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Pa. Supreme Court to take appeal in lawsuit over concealed murder weapon
A Verona woman whose son was killed more than four years ago believes she is entitled to recover damages from the killer’s parents and their marriage counselor, who she claims purposely concealed the murder weapon. Although two lower courts have ruled against T. Lee Rouse in her lawsuit, the Pennsylvania...
Blawnox War Memorial to be upgraded through committee project
The Blawnox War Memorial will soon be updated and upgraded as part of a borough fundraising effort. Located at the intersection of Freeport Road and North Avenue, the memorial was established in 1991. Its inscription reads, “Dedicated to the men and women of this community who served in all wars.”...
Aspinwall officials to address parking via study
It is no secret parking is a problem in Aspinwall. Multiple residents have brought their concerns before council and requested that something be done. “It was one of, if not the most, commented on areas in resident feedback collected during the creation of the comprehensive plan, and it’s something that...
A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsule for March 8, 2024
PIAA basketball playoffs Boys Class 5A First round Fox Chapel (15-11) vs. Cathedral Prep (15-10) 7 p.m. Friday at Hagerty Family Events Center, Erie District seeds: Fox Chapel 7-5; Cathedral Prep 10-1 Winner plays: Winner of 3-2 Hershey (21-3)/7-6 Bethel Park (13-13) on Tuesday in second round (time, site TBD)...
Riverfront Theater Company opens season with ‘If/Then’
The Riverfront Theater Company opens its 2024 season with a dramatic production that is sure to spur the question, “What if?” The community theater group will present the Pittsburgh premiere of “If/Then,” a stirring and somewhat heart-wrenching show that follows a woman’s two possible life paths. “My character portrays two...
Blawnox councilman steps down after moving to O’Hara
Blawnox Council has a vacancy. Councilman John Simmons has stepped down after serving the past seven years. He and his wife, Ellie, moved to his hometown of O’Hara. Simmons’ resignation was effective Feb. 29, and council was expected to accept it March 13. Whoever is appointed to fill Simmons’ seat...
Blawnox, Southern Allegheny Valley fire departments upgrade protective gear
Blawnox Volunteer Fire Company is getting a new computer for its engine to aid with dispatch and pinpoint hydrant locations. Chief Jeff Stephens said some of his members also will receive upgraded bunker gear, fittings and adapters, all of which will boost protection at fire scenes. Purchases were assisted by...
New equipment helps Foxwall EMS with lifesaving measures
Foxwall EMS will have better capabilities to care for cardiac patients and people with severe respiratory issues thanks to the purchase of a portable ventilator. Paramedic Jenifer Swab said the equipment allows for precise control of a patient’s respiratory rate and other measurements of ventilation. It is military grade, weight-based...
Norwin comes alive in 3rd period to beat Fox Chapel, reach PIHL 2A semifinals
The Norwin and Fox Chapel hockey teams have gotten to know each other pretty well over the past three years, both in the regular season and in the Penguin Cup playoffs. On Monday at Palmer Imaging Arena in Delmont, the Knights and Foxes met for the third straight year in...
Arnold man dead after crash in O’Hara
O’Hara police are investigating the death of an Arnold man who died Sunday after a vehicle crash in O’Hara, according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner. Thomas Harrity, 67, was traveling in a vehicle at 3 p.m. in the area of Powers Run and Freeport roads, when it apparently left...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of March 4, 2024
School district sets 2024-25 calendar Fox Chapel Area School District officials have approved their 2024-25 school year calendar. The first day of school is scheduled for Aug. 22. Thanksgiving break will be from Nov. 18 through Dec. 2. Spring break is scheduled for March 31 through April 4. Kennywood Day...
Trib HSSN girls basketball player of the week for March 3, 2024Video
Trib HSSN girls basketball player of the week: Maggie Spell School: Shady Side Academy Class: Sophomore Height: 5-foot-9 Position: Guard What coach says: “Her start and aggressive mindset was very important for us,” Shady Side Academy coach Jonna Burke said about the championship game. “She realized early that they were...
