Valley News Dispatch category, Page 289
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from March 16-22
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,...
Colorful community mural will serve as welcome to Tarentum
Tarentum artist Ernesto Camacho sketched a bright, cheerful mural that represents all the borough has to offer in hopes of producing a larger-than-life version this summer. It depicts churches, antique shops and the former Manos Theater where he now operates a gallery. There are building blocks with words like family,...
Goat Rodeo Farm in Indiana Township earns top cheese honors in national contest
Despite growing up on a farm in Buffalo Township, India Loevner didn’t expect to make a career in the dairy business. The Knoch High School alum took her passion with her, however, when she moved to a 130-acre farm in Indiana Township. “It was 2015 when we started milking the...
Community leaders unite to fight blight in Leechburg
Leechburg Mayor Tony Roppolo is aiming to improve the borough he serves by knocking down more blighted, abandoned buildings. “I’m concerned about the safety of the overall neighborhoods and potential downside and contamination spreading from there to adjacent properties,” Roppolo said. “It’s just an overall positive-positive across the board getting...
Back the Blue concert in New Kensington raises funds for McIntire family
About 800 people were expected for the Back the Blue concert held at Quality Inn on Tarentum Bridge Road on Sunday in New Kensington, according to organizer Daniel Leo. Seven bands were on the bill for the event designed to raise money for the family of slain Brackenridge Police Chief...
The Stroller, March 27, 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. Cabin Fever Reliever Raffle event to benefit HOPE Center The Alle-Kiski...
Faces of the Valley: New Kensington Girl Scouts increase reading opportunities with ‘little library’ project
Two New Kensington Girl Scouts who know not every child in their community has books to read at home wanted to do something about that. To earn their Silver Award, friends and troopmates Kamryn Graham, 14, and Aceyln Sell, 13, built three “little libraries.” One stands outside each of New...
Remember When: Alle-Kiski Valley’s Elizabeth Cochran becomes Nellie Bly, world-renowned journalist
March is Women’s History Month, a celebration of women’s contributions to history and culture. Years ago, I was in Squirrel Hill at a used bookstore, where I found a Victorian autograph book among the bargain books. I always examine these books because they contain beautiful engravings, and I admire the...
Police: New Kensington man faces felony charge for stealing, selling $20K worth of wife’s jewelry
New Kensington police accused a man of stealing $20,000 worth of jewelry from his wife and selling it to a local shop. Sean Richard Imm, 36, of the 500 block of Greenridge Road was charged with a felony count of theft. He was released from the Westmoreland County jail after...
Recovering addicts give firsthand look at opioid crisis in documentary by Allegheny-Kiski Health Foundation
Falling into a coma didn’t quell Brooke Damore’s craving for heroin. Neither did sitting in jail. “I was doing 10 bags a day at one point,” said Damore, 30, a Leechburg native who attended Kiski Area High School. “I had to learn to walk and talk again after I was...
Replace hard-to-read license plates at event in Harrison
A crumpled, peeling or otherwise unreadable license plate can earn drivers a $100 fine, but people can get a free replacement through a local program in April. Under state law, PennDOT will replace a license plate for free if it is verified as illegible by police or mechanics during the...
‘Art Airbnb-style’ crafting house planned for Lower Burrell
Whether it’s rug tufting, making a leather bag or quilting, those involved in the world of crafting are passionate about it. For the past half-dozen years, Lower Burrell resident Amy Mitchell has gone away occasionally for weekend retreats in places such as Mercer, some 70 miles away, to an Airbnb-type...
The Stroller, March 26, 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. Springdale students to perform, ‘Seussical, the Musical’ Springdale High School Drama...
Restaurant Ramble in New Kensington delights diners
There was the crab rangoon from Panda Chinese. And the wedding soup from Fat Cat’s Fundraisers. But also bacon cheeseburger rolls from Ashley’s Kitchen. And chocolate peanut butter baklava from Sweet Tillies. “We’re stuffed!” said Donna Black on Saturday afternoon as she and her husband, Doug, walked along Tenth Street...
New Kensington woman accused of repeatedly hitting a state police horse, 1 of 2 incidents during IUPatty’s revelry
A New Kensington woman is facing charges after troopers said she struck a state police horse in Indiana during a delayed St. Patrick’s Day celebration by college-age revelers dubbed IUPatty’s. State and local police boost enforcement during the annual weekend that is student-planned and not associated with Indiana University of...
Springdale Jr.-Sr. High School students to stage wild and wacky ‘Seussical’
Oh, the places they’ll go on stage at Springdale Jr.-Sr. High School! A student-driven production of the wildly colorful and comic “Seussical” will leave audiences marveling at the kooky costumes and toe-tapping tunes adapted from the stories of legendary children’s author Dr. Seuss. “I love making people laugh, and I...
The Stroller, March 25, 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. Highlands High School to present spring musical The students at Highlands...
Police accuse Frazer woman of using heroin while caring for kids
A Frazer woman with a prior conviction for selling drugs was ordered to stand trial on charges she was using heroin while caring for two children. Brandy Marie Kralik, 38, of the 100 block of Snyder Lane was charged Jan. 27 with two felony counts of endangering the welfare of...
At least $2.1 million in projects on tap for Alle-Kiski Valley communities
Safer crosswalks, energy-saving solar panels and improved sewer lines are planned for several Alle-Kiski Valley municipalities that will share in more than $2 million in state grants. From Harrison to Blawnox, communities along the Allegheny River will benefit from the funding announced last week by state Rep. Mandy Steele, D-Fox...
With eyesore razed, Tarentum focuses on Corbet Street beautification
Now that a blighted building has been demolished along Corbet Street in Tarentum, ideas are popping up about how to spruce up the business corridor. A raised deck, a gazebo and a grandstand are among plans being considered by council. “If there is built-in electricity, the borough can use it...
Westmoreland water authority, CNX reach $600K settlement
The Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County is set to receive more than $600,000 to settle a federal lawsuit it filed in 2016 against the energy company that operates dozens of gas wells at the Beaver Run Reservoir. Board members this week approved the settlement with CNX Resources. The lawsuit involved...
Major safety enhancements planned for busy Harrison intersection
When Harrison capped off more than $80,000 in repairs to the World War II Honor Roll at Freeport and Springhill roads in February, it was only the start to upgrades at the busy intersection. The township commissioners are eyeing a $2 million project to redo the five-way intersection, which, at...
Students offer raucous sendoff as Deer Lakes boys basketball team heads to Hershey for 1st state title game
Tina Cadamore couldn’t contain her pride as the Deer Lakes boys basketball team made the rounds Friday morning at the district’s four buildings. “I’m here to support my nephew, (player) Billy Schaeffer,” she said between hooting and hollering for the Lancers. Cheering students and faculty lined the hallways in a...
Tarentum man ordered to trial on charges he beat, burned woman
A Tarentum man was ordered to stand trial on charges that he beat a woman and repeatedly burned her while they were arguing. Brian Scott Schuller, 51, of West Seventh Avenue was charged with a felony count of aggravated assault and counts of simple assault and unlawful restraint. Schuller has...
The Stroller, March 24, 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. Back the Blue concert planned Sunday at Quality Inn The Back...
