Valley News Dispatch category, Page 7
Brick House Chic closing in Tarentum
A popular women’s shop is leaving its storefront in Tarentum. Brick House Chic Boutique along East Fourth Avenue posted the announcement to Facebook, saying “We didn’t want to move, but it’s beyond our control. I’m hoping we find a wonderful new home.” The store’s last day is Feb. 5. Opened...
The Stroller, Jan. 26, 2026: 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. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Huston Middle School students...
Line replacement in Tarentum expected to improve water quality
Tarentum will replace water lines on Davidson Street as part of an ongoing effort to upgrade deteriorating infrastructure. The work targets aging, dead-end water lines that have contributed to circulation and reliability issues, Borough Manager Dwight Boddorf said. “It’s a very intentional, problem- focused investment rather than a standalone repair,” he...
Bonfire Restaurant owners pass torch to new family in Allegheny Township
Jay Snyder has worked at the Bonfire restaurant for most of his life. Born and raised in Allegheny Township, Snyder, 59, began working at the restaurant when he was 14 after his parents, Patty and Jerry, bought it in 1981 from the Mannarino family. Snyder can’t help but reminisce about...
The Stroller, Jan. 25, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Alle-Kiski Senior Citizen News: Jan. 24, 2026
Armstrong County Senior Centers Apollo Wednesday and Thursday: 10 a.m., bingo. 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 Tuesday and Thursday: 10 a.m., bingo. The center is at 102 Fifth St., Freeport....
The Stroller, Jan. 24, 2026: 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. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Lenten fish fry listings...
Faces of the Valley: North Apollo man celebrated for 50-year career journey
Gene Burns has guts. At least that’s what his first manager, Don Brewer, at Kiski Valley Water Pollution Control Authority, said when Burns showed up on his doorstep on New Year’s Eve in 1975 asking for an interview. Less than a month later, Burns began what would become a 50-year...
Springdale asks residents to stay home, keep cars off street during expected storm
Springdale says its public works crews will be out for the duration of an expected snowstorm this weekend, but it’s asking residents to stay home and keep their cars out of the way. In a statement, the borough said Springdale Police would only respond to emergencies. For those seeking to...
New assistant principal set to start at Bon Air Elementary
A Burrell School District special education teacher and lifelong community resident will be the new assistant principal at the district’s Bon Air Elementary School. Deanna Lott begins Monday and joins Bon Air Principal Jim Croushore, said Superintendent Shannon Wagner. Lott succeeds Amy Lenart, who resigned to become an administrator outside...
Stocking up: Residents race to get supplies ahead of winter storm
The rush for milk and bread is well underway. Residents across the region are heading to grocery and hardware stores in advance of what could be the biggest snowfall the area has seen in more than 15 years. Meteorologists at the National Weather Service in Moon Township predict the region...
Joe Kern reappointed to vacant seat on Springdale Council
Joe Kern is back on Springdale Council. The general contractor had previously served two years on council before losing the seat in last year’s election. The election saw four, four-year seats and one, two-year seat on the ballot. Michael Ziencik, who claimed victory in both races, opted to take the...
Leechburg to commence pollution reduction plan in summer
Leechburg is taking a step toward improving pollution mitigation in the borough. According to council Vice President Chuck Pascal, the borough will be installing two new stormceptors in the borough, which help separate and remove pollutants in stormwater. “This was identified as a weakness in our system, so we have...
O’Hara issues surprise merger of Pleasant Valley, Parkview fire departments
In a surprise move, O’Hara officials announced Wednesday that the township’s two longtime fire departments will merge. Pleasant Valley Volunteer Fire Company and Parkview Volunteer Fire Department are in formal talks to join forces, township Manager Julie Jakubec said in a news release. The departments would operate under the Pleasant...
The Stroller, Jan. 23, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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New Kensington teen making efforts to improve Valley High culture with project, volunteerism
Trent Hicinbothem is well aware of the stereotype some have when it comes to the culture at Valley Jr.-Sr. High School in New Kensington. “There’s other students trying to make a change, but in our area, people write us off: ‘Oh, they’re the Valley kids,’” said Hicinbothem, 17. “That’s the...
Plum High School honored by Special Olympics for unified sports teams
Matt Aaron, president of Special Olympics Pennsylvania, said walking through the doors of Plum High School felt different. He was there Wednesday to present the students and staff with a banner recognizing the school’s unified sports teams, which is a joint program with the Special Olympics that integrates students with...
Late salt deliveries could hamper storm response in some towns
Some last-minute road salt deliveries Thursday will get a few Allegheny County towns through this weekend’s expected winter storm, but officials still may have to take a hard look at which roads get that salt and which may not. Until Thursday afternoon, Springdale was “critically low” on salt supplies, said...
Foxwall EMS, West Deer EMS announce new strategic partnership to boost efficiency, service
Foxwall EMS and West Deer EMS have entered into what officials are calling a strategic partnership to better serve area residents. For years, the companies have responded together to many calls as part of mutual aid. Foxwall’s main coverage areas are Fox Chapel and Aspinwall. West Deer’s main areas are...
1 injured in Fawn rollover crash
Police are investigating after a rollover crash in Fawn early Thursday sent one person to the hospital. Emergency crews responded at 11:40 a.m. to a section of Route 908, according to Allegheny County dispatchers. Police Chief Tim Mayberry said the driver was taken to Allegheny Valley Hospital. Their condition was...
Data center meeting postponed in Upper Burrell
An informational meeting on the data center project in Upper Burrell has been postponed because of expected inclement winter weather. Township Secretary Melissa Cortileso said the meeting with data center developer TECfusions was postponed at their request because of the possibility of a significant snow event this weekend. The meeting...
Hearing for Valley teacher accused of provoking student fight waived to court
A Valley Jr.-Sr. High School teacher accused by New Kensington police of provoking students to fight in a geometry class in October waived his preliminary hearing. Court records indicated Bradley Reiher, 46, of East Deer waived the hearing Thursday morning before District Judge Frank J. Pallone Jr. Reiher’s attorney, Brian...
O’Hara officials approve new 4-year deal with police department
O’Hara officials have approved a new four-year deal with their police department. Council unanimously voted on the contract Jan. 13. Township Manager Julie Jakubec said terms include 3.25% wage hikes each year. There are no changes to health care contributions or pensions. The new deal comes with new positions. The...
Building the Valley: Veteran-owned 12 Bravo BBQ seeks to spotlight Harrison VFW
Frank Frantz isn’t afraid of a little heat. The South Buffalo resident is becoming known locally for his tangy “Bravo” barbecue sauce and slow-cooked brisket, sold the past few years from a roving food truck. He has joined fellow chef James Palumbi of Saxonburg in opening an indoor version, 12...
Lower Burrell plans upgrade to Chartiers pump station
Lower Burrell officials will soon begin a massive, long-discussed sewage project officials say will further address concerns outlined by an environmental protection consent decree from the state. The city was awarded a $500,000 grant and a $15.8 million low-interest loan, both from the state, to be used toward aging sewage...
