Valley News Dispatch category, Page 151
North Apollo woman who drowned at national park in Montana remembered as sweet and compassionate
A North Apollo woman who slipped and fell from rocks and drowned Sunday at a national park in Montana is being remembered for her kind heart. The National Park Service said in a statement that Gillian Tones, 26, slipped on slick rocks at Glacier National Park about 5:20 p.m. and...
Blighted Sharpsburg brownfield gets $25 million boost in Allegheny Shores transformation
Transformation of Allegheny Shores, a 52-acre brownfield along the Allegheny River in Sharpsburg, got a boost of nearly $25 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Money will be funneled to construction of a multimodal transportation network to support the project. Work includes a bridge over the Conemaugh rail line,...
Deer Lakes junior Madison Rethage among 250 selected for Congress-Bundestag program
Deer Lakes junior Madison Rethage was running typical errands last weekend, heading to the pet store to buy supplies for her guinea pigs, Jacques and Pierre. “My mom happened to check her phone and saw an email for a scholarship I had been waiting on,” the 16-year-old said. “She wanted...
The Stroller, June 25, 2024: 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 meals available at Knead Community Cafe Knead Community Café will...
Some skeptical, others confident in Housing Authority police’s word to step up Sheldon Park patrols
Eric Walters has witnessed this before. The notion that police will step up patrols in the Sheldon Park apartment complex in Harrison isn’t believable to the nine-year resident. “They’ve been saying that,” Walters said. “If they do, they’ll do it a couple days and say they’re doing something, and then...
Freeport specialty baker launching Rollin’ Along food truck
Freeport resident Lori Zarichnak wasn’t keen on any of the pumpkin rolls she ate while growing up in Western Pennsylvania, so she decided to do something about it. “I like to bake, and I used my degree in chemistry to come up with a pumpkin roll recipe that I would...
Late Secretary Lorraine Zebrine ‘dedicated to Cheswick’
Lorraine Zebrine was dedicated to her job as Cheswick’s borough secretary. She was always willing to step up to a challenge or take on additional responsibilities. Just ask those who knew her well. “During her time — I’ve been on council 42 years — there are few people who have...
St. Joseph High School eyes expanding band and chorus to meet growing demand
St. Joseph sophomore Louisa Palumbo misses the chance to showcase her musical chops in school. The 15-year-old participated in chorus throughout middle school at Mary Queen of Apostles in New Kensington and said it helped her grow not only as a singer but socially. “It’s nice to be a part...
Morning Roundup: No injuries reported in Brackenridge boat fire
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Monday, June 24: No injuries reported in Brackenridge boat fire Emergency services were called to a boat fire in Brackenridge on Sunday night. Allegheny County 911 said services were dispatched at 8:46 p.m. to Brackenridge Park. There were no...
The Stroller, June 24, 2024: 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. HOPE Center accepting donations The Alle-Kiski HOPE Center is seeking donations...
‘Not a fun experience’ for boards considering school closure
As a public hearing looms for the proposed closure of Stewart Elementary School in Lower Burrell, experts say boards should consider numerous factors before closing a building. While school closures can be difficult, district leaders shouldn’t delay or avoid the issue, said Marguerite Roza, director of the Edunomics Lab at...
Leechburg man dies in motorcycle crash
A Leechburg man was killed after he was thrown from his motorcycle in Allegheny Township on Saturday evening. Scottie Joe Hawkins, 32, was ejected from his Harley Davidson motorcycle after the bike left the right side of the roadway, according to Westmoreland County Coroner Timothy Carson. Hawkins was traveling west...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from June 13-19, 2024
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, the Tribune-Review’s “Scenes from the Valley” photo package brings to life activities and moments happening in your backyard. To have a photo considered as a “Scenes from the Valley” candidate,...
Building the Valley: Sia Center fills need for indoor children’s entertainment in Vandergrift
Intricate stained glass and jungle gyms don’t usually go side by side. Sia Fouse is working on removing the stained glass, but she keeps filling the Sia Center, an indoor playground and event space in Vandergrift, with even more toys and equipment. She bought the former St. Paul Lutheran Church...
Remember When: President William McKinley’s assassin spent time living in Natrona
When learning about the 1901 assassination of President William McKinley, one of the things that might have been lost in the details is that his assassin was a former resident of Natrona. McKinley, the 25th U.S. president, was shot on Sept. 6, 1901. He died eight days later of an...
3 Springdale firefighters recognized for emergency, QRS response
The lifesaving acts of three Springdale volunteer firefighters during a call in April resulted in recognition from the Allegheny County Volunteer Firefighters Association. During a recent Springdale Council meeting, fire Chief Kevin Wilhelm presented Capt. Daniel Copeland, Lt. Zachary Wilhelm and firefighter Ethan Sanders with the association’s Heroism Award. “It’s...
The Stroller, June 23, 2024: 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. Vandergrift veterans memorial to receive update The Casino Theatre and several...
Lower Burrell’s Tom ‘Flava’ Fleck: Pittsburgh’s new favorite chef
For a guy who doesn’t consider himself a chef, Lower Burrell’s Tom Fleck has done pretty well for himself in the kitchen. “I’m just a guy who likes to cook and can cook pretty well,” he said. Indeed, the contractor for the federal Emergency Management Agency who goes by the...
Injured hiker rescued in South Buffalo Township
A hiker that was injured near Lock & Dam 6 on the Allegheny River in South Buffalo Township was rescued by firefighters Saturday afternoon. Two hikers were walking a trail in the Clinton area of South Buffalo near the lock when one hiker took a fall and was injured, according...
Back the Blue fundraiser in Lower Burrell expands in fifth year
The Alle-Kiski community came together on a blazing hot Saturday to honor the fallen officers and those who cared for them in what organizers said was the fundraiser’s biggest event ever. The annual Back the Blue police fundraiser was held at Mogie’s Irish Pub in Lower Burrell on Saturday afternoon...
Plum School Board advances $30M building project at O’Block Elementary, middle school
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect that board member Michelle Stepnick’s vote was officially recorded as “yes,” although she said before and after the vote that her intent was to vote “no.” The Plum School Board is taking a next step toward a $30 million building project...
Organizers of Arnold’s ‘Rockin’ Roosevelt,’ New Kensington’s ‘Band Blast’ look to hand off running of events
What started as an effort to get friends off social media and together in the real world birthed a concert series that has run for a decade in Arnold and New Kensington. But with their members moving away and getting older, those who remain of the New Ken/Arnold Social in...
The Stroller, June 22, 2024: 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. T-shirt sale to benefit Avonmore fire victim Orders are being accepted...
Firecracker 100 proves to be big draw for Lernerville SpeedwayVideo
The roar of dozens of engines was music to Buffalo Township native Tara Barthel’s ears. It was a familiar sound for her and several family members as they took in the sights and sounds of the 18th annual Firecracker 100 at Lernerville Speedway. “It’s always been a family thing. We...
ScareHouse creeps out of Pittsburgh Mills, won’t open in 2024
Pittsburgh’s horror fans received a jumpscare earlier this week after finding out ScareHouse will not be returning to its Pittsburgh Mills location and will not open for the 2024 season. Pittsburgh Magazine reported on Monday that ScareHouse co-owner Scott Simmons announced the news last week in a private Facebook group...
