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State officials: 4 new cases of covid-19 reported in Westmoreland County, no new deaths
Westmoreland County on Saturday had four new covid-19 cases reported, increasing the total number of coronavirus cases to 487, according to Pennsylvania health officials. No new deaths from the virus were reported in Westmoreland. State officials continued to report 38 deaths, while county Coroner Kenneth Bacha reports 32 deaths as...
State reports 463 new covid-19 cases, 49 more deaths
Pennsylvania Health Department officials on Saturday reported 49 more covid-19 deaths and 463 additional cases, bringing the state’s total number of cases to 78,462. There have been 6,211 people in the state who have died from the virus. More than 5,900 of the total cases are in health care workers....
List of Riverview graduating seniors released
Riverview High School’s graduation ceremony was held at Riverside Drive-in Theatre in Parks Township Tuesday night. Seniors in attendance each had their moment on the big screen along with a photo and their future plans. A parade took place through Verona and Oakmont prior to commencement. The Riverview class of...
Giant Eagle takes steps ‘to stand up against racism and social injustice’
The Giant Eagle supermarket chain has announced several measures intended “to stand up against racism and social injustice.” Among the moves announced were: • A $350,000 contribution to support social justice causes; • The closure of its Giant Eagle, Market District and GetGo locations Saturday from 7 to 8 a.m....
Tornado warning canceled for Beaver County, thunderstorm warning on for Allegheny County
The National Weather Service issued a thunderstorm warning for Allegheny County and cancelled a tornado warning for Beaver County on Wednesday night. Beaver County’s warning was issued shortly after 9:45 p.m. and was canceled shortly before 10 p.m. The thunderstorm warning was to remain until 1 a.m. Thursday. More information...
Racing returns Friday in Monroeville with the reopening of Steel City Indoor Karting
Racing returns to Monroeville as Steel City Indoor Karting plans to reopen its doors and wave the green flag Friday. Pit crew members announced via email that the all-electric go-kart facility at 360 Mall Circle Drive would resume operations with new safety measures at noon. “We will have the same...
Plum initiative to help borough businesses during the covid-19 pandemic set to launch next week
The Plum Chamber of Commerce and borough officials have joined forces for a new initiative designed to help businesses impacted by the covid-19 pandemic. “Borough businesses are back, help back our borough businesses” starts June 18 with email blasts to community members alerting them of special announcements, promotions and other...
Riverview’s drive-in graduation gave seniors a taste of Hollywood
Riverview High School seniors saw their names and faces on the big screen, with some students blowing kisses to their fans in the audience. It was not the premiere of a Hollywood production, but the conclusion of their time in the district, and the first time they’ve been able to...
Concerts at Moon drive-in to benefit Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
With many summer activities canceled due to the covid-19 pandemic, people might have to travel to the moon to experience live music. Promoters Drusky Entertainment and Rich Engler made that possible by presenting benefit shows for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank in Moon Township. The Clarks are set to...
Missing Pittsburgh man found safe
A man who went missing in Pittsburgh Monday evening has been found safe, according to the city Department of Public Safety. Authorities Monday evening asked the public to be on the lookout for Leslie Lampkin, 74, who was last seen Monday around 4 p.m. leaving the Saloon in the 1600...
Plum officials address racism and police at Monday night’s council meeting
Plum officials denounced racism and police brutality Monday night at council’s first voting meeting back in the borough building during the covid-19 pandemic. Council President Dave Odom sat at the center of the elected board’s table in council chambers Monday night with other borough leaders spaced out more than usual...
Movies in the Park returns Saturday in Plum
Plum’s Movies in the Park returns this weekend as more recreation events become available with Allegheny County in the green phase of covid-19 recovery. Most of Southwestern Pennsylvania recently moved to the third part of the state’s economic reopening plan, allowing for more businesses to resume operations and more people...
Police: Woman crashed into parked car, apartment in Penn Hills
A driver was charged with driving under the influence after striking a parked car and an apartment building in Penn Hills Monday afternoon. Police Chief Howard Burton said the driver, described as a 42-year-old woman, was driving along Lindberg Avenue toward Nelbon Avenue around 3:15 p.m. when she lost control...
