Valley News Dispatch category, Page 3
Pittsburgh Brewing hosts ‘Shake Yinz Booties’ fundraiser
It’s last call for tickets to the 25th annual “Shake Yinz Booties” gala, hosted at Pittsburgh Brewing Company in East Deer. The event by The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh was re-titled from “Shake Your Booties” this year to focus on all things black-and-gold in honor of the anniversary. It is...
81-year-old Verona man charged with arson
An 81-year-old Verona man admitted to starting a fire Thursday that damaged a vacant house not far from his own home, borough police allege in court filings. Verona police charged Ricardo Vantine on Friday with arson and criminal mischief. According to a criminal complaint, police used video surveillance to identify...
Macy’s at Pittsburgh Mills announces closing date
Two weeks remain for shoppers of the Macy’s at Pittsburgh Mills. The company announced that April 26 will be closing day for the Frazer store, which opened in 2005. The location is among 150 that the New York City-based company plans to close this year. A video posted to Facebook...
Washington Township hires new police officer, gets his police dog as part of the deal
For the first time, Washington Township will have a police dog as part of its police department. On Thursday, District Justice Jason Buczak swore in new Patrolman Dylan Keffer and his police dog, a German shepherd named Dirk, during the township supervisors’ meeting. Supervisors Chairman Rich Gardner confirmed Dirk is...
The Stroller, April 12, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Iron City Distilling prepares for 3rd whiskey release, book signing
Iron City Distilling is hosting two releases today, combining the launch of its third Bessemer Rye Single Barrel release with a book signing by Master Distiller Matt Strickland. The third single barrel release is available in the East Deer distillery’s gift shop. No bottles will be sold online. “Crafted entirely...
Love of music celebrated at 20th annual Three Rivers Community Band FestivalVideo
A new band assembled, rehearsed, performed and disbanded within hours Saturday — all for the love of community music. The 2026 Festival Band, made up of more than 100 musicians from 62 musical groups from around the region, was the lead performance for the 20th annual Three Rivers Community Band...
Alle-Kiski Senior Citizen News: April 11, 2026
Armstrong County Senior Centers Apollo Tuesday: 10:30 a.m., “A Look at the Past 200 Years” with Apollo Historical Society. Hours: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays. Details: Charlotte at 800-368-1066 or Amy at 724-478-1410. The center is at 707A N. Fifth St., Apollo. Freeport Tuesdays and Thursdays: bingo. The center...
New Lower Burrell food truck to serve up fresh eats, community aid
When Jill Sheerer returned from Alabama to her native Lower Burrell, she brought along a little something to share with the community. Her food truck, Jilly’s Cafe, made the journey north not long after Sheerer had replanted roots in the Alle-Kiski Valley. She’ll be opening the mobile eatery April 19...
The Stroller, April 11, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Pittsburgh men rescind request to withdraw guilty pleas in Arnold shooting
Two Pittsburgh men in jail since their arrest in a 2022 shooting in Arnold told a Westmoreland County judge Friday they no longer want to rescind guilty pleas they entered last year. Tishan Lowe Jr., 34, and Imani Patterson, 28, are facing potential 10- to 20-year prison sentences for their...
Brackenridge considers security cameras at Memorial Park
Brackenridge Council is hoping for extra eyes around-the-clock in the borough’s riverfront park. Council members proposed the idea to install cameras at the park along First Avenue, if costs and funding can be worked out. “It’s not like we want to watch everyone, but if something bad happens, we would...
Once part of Drive-In Capital of the World, this rural complex fights for survival
“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” blared across the massive screen at Riverside Drive-In on April 2 to mark opening night of the 2026 season at the Parks Township theater. But owners were quick to say, without recent community support, the screen would have remained dark. A GoFund Me organized by...
Petition launched to show support to Aspinwall Council’s censuring, resignation request of mayor
An Aspinwall resident has launched a petition campaign seeking signatures in support of borough council’s recent censuring request of Mayor Scott Zimmermann, and the calls for his resignation. Its virtual version, posted to ipetitions.com, is titled “Upholding Integrity and Accountability in Aspinwall Leadership.” It purported to have had a little...
Oakmont Council opens floor to residents on deer management strategies
There appears to be strong support for reducing the number of deer in Oakmont, a borough survey of residents shows. Councilwoman Deborah Ormay brought the issue forward months ago. She mentioned that residents approach her regularly to see “if there’s anything council can do about the deer,” she said. In...
Still no hearing months after man was charged in Plum homicide
It’s been nearly five months since police charged Shawn Higgins with beating a woman to death in Plum, but he still hasn’t had a preliminary hearing. A preliminary hearing, during which a judge determines if there is enough evidence a crime has been committed to continue, is one of the...
No injuries reported in West Leechburg house fire
A fire broke out early Friday morning in a home in West Leechburg. The West Leechburg Volunteer Fire Department responded to the call just after 6:30 a.m. in the 200 block of Orchard Lane, according to Westmoreland 911 dispatch. “Within minutes the chief was on scene with the engine/tanker behind...
The Stroller, April 10, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Burrell Life Skills Prom hosts students from across the region
The annual Life Skills Prom, drawing students from nine area schools this year, provided a chance for life skills students to engage with peers and exercise practical skills. Hannah Cress, a life skills teacher at Franklin Regional Senior High School, said the event is a cheerful and safe occasion that...
Gilpin moves for proactive data center regulationsVideo
With data centers in the works in several municipalities in the region, Gilpin officials are preparing regulations in the event a company proposes one for the township. While no such proposal has been submitted, the Gilpin supervisors are advertising an ordinance that would put forth clear regulations in case one...
Paving prep work to last a month on well-traveled West Leechburg road
Bell Avenue, a well-traveled road in West Leechburg, will be going through a bit of a makeover later this month. Crews will begin excavating sections of the road between South Avenue and West Leechburg Hill Road on April 20 to prepare for future paving. That’s according to a letter sent...
Upper Burrell data center town hall scheduled for May
Upper Burrell Township and developer TECFusions will hold a public town hall May 5 at Penn State New Kensington to discuss an incoming data center and field community concerns. It will be at 6 p.m. in the theater at 3550 Seventh Street Road. At a March township supervisors meeting, residents...
The Stroller, April 9, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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As prices continue to rise, Western Pa. food banks see climbing demandVideo
Financial pressure on families from inflation, government shutdowns and the Iran war is apparent at area food banks, where some say demand is outstripping even what they saw during the covid-19 pandemic. From July 2024 to July 2025, the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank distributed 5 million more meals than...
Blawnox VFC, SAVES host Good Friday fish frys
Southern Allegheny Valley Emergency Services and Blawnox Volunteer Fire Company continued their respective traditions of hosting a fish fry on Good Friday. The food-themed fundraiser has been a staple for both fire companies for years. SAVES — the merged fire department serving Aspinwall and Sharpsburg — moved fish fry operations...
