Valley News Dispatch category, Page 560
The Stroller, Sept. 9, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Tarentum Council approves changes in water rates
Most Tarentum residents will be seeing a reduction in their water rates, while other customers, including in East Deer, will be getting an increase. Council voted 6-0 Tuesday, with Erika Josefoki absent, to lower the base rate charged to the bulk of borough residents by $2, or 8%, from $25...
Former Freeport man, Mustang aficionado, to be remembered at Frazer car cruise
Dwight L. Hutton was the life of the party. He loved Jimmy Buffett, grilling and classic cars. So it’s fitting that a car cruise would be held in his honor. “Dwight was from Freeport, and he grew up there. He was very proud of being from the Alle-Kiski Valley,” said...
Volunteers needed to help with grounds cleanup at Burtner House in Harrison
The covid-19 pandemic canceled all tours and events at Harrison’s Burtner House this year, but people are being asked to turn out Saturday to help clean up the grounds of the historic property. High winds a couple of months ago blew the cap off a chimney and damaged trees on...
Renovations to Leechburg’s Riverfront Park create ‘jewel’ along Kiski River, mayor says
A riverfront venue in Leechburg is newly spruced up and available for the public to rent. The white gazebo in Riverfront Park was constructed in 2004 but had fallen into a state of deterioration, Mayor Wayne Dobos said. “The park is a community asset that had started to fall by...
The Stroller, Sept. 8, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Covid-19 doesn’t stop picture day at Burrell School District
Covid-19 just can’t stop some traditions: The annual “picture day” at Burrell School District is set for Sept. 28 and 29. The students will be smiling without masks for their class photos, with additional arrangements in the works for class pictures from home, said Gregory Egnor, director of student services...
The Stroller, Sept. 7, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Trio of peacocks are people-pleasers at Allegheny Township farmVideo
Three peacocks rule the roost at Legacy Acres Farm in Allegheny Township. Meet Kevin, Houlahan and Radar — three pet Indian peafowl, commonly referred to as peacocks, owned by Susan Hughan. Hughan, 65, spent her childhood playing with her neighbor’s peacocks while growing up near Leechburg. Her grandmother shared her...
Fire chief: New Kensington house destroyed by fire went up in flames twice before
A New Kensington house that was destroyed by a fire early Saturday morning has caught on fire twice before in recent years, fire Chief Ed Saliba Jr. said. “It was about three years ago … we had a small fire in the bedroom in the third floor,” Saliba said. “Then...
In a time of covid-19, 2 Leechburg area churches among those taking services outdoors
Two Leechburg area churches are offering outdoor worship opportunities in response to covid-19 restrictions. The Revs. Gary and Lisa Lyon, co-pastors at Cross Roads Community Presbyterian Church in Leechburg, added a monthly outdoor service in June. The 40-minute service is open to anyone. Those attending are asked to bring a...
The Stroller, Sept. 6, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Allegheny Ludlum stainless steel cars sell for $950K at auto auction
A trio of stainless steel cars produced by Ford and Allegheny Ludlum sold at auction for $950,000. Billed as “The Historic Stainless Steel Trifecta” and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the cars were sold Saturday night as a single lot by Worldwide Auctioneers at the 13th annual Auburn Auction. They were offered...
Plum man dies in motorcycle crash
A Plum man died Saturday after crashing his motorcycle late Friday in the borough , according to an Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s report. Ryan Thomas Connelly, 22, crashed in the 3000 block of Leechburg Road at 11:55 p.m., according to the medical examiner. Details about the crash were not readily...
2 firefighters injured in early morning New Kensington house fire
Two firefighters suffered minor injuries battling an early morning residential fire in New Kensington. New Kensington fire Chief Ed Saliba Jr. said New Kensington police patrolling the neighborhood were alerted to a house in flames. Firefighters were dispatched to the home in the 500 block of Constitution Boulevard at 3:36...
Freeport Theatre Festival presents ‘President Arthur’s Inspiration’
The words in these letters spoke volumes. Julia Sand wrote to then-vice president Chester A. Arthur, who would become the 21st president of the United States, offering advice on how to be a better man. Arthur read the correspondence and seemingly took it to heart. You will have to come...
VALarena in North Apollo plans to reopen, but owners want to sell and keep it a roller rinkVideo
Although the doors are closed, the disco ball still shimmers on the sky-blue cement floor of the VALarena roller rink in North Apollo. A recent Facebook post by the owners announcing their imminent retirement put the public in a tailspin. The post reached more than 17,000 people. Generations of roller...
The Stroller, Sept. 5, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Lower Burrell councilman tapped for homeless veterans’ nonprofit with $4 million in grantsVideo
Lower Burrell Councilman Robert Hamilton has been named executive director of the Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard in East Liberty, an organization that helps homeless veterans. Hamilton, 32, said he has had a deep passion for helping at-risk veterans. Hamilton served in the National Guard as a military police officer....
Sheriff’s sale dashes Harrison woman’s plan for bakery, cafe in Natrona
Linda Gromley has operated her home business, “Fifty Shades of Cake,” out of her kitchen in Harrison’s Natrona section for two years, baking everything from pies and cookies to bread and, of course, cakes. She had hoped to grow beyond a home business by putting in a commercial kitchen and...
Vandergrift councilwoman continuing with lawsuit against borough, 5 colleagues
The legal battle among members of Vandergrift Council continues. Recent case filings show a back-and-forth between Councilwoman Karen McClarnon and her peers, and a refusal to drop a civil lawsuit filed in late May. The defendants, five other council members and other officials, filed to dismiss the suit in late...
Oakmont family to stand trial in toddler’s death
The last months of 3-year-old Bella Seachrist’s life were spent stationary, allegedly forced to sit for so long on her training potty that her feet became swollen and purple, detectives testified Friday at a preliminary hearing for the three adults charged with her homicide. The girl’s father, Jose Salazar-Ortiz, his...
‘Mutt Strut’ to benefit Springdale-based animal rescueVideo
A foster-based animal rescue headquartered in Springdale said it needs help finding homes and providing medical attention for cats and dogs. Paws Across Pittsburgh will hold its second annual “Strut With Your Mutt Walk” at West Deer’s Bairdford Park on Saturday, Sept. 12. Founder and President Jackie Armour understands the...
Twirl Time Studio relocates from Pittsburgh Mills mall to The Clement in TarentumVideo
Moving into the Pittsburgh Mills mall went so well for Marianne Rieg that her dance studio, Twirl Time, grew to fill two storefronts serving 200 kids. Covid-19 changed that. Her studio shut down in March. Although the Frazer mall reopened, its earlier closing time didn’t work for her business, primarily...
Lower Burrell considers hiring mowing contractor for city parks
Lower Burrell Council is considering hiring a private contractor to mow grass at the city’s two largest parks. Council members are expected to discuss the proposal when they meet virtually Tuesday. The council canceled both of its August meetings because it lacked adequate meeting space during the renovation of City...
