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High school roundup for April 12, 2021: Held hitless for 6 innings, Plum baseball tops Mars
Held without a hit for six innings, Plum scored four runs on four hits in the top of the seventh inning to defeat Mars, 5-4, in Section 2-5A baseball Monday afternoon. Colton Lowman hit a sacrifice fly to give Plum a 2-1 lead, and Nate McMasters delivered a two-run single...
Pa. House Speaker quarantining at home after being exposed to confirmed case of covid-19
Pennsylvania Speaker of the House Bryan Cutler, R-Lancaster, said in a press release Monday afternoon that he is currently under quarantine at home after learning that he was exposed to someone who has a confirmed case of covid-19. “Quarantine, social distancing, mask-wearing and the vaccine are all important to reducing...
John Dorfman: Nvidia, Adobe lead off 30-30 club
Only 41 baseball stars have ever made the 30-30 club — the likes of Hank Aaron, Willie Mays and Mike Trout. To make it, you have to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in a season. I have a 30-30 club for corporations. To make it, they have...
Former Central Catholic goalie Kris Mayotte named hockey coach at Colorado College
While the NCAA men’s hockey season concluded Saturday night at PPG Paints Arena with Massachusetts defeating St. Cloud State, some schools started preparations for the 2021-22 season. The coaching carousel has stopped for Colorado College with the announcement of Pittsburgh native Kris Mayotte as the new head coach of the...
Regeneron’s antibody drug can help prevent covid-19 from spreading among household membersVideo
PHILADELPHIA — Drugs that can keep high-risk covid-19 patients out of the hospital are going begging because the supposed breakthrough treatments require an hour-long intravenous infusion and offer a rather small chance of benefit. On Monday, Regeneron announced results that may help make its monoclonal antibody combination, now branded REGEN-COV,...
Lawsuit alleges wrongful death in Route 8 fatal crash last year
The family of a young woman killed in a drunken driving crash last year is suing the driver of the vehicle that struck hers head-on and the bars where the family’s attorneys said the other driver had been drinking just before the crash. Kaitlyn Marie Eckelberry, 23, was pronounced dead...
Feds won’t play ‘whack-a-mole’ by sending more vaccines to MichiganVideo
DETROIT — The federal government will not change its covid-19 vaccine distribution strategy, “playing whack-a-mole,” by sending more doses to Michigan, said Andy Slavitt, White House senior adviser for covid-19 response, during a Monday morning news briefing. Michigan is in the midst of another massive spike in coronavirus cases, with...
Former Penn State coach Jim Ferry lands at UMBC
STATE COLLEGE — After one season as the Penn State men’s basketball team’s interim coach, Jim Ferry has the opportunity to permanently take over a program of his own. Ferry, 53, was hired as UMBC’s next men’s basketball coach, the program announced Monday. Ferry takes over the Retrievers after spending...
One shot of vaccine may be enough for covid-19 survivors, studies suggest
For people who have bared their arms for a two-dose covid-19 vaccine, the message from public health officials has been clear: Get the second shot if you want full protection. But an emerging body of evidence suggests that there may be an exception to that rule. If you’ve already battled...
Norwin musical tickets for sale
Tickets are available for sale online for the Norwin High School Theatre Company’s four performances of “The Little Mermaid” from May 5-9 at the Knights Stadium. Performances are planned for 8 p.m. each night, rain or shine. Gates will open at 7 p.m., and seats will be on a first-come...
Unfiltered: Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss what getting Jeff Carter means for PenguinsVideo
Tim Benz and Mark Madden return for this week’s edition of “Unfiltered” on TribLive’s Facebook page to talk about the Pittsburgh Penguins acquiring forward Jeff Carter and how he will fit in with the team. The guys also talk about the Steelers and the upcoming NFL draft, the Pirates’ recent...
Former Penn State tight end Zack Kuntz picks transfer spot
Zack Kuntz is officially a former Penn State tight end. The Camp Hill native and redshirt sophomore is transferring to Old Dominion, he announced on social media Sunday night. Kuntz, who signed with the Lions back in the Class of 2018, was first stuck behind classmate and All-American Pat Freiermuth...
