Western PA Local News category, Page 747
Judge sends Munhall man to life in prison for murder, then tacks on 43 more years
The judge minced no words as he sentenced the Munhall man before him to life in prison with no chance for parole for first-degree murder. “This case is an outrageous disregard for anyone but yourself,” Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Anthony M. Mariani told the defendant on Monday. “You represent...
In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week of March 18, 2024
Priority registration for tree giveaway ends soon Penn Hills Shade Tree Commission is partnering with Tree Pittsburgh to give away 200 trees to residents and businesses. Pick-up is April 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Penn Hills Community Park. Each registrant can get one to three trees at...
Hempfield man jailed, accused of ramming vehicle at school bus stop
A Hempfield man was denied bail Friday after state police said he intentionally rammed a vehicle waiting at a school bus stop. Casey D. Anthony, 32, is charged with aggravated assault, reckless endangerment, harassment and related offenses. Troopers said Anthony intentionally drove a pickup truck with an attached trailer into...
Settlement reached in dispute over Allegheny County ballot drop boxes
Four days after suing Allegheny County’s chief executive for overreaching her authority by announcing mail-in ballot drop-off locations without approval from the county elections board, the plaintiffs on Monday agreed to withdraw their complaint. County Councilman at-large Sam DeMarco, R-North Fayette, the lead plaintiff, said the decision was made because...
North Hills High School students rank among nation’s highest achievers
North Hills High School seniors Ella Demoise, Valerio Gomez-Frittelli, Joshua Kim and Nicholas Strother have been named National Merit Finalists for 2024 after being named semifinalists in September. Approximately 1.5 million high school students across the country enter the National Merit Scholarship program each year by taking the Preliminary SAT/National...
Seating limited for eclipse planetarium programs at Saint Vincent College
Skygazers who have marked their calendars for the April 8 solar eclipse can catch a sneak peek of the celestial event at Saint Vincent College. The college’s Taiani Planetarium will present shows on the eclipse at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday and at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on...
Burrell middle school students learn how to be safe online through Google’s ‘Be Internet Awesome’
Charles A. Huston Middle School student Lily Liotta knew the basics of staying safe on the internet. But a visit from Google representatives to her school in Lower Burrell expanded her knowledge. “It’s really important stuff that’s useful for teens and tweens to know,” Lily said after the roughly half-hour...
Norwin seeks public input in superintendent search
Norwin officials who will choose the next school superintendent will hear what residents want in a new district leader during a community focus group meeting on March 26. Tom Templeton, owner of Templeton Advantage LLC of Newport, an educational executive search firm, will lead the discussion at the public forum...
Pittsburgh police make arrest in Allentown triple shooting that killed 1 man
Pittsburgh police have made an arrest in a triple shooting earlier this month that left one man dead in the city’s Allentown neighborhood. Quincey Gurske, 20, of Mt. Washington was taken into custody Monday morning for the fatal shooting March 3 of Marquese Freeman, also 20 and from Pittsburgh, authorities...
East Deer amusement tax set to take effect April 13
A portion of admission fees for large, ticketed events in East Deer will soon go to the municipality. Commissioners on Thursday adopted a 5% tax on admission fees to large events hosted in the township. The tax becomes effective April 13. Event coordinators would be responsible for collecting the fees...
In brief: Richland, Pine happenings, week of March 18, 2024
‘Mamma Mia!’ at Pine-Richland Performances of “Mamma Mia!” continue on March 22 and 23 at Pine-Richland High School. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. both days, plus a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday. Beattie students of month Two Pine-Richland High School juniors were named student of the month at A.W. Beattie...
In brief: North Allegheny area happenings, week of March 18, 2024
‘Cool Tools’ for garden club “Cool Tools and Tool Care for the Gardener” is the show-and-tell topic for the March 26 meeting of Longvue Acres Garden Club, with Steve Piskor, Penn State master gardener If your tools are the boss, not you, then this program is designed for you. The...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area events, week of March 18, 2024
Guard punched inmate in Allegheny County Jail cell, police say An Allegheny County Jail guard has lost his job and been charged after he punched an inmate multiple times, authorities said. Robert Veith, 49, of Plum, was conducting window cell checks Jan. 3 when the incident occurred, Allegheny County Police...
Morning Roundup: Crash in Liberty Tunnel; Allegheny County Police searching for suspect
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Monday, March 18: 2-vehicle crash inside Pittsburgh’s Liberty Tunnel A two-vehicle crash was reported inside the inbound Liberty Tunnel on Monday morning. Allegheny County 911 received reports of the crash a little after 5:40 a.m. According to Triblive’s news...
East Deer increases water rates
East Deer residents soon will feel the brunt of three previous water rate increases from the township’s bulk water provider. Township commissioners increased water rates by $1.80 per 1,000 gallons. East Deer previously charged its residents $15.50 for the first 1,500 gallons used. “Our wholesale provider, Tarentum Borough, increased us...
Seton Hill presents lecture by San Diego cardinal during inaugural Founders’ Day
The Seton Hill community will honor its past and look toward its future during its inaugural Founders’ Day celebration Tuesday. Founders’ Day — which will feature a lecture by Cardinal Robert McElroy and a panel discussion about religion and violence — was created by the university’s office of Mission and...
The Stroller, March 18, 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. Springdale library collecting old pill bottles Springdale Free Public Library is...
Hempfield family fighting son’s leukemia encourages people to join transplant registry
When Lucas James’ mom came to pick him up from school two years ago, Lucas knew something was terribly wrong. “I had on-and-off fevers, and we ended up having to do a blood test,” said Lucas, 14. “I was at school when my mom had gotten notified. “She was so...
Building permit sweep yields 11 violations in Gilpin; officials urge compliance
Gilpin zoning officer Sharon Long recently completed a weeklong sweep, checking for nonpermitted structures in the rural township. During the sweep, Long cited 11 residents for not obtaining the proper permits before building on their property. Most of Gilpin’s surrounding townships and municipalities have zoning laws on the books, but...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of March 18, 2024
Run to benefit first responders Run for the Hill of It, a FoxWall EMS and Aspinwall Volunteer Fire Department fundraiser, is set for 9 a.m. to noon April 28. The 1-mile competitive race and family fun walk is presented by UPMC St. Margaret. Registration is open. Participants will meet at...
Silver ball still rolls at Pinball Perfection in West View
Arcade regulars half a century ago may remember the appearance of a game featuring a few lit-up lines representing tennis-table paddles, trying to make contact with a dot zigzagging across the screen. Fans of pinball machines, the main attractions at such establishments, tended to scoff at something that simplistic. Despite...
Pedestrian hit by driver in Friendship
A 40-year-old man was hit by a driver in Pittsburgh’s Friendship neighborhood Sunday morning. Pittsburgh Police said a man was hit at the corner of Baum Boulevard and South Graham Street at about 11:35 a.m. The driver initially left the scene, but then later returned with someone else driving, according...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from March 7-13, 2024
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, the Tribune-Review’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,...
Remember When: St. Patrick’s Day Flood wreaked havoc on the A-K Valley in 1936
In the winter of 1936, the Alle-Kiski Valley saw 63 inches of snowfall through February. Then March came in like a lion. During the first weeks of March, warm weather coupled with melting snow and two days of torrential rain resulted in one of the region’s worst natural disasters: the...
Building the Valley: Arnold woman fulfills dream by opening Lower Burrell bridal shop
Through all the ups and downs, fashion has always been a big part in Precious “GiGi” Jones’ life. And now, the time is right for her to open a bridal boutique in Lower Burrell. “This is my dream — to not only make people feel beautiful but to make them...
