Valley News Dispatch category, Page 375
Allegheny County Volunteer Firemen’s Association convention coming to Oakmont, Verona
Verona and Oakmont residents should not be alarmed when seeing fire trucks from communities miles away motoring through town later this month. The 108th annual Allegheny County Volunteer Firefighter’s Association convention is set for June 11-18 with activities in both boroughs. Festivities begin with Night at the Races at the...
Tarentum man faces prison for part in drug trafficking ring
A Tarentum man faces at least 10 years in prison for his part in a cocaine distribution ring, officials announced. John William Montgomery, 33, pleaded guilty in federal court before U.S. District Judge W. Scott Hardy to charges of conspiracy to distribute at least 5 kilograms of cocaine. Montgomery admitted...
The Stroller, June 2, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15068. Please include a daytime telephone number. Touch-a-truck event planned Saturday in Fawn Autism support group Powered By Love...
Highlands High seniors reminisce, celebrate with elementary walk-through and parade
Lots of cheers — and plenty of tears, too — marked a series of events Wednesday for Highlands seniors who are set to graduate Friday and embark on their next journey. Pre-commencement celebrations began with a 9 a.m. walk-through at each of the three former buildings that most students attended...
Introducing the Leechburg Area High School Class of 2022
Here is the Leechburg Area High School Class of 2022: Sara Evonne Adams, Emily Caitlyn Baker, Taedem Mae Banichar, Tessah René Barnes, Carleigh Nicole Barr, Alaysia Nicole Berry, Alexia Taylor Bond, Thomas Louis Burke III. Olivia Paige Callahan, Kylie Eilis Carnahan, Kailyn Alexis Csonka, Tegan Ann Daugherty, Dane Charles Davies,...
Harrison firefighters respond to electrical problem at Sheetz, no smoke or fire found
An electrical problem at the Sheetz along Freeport Road in Harrison resulted in a fire department response but no injuries. Hilltop Hose Co. No. 3 Chief Mike Krzeminski said crews from all three township departments responded to the gas station and convenience store for a commercial alarm around 5:30 p.m....
Dignitaries celebrate opening of Digital Foundry in New Kensington
Dignitaries gathered on Fifth Avenue in New Kensington on Wednesday to celebrate the opening of a facility officials hope will serve as a regional hub for innovation, creative thinking, problem-solving, learning and collaboration. With its energetic orange color and a sawtooth roof evoking the city’s industrial heritage, the key thing...
FC Pride in the Park aims to show support for all
“Be who you are” – that’s the message of the second annual FC Pride in the Park, a family-friendly event scheduled to fill the grounds at Allegheny RiverTrail Park in Aspinwall. An inclusive festival featuring crafts, carnival games, button making, canvas painting and food will be 5 to 8 p.m....
West Deer breaks ground for new fire stationVideo
The conversion of an existing building into West Deer’s newest fire station is underway. More than a dozen people gathered Wednesday afternoon outside the building at 4360 Gibsonia Road. West Deer Fire Company No. 3 Chief Josh Wiegand thanked elected officials and the community for their help in securing the...
Health, wellness and employment fair returns Saturday in Tarentum
Nearly 50 health, wellness and employment experts will fill Riverview Memorial Park in Tarentum on Saturday during a community fair. Hosted by state Rep. Carrie DelRosso, the event will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the park along First Avenue. Among the offerings will be: • Health screenings;...
Oakmont firefighter remembered for 54 years of steadfast service
William “Billy” Peoples is being remembered by family and friends around Oakmont as a tirelessly dedicated public servant. Peoples served with the Oakmont Volunteer Fire Department for 54 years, 12 of those as chief. “I always remembered him being a firefighter. He didn’t want to miss a call,” said great-niece...
The Stroller, June 1, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15068. Please include a daytime telephone number. American Pie concert rescheduled The concert featuring oldies band American Pie was...
