in Pittsburgh’s Arlington neighborhood. City firefighters were dispatched to the 100 block of Rinne Street at about 10:30 a.m. for reports of a home on fire, public safety spokeswoman Cara Cruz said. A female resident in...
West Deer Fire Company No. 3 to feature indoor facility for firefighter training
Within the year, West Deer Volunteer Fire Company No. 3 will boast a rare new amenity to keep members in top condition. The department is reconfiguring its new station along Gibsonia Road to accommodate indoor fire training, complete with ladders, search-and-rescue stations and rappelling. “It’s a tremendous feature that we’ll...
Westmoreland juvenile detention center set to reopen Wednesday
With nearly $1 million in renovations still to come and learn-as-you-go training planned for some staff, Westmoreland County will reopen its juvenile detention center Wednesday. The center will have four beds available initially while staff members get their footing, director Rich Gordon said. “Some of our staff have never worked...
Trib Lunch Box: IUPattys, state parks, ‘Jeopardy!’, Steel City Surge, ‘American Rust’
Here are some noon headlines from TribLive, Monday, March 25, 2024: • State parks, campgrounds prepare for influx of visitors during April 8 total solar eclipse Taking in the total solar eclipse on April 8 at Pymatuning State Park is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and visitors are expected to flock to...
Local Jewish history focus of project by Burrell students, Tri-City Historical Society and Heinz History Center
Tri-City Historical Society President James Sabulsky knew there’d be interest from students when he pitched an idea to start a history club at Burrell High School this school year. But he didn’t quite expect the high school club and his organization to work with the Heinz History Center on a...
West Deer police officers to get new body cameras
West Deer will be spending $68,700 to replace body cameras for its police officers, but without seeking competitive contract bids. The township supervisors approved the purchase of 20 new cameras from Digital Ally, the current supplier, upon the recommendation of police Chief Robert Loper. Township Manager Daniel Mator said the...
Legends of Pittsburgh eyeing May 1 opening at former Holy Martyrs in Tarentum
The former Holy Martyrs Church in Tarentum that was closed by the Diocese of Pittsburgh in 2022 is expected to be bustling again by May 1. Legends of Pittsburgh fitness center is scheduled to open its doors, drawing crowds for the gym equipment, sport court and soccer field. Legends is...
In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of March 25, 2024
Comedian to entertain AARP AARP 595 meets the first Tuesday of each month at 12:30 pm. at Hampton Presbyterian Church, 2942 E. Hardies Road. The next meeting is April 2, with entertainment by comedian David Kaye. The group welcomes visitors and new members. Dues are $10 per year. For more...
In brief: Richland, Pine area news, week of March 25, 2024
Play bridge
at Pine center The Pine Community Center will be host free bridge play from 2 to 3:30 p.m. April 2, April 17, May 1 and May 15. There will be no formal instruction, so some general working knowledge of bridge is helpful. A deck of cards will be...
In brief: North Allegheny area news, week of March 25, 2024
Garden club features pond discussion The Ingomar Garden Club’s next monthly meeting is at 10:30 a.m. April 3 at Northmont Church, 8169 Perry Highway, McCandless. A business meeting will be followed by a light luncheon and guest speaker Brian Golgan, owner of Pondering LLC. He will discuss ways to add...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area events, week of March 25, 2024
Wanted: Youth Service Librarian Oakmont Carnegie Library is accepting applications for a dedicated youth services librarian. The goal of the full-time position is to inspire young minds through literature and learning. The annual pay range is $40,000- $43,000. Applications can be found online at oakmontborough.com Help for property tax, rent...
In brief: Bethel Park area happenings, week of March 25, 2024
Designer Bag Bingo benefits library Friends of the Bethel Park Library are hosting a Designer Bag Bingo to benefit the library on April 14 at the Bethel Park Community Center, 5151 Park Ave. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the library, by visiting...
In brief: Ross, West View area happenings, week of March 25, 2024
Community Connections Fair planned April 19 North Hills High School will host its first-ever Community Connections Fair on April 19 and is seeking local businesses and organizations to participate. The event, scheduled from 8:30 to 11:15 a.m., aims to educate students about the diverse array of career options in the...
Morning Roundup: Man shot in McKeesport; homes, vehicles shot at in Arnold
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Monday, March 25: Man in critical condition after shooting in McKeesport One person was taken to the hospital early Monday after a shooting in McKeesport, according to Allegheny County Police. At 3 a.m., McKeesport police were dispatched to the...
Military support organization to restore U.S. Army helicopter at Lynch Field
When Stephanie Redovan trekked past the retired Army helicopter at Lynch Field in Greensburg, she saw that it could use a facelift. Redovan was completing a ruck — a hike while carrying a weighted backpack — with teammates from local fitness club Fit and Fun Life and she noticed the...
Area real estate agents await impact of $418 million settlement over structuring commission fees
The proposed settlement of a nationwide class-action lawsuit over the commissions that sellers pay in a real estate transaction could lead to more confusion for some when it comes time to sell property, said a veteran Westmoreland County real estate agent. “It will cause more problems for the public who...
The Stroller, March 25, 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. Donations welcome for Leechburg PATH program The Leechburg Food Bank and...
‘There’s just no room’: State parks, campgrounds prepare for influx of visitors during April 8 total solar eclipse
Taking in the total solar eclipse on April 8 at Pymatuning State Park is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and visitors are expected to flock to the Crawford County attraction for a chance to share in the excitement. “Nobody that’s alive today is going to be alive for the next one, so...
Leechburg business abruptly closes after reported burglary; owner offers reward for information
A specialty convenience market in Leechburg’s business district closed abruptly, after a reported burglary early Sunday that resulted in the theft of $200 from the register. Market on Second, open since 2022, was burglarized between 6:45 and 7:10 a.m., owner Jennifer Toney said. Toney, a well-established cook and caterer, owns...
Indiana community avoids major trouble during IUPatty’s as university curtails frat parties
The 2024 IUPatty’s weekend made it to Sunday morning without any major tumult or serious injuries being reported. While the annual event is not sanctioned by Indiana University of Pennsylvania, the university told its fraternities and sororities this year to pull the plug on any parties they were hosting by...
Lower Burrell woman held for court in West Deer drunken-driving crash
A Lower Burrell woman was held for court on felony charges of child endangerment in connection with a January crash. Police said she drove her vehicle with two children as passengers while her blood alcohol level was three times the legal limit. Kierra Cooper, 24, was charged after a two-vehicle...
Man’s body recovered in Allegheny River
Pittsburgh River Rescue recovered the body of an adult male from the Allegheny River on Sunday afternoon. According to Pittsburgh police, River Rescue was dispatched to the 9th Street/Rachel Carson Bridge around 2:30 p.m. for reports of a male seen going into the water. Witnesses said the male entered from...
Police investigating death of 9-month-old in Homewood
Pittsburgh police on Sunday were investigating the death of a 9-month-old in Homewood. According to Pittsburgh police, emergency responders were dispatched to the 500 block of North Homewood Avenue just before 9 a.m. for the report of an infant in distress. When they arrived, they found a 9-month-old female unresponsive....
Firefighters quickly knock down blaze at home in New Kensington
A home on the 400 block of 4th Avenue in New Kensington caught fire on Sunday afternoon. Firefighters had the blaze under control by 4:30 p.m. No injuries were reported. Fire Chief Ed Saliba Jr. told TribLive news partner WTAE that the fire is likely to be ruled an accident...