Indiana Township woman to star in feature film ‘The Haunting of Prince Dom Pedro’
A moral of “The Haunting of Prince Dom Pedro” is to learn from history. Those behind the feature film, produced in Western Pennsylvania, are hoping the production makes some history as well. “It encompasses multiple genres, but it’s like a history, supernatural, comedic Scooby Doo, in a way,” actor Madeline...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of March 3, 2024
Aspinwall Jeffrey Krosse sold property at 123 Fourth St. to Giljoo Nam and Eunyoung Lee for $450,000. Fox Chapel Samer Tohme sold property at 203 Fairview Road to Christopher and Kristine McGinley for $2,277,000. Real Estate Transactions provided by RealSTATs. Contact RealSTATs at 412-381-3880 or visit www.realstats.net....
Fox Chapel wrestlers battle through adversity to send 10 to WPIAL meet
The Fox Chapel wrestling team battled some sickness during the section tournament, but that didn’t slow the Foxes from sending a large contingent of wrestlers to the WPIAL Class 3A championships. Fox Chapel had 10 wrestlers move on. While the Foxes didn’t produce a champion, Landon Funk (114 pounds), Alexander...
Fox Chapel track standouts pick up medals at indoor state meet
Fox Chapel track coach Tom Moul felt it was fitting for the Foxes to wrap up the indoor season by having three athletes medal at the PTFCA Indoor State Championship at Penn State. The Foxes have spent all season piling up accolades. Fox Chapel set seven school records during the...
Shady Side Academy casts Spell on Avonworth, wins 1st WPIAL girls basketball titleVideo
A first WPIAL girls basketball title was on the horizon for No. 2 Shady Side Academy. All that stood in the way was the reigning champion and last year’s kryptonite, top-seeded Avonworth. Needing a superhero, sophomore star Maggie Spell saved the day for Shady Side Academy with a performance that...
Fox Chapel swimmers win in record times at WPIAL championships
Fox Chapel junior Sarah Pasquella settled into her Trees Pool surroundings Thursday morning at Pitt and prepped for her 200-yard freestyle race. As the No. 1 seed, the Pitt verbal commit was confident in her chances to take home WPIAL gold but understanding of the talent that would be hoping...
Peoples gas line project in Sharpsburg set to begin March 4
A Peoples natural gas project in Sharpsburg is expected to begin Monday borough officials announced. Crews will be installing a new gas main and service line. Borough officials said work will begin near First Street on South Main Street and move toward Main Street before turning east on Main Street....
2024 WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball championship breakdown: Avonworth vs. Shady Side Academy
WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball championship No. 1 Avonworth vs. No. 2 Shady Side Academy 3 p.m. Friday at Petersen Events Center On the air: Audio broadcast: Trib HSSN; Video livestream: NFHS Network WPIAL titles: Avonworth 7 (2023, ‘05, 1992-94, ‘79, ‘76), Shady Side Academy 0 Avonworth (22-1) Coach: Nick...
Inspections to restrict traffic on Highland Park Bridge
Traffic will be restricted Friday on the northbound lanes of the Highland Park Bridge, PennDOT announced Thursday. There will be single-lane restrictions between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. while crews from HDR and Sofis inspect the bridge, according to PennDOT. The work will be done weather permitting. Drivers are advised...
‘The Little Mermaid’ cast members spread magic during meet and greet event
Members of Fox Chapel Area High School’s spring musical brought a little Disney magic to area youngsters Feb. 24 during a Meet and Greet in the Grotto. Children in attendance were able to have their photos taken with cast members of “The Little Mermaid” and get their autographs. The event...
Blawnox Sportsmen Club warms up with members-only chili cook-off
The Blawnox Sportsmen Club held its first members-only chili cook-off Feb. 25. Eleven chili entries were judged in five categories by more than 20 fellow members serving as taste testers. Points were awarded for presentation, smell, flavor, texture and overall impression. First place went to Denise Latino of Blawnox for...
Sharpsburg library’s chili cook-off draws crowd, honors former winner
A food-tasting fundraiser brought folks from Sharpsburg and surrounding towns to the borough building in memory of a community legend. At least 60 people participated in Sharpsburg Community Library’s Robert “Snakeguy” Habegger Chili Cook-off on Feb. 25. They including 10 competitors and 25 registered taste testers. “This is the best...
Fox Chapel Area musicians perform in PMEA concerts
Several students from Fox Chapel Area School District were selected to perform in the junior high chorus, junior high band and senior high orchestra festivals for District 1 of the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association. District 1 includes schools from Allegheny, Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland counties. • Dorseyville Middle School...
