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Letter to the editor: Obama vs. Trump
To better understand how we descended into this era of hate politics and partisan warfare, it is telling to compare the last two American presidents. One was likable, charismatic; the other outspoken, abrasive. One, a smooth-talking politician; the other, a direct-speaking businessman. One, the media’s darling; the other, the media’s...
Letter to the editor: Wolf, Obama & clemency
Gov. Tom Wolf has commuted the life sentences of more convicted murderers than any other governor in the last 25 years (“Wolf commutes life sentences of 3 more Pennsylvania inmates,” May 7, TribLIVE). That article reminded me of one I read two years ago, about President Obama using his clemency...
Letter to the editor: Christian leaders & Trump
Wherefore art thou, Christian leaders? Who are these wolves in sheep’s clothing that are pretending to be you? Our president has committed multiple acts of adultery, yet you say, “He gets a mulligan!” He has lied thousands of times (and counting) to the American people, yet your voices are silent....
Here’s what’s happening around town: Sunday, May 26
Hello, Sewickley, Looking for a bargain? Big Sewickley Creek Volunteer Fire Department will hold a Spring Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. The department is located at 1850 Big Sewickley Creek Road. — What’s the Neighborhood News Network all about?...
Tribune-Review earns 22 Golden Quill nominations from Press Club of Western Pa.
Tribune-Review stories about the Tree of Life massacre, the killing of Antwon Rose and compensation programs set up after the clergy sex abuse scandal in Pennsylvania are among the top nominees in this year’s Golden Quill Awards. In all, the Trib garnered 22 nominations for the awards, which are presented...
Group wants to turn former Jeffery Primary into community center
A group presented plans during a May 8 Shaler Area School Board meeting to run a nonprofit community center in the former Jeffery Primary School. “We are calling ourselves Generations Community Center because we would like to address all of the communities in Shaler School District, including Etna, Millvale, Reserve...
Plan before leaving home to keep kids safe while traveling
We were visiting Thailand when I encountered my worst parenting nightmare — my 5-year-old daughter disappeared. She was with us in the courtyard of the guesthouse, until she wasn’t. My husband and I spent 35 terrifying minutes trying to locate her. She eventually returned safely on her own from what...
Make hyperbole great again
Hyperbole is derived from a Greek word meaning “excess.” It is used as extreme exaggeration to make a point. Just about every day, we either hear it or say it. “I’m so hungry, I could eat a horse.” While rarely creative, these regurgitated phrases are blurted out thoughtlessly across our...
Aquinas Academy student named finalist for writers contest
Felicity Koble, a fifth-grade student at Aquinas Academy of Pittsburgh, was selected as a finalist for the 2019 PBS KIDS Writers Contest made possible locally by the EQT Foundation. Twenty-seven winners were chosen from more than 1,000 stories received from throughout Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Maryland and Delaware. Until May...
Ted Kopas: We need to care for our caregivers
There is a looming crisis in Pennsylvania. Who will care for our aged family members and loved ones? It’s difficult to find a family who does not have older members in need of some long-term services and supports (LTSS). Pennsylvania’s changing demographics pose significant challenges, as approximately 70 percent of...
California fish tacos are a light, fresh surfside treat
A surfside treat, California fish tacos feature battered and fried crispy white fish and sprightly pickled vegetables. When done right, they are light and fresh, with a lively mix of textures and flavors. This recipe may look involved, but the components come together quickly, so invite your friends to help....
President Washington’s first crisis
The final workshop in the Bridgeville Area Historical Society’s series on George Washington’s influence on Western Pennsylvania focused on the Whiskey Rebellion and Washington’s key role in it. No one was surprised when Washington was elected our first president in 1788. When available revenue was insufficient to support the cost...
Living with Children: You’ve tried ‘everything’? Think again
Concerning major behavior problems, parents often tell me they’ve tried everything. In more than 40 years of doing this “parenting expert” gig, I’ve never run across a parent who was telling the truth about that. Since the 1960s, we’ve drifted so far away from a commonsense understanding of the fundamentals...