The Oaks Theater in Oakmont reopens
The Oaks Theater welcomed guests Friday after a several month hiatus with cartoons and drinks. Doors opened for a free classic cartoon celebration at 310 Allegheny River Blvd. The venue, like many shuttered entertainment facilities and businesses, reopened that day as Allegheny County entered the green phase of the state’s...
Sewickley Tavern officially open after covid-19 closure
Chris DeRose summed up his thoughts on the Sewickley Tavern opening for customers on Friday. “Finally.” As in finally, Allegheny County was moved into the green phase of the state’s economic reopening plan, which allows inside dining at restaurants. “It’s been a roller coaster of emotion, from preparing and being...
Snap Fitness in Verona, Plum to remain closed despite state’s move to green phase
Gyms and fitness centers in Allegheny County can reopen under strict guidelines now that the area was moved into the green phase of the state’s economic reopening plan. However, Snap Fitness franchises in Plum and Verona appear to have closed their doors for good. Franchisee Mike Mettee took to Facebook...
Social media threat discovered toward end of Apollo-Ridge graduation ceremony
A threat made via social media had Apollo-Ridge School District officials err on the side of caution during the finale of Friday night’s graduation ceremony and cut it short. School Director Paul King said the district skipped its traditional return of seniors’ caps and gowns in exchange for diplomas after...
In-person Masses at the Shrines of Pittsburgh canceled this weekend due to potential covid-19 exposure
In-person Masses at the the Shrines of Pittsburgh churches have been canceled due to potential covid-19 exposure, Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh officials announced Friday night. Diocese officials said the spouse of an employee at the Shrines of Pittsburgh grouping has been tested for the coronavirus and is awaiting test results....
Shaler man accused of inciting riot during Pittsburgh protests faces federal charges
A Shaler man accused of inciting a riot during the protests in Pittsburgh last Saturday now faces federal charges. Federal charges of obstruction of law enforcement during a civil disorder have been filed against Brian Bartels, authorities announced Friday evening. Bartels, 20, is accused of initiating the destruction of a...
Verona’s Farmers Market opens for the season with new safety precautionsVideo
Tents were spaced out farther than usual and vendors wore masks at Verona’s Farmers Market during the first event of the season. “We were a little nervous we wouldn’t be able to open,” market organizer Stefani Garibay said Thursday afternoon. “A lot of these guys depend on making their living...
Glazed, powdered or jelly? Yes, yes and yes — it’s National Doughnut Day
Friday is National Doughnut Day. It’s the perfect way to celebrate as Allegheny, Westmoreland and surrounding counties are headed into the “green phase” of the state’s coronavirus action plan. Always the first Friday of June, National Doughnut Day highlights everyone’s favorite cylindrical breakfast treat. Oakmont Bakery owner Marc Serrao said...
Police: 2 people died after shooting in Wilkinsburg Thursday night
Two people died after being shot in Wilkinsburg Thursday night, police said. Elisha Marie Moses, 34, of Pittsburgh was pronounced dead at UPMC Mercy Hospital, according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner. A 49-year-old male, identified as Terrance L. Carter, also died after being taken to the hospital. Both victims...
Pittsburgh police: Missing girl, 12, last seen in the North Side found safe Thursday night
A 12-year-old girl missing from Pittsburgh’s North Side was found safe Thursday night....
New Kensington officials cancel Fourth of July fireworks display due to coronavirus concerns
New Kensington has joined a growing list of towns canceling Fourth of July fireworks celebrations. City officials made the announcement Thursday citing coronavirus concerns. “I think we should have done it sooner,” Councilman Tim DiMaio said. “Everybody else has done it. How are you going to (have) people 6 feet...
Plum Community Library offering curbside pickup, other services starting this month
Plum Community Library officials plan to resume operations during the covid-19 pandemic by offering curbside pickup of materials. Items can be reserved and picked up starting June 8. However, online holds have been disabled due to a countywide backlog in their shipping department. The Plum library is part of the...
