Valley News Dispatch category, Page 2
2nd phase of multimillion-dollar renovations at Plum Middle School to begin soon
More renovation work is set to begin at Plum Middle School after the district’s school board approved a slate of contracts totaling $3.4 million. It’s the second phase of work at the school, after the initial chunk of renovations began last summer, according to Plum Finance and Operations Director John...
The Stroller, April 30, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Buddy’s Ace Hardware fills former Staples space at The Waterworks
A large storefront at The Waterworks, empty since mid-December, soon will house the area’s only hardware store. Buddy’s Ace Hardware is scheduled to open the second week of May in the former Staples location. “We felt this market really needed a good hardware store,” owner Vince Grlovich said. “We want...
‘Every day is a good day’: Spunky soon-to-be O’Hara centenarian credits the simple life for longevity
Taking a simple approach to life has apparently paid off for Betty Logan of O’Hara. The spunky 99-year-old former homemaker recently welcomed TribLive into her home to chat about her life, daily habits and upcoming plans as she prepares to celebrate her 100th birthday on May 6. Dressed neatly and...
Police express concern about safety, visibility of electric bikes, scooters
Police and municipal officials are looking at ways to harness e-bike and electric scooter ridership as police are noticing some riders aren’t following laws of the road. That was the case over the weekend in Harrison after police said an e-bike rider failed to stop at an intersection and was...
The Stroller, April 29, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Parks Township bar that was scene of fatal shooting says incident was ‘unacceptable’
Niki’s Quick Six, the Parks Township bar where a woman was killed and three others were shot early Sunday, said in a Wednesday statement that the incident was “tragic and unacceptable.” The bar, located just across the Kiski River from Vandergrift, is “fully cooperating with authorities” the statement posted on...
Loved ones remember Apollo woman killed in Parks Township shooting as a caring mother
In the days since Jessica Hilliard was shot to death outside a bar in Parks Township, Rachael Meising said she’s been looking toward the sky and speaking with her best friend. “I didn’t want her to be alone during her first day in heaven,” said Meising, 31. Hilliard, 34, of...
Sharpsburg fills council vacancy with nonprofit leader
Sharpsburg officials recently added a local nonprofit leader to council bringing the seven-member panel back to full strength. Council voted 4-0 on April 23 to appoint Amber Lapp. Council members Sarah Ishman and Roman Mason were absent. Lapp takes over for Corey Ochai, who resigned in March. Family commitments were...
All 3 Smokey Bones restaurants in Southwestern Pa. close
Three local locations of Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill abruptly closed Tuesday. Employees from the barbecue chain’s restaurants in Hempfield, Cranberry and Frazer (within the Pittsburgh Mills shopping complex) told TribLive they were informed of the closures without notice Tuesday morning. The chain’s official website also shows the locations...
‘Together for a Cure’ seeking donations for blood cancer awareness event in Harrison
A Harrison committee is seeking donations for a summer event that benefits people suffering from leukemia and lymphoma. The “Together For a Cure” fundraiser is scheduled June 11 as a free family-friendly event with games, entertainment and food. “We want to raise awareness and bring together the Upper Allegheny Valley...
Highlands Middle School students join effort toward inclusion, kindness
Highlands Middle School students are learning about kindness and diversity through a young girl they never met. The district joined an Allentown-based initiative, “Mikayla’s Voice,” to help create a culture of inclusion, Principal Becky Bragan said. “We want to educate the kids about diversity, not just through one-offs,” Bragan said....
Verona offers pet food pantry, pet chip scanner for public use
A resource for animals is now available in the Verona Municipal Building. Kelli Rodriguez, borough councilwoman and founder of 412 Animal Rescue, opened a pet food pantry for animal owners in need, in partnership with Etta’s Blvd Doggie Daycare. She also donated a chip scanner for the pantry to help...
The Stroller, April 28, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Faces of the Valley: Valley High student-athlete embodies leadership and positive ethos
For Valley High School Advanced Placement English teacher Rachael Link, students like Emmi Diehm give her hope for the future. “She’s the definition of the passion that we all have in this profession,” Link said. “As a member of the human race, knowing that Emmi is quickly exiting her junior...
Vandergrift man charged after, police say, he killed 1, shot 3 others at Parks Township bar
A Vandergrift man is facing homicide charges after state police say he shot four people — killing one — outside a bar in Parks Township early Sunday morning. David James Dunmire, 36, is charged with one count of homicide, three counts of attempted homicide as well as aggravated assault and...
Police: Man on probation for 2024 New Ken gun store burglary arrested for fleeing traffic stop
One of two men convicted of burglarizing a New Kensington gun store in 2024 has been arrested again. Arnold police arrested Steyn Sarduy, 20, of Springdale after he fled from a traffic stop April 19, police Chief Rob Haus said. Sarduy took a plea deal in December 2024 for his...
Springdale Police charge resident for incident at ICE protest, accuse him of threatening officials
More than two months after a brief altercation erupted at a protest against Springdale Police Department’s pact with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, police have charged a man for his involvement in the incident and later threatening police and borough officials. Police say Ian Patrick Hill, 40, threatened a motorist...
Chipotle proposed at former Donut Connection site in New Kensington
New Kensington might be getting a Chipotle at the former Donut Connection location along Tarentum Bridge Road. City Engineer Anthony Males said New Kensington received a site development application for a Chipotle from Madison Acquisitions, parent company to 100 Riverview LP, which own parts of Riverview Plaza, where the former...
Man injured after his e-bike collides with vehicle in Harrison
A man was taken to a hospital after his e-bike collided with a vehicle in Harrison on Sunday, authorities said. Emergency crews responded to a crash just before 5:30 p.m. near the intersection of 10th Avenue and Argonne Drive. The bicyclist was conscious and alert, police Chief Brian Turack said....
Oakmont Council to consider data center regulations
Oakmont is the latest Alle-Kiski Valley community looking to prepare proactive data center regulations. Council will hold a public hearing June 16 regarding a proposed ordinance that would regulate data centers in the borough. “We don’t really have any place we think would be a data center, but (the planning...
Theatre Factory to move to New Kensington arts hub; volunteers aim to fill gap in TraffordVideo
After 30 years providing theater opportunities to local actors, the Theatre Factory in Trafford will move into a New Kensington-based arts hub at the end of the summer. Theatre Factory leadership decided last fall it would accept an offer to become the resident theater company for Aluminum City Arts —...
The Stroller, April 27, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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4 people shot, 1 fatally, at Parks Township bar
Four people were shot, one fatally, at a bar in Armstrong County early Sunday morning, according to state police. Police responded to the shooting at Niki’s Quick Six in Parks Township shortly after 1 a.m. According to state police, Jessica Lynn Hilliard, 34, of Apollo was found dead at the...
Highlands students selected to script animated film for mental health awareness
Highlands students were among a limited number of teens selected to help script and score an upcoming animated film that focuses on mental health issues and delivers a message of inclusion and resilience. “Finding Alice in Wonderland” is produced by educational animation company Wonder Media and supported by The Grable...