Pirates minor league report: May 25, 2019
Pirates INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 26-19) lost 15-9 at Columbus (Indians). 1B Jose Osuna (.268) went 2 for 5 with a three-run homer, a double and six RBIs. RHP Pedro Vasquez (0-1, 21.60 ERA) went 31/3 innings in relief allowing eight runs on six hits while striking out three and walking three....
Slow start dooms top-seeded Penn State lacrosse in NCAA semifinal loss
Freshman Matt Brandau scored a career-high seven goals, and Yale held on to defeat top-seeded Penn State, 21-17, in the NCAA Division I semifinals on Saturday at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field. Yale jumped to a 10-1 lead in the first quarter — tying an NCAA semifinal record for most goals...
High school scores, schedules for May 25, 2019
High Schools Baseball WPIAL Playoffs Class 6A Championship Wednesday’s schedule Penn-Trafford (18-3) vs. Pine-Richland (17-4) at Wild Things Park, 7:30 p.m. Consolation Tuesday’s schedule North Allegheny (16-6) vs. Bethel Park (15-4) at Washington & Jefferson College, 7 p.m. Class 5A Championship Tuesday’s schedule Shaler (14-7) vs. Laurel Highlands (14-6) at...
Sandip Shah: Baby boomers should be wary of Medicare changes
Baby boomers are aging rapidly. Around 10,000 Americans celebrate their 65th birthday every day. Unfortunately for these seniors, the government health care to which they’re entitled may put their lives at risk. That’s thanks to a new proposal from the Department of Health and Human Services that would impose price...
Fox Chapel senior Shymansky wins PIAA singles tennis title
Fox Chapel senior Robby Shymansky wasn’t going to let the opportunity to win his first PIAA singles title slip away, even after giving up an early second-set lead to Great Valley’s Sameer Gangoli. After splitting the first two sets, Shymansky got out to another 4-1 lead in the third set...
‘Big 3’ still rule tennis as French Open kicks off
The Big 3 are still very much around. They’re still leading the rankings, still collecting the biggest trophies. And they’re still the dominant figures in men’s tennis, responsible for the main storylines when the French Open starts Sunday. Roger Federer returns to Roland Garros for the first time since 2015...
Outdoors notices for May 26, 2019
Notices Outdoors RIFLE/TRAP LEAGUES • There were 155 shooters who battled heavy winds in the Twi-Night Trap League on May 23. Connellsville finished in first place with a score of 186 targets. Hecla (182), East Huntingdon (181), Youngwood (180) and Ruffsdale (174) and rounded out the scoring. Connellsville (49) leads...
Editorial: CEO salaries, raises show wage gap
Pay raises: they’re not just for political employees anymore. Yes, it was just a week ago that we were questioning the salary bumps for members of Gov. Tom Wolf’s staff. Those annual numbers jumped from $9,000 to $33,000. But for some, that’s chump change. We all know the guys at...
Sounding off: If abortion is outlawed, who will take care of the babies?
“Heartbeat ban” is an attempt to outlaw abortion. At least 15 states to date are trying to enact laws that ban abortion as early as six weeks of gestation or when a heartbeat can be heard. Most women don’t even know they are pregnant six weeks into a pregnancy. My...
Letter to the editor: Pittsburgh sisters welcome immigrants
Pittsburgh’s templed hills have long provided refuge to persons of diverse heritages and faiths whose virtues tempered our city of steel. The Catholic Sisters Leadership Council of Western Pennsylvania wishes to join Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto in welcoming vulnerable migrants and refugees seeking asylum from violence, injustice and other life-threatening...
Letter to the editor: Keep arts in schools
Thanks to the Trib for the comprehensive coverage of local arts organizations and events and, particularly, your expanded coverage of local theater and Westmoreland County high school musicals. Bravo! As I see it, the collective arts community throughout our county is the envy of Western Pennsylvania. Yet, while interest in...
Letter to the editor: What’s Gov. Wolf’s take on abortion?
As more and more states are enacting laws to curb rampant abortions, where is Gov. Tom Wolf? Of course there is a “D” after his name, rhetorical as it may be. Surprisingly he has not yet attempted to enact horrific laws like those in Virginia and New York. Rene A....