In brief: Dinners to-go, seed swap and more in Fox Chapel, Blawnox
Dinners to-go Heavenly Cuisine Custom Catering is giving out to-go dinner plates on April 16 from 3 to 6:30 p.m. at Glenshaw Valley Presbyterian Church, 1520 Butler Plank Road. Meals are $15 and are payable by cash only at the time of pickup. Order by calling 412-487-7194 or email glenshawcenturyclubinc@gmail.com...
In brief: Baseball opening day, Botanical Garden Committee seeking volunteers and more in Monroeville, Pitcairn
Monroeville baseball opening day Opening Day for Monroeville Baseball’s Spring 2021 season will be April 24 at Monroeville Park West starting with a parade at 11 a.m. and featuring games and activities all day. For the first time, softball also is being offered. Garden committee seeking volunteers The Monroeville Botanical Garden...
In brief: Church service, North Hills Genealogists roundtable discussion and more in Hampton
Northmont United Presbyterian Church will begin having in-person worship, starting April 18 at 11 a.m. Livestreams and recordings of services will be available for members who prefer to worship at home. In-person services will include the following: • The expectation that no one will attend if they feel sick •...
In brief: Polar plunge, dinners to-go and more in Shaler
Polar Plunge Come to Crawford Pool on May 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. for the first Polar Plunge. A $3 donation will be collected at the door to benefit the Shaler Area Backpack Initiative. Participants will receive a free hot drink of their choice (hot chocolate, coffee or tea)....
In brief: Plum library book sale, Oakmont council meeting and more in Plum
Plum library book sale The Plum Library will be hosting an outdoor book sale April 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The rain date will be April 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Masks and social distancing are required. A bag of books will cost $10. Donations will...
In brief: Penn Hills Class of 1976 reunion, groceries for the needy and more in Penn Hills
Penn Hills High School class of 1976 reunion The Penn Hills High School Class of 1976 will hold its 45th reunion June 25-27. There will be a buffet dinner at 7 p.m. June 25 at the Comfort Inn Grand Ballroom, 180 Gamma Drive. Tickets are $45 each until May 21....
In-brief: PRHS blood drive, e-waste pickup and more in Pine, Richland
PRHS scholarship blood drive Pine-Richland High School is hosting a scholarship blood drive 9 a.m.-2 p.m. April 18 at Vitalant North Hills Donor Center, located at 9365 McKnight Road. Four PRHS seniors — Ava Foster, Max Romano, Caitlin Golla and Aakash Kottakota — organized the drive to encourage fellow students...
In brief: Elm Leaf park grant, summer concert series and more in the South Hills
Elm Leaf Park grant Baldwin Borough’s efforts to upgrade Elm Leaf Park were selected to receive a $100,000 county grant, according to state Rep. Jessica Benham, D-Allegheny. “I’m thrilled to see that these investments are continuing to be made in our communities and to assist projects that will benefit all...
Quantum Spirits 5K run, glass recycling and more in Carnegie, Upper St. Clair area
Virtual 5K Quantum Spirits will be holding its 14th annual virtual 5K run/walk from April 24 to May 25. Participants will be able to choose their activity and route (or a suggested route). Registration is $25 and $10 for Carlynton students and children under 10 and younger. Registration can be...
In brief: Flea market, community food drive and more in Sewickley
Named to Forbes list Katie Larsen of Sewickley was named to the 2021 Forbes “Best-In-State” Wealth Advisor List for the fourth consecutive year. A tenured advisor and founder of the Larsen Group, Larsen is a managing director and wealth management advisor at Merrill. Previously, Larsen was named to Working Mother’s...
In brief: Northmont resumes in-person worship, community cleanup and more in the North Hills
Month-long community cleanup Marshall Township is hosting a community cleanup throughout April to join a nationwide effort to pick up litter and trash from roadways, parks, forests, creek banks, neighborhoods and open spaces. Supplies will be provided to those who call and register their clean-up. To register, call 724-935-3090. North...
Letter to the editor: Would a county health department help?
There have been a number of letters to the editor regarding the need for a Westmoreland County health department. Other than help to get the covid-19 vaccines, I have not read anything about what other functions the department would provide. I don’t think authorizing and building a new county agency,...
Letter to the editor: What gun control is really about
Letter-writer Jonathan Love (“Urge reps to support gun background check bill,” March 9, TribLIVE) makes it naive to sound so petty. All gun bills are a disaster. In my opinion, anti-gunners aren’t really worried about gun violence, and these small bills are nothing but steppingstones to complete the disarming of...
