Valley News Dispatch category, Page 284
Fox Chapel native and comic Eddie Ifft returns for homecoming show
Eddie Ifft was voted funniest student as an eighth grader at Dorseyville Middle School. “I don’t think my parents were very proud of that because it was my second time in the eighth grade,” Ifft said. “I had attended St. Scholastica School in Aspinwall and was told I wasn’t ready...
The Stroller, April 14, 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. Leechburg Hall of Fame induction slated The 18th annual Leechburg Hall...
New Kensington contractor accused of fleecing residents in Penn Hills, O’Hara
The owner of a New Kensington brick pointing company who is awaiting trial on charges that he ripped off a family in O’Hara by taking money for work that wasn’t done was arrested on the same charges by Penn Hills police. Dennis M. Eror, 41, of the 300 block of...
Generations House of Worship in Brackenridge extending its reach to Lower Burrell
Brackenridge Pastor Nick Chybrzynski became a Christian at 15, well before he had a driver’s license or access to a car. “I didn’t have a way to get to church in Springdale from my house in Natrona Heights so I walked, rode my bike or took a PAT bus,” said...
Diners invited to discover new favorites on spring, summer menu at Knead Community Café
The seasonal change of the menu at Knead Community Café in New Kensington can be tough to deal with for diners who see a favorite dish go away. But when that new menu rolls out, “You’re going to find a new favorite,” cafe co-founder Mary Bode said. This year’s spring...
Couple face drug, child endangerment charges after Vandergrift cops called to house for domestic dispute
Vandergrift police officers responding to a domestic disturbance call accused a couple of keeping the cocaine and marijuana they used or sold within reach of two young children. John Edward Johnston Jr., 30, of the 3900 block of Greenwood Drive in Allegheny Township was charged with two counts of endangering...
The Stroller, April 13, 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. Harrison Boy Scouts plan food collection for food bank Boy Scout...
Highlands School Board: Region 1 — Large field for primary has 4 candidates seeking 2 positions
Editor’s note: A second installment of this story, featuring the Region 2 candidates, will appear in Friday’s edition. Region 3 will appear in Saturday’s edition. All three installments can be viewed online at TribLIVE.com. The Highlands School District drew a large field of interest in the upcoming primary election with...
Highlands School Board: Region 3 — Field sees 4 vying for 2 seats
The Highlands School District drew a large field of interest in the upcoming primary election with 11 people vying for five open seats across three regions. In Region 3, a soon-to-be Highlands graduate and a former board member are among the mix of four candidates for two open seats. Elijah...
Highlands School Board: Region 2 — Large primary field sees 3 newcomers vying for 1 seat
Editor’s note: The first installment of this story, featuring the Region 1 candidates, appeared in Thursday’s edition. Region 3 will appear in Saturday’s edition. All three installments can be viewed online at TribLIVE.com. The Highlands School District drew a large field of interest in the upcoming primary election with 11...
Blawnox appoints Pittsburgh school teacher as new council member; she hopes to get youths involved
A teacher at a Pittsburgh public school and nonprofit founder has been appointed to Blawnox Council. Council voted 5-0 Wednesday to appoint Christine Carnevali to the seat vacated by Jessica Dayhoff-Mayo. Councilwoman Meghan Kennedy was absent. “I’m honored,” Carnevali said after the meeting. “I think Blawnox has a lot to...
Southern Armstrong Regional Police Department receives Governors Award
Two participating municipalities of a newly formed regional police force have received the Governor’s Award for Local Government Excellence. The Southern Armstrong Regional Police Department, chartered on Oct. 12, 2022, was honored with the award in the Intergovernmental Cooperation category. Freeport Borough and Gilpin Township were nominated for the award...
Abandoned house destroyed in New Kensington, neighbor angered that his house damaged, too
Matt Rhodes knew the abandoned house next to his New Kensington home was trouble waiting to happen. On Wednesday, it happened. A brush fire reported just before 3 p.m. spread to the back of the vacant house at 849 Franklin St. and then to his house next door. The fire...
