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Editorial: Tree of Life, two years later
The way the news comes in waves that crest and crash can mean that something huge and all-encompassing one minute can seem to become smaller and less important the further away it gets. But that isn’t true. An event that is important because of the pain it causes and the...
Letter to the editor: A vote for Biden a vote for Harris?
My opinion is that Joe Biden will not make it past his first year in office. You know this is a real possibility. If Biden is elected and can’t fulfill his duties, Kamala Harris becomes president. Let’s look at who Harris is and what she stands for. She is the...
UTV nearly rams Somerset police car during pursuit
Four or five people who were on a utility terrain vehicle that nearly rammed into a Somerset police car early Saturday morning are being sought by state police. Troopers came across a red UTV driving through Somerset around 2 a.m. The driver did not stop and a pursuit began that...
The Stroller, Oct. 26, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Is your church or organization going to host a free Thanksgiving Dinner? Send information to The Stroller at least a week in advance to vndnews@tribweb.com. Please include a daytime telephone number. TryLife Center accepting donations The TryLife Center in Lower Burrell is accepting donations of new and gently-used children’s clothing...
In brief: Polling location change, Salem UM Church events and more in Pine, Richland
Richland Township has been notified by the Allegheny County Division of Elections that the polling location for District 8 has been changed for the general election on Nov. 3. The new voting location will be at the Richland Township Firehall, 5857 Meridian Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044. The change only affects...
In Brief: Virtual fall activities, trunk-or-treat other upcoming events in the North Hills
Virtual foliage tour, Halloween parade McCandless is using a new website it created to host fall activities that can’t be conducted in person because of the coronavirus. Residents are invited to photograph the most striking foliage in the town and submit it for display on the McCandless and Me website....
In brief: Rotary candy giveaway, Tull holiday schedule and more around Sewickley
Tull Family Theater holiday programming This holiday season, as Hollywood studios continue to postpone new major releases, The Tull Family Theater is reaching back for perennial favorites; films that bring joy, hope and memories of being with loved ones. Films include “Casablanca,” “Doctor Zhivago,” “Babette’s Feast,” “Meet Me in St....
In brief: Pop -up shop, leaf collection and more in South Fayette, Bridgeville
Pop-up shop planned Kid’s Closet Connection will host a holiday sales event Nov. 4-8 at Western Allegheny Community Library, 181 Bateman Road, Oakdale. Parking is free, masks are required, and cash and credit cards are accepted. For details, visit kidscloset.biz/swpittsburgh. South Fayette announces jack-o-lantern contest South Fayette is hosting a...
In brief: SHIM adds resources, planning commission vacancies in Whitehall and more in the South Hills
SHIM adds guidance and resources While the community still reels from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, many struggle with knowing where to turn. Fortunately, South Hills Interfaith Movement has implemented a new effort to help connect people in financial hardship due to covid-19 with the programs and services best...
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of Oct. 26
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of Oct. 26....
Editorial cartoons for the week of Oct. 26
Editorial cartoons for the week of Oct. 26....
North Huntingdon names new emergency management coordinator
A retired North Huntingdon police officer is the municipality’s new emergency management agency coordinator. Township commissioners unanimously appointed Robert Dippolito on Oct. 21 to the post, succeeding Gene Komondor, who resigned in September after serving 13 years in the role. Dippolito, who retired in May 2019 after serving 29 years...
Police investigating shooting at Frankstown Avenue and Wheeler Street in Homewood
Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night at the intersection of Frankstown Avenue and Wheeler Street, in Homewood. While responding to a Shotspotter alert for the 8000 block of Frankstown Avenue about 7:55 p.m., officers were notified of a man with gunshot wounds nearby. They found the man...
Once a covid-19 vaccine is here, there will be a new challenge: convincing people it’s safe
There’s a good chance that a coronavirus vaccine could be available by late 2020 or early 2021. Developing an effective vaccine that fast would be a remarkable scientific achievement. It would also provide the first real hope of taming a new, deadly virus that has upended all aspects of American...
Building condemned, driver flees after stolen vehicle drives into East Allegheny home
A house in East Allegheny was condemned after being struck by a stolen vehicle Sunday afternoon. Pittsburgh Police, Fire and emergency medical services responded to the report around 2 p.m. The driver and occupants fled in an unknown direction, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety. The vehicle was towed away from...
Trick-or-treat during a pandemic: ‘We don’t have the power to stop Halloween’
It didn’t take long for the first trickle of school-related coronavirus cases this fall to turn into a steady drip that has seen multiple school buildings close. State health officials said earlier this week that the fall surge they had anticipated had arrived. Many communities, however, are going ahead with...
Pittsburgh police: Car crashes into Elliott Fire Station
A sedan crashed into the front of a fire station early Sunday morning, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety. The cause of the collision is under investigation. Firefighters at Elliott Fire Station 30, on the 900 block of Steuben Street walked out to find the vehicle. Fire, police and emergency medical...
ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’ returning to Happy Valley for Penn State-Ohio State game
One of the most anticipated games of the Big Ten schedule will be held at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and ESPN’s “College GameDay” will be there to preview it. For the ninth time and fourth consecutive year, “College GameDay” will be in Happy Valley. Penn State will host Ohio State in...
Focus on natural food sources for success hunting fall turkeys
When hunting turkeys, success is always predicated by the bird’s interest in one of two things: sex or food. During spring gobbler season, concentrate on the desire of toms to mate, but when hunting turkeys in the fall, think food. Like most creatures out there, turkeys spend their fall days...
Letter to the editor: Why I voted for Jo Jorgensen for president
Why did I vote for Libertarian Party candidate Jo Jorgensen, who teaches psychology at Clemson University, for president? Could not chose tweets from a twerp, or one who believes killing babies should be permitted. Lawrence E. Howard Jr. Plum...
Letter to the editor: Truth vs. fiction in presidential race
This information is given to me from the nearby churches for your voting preferences. It is their thoughts, not mine. I am only the messenger. This presidential race is really a contest between truth and fiction. More than in any other campaign, you need to familiarize yourself with reality and...
Letter to the editor: Vote on performance, not promises
Politicians are well known for making a whole shopping list of promises addressing what they will do to correct the many world and everyday life problems. But what is more important is: Can they or have they demonstrated they can perform in such a way to keep the promise? We...
Letter to the editor: How will Democrats pay for their ideas?
The only platform the Democratic Party runs on is they believe in issues that appear helpful, yet they have no idea how they will pay for it — universal health care, open borders and mandatory paid leave, just to name three. There is no way any candidate on any level...
The Pirates and the psychology of losing on fans
The Pittsburgh Pirates were the first Major League Baseball team eliminated from postseason contention this year. For fans of the team, this wasn’t surprising. For years, the Pirates have been stuck in the cycle of lose-rebuild-lose. But that cycle, and a record filled with few wins, has made it frustrating...
Pirates baseball: Lacking dollars and sense
For years, the Pittsburgh Pirates organization has had a reputation for being cheap: unable or unwilling to spend to make its on-field product better. But as the Tampa Bay Rays, another team accused of skimping on player salaries in the past, competes in the World Series against the Los Angeles...
