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Reps. John Joyce and Abby Finkenauer: Rural broadband key to 21st-century success
When was the last time that you unfolded a map for directions before a road trip or required a postage stamp to send a photograph to a friend? More likely than not, you have turned to a phone, tablet or other device to complete these simple tasks. In the 21st...
Children’s Gift Making party at Epworth United Methodist Church in Allison Park
The 19th annual Epworth Church Children’s Gift Making party will be held Dec. 8, beginning at 11:30 a.m. with a pizza lunch. It’s a time for children ages 3 to 12 to make 10 handcrafted gifts to give during the holiday season. The cost for each child to attend is...
George Guido: ‘Miracle at the Park’ turns 25
Happy 25th anniversary to the “Miracle at the Park” game. Chosen in a Valley News Dispatch readers’ poll as the most memorable moment in local sports history, the game has become nothing less than local folklore a quarter-century later. Riverview defeated Jefferson-Morgan, 34-28 in overtime, to cap an incredible comeback....
Editorial: Write-in votes shouldn’t be wasted
Your vote is a valuable commodity. It’s the difference between being a victim or a volunteer. It is participation. It is involvement. And that’s all serious business. Voting for Porky Pig? That’s really not. In every election, there are people who exercise another right: the ability to disregard the options...
Jeannette officials prepare to close beleaguered hemp-drying plant
An order shuttering a Jeannette hemp-drying facility is imminent while employees said they still have not been paid. City solicitor Tim Witt said Tuesday afternoon that a cease and desist order could be issued soon by the code enforcement officer as Patriot Shield Security has not met requirements to obtain...
Sewickley’s first Tapas Talks features RMU president
The inaugural presentation for Tapas Talks, Sewickley’s new speakers series, was held Oct. 24 at the Edgeworth Club. The evening began with a social hour featuring tapas and drinks followed by the introduction of guests and committee members by A. Gary Chase, board president for Tapas Talks. Committee member Holly...
Symphony Splendor Home Tour features 7 Upper St. Clair homes
If there was any doubt that the holidays were upon us, the Nov. 24 Symphony Splendor Holiday Home Tour in Upper St. Clair makes it official. The tour, which benefits the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, features seven beautifully decorated homes located just minutes apart. “This holiday fanfare tour, presented by the...
Jefferson Hills Intermediate students launch 3D store
Sarah Greenblatt is designing a snowman ornament that she thinks all cold weather fans will love. Ava Sorley’s ornament will showcase Pittsburgh sports, because she loves cheering on the black and gold on the field and in the rink. Sage Mares has opted to create a Valentine’s Day ornament with...
Squirrel Hill baker competes on Food Network’s Christmas Cookie Challenge
When Jasmine Cho got a call from Food Network in the spring, the Squirrel Hill baker thought to herself, “Is this real life?” “It’s actually pretty hilarious, because literally the day before I heard from the network, I was having a conversation with my partner Ryan about how I didn’t...
Letter to the editor: Exhausted by Trump
Even when presented with evidence to the contrary, President Trump’s supporters continue to hold to their opinions. You cannot reason with an unreasonable attitude, position or person. But the facts about this amateur president are clear. In my opinion, Trump is the living embodiment of the seven deadly sins, pride,...
Letter to the editor: Let’s take care of special-needs kids, adults
Policies put into place by Pennsylvania government will eliminate free choice for disabled and special needs citizens who work, children and adults alike. Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’ Office of Developmental Programs policies threaten programs like Clelian Heights and the Westmoreland County Blind Association workshops. These policies will push people...
Letter to the editor: Apologies for being old, white, straight, conservative, Christian male
The guilt is just too much for me to take, so I need to confess. I humbly and contritely apologize to all for being an older, white, straight, conservative, Christian male … the current most reviled creature in America. I apologize for working hard over the past 40 years, obeying...
Frigid temps, winds, light snow move into Pittsburgh regionVideo
Wind chills might feel like a shock Tuesday, weather officials said. National Weather Service meteorologist Lee Hendricks said blustery winds are in store, with gusts of up to 30 mph. “It was so nice on Monday, but today, we will have wind chills that could be in the teens,” he...