Freeport Road to remain closed until further notice in aftermath of Harmar derailment
Freeport Run Road will remain closed between the Hulton Bridge and Guys Run Road through the rest of the week or possibly longer, officials said. Allegheny Valley Regional Emergency Management Agency coordinator Bruno Moretti said the tank cars have been offloaded and emptied. The focus is on cleaning up and...
Barn catches fire in Armstrong County
A barn in Armstrong County caught fire late Monday, according to Tribune-Review news partner WPXI-TV. The fire occurred along North Cherry Street in West Franklin Township. No injuries were reported, and there were no animals in the barn, 911 dispatchers said. A woman who lives in the area told WPXI-TV...
Conny Creek Brewing taps into increased business with brew truck
Members of the Layton family of North Apollo continue to pour their energy into two businesses celebrating suds, food and socializing. Conny Creek Brewing Company, with locations in Allegheny Township and Saxonburg, is a family-friendly brewpub serving craft beers brewed in-house by brewmaster Lee Layton. Layton is a co-owner with...
The Stroller, May 31, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15068. Please include a daytime telephone number. Armstrong Museum to feature antique engine demonstrations Armstrong County Historical Museum and...
Freeport internet company opens new brewery, restaurant
The Freeport-based internet company, Salsgiver Inc., is giving community service a new meaning with its decision to rehab the former Freeport Foods at 309 Fifth St. to establish a brewery and restaurant. Salsgiver recently opened Essential Fermentation Restaurant and Brewery, serving up special craft beer and traditional and non-traditional entrees...
Tarentum Manager Michael Nestico excited for new post in Murrysville, proud of work in borough
Outgoing Tarentum Borough Manager Michael Nestico is eager to rebuild ties with Westmoreland County when he assumes the position of top administrator in Murrysville next month. A resident of Jeannette, Nestico worked as an attorney and municipal manager there before taking the reins in Tarentum five years ago. “I’m looking...
Family of former Springdale High football player shot to death looks to start foundation in his memory
When Donna Hyatt buried her grandson, a victim of gun violence, in January, expenses weren’t something she really had to worry about. She and other family members realized that not all families are as fortunate in that regard. So they decided to do something to help. The family of Jorden...
‘Rockin’ Roosevelt’ to bring 11 bands to Arnold park
Jim Varhola spent a lot of his youth in playgrounds around his home in Springdale. “That’s what we did — we played soccer, softball, football. I don’t know what I would have done without the parks we had,” said Varhola, of Upper Burrell. “It’s important to have those things available...
Kiski Area superintendent hosts new coffee chat to encourage community relations
A new coffee-themed social is brewing in the Kiski Area School District. Kiski Area Superintendent Misty Slavic will host her inaugural “Coffee Chat With the Superintendent” on Friday, June 10. The free gathering kicks off at 9 a.m. All residents of the district are invited to attend. Participants should register...
Fallen soldiers honored throughout Alle-Kiski Valley on Memorial DayVideo
Memorial Day is much more than just parades and picnics. Some people mark the holiday as the unofficial start of summer, while others remember to pay tribute to those who served in the military. In Vandergrift, a multi-stop morning of patriotic tributes kicked off around 7:30 a.m. Monday, hosted by...
Vandergrift officials continue efforts to fight blight in the borough
Vandergrift officials are continuing efforts to fight blight in the borough, but the walls aren’t tumbling down quickly enough for some residents. This year, Vandergrift Council identified five abandoned and/or unsafe properties on Longfellow Street and Washington and Franklin avenues. The borough recently completed the demolition of an abandoned former...
The Stroller, May 30, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15068. Please include a daytime telephone number. Memorial Day. A time of remembrance. A time of prayer. Take a...
Remember When: The 1st Memorial Day after World War II was truly special in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Memorial Day is always special. But that was truly the case May 30, 1946. It was the first Memorial Day following the end of World War II, and Alle-Kiski Valley towns rolled out the red carpet for troops returning home. Like now, that Memorial Day was a Monday, but the...
