Valley News Dispatch category, Page 236
The Depot Wi-Fi cafe and laundromat in Tarentum still in the works
A community resource center in Tarentum that was expected to open in 2021 is slowly rebounding from what organizers say was a covid-induced stall. The Depot, in the 300 block of Fifth Avenue, was hailed as a first-of-its-kind co-working space with a Wi-Fi cafe and laundromat. Backed by nonprofit Faith...
The Stroller, Sept. 5, 2023: 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. Tickets on sale for Boy Scout chicken barbecue Boy Scout Troop...
‘It’s shocking’: Apollo-area residents react after another alligator reportedly spotted in Kiski
Apollo area residents were saying “see ya later, alligator” after a gator some called Chomper was captured last month from the Kiski River. But over the weekend, another alligator, or something thought to be an alligator, was spotted in the same area. It left some river enthusiasts less enthused over...
Revelers enjoy ‘last hurrah of summer’ at Labor United Celebration
The weather wasn’t the only hot thing at the 2023 Labor United Celebration held Sunday and Monday at Northmoreland Park. Hot fresh-cut fries were a hit with toddlers Waylon Smith and Jax Wheeler of Parks Township. The two friends were focused and determined as they shared a large helping of...
The Stroller, Sept. 4, 2023: 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. Kiski Watershed Association plans river cleanup on Saturday The Kiski Watershed...
Another alligator sighting in the Kiski River reported to authorities
There appears to be a reptile repeat of sorts along the Kiski River in Kiski Township. After a weeklong search and rescue of an alligator from the river near Apollo in August, a group of six kayakers reported spotting another alligator swimming in the Kiski on Sunday afternoon, about a...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Aug. 24-30, 2023
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,...
Bishop Larry Kulick reconsecrates Catholic church in New Kensington
St. Mary of Czestochowa Church in New Kensington was reconsecrated Aug. 26 by Bishop Larry Kulick of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Greensburg. The large brick church on Kenneth Avenue suffered $3 million in damages on April 8, 2020, when an EF-1 tornado — with winds of up to 100...
Building the Valley: New spin studio in New Kensington offers fun workout alternative
Shayle Prorok, owner of the new Rhythm Ridez spin studio in New Kensington, is excited to be part of the city’s changing times. Prorok, 49, of New Kensington opened the doors to her new indoor studio Aug. 19. “I’m really pumped about what’s going on in the city I grew...
Summit Hose Fall Festival gearing up for 3 days of food, fun, bingo and bands
It’s three weeks until the official start of autumn, but that’s close enough for Summit Hose Company to stage its popular Fall Festival in Tarentum’s Riverview Memorial Park. The carnival, scheduled for Sept. 7-9, is expected to draw thousands of people of all ages. “There will be rides and games,...
Lower Burrell Farmers Market seeks plastic bags to win a free bench
Lower Burrell’s farmers market aims to turn trash to treasure — or bags to benches — through a recycling campaign. The market entered the Trex Bags to Benches recycling program July 22. It has a bin on site to collect plastic bags, which market organizers periodically weigh to see their...
Penn’s Colony Festival abruptly canceled in Clinton Township because of staffing shortage
Penn’s Colony Festival organizers have canceled their regional dayslong festival, mere weeks from its scheduled kickoff date of Sept. 16. The event typically runs on two weekends and showcases the French-and-Indian-era history of Western Pennsylvania. It offers an expansive outdoor village featuring period craftsmen, demonstrations, live music, food, battle reenactments...
Riverview School District renews superintendent Neil English’s contract
Riverview School Board has renewed Superintendent Neil English’s contract through 2028. The five-year contract began Aug. 21 and expires June 30, 2028. English will be paid $145,000 for the current school year and, depending on performance, is eligible for raises of up to 3% in each of the following years....
The Stroller, Sept. 3, 2023: 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. Summit Hose Company to sponsor annual fall festival The Summit Hose...
Liquor Control Board sets hearing for noise exemption in East Deer
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board will hold a hearing next week on a proposal that, if approved, would allow East Deer to enforce its own noise regulations, and not the state’s. The Wednesday hearing before the LCB will give the public a chance to comment on a proposal from East...
New Kensington man dies at scene of Route 28 crash in Fawn
A New Kensington man died at the scene of a crash at the Tarentum interchange on Route 28 early Saturday, according to state police. State police identified the driver as Dominic E. Montemurro, 28. According to state police, the single-vehicle crash happened shortly after 4 a.m. on the southbound Route...
Plum fire trucks among vehicles at food truck rally, touch-a-truck event benefiting Rustic Ridge
Three of the Plum fire trucks that responded to the Rustic Ridge house explosion Aug. 12 were out in the community for a different, but related, reason on Saturday. Ladder trucks from the Holiday Park and Unity fire departments and an engine from the Renton company were among the vehicles...
2 dogs make it out from Leechburg kitchen fire
A fire that broke out Saturday morning at a home along Beale Avenue in Leechburg was contained to the kitchen, a fire official said. No one was home shortly before 9 a.m. Saturday at 260 Beale Ave., according to Jacob Lantz, Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company first assistant chief. He said...
Futules’ Harmar House gives update on Facebook
Nick Futules Jr. offered thanks to various people Saturday and gave an update on the aftermath of a fire Wednesday, Aug. 30 that destroyed Futules’ Harmar House banquet hall and downstairs lounge and apartments. In a Facebook post, Nick Futules Jr. began by thanking everyone who offered their condolences and...
New Kensington woman, homeowner face drug charges after, authorities say, agents find coke and pot during raid
A New Kensington woman and the man who owns the house where she lives were arrested on drug charges after agents raided the home and allegedly found cocaine, marijuana and evidence that they are dealers. Janet Lea Glubish, 55, of the 1000 block of Edgewood Road was charged with a...
The Stroller, Sept. 2, 2023: 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. Leechburg Area Pool golf outing set for Oct. 7 A golf...
Springdale Township to replace water meters, check lateral lines for lead
Springdale Township officials will collect data on materials used in residential and commercial water connections when new meters are installed. The township commissioners agreed to include an advisory about that in letters being sent to residents whose old water meters are scheduled to be replaced with new remote-read meters. Commissioner...
First roundabout in Alle-Kiski Valley aims to decrease vehicle crashes in Allegheny TownshipVideo
A newly completed roundabout is operating smoothly in Allegheny Township, officials say. The roundabout, the first of its kind in the Alle-Kiski Valley, is at the intersection of Route 356 and La Belle Vue Road. A roundabout is a one-way type of circular intersection that does not require vehicles to...
Police: Buffalo Township man accused of firing shot at his mother as she left his house
A Buffalo Township man is accused of ordering his mother out of his house at gunpoint and then firing a shot at her while she was walking away. Andrew John Vento, 31, of the 300 block of Shuster Drive was charged with a felony count of aggravated assault with a...
Former Springdale power plant to be demolished Sept. 22
A Sept. 22 implosion date has been set for the boiler house building at the former Cheswick Generating Station plant in Springdale. Scott Reschly, vice president of operations for Charah Solutions, an environmental remediation firm and the property’s owner, said Friday the demolition of the boiler house building is planned...
