Valley News Dispatch category, Page 275
Fundraiser for Aspinwall’s Christ the Divine Teacher Catholic Academy draws record attendance
A fashion-themed fundraiser proved to be a perfect fit for Christ the Divine Teacher Catholic Academy in Aspinwall. The school hosted the 2023 Sip & Style Fashion Fundraiser May 7 at the Pittsburgh Field Club in Fox Chapel. The event drew more than 200 people and raised more...
Work continues on bridge replacement over Pucketa Creek between Plum, Upper Burrell
With a temporary span installed, work is continuing to replace a bridge over a creek between Plum and Upper Burrell. Pugliano Construction of Plum is working on the $1 million project to replace Pucketa Creek Bridge No. 5, which carries Lincoln Beach Drive over the creek. Allegheny and Westmoreland counties...
Roaring Run Watershed Association trying to raise money for trail-related projects
A new project organized by trail stewards and volunteers of the Roaring Run Watershed Association is tackling ongoing parking issues at the Rock Furnace Trailhead in Kiski Township. The Rock Furnace parking lot expansion and relocation project is underway at the trail on Brownstown Road to offer additional parking spaces...
The Stroller, May 11, 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. Lower Burrell event to benefit Speed Family Blessing Box A craft...
Aspinwall considering ordinance regulating movie filming in the borough
It is no secret that Western Pennsylvania has had its share of Hollywood experiences the past few years. The Tom Hanks film “A Man Called Otto,” which made it to No. 1 on Netflix earlier this month, was shot in various locations including Oakmont in 2022. Season two of Amazon...
New Kensington, Arnold leaders offer encouragement to Valley High football players
Three leaders of the New Kensington and Arnold communities have put themselves at the service of players on the Valley High School football team. New Kensington Mayor Tom Guzzo, Arnold Mayor Joe Bia II and District Judge Frank J. Pallone Jr. spoke to members of the Vikings team on the...
Taste of Two Towns brings communities together at Oakmont library
Brisket was served by bookshelves and wine was sipped near hundreds of writings as residents from Oakmont and surrounding communities gathered in support of their local library. Oakmont Carnegie Library officials said at least 172 people participated in its annual Taste of Two Towns fundraiser at 700 Allegheny River Blvd....
Tarentum beefs up security at water plant
Ahead of a possible $2 million upgrade at Tarentum’s water plant, cameras will be installed to boost security. Council on Tuesday approved about $11,500 for five security cameras that will be mounted at the plant, pump house and water tanks. Video feed will be collected from several locations, including parking...
Sharpsburg gets intern to help craft capital improvement plan
A Carnegie Mellon University grad student will assist Sharpsburg officials in crafting a plan for future borough projects. Saul Bezner, who is studying for his master’s degree in public policy and management at CMU’s Heinz College, was selected from a dozen candidates for a summer internship, borough Manager Christine DeRunk...
Man accused by Buffalo Township police of terrorizing woman in her home ordered to trial
A man accused of terrorizing a woman in her Buffalo Township home after she broke off their relationship has been ordered to stand trial. Nicholas D. Brown, 34, of the 1100 block of Airedale Drive in Bethel Park was charged with counts of making terroristic threats, criminal mischief, disorderly conduct...
District Judge Cheryl Peck Yakopec running for 6th term on bench
Cheryl Peck Yakopec is seeking reelection to a sixth term as a district judge. The judge for Magisterial District 10-1-04 covers Lower Burrell, Upper Burrell, Allegheny Township, Vandergrift, Hyde Park, East Vandergrift, West Leechburg and Oklahoma Borough. She is being opposed by attorney Leslie Uncapher Zellers, 56, of Allegheny Township....
The Stroller, May 10, 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. Monthly food truck event planned in East Vandergrift East Vandergrift Community...
