Shooting suspect in custody after 7-hour standoff in McKeesport
A man is in police custody following an overnight standoff in McKeesport that lasted more than seven hours. Allegheny County Police on Tuesday charged Michael Paul Plopi, 42, of McKeesport, with attempted homicide, aggravated assault and a firearms violation in connection with the standoff, court records show. He had not...
The Depot Wi-Fi cafe and laundromat in Tarentum still in the works
A community resource center in Tarentum that was expected to open in 2021 is slowly rebounding from what organizers say was a covid-induced stall. The Depot, in the 300 block of Fifth Avenue, was hailed as a first-of-its-kind co-working space with a Wi-Fi cafe and laundromat. Backed by nonprofit Faith...
The Stroller, Sept. 5, 2023: 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. Tickets on sale for Boy Scout chicken barbecue Boy Scout Troop...
Salem weighs sewage treatment options, amid resident concerns
Lisa Segina likes the rural feel of her Salem home. But, as the township considers joining a growing countywide sewage authority, Segina worries Salem will be subject to property development in the future. Since parting ways with the Crabtree Sewage Authority, the township has relied primarily on taps into the...
‘It’s shocking’: Apollo-area residents react after another alligator reportedly spotted in Kiski
Apollo area residents were saying “see ya later, alligator” after a gator some called Chomper was captured last month from the Kiski River. But over the weekend, another alligator, or something thought to be an alligator, was spotted in the same area. It left some river enthusiasts less enthused over...
Youngwood race draws more runners this year to support those on autism spectrum
Tammi Morton of Freedom, Beaver County, completed Monday’s Run For Autism 5K race in just under 45 minutes. Then she took her place at the finish line in Youngwood, handing out medals to all those who completed the event’s longer half marathon course. Morton was among those present who had...
Scenes from Pittsburgh’s Labor Day parade
Thousands of people attended Pittsburgh’s Labor Day parade Monday morning. The annual event featured hundreds of labor organizations and a visit by Gov. Josh Shapiro, Pa. Secretary of Labor & Industry Nancy A. Walker and Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Julie A. Su. “It’s important people understand our work ethic....
Revelers enjoy ‘last hurrah of summer’ at Labor United Celebration
The weather wasn’t the only hot thing at the 2023 Labor United Celebration held Sunday and Monday at Northmoreland Park. Hot fresh-cut fries were a hit with toddlers Waylon Smith and Jax Wheeler of Parks Township. The two friends were focused and determined as they shared a large helping of...
Man’s condition stabilizes after stabbing in Mt. Washington, police say
A man was upgraded from critical to stable condition after a stabbing Monday morning in Pittsburgh’s Mt. Washington neighborhood, according to a city Public Safety spokesperson. City police found the man with stab wounds to his arm and abdomen when they responded to the incident reported shortly before 9 a.m....
Crash in Penn Township sends 6 motorists to area hospitals
Six people were taken to area hospitals after a pickup truck crashed Sunday night in Penn Township. The crash was reported shortly before 9 p.m. on a stretch of Baughman Road between Bushy Run and Dutch Hollow roads, according to Claridge fire Chief Ron Supancic Jr. Ambulances transported two adults...
Crash on I-79 sends 1 to hospital
One person was taken by ambulance to a hospital for treatment Monday morning following a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 79 near the Wexford exit, according to an Allegheny County 911 dispatch supervisor. The crash was reported shortly before 6:30 a.m. in the northbound lanes of the interstate, partially blocking traffic....
In brief: Plum area happenings, week of Sept. 4, 2023
Plum hydrant flushing The Plum Borough Municipal Authority will be flushing fire hydrants from Sept. 18 to Oct. 27. Flushing is required to check the operation of all fire hydrants and to clean the distribution lines, according to the authority. No work will be done on weekends. Because flushing may...
In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of Sept. 7, 2023
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Presbyterian car show Hampton Presbyterian Church will host a car cruise from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 30. Vintage vehicles will be on display, with a concession stand and featuring music by DJ Denny Dutko. All makes and models are welcome. The church is at 2942 E. Hardies...
In brief: Monroeville area happenings, week of Sept. 4, 2023
International Day of Peace The Rotary Club of Monroeville is coordinating an International Day of Peace event from noon to 2 p.m. Sept. 23 at Monroeville Park West, 2399 Tilbrook Road. Featured will be ethnic food trucks, cultural music, free Kona Ice and family activities. Feel free to wear your...
The Stroller, Sept. 4, 2023: 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. Kiski Watershed Association plans river cleanup on Saturday The Kiski Watershed...
Another alligator sighting in the Kiski River reported to authorities
There appears to be a reptile repeat of sorts along the Kiski River in Kiski Township. After a weeklong search and rescue of an alligator from the river near Apollo in August, a group of six kayakers reported spotting another alligator swimming in the Kiski on Sunday afternoon, about a...
Latrobe police investigating shooting in the city
A male was brought to Latrobe Area Hospital on Sunday with a gunshot wound, according to Latrobe police. Detectives interviewed him at the hospital, but he was either unable or unwilling to provide details of the shooting, according to a post on the Latrobe police department’s Facebook page. He was...
Scottdale man charged with robbery, receiving stolen property after McCandless bank heist
A Scottdale man has been arrested after, police say, he robbed a Huntington Bank in McCandless on Tuesday, according to a criminal complaint filed by McCandless police . Raymond H. Zwibel, of Scottdale, was charged with robbery and receiving stolen property. About $1,500 to $1,600 was stolen from the bank...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Aug. 24-30, 2023
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,...
2 dead, 7 injured in Fayette County vehicle crash
Two people died and seven were injured early Sunday in a head-on vehicle crash in Wharton Township. The crash, which involved two vehicles, happened just before 5:30 a.m., said state police and Fayette EMS Chief Rick Adobato. Troopers said the two vehicles collided head-on when one crossed over the center...
Bishop Larry Kulick reconsecrates Catholic church in New Kensington
St. Mary of Czestochowa Church in New Kensington was reconsecrated Aug. 26 by Bishop Larry Kulick of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Greensburg. The large brick church on Kenneth Avenue suffered $3 million in damages on April 8, 2020, when an EF-1 tornado — with winds of up to 100...
Building the Valley: New spin studio in New Kensington offers fun workout alternative
Shayle Prorok, owner of the new Rhythm Ridez spin studio in New Kensington, is excited to be part of the city’s changing times. Prorok, 49, of New Kensington opened the doors to her new indoor studio Aug. 19. “I’m really pumped about what’s going on in the city I grew...
Summit Hose Fall Festival gearing up for 3 days of food, fun, bingo and bands
It’s three weeks until the official start of autumn, but that’s close enough for Summit Hose Company to stage its popular Fall Festival in Tarentum’s Riverview Memorial Park. The carnival, scheduled for Sept. 7-9, is expected to draw thousands of people of all ages. “There will be rides and games,...
Lower Burrell Farmers Market seeks plastic bags to win a free bench
Lower Burrell’s farmers market aims to turn trash to treasure — or bags to benches — through a recycling campaign. The market entered the Trex Bags to Benches recycling program July 22. It has a bin on site to collect plastic bags, which market organizers periodically weigh to see their...
Penn’s Colony Festival abruptly canceled in Clinton Township because of staffing shortage
Penn’s Colony Festival organizers have canceled their regional dayslong festival, mere weeks from its scheduled kickoff date of Sept. 16. The event typically runs on two weekends and showcases the French-and-Indian-era history of Western Pennsylvania. It offers an expansive outdoor village featuring period craftsmen, demonstrations, live music, food, battle reenactments...
