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In brief: Student news, Class of 1971 reunion and more in Penn Hills
Student news • Olivia Klonowski (Master of Music in music education) and Jordan Cravener (Bachelor of Science in applied science in civil and construction engineering technology) earned degrees from Youngstown State University. • Jaden Rouse has achieved dean’s list status for the spring 2021 semester at Bucknell University. A student...
In brief: 50-year reunion scheduled, U.S. Open amateur volunteers needed and more in Fox Chapel
50-year reunion scheduled Members of the Fox Chapel Area Class of 1971 are invited to the 50th reunion on Sept. 24. The celebration will be at the Syria Mosque in Cheswick from 5 to 11 p.m. in the outdoor pavilion. A buffet dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a...
In brief: Student news, Church flea market and more in Monroeville
Student news • Nina Singh was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2021 semester at Ithica College. • Nolan Baker (Bachelor of Arts in history) and Bradley Metts (Bachelor of Science in business administration in finance financial management track) earned degrees from Youngstown State University. • Jonelle Menner...
In brief: Democratic meet and greet, 5K in memory of Bradly Maslanka and more in Hampton
McCandless Democratic’s Summer 2021 Meet & Greet Enjoy an evening with candidates, elected officials, local committee members and neighbors at Devlin Park (9955 Grubbs Road, behind Town Hall) on Aug. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Activities are being planned along with raffle baskets. Details...
Jordan Justus and Prajwal Kotamraju: Street-smart ways to help Pa. small businesses recover
When President Biden unveiled his $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan in March, he did so not from the White House or a monument in the nation’s capital. The “once-in-a-generation investment in America” was announced at the Carpenters Pittsburgh Training Center. The president has frequently held Pennsylvania up as a model of...
Letter to the editor: Trump’s victory, only in America
The other day I was wondering what Donald Trump was like in high school. To which clique did he belong? The jocks, science nerds, vo-techers, band members, academics? I think he was the “outcast” — the loudmouth, overbearing know-it-all who everyone avoids. How did Trump, a twice-impeached, one-term loser, win...
Pittsburgh celebrates Fourth of July with huge fireworks display
Fireworks returned to Pittsburgh on Sunday night to celebrate the Fourth of July. A huge display was put on from Point State Park in Downtown. The celebration included patriotic music and food vendors, and was followed by fireworks presented by Pyrotecnico. Pittsburgh Police spokesperson Cara Cruz said she estimated the...
In brief: Library events, Beth Samuel Jewish Center programs and more around Sewickley
For the fourth consecutive year, Samuel Spanos has earned recognition from Forbes Magazine and was named No. 1 for the state of Pennsylvania on the 2021 Best-In-State Wealth Advisor list. Spanos is a senior vice president, investments and managing director for Raymond James & Associates in Beaver. He earned a...
In brief: Special needs triathlon, dance intensive camp and more in Bethel Park
Special needs triathlon Registration is open for the Spencer Family YMCA’s My Turn to Tri Special Needs Triathlon, which will take place Aug. 15. For more information, email mlloyd@williamscoulson.com. Dance intensive day camp Forest Dancer Intensive will be held 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. July 20. Cost is $60 and it will...
In brief: 5K in memory of Bradly Maslanka, Democratic meet and greet, more in North Hills
5K in memory of Bradly Maslanka The third annual 5K Memorial Run/Fundraiser to benefit Treatment Advocacy Center will be Aug. 1 at Hamar Grove, South Ridge Drive in North Park. The race starts at 9 a.m. Participants can run virtually or in person. Entry is $20 for adults, $15 for...
In brief: Carnegie farmers market, butterfly festival, more in Carnegie, South Fayette
Carnegie Farmers Market The Carnegie Farmers Market will take place every Sunday on East Main Street between Broadway and Mary noon-3 p.m. July 11-Sept. 26 with more than 40 vendors. Shoppers will have the ability to use SNAP and WIC benefits to purchase produce. The virtual market is open year-round...