Roundabout construction requires summerlong road closure in Allegheny Township
An ongoing construction project in Allegheny Township soon will have motorists driving in circles, but for all the right reasons. Township officials long have sought a solution for a problematic traffic area at the intersection of Route 356 and La Belle Vue Road. Enter the roundabout. “That intersection has traditionally...
$6M to help Western Pa. makerspaces bolster tech resources for smaller manufacturers
“Makerspaces” at four area colleges and universities are expanding their resources and/or programs to give regional small manufacturers increased access to equipment and the knowledge on how to use it. “The makerspaces will provide manufacturers and entrepreneurs throughout the Southwestern Pennsylvania region with easy access to equipment and services that...
New Kensington man claims jury erred in Arnold slaying case
The lawyer for a New Kensington man serving a life sentence for a 2020 murder argued his client’s claims of self defense were not properly considered by a Westmoreland County jury. Assistant Public Defender John Sweeney said evidence presented last year during a weeklong trial did not support the jury...
Matt Sobecki, longtime New Kensington volunteer firefighter, dies from cancer
Matthew S. Sobecki, a life member of the New Kensington Fire Department with nearly 50 years of service, has died. The New Kensington Bureau of Fire announced Tuesday that Sobecki, 64, died from cancer at 1:25 a.m. He died at UPMC Shadyside hospital. Sobecki served in many line and administrative...
Plum police issue warning of mail theft
Plum police and the U.S. Postal Service are investigating numerous incidents of mail theft, police said Tuesday. Suspects are stealing the contents of residential and business mailboxes, police said. Officers have identified a vehicle of interest, according to police. On Monday, the driver of a white minivan was seen taking...
Free prom prep for Highlands students offered by volunteer glam squad
A Highlands-area glam squad is converging to help students prep for prom on Friday — for free. With hashtags like #GetYourPrettyOn and #FeelHandsomeFriday, volunteers from the Highlands Partnership Network have plastered social media to seek teens who need a little assistance getting red-carpet ready. “I want to make sure that...
Deer Lakes School Board draws pool of 7 candidates for May 16 primary
Residents in the Deer Lakes School District will have a choice in the May 16 primary of seven candidates seeking nominations to the ballot of the Nov. 7 general election, where five school board seats will be determined. Newcomers James Calvert, Susan Claus, Pietro Porco, Leonard Verdetto III and Phillip...
Woman accused of being high, slapping Arnold officer who pulled her over for careless driving
Arnold police accused a woman of being high and slapping an officer in the face when he pulled her over for careless driving. Lucy Lynn Haun, 33, of the 200 block of Campbell Avenue in Leechburg was charged with a felony count of aggravated assault along with three drug-related charges...
O’Hara and Fox Chapel officials plan public meeting to discuss long-term plan survey results
Two communities are working together to create a long-range plan in Allegheny County. More than 1,300 residents of Fox Chapel and O’Hara Township completed online and paper questionnaires last year to assess community needs and determine how well officials were meeting them. Survey results will help to shape decisions concerning...
The Stroller, May 9, 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. Free take-out dinners available at Knead Community Cafe Knead Community Café,...
‘Only getting busier’: Local RV dealers still see interest in camping
People who caught the travel bug during the covid-19 pandemic and purchased RVs are now returning to those dealerships. It’s not because they’re dissatisfied with their purchases, sales representatives said. Instead, many discovered a love for the outdoors and are seeking to upgrade their RVs. “The industry’s changed for the...
‘Stuff-the-Truck’ food drive to benefit Highlands Family Center
Leaders at the Highlands Family Center in Tarentum tried to think outside the box with their latest fundraiser. Where could they target a crowd of people who might step up to do good for those in need? “Our food pantry is getting a little scarce, and we thought the Night...
Maintenance vehicle catches fire in West Deer
A maintenance vehicle caught fire Monday afternoon in West Deer. According to Tribune-Review news partner WPXI, emergency crews were called to the scene near the train tracks at 2:38 p.m. The fire started in the area of Dawson and Saxonburg roads. Crews are investigating the cause....