PA CareerLink Alle-Kiski job fair to feature 9 businesses, dozens of positions
PA CareerLink Alle-Kiski is hosting a job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at 1150 Fifth Ave. in New Kensington. Nine businesses representing a variety of fields will be on hand: Quality Life Services, Home InStead, KML Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund, Whalen Exteriors, Filterbuy, U.S. Postal Service,...
Dollar Tree moving into former Altmeyer’s in New Kensington
Another new business is moving into Riverview Plaza in New Kensington. A Dollar Tree will fill the space that, until recently, housed Altmeyer’s, according to plans filed with the city. Altmeyer’s, a more than 80-year-old, family-owned bed, bath and home goods store, filed for bankruptcy in July 2022 and started...
Allegheny Township police take delivery of new township-issued guns
Police officers in Allegheny Township soon will swap out their personal firearms for township-issued guns. Since the 1960s, township officers have carried their own guns on the job, as is the case with many small municipal forces. Allegheny Township police Chief Duane Fisher waited more than a year for the...
The Stroller, April 12, 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. Applications being accepted for Goodwill voucher program Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania...
Safer crosswalks, park landscaping coming to Blawnox
Blawnox residents will likely begin noticing several projects across town that are expected to improve safety and accessibility. Lighted crosswalks, pavement markings and signs will benefit people of all ages strolling through the borough. Work will impact eight intersections. A second project will upgrade sidewalks and landscaping at Blawnox Community...
Tarentum Night Market to kick off 4th season with more than 40 vendors
Mild weather and a sold-out venue with more than 40 vendors will mark the kickoff of the Tarentum Night Market on Thursday. Back for its fourth season, the outdoor shopping event features food, music and special promotions at many borough businesses. Hosted from 5 to 8 p.m., the market is...
Bail denied for Springdale man accused of beating, strangling woman; trial ordered
A Springdale man accused of beating and strangling a woman who had a protection from abuse order against him has been ordered to stand trial. Stephen Anthon Winstead, 24, of the 900 block of Chester Street waived his right to a preliminary hearing Tuesday during an appearance before District Judge...
Public hearing set to discuss potential alcohol sales at convenience store near Kiski Area High School
Beer could be sold at a convenience store across the street from Kiski Area High School if a request for a liquor license transfer is approved by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. Anna K. Holdings, the transfer applicant, is applying for the license to sell malt and/or brewed alcoholic beverages...
Southbound Route 28 restricted to 1 lane in Aspinwall, O’Hara
The single lane restriction along Route 28 southbound in Aspinwall and O’Hara will continue through Thursday, PennDOT announced. A single-lane restriction will occur on southbound Route 28 from the Virginia Avenue on-ramp to the Highland Park Bridge interchange from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Crews will conduct sound...
Lower Burrell police seek tips, video on weekend burglary along Hilltop Drive
Lower Burrell police are asking for the public’s help identifying suspected who broke into a vacant home over the weekend. Police issued an alert on social media Monday, asking residents in the area of Hilltop Drive who have security cameras to check if their video shows any suspicious people or...
‘Springtime in Paris’ fundraiser by Women’s Board will benefit kids in need
A French-inspired fundraiser with fashion, fresh flowers and food hosted by the Women’s Board of Pittsburgh will benefit needy children across the region. The “Springtime in Paris” soiree will serve as the group’s annual campaign to benefit children’s nonprofits that focus on education, recreation and other needs. It is scheduled...
Cheswick man accused of stealing neighbor’s jewelry to feed drug habit
Police say a Cheswick man admitted to breaking into a neighbor’s house to steal her jewelry so he could sell it to support his drug habit. Eric Robert Desabetino, 44, of the 200 block of South Highland Avenue was charged by Allegheny Valley Regional Police with felony counts of burglary,...