In brief: American Skyscraper virtual talk, dance camp and more in the South Hills
The American Skyscraper and the History of Building High virtual talk Join Whitehall Public Library for a virtual talk with Mark Houser, author of “MultiStories,” to learn the surprising and inspiring stories of American skyscrapers. In this colorful picture presentation, you’ll learn about the rags-to-riches risk-takers of the Gilded Age...
Letter to the editor: RGGI a win-win for Pa.
I applaud Gov. Tom Wolf for his support of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI). This program provides a framework for Pennsylvania to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 and to fully eliminate the gases by 2050 using a cap and trade system. RGGI is a network of...
Letter to the editor: America at a crossroads
America is at a crossroads that will determine her future for better or worse. Currently, it is for the worse, as socialists seem to have the upper hand instituting critical race theory, cancel culture, etc. These convictions have great influence indoctrinating students to their style of thinking and stifling the...
The Stroller, July 5, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your club meetings, community events and fundraisers for free in The Stroller. Send information at least a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com. Please include a daytime telephone number. Avonmore VFD accepting orders for military banners Avonmore Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring a Hometown Hero Banner program that recognizes veterans...
This date in sports history: July 5Video
1919 — Suzanne Lenglen beats reigning champion Dorothea Lambert Chambers, 10-8, 4-6, 9-7, in the challenge round to win her first women’s singles title at Wimbledon. 1930 — Bill Tilden beats Wilmer Allison, 6-3, 9-7, 6-4, to capture his third men’s singles title at Wimbledon. 1947 — Larry Doby becomes...
Editorial cartoons for the week of July 5
Editorial cartoons for the week of July 5....
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of July 5
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of July 5....
Pirates farm report for July 4, 2021: J.C. Flowers pitches Greensboro to victory
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 27-26) lost 5-2 to Iowa (Cubs). RF Christian Bethancourt (.297) was 2 for 4 with a solo home run, his fifth of the season. SS Cole Tucker (.214) also knocked in a run. 2B T.J. Rivera (.275) added two hits. RHP Luis Oviedo (0-1, 9.00) allowed two runs...
Gov. Ralph Northam: Collaboration will benefit all of Appalachia
Since 1965, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has been dedicated to improving the economic health of Appalachia. Over $4.5 billion has been invested, from small-business assistance to broadband deployment to workforce development. The key to ARC’s success comes from the agency’s guiding principle of collaboration and cooperation — between the...
Delta’s rapid spread clouds summer with fear of covid revival
The fast-spreading delta variant is clouding Americans’ hopes for a carefree summer — and casting a shadow of doubt over plans to get back to business as usual in the fall. The shift in sentiment marks a reversal from the spring, when it looked like the U.S. immunization campaign would...
Video leaks of Rachel Nichols making racist remarks about ESPN colleague Maria Taylor
Rachel Nichols, the white ESPN broadcaster who hosts the network’s program “The Jump,” was caught on a “hot camera” accusing her employer in 2020 of giving Maria Taylor the job as host of the program “NBA Countdown” because she is a Black person. “I wish Maria Taylor all the success...
Redistricting reform in Pa. is dead for now, advocates say. So what’s next?
This article is part of a yearlong reporting project focused on redistricting and gerrymandering in Pennsylvania. It is made possible by the support of Spotlight PA members and Votebeat, a project focused on election integrity and voting access. HARRISBURG — Redistricting reform supporters in Pennsylvania are having a moment of...
Eastern area real estate transactions for the week of July 4, 2021
Churchill Frances Labella sold property at 2098 Garrick Drive to Aaron Hutton and Erin Nee for $220,000. Delmont Jane Piper sold property at 251 Aurora St. to John and Alice Schneider for $188,500. Estate of Garin Vesely sold property at 13 Faith Drive to Carol Fulton for $415,000. Gerald Remaley...
Pine, Richland real estate transactions for the week of July 4, 2021
Pine CG Master GP LLC sold property at unknown address to NVR Inc. for $294,376. Charles Betts sold property at unknown address to KJ3 Property Invests LLC for $265,500. James Kirby Jr. sold property at 1125 Bay Hill Drive to Robert Potter Jr. and Cynthia Potter for $510,000. CG Master...
