Valley News Dispatch category, Page 49
The Stroller, Oct. 2, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Brother, sister on trial for teen’s assault during New Kensington Easter egg hunt
Westmoreland County prosecutors contend a New Kensington brother and sister conspired to assault an autistic teenager two years ago during a neighborhood Easter egg hunt. Jurors will begin hearing evidence Thursday in the trial of Stacey Oneal Jr., 36, and his younger sister, Krystae Oneal, 33, who are charged in...
Community rallies to support Plum family after move-in fire
When Jamin and Bethany Gardner parked a box truck in the driveway of their new Plum home, the couple never imagined they would lose nearly all their possessions before they could even move in. The Gardners, who were preparing to settle into a modest brick house on Garlow Boulevard on...
Buffalo Township man accused of sexually assaulting girl turns himself in
Derrian Alcorn, the Buffalo Township man accused of raping an intoxicated 15-year-old girl last year, turned himself in Wednesday for his preliminary arraignment. Alcorn’s defense attorney, Duke George Jr., said his client is in the process of posting the $100,000 bond set by District Judge Jack D. Ripper. Alcorn is...
Former Rite Aid building in Lower Burrell could be enticing location for retailers
The location of a former Rite Aid in Lower Burrell, near the Route 56 and Leechburg Road intersection, could make it attractive to a potential retailer, city officials say. “What we’ve found is large retail establishments, they insist on having a four-lane highway,” said Councilman David Stoltz. “With that building,...
Oakmont fire chief warns residents about second round of brush fire season
With the second round of brush fire season upon us, Oakmont Fire Chief Joseph Flanick is being proactive in stopping fires before they start. Factors such as dry weather, windy days and fallen autumn leaves creating a thick layer of dry fuel all contribute to the quick spread of brush...
Trash or treasure: Appraisal fair coming to Tarentum history museum
For people who love a treasure hunt, the Tarentum history museum is the place to be Saturday. Four appraisers affiliated with the Sen. John Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh will be on-site to assess the value of old jewelry, art, side tables, lamps and more. “People seem to love this...
Inventory to dictate closing date of Community Supermarket in Harrison
Inventory is starting to dwindle at Community Supermarket in Harrison. The store, which has operated in the Heights Plaza shopping center since 2002, is expected to close by Oct. 31. Joe Glaister of Brackenridge believes it might be sooner. “I’m probably there three or four times a week,” he said....
The Stroller, Oct. 1, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Father of New Kensington cop killer pleads guilty to open lewdness charge
The father of the man on death row for the murder of New Kensington police officer Brian Shaw pleaded guilty Tuesday in connection to claims he propositioned two teenage girls in Latrobe. Gregory Baucum Jr., 54, was sentenced to serve six to 12 months in jail but was immediately paroled...
Crash closes Route 28 North between Millvale, Etna
Route 28 coming out of Pittsburgh is jammed because of a crash. The crash happened around 4 p.m., closing the northbound lanes between the Millvale and Etna interchanges, a PennDOT spokesman said. The crash was cleared and the road began reopening around 4:40 p.m., but traffic remained congested from the...
Slide repairs, detours slated in North Huntingdon, Allegheny townships
PennDOT has unveiled online its plans for repairing slides along three roads in North Huntingdon and another in Allegheny Township. Work is expected to begin in December, with two of the slides in North Huntingdon — along Baker School and Leger roads — scheduled to receive attention first. PennDOT project...
West Deer officials weighing options for dog shelter expansion project
West Deer officials are narrowing expansion project options for the township’s dog shelter. The idea was born last year when operations moved from the township’s old building to its new location on Union Road. The shelter’s head volunteer, Barb Pasquale, 74, approached the township supervisors about expanding the shelter. It...
Bishops join to bless memorial to late Harrison restaurant owner
The garden at St. Joseph High School in Natrona Heights will forever honor one of the school’s graduates. On Monday, Bishops Mark Eckman of the Diocese of Pittsburgh and Larry Kulick of the Diocese of Greensburg joined to bless the garden in memory of Domenico Schiano di Cola, co-owner of...
The Stroller, Sept. 30, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Buffalo Township man accused of sexually assaulting drunk 15-year-old girl
A Buffalo Township man is facing charges, accused of raping an intoxicated 15-year-old girl more than a year ago after supplying her with alcohol. Derrian Alcorn, 27, is charged with seven felony sex crimes, including rape by forcible compulsion, rape of an unconscious victim and corruption of a minor. Police...
October brings more roadwork projects to Oakmont
As October approaches, commuters driving through Oakmont may see some roadwork as PennDOT wraps up a string of evening jobs in the borough. A. Folino Construction has been completing work for PennDOT’s ongoing road reconstruction throughout September. The work will continue into the beginning of October, impacting Allegheny Avenue and...
Blawnox to expand its memorial brick program to allow non-military recognitions
Blawnox officials are looking to expand a memorial brick program to allow families of non-veterans to honor present and past residents and others with a borough connection. Borough manager Kathy Ulanowicz said folks have been clamoring to create such solid recognition of beloved family members and friends ever since Blawnox...
The Stroller, Sept. 29, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Mixing Irish green with Pittsburgh Black & Gold, fans cheer Steelers to victory at morning watch partiesVideo
Beers, cheers and breakfast were the staples of early-morning watch parties for Sunday’s Steelers game in Ireland. Enthusiastic fans cheered on the Black & Gold as the Steelers played the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin’s Croke Park. Kickoff was at 9:30 a.m., Pittsburgh time. It was the Steelers’ first regular-season international...
Early bird Steelers fans bring the fun at watch parties cheering on the Black & Gold in Ireland
Steelers fans got up early for today’s game against the Minnesota Vikings in Ireland, starting the celebrations before kickoff at 9:30 a.m. (Pittsburgh time) and continuing to the 24-21 victory. Tortured Souls Brewery in New Kensington opened early Sunday for the game. The craft brewery was pouring its “Renegade” brew,...
Alle-Kiski Senior Citizen News – Sept. 28, 2025.
Armstrong County Senior Centers Apollo Wednesday and Thursday: 10 a.m., bingo. Hours: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays. Details: Charlotte at 800-368-1066 or Amy at 724-478-1410. The center is at 707A N. Fifth St., Apollo. Freeport Monday: 10 a.m., Site Council meeting. Tuesday and Thursday: bingo. The center is at...
Everything we know about the proposed Springdale data center
Since developers revealed the initial details of a proposed data center at the former site of the Cheswick Generating Station in Springdale in August, the community has come armed with questions about the project. In December, Springdale Council voted to approve a conditional-use application from developers seeking to build the...
Oakmont parking ordinance survives at local level
An ongoing legal battle in Oakmont ended at the local level Thursday night, but the matter may not be closed. The Oakmont Zoning Hearing Board voted to deny a challenge to the validity of the borough’s newest parking ordinance filed by resident and local restaurant owner John Keefe. Both hearing...
The Stroller, Sept. 28, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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