Why moms-to-be need vaccines during pregnancy
Vaccines are a part of many well-child visits. But they also should be part of the care moms-to-be receive to protect their unborn children. “When we take care of pregnant patients, we’re really taking care of two patients: mom and baby. We know that pregnant women are more susceptible to,...
The Stroller, Nov. 12, 2019: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Freeport High School to present, `Mamma Mia` The drama department of Freeport Area High School will present the musical, “Mamma Mia,” at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at Freeport Area Middle School, 325 Fourth St., Freeport. Tickets are $11; senior citizens over 65, $7. For tickets,...
Craft, vendor show slated at Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center in Ross
The Norwood Herrington Chapter No. 356 Order of the Eastern Star is holding its third annual holiday Craft & Vendor Show from 10 to 3 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center. The event will feature more than 70 vendors offering handcrafted items, unique gifts, sweets, jewelry, decor,...
Shaler North Hills Library hosting Indigenous Nation celebration
From 7 to 8 p.m. Nov. 15, at Shaler North Hills Library, check out the Indigenous Nation celebration and hear Three Rivers Indian Council’s Miguel Sague, Jr. tell traditional stories from tribes in Southwestern Pa. Watch the Bookflix production of Chief Jake Swamp’s Giving Thanks: a Native American Good Morning...
Study links increased physical activity to reducing symptoms of depression
It’s estimated that more than 17 million adults in the United States have at least one major depressive episode in any given year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. And while depression, and treatment options, look different for everyone, a new study found that increased levels of physical...
Some common youth sports injuries are avoidable, experts say
As fall sports wind down and winter sports begin in earnest, youth athletics will see a rise in injuries. Tens of millions of children and teens participate in organized sports, and more than 3.5 million sports injuries occur every year. Fortunately, most injuries that occur with children are not serious...
Mayo Clinic Q&A: Address habits that may interfere with child’s sleep
Dear Mayo Clinic: For the past few weeks, my 13-year-old daughter has had trouble falling asleep at night. She’s in bed at a reasonable time, but can’t seem to fall asleep until after midnight. What could cause insomnia in someone so young? Should I make an appointment for her see...
High school scores, summaries, schedules for Nov. 11, 2019
Football WPIAL playoffs Class 6A Championship Saturday’s schedule Central Catholic (10-1) vs. Pine-Richland (10-1) at Heinz Field, 8 p.m. Class 5A Semifinals Friday’s schedule Penn-Trafford (11-1) vs. Peters Township (11-1) at West Mifflin, 7 p.m.; Gateway (10-2) vs. McKeesport (9-3) at Greensburg Salem, 7 p.m. Class 4A Championship Saturday’s schedule...
High school roundup for Nov. 11, 2019: Seneca Valley hockey stays undefeated
Tyler Kovac and Austin Albert each had a goal and an assist and Robbie Halyama made 16 saves as Seneca Valley (6-0-0) stayed unbeaten with a PIHL Class AAA victory over Canon-McMillan (4-3-0) on Monday night. Upper St. Clair 3, Central Catholic 2 — Devin Rohrich scored twice and Jacon...
Rex Tillerson denies Nikki Haley’s claims that he sought to undermine Trump’s agenda
WASHINGTON — Former Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is disputing a claim by Nikki Haley, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, that he sought to subvert President Donald Trump’s agenda in an effort to “save the country.” Tillerson, a former ExxonMobil chief executive, told The New York Times...
WPIAL Football Team of the Week: Week 11
Sesame Street once had a song that began, “One of these things is not like the other.” When you look at the eight teams that will be playing for WPIAL football gold on Saturday at Heinz Field, six teams are no stranger to playing on the North Shore in November....
PIAA soccer, volleyball semifinals make for a big Tuesday
(Note: Tuesday’s PIAA soccer semifinals at Hampton and Slippery Rock were postponed to Wednesday.) Is there a better rivalry in the WPIAL than Greensburg Central Catholic vs. Shady Side Academy in girls soccer? The two have combined to dominate the decade with GCC winning five WPIAL and two PIAA championships...
