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Mitchel Nickols: Schools, workplaces must deal with bullies
As accepting as some people may be today, and childhood activities being just a part of growing up, it’s hard to explain how a fifth-grader goes to school and two days later dies from being beaten by a classmate. That’s what happened in March to South Carolina 10-year-old Raniya Wright,...
John Sparks: Founders’ wisdom on Senate still works today
Periodically, those who do not think the U.S. Constitution is “democratic” enough set out to repudiate that document’s genius. The Electoral College is often the recipient of such attacks. The most recent constitutional provision to be called into question is Article I, section 3: “the Senate of the United State...
Skye’s the limit for A’s outfield prospect Bolt
Mike Bolt knew he was setting the bar pretty high when he decided to name his son “Skye.” “He had a lot of pressure right out of the gate,” Mike Bolt said with a laugh. Now, Skye is very much at the limit. The Oakland Athletics called up the switch-hitting...
Longtime NYC prosecutor, former judge Richard Brown dies
NEW YORK — A New York City prosecutor and judge whose 40-plus years in criminal justice stretched from the gritty “Mean Streets” era of the 1970s to today’s opioid crisis has died at the age of 86. Queens District Attorney Richard A. Brown died Friday, Chief Assistant District Attorney John...
Outdoors notices for May 5, 2019
Notices Outdoors RIFLE/TRAP LEAGUES • There were 191 shooters who competed in the Twi-Night Trap League on May 2. Connellsville finished in first place with a score of 196 targets. Ruffsdale (195), East Huntingdon (191), Youngwood (190) and Hecla (188) rounded out the scoring. Connellsville (34) leads the season standings,...
Illinois governor proposes legalizing marijuana
CHICAGO — A proposal to legalize marijuana in Illinois would allow possession of up to 30 grams of the plant for residents 21 and over, a $30 million low-interest loan program to promote “social equity” in business ownership, and expungement of misdemeanor and class 4 felony marijuana convictions. Adults would...
Editorial: School choice should be discussed, not automatic
Picking a school for your child can be a very personal decision. You weigh the pros and cons. You might look at test scores. You might look at graduation rates. You might be looking for just the right fit for your religious beliefs. Maybe you want a private institution that...
Letter to the editor: Politicians should be working, not campaigning
While the president and myriads of elected representatives are busy priming and prepping and appearing at yet another campaign rally or on yet another town hall prime-time special, who’s actually addressing health care, infrastructure, immigration, hunger, homelessness, veterans, racial injustice, environmental issues, opioids or any one of a hundred other...
Letter to the editor: Consequences of deer season change
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has decided to review its decision to start deer season the Saturday after Thanksgiving rather than the following Monday (“Saturday start to 2019 deer hunting season might not be permanent”). However, they’re going to go ahead and try it out this year anyhow. The original decision...
Letter to the editor: Pittsburgh Marathon’s inclusion illusion
The Pittsburgh Marathon brings great energy to the city, a feeling that everyone there — runner and spectator alike — is united in the common purpose of supporting each other through a difficult endeavor. This purpose transcends race, ethnicity, religion, gender, economics, and politics: Anyone who can run or who...
Sewickley Heights’ McLean integral to VA polo team
Sewickley Heights resident Jack McLean played a big role in his first season on the Virginia men’s polo team. As a freshman captain, McLean, 18, led the Cavaliers to second place in the U.S. Polo Association intercollegiate national championship tournament April 2-6 at Virginia. Texas A&M, the defending champion, handed...
Here’s what’s going on around town: Saturday, May 4
Hello, Sewickley, Christopher’s Kitchen Familia Fiesta will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at St. James Church. The first Familia Fiesta, benefiting the organization, will feature Mexican fiesta food, margaritas, music, auctions, raffles, drawings and prizes. The cost for a family of 4 is $40 plus $5 for...
Birthdays, anniversaries shared
Liz and Tim Krasousky of Carnegie will celebrate their 38th wedding anniversary on May 9. They are the parents of Katie (Cameron) Clegg, Michael (Michele) and Beckie (Joey). Liz and Tim have nine grandchildren Ryan, Aydan, Alyssa, Jordan, Wyatt, Collin, Gavyn, Shayne and Josie. Birthday wishes to sisters Paige Bevan,...
Hampton AP students introduced to SimMan
The University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy visited Hampton High School on May 2 with SimMan to walk AP Anatomy and Physiology students through a medical response situation. SimMan was programmed with the symptoms of a heart attack and students had to diagnose him and decide on a course of...
Shaler Area students introduced to ancient art of Raku
Shaler Area students had the opportunity to take part in a lesson on the ancient art of Raku. By using a kiln, students created different types of pottery using time-honored techniques that have origins that can be traced back to 14th century Japan....
Hampton grad authors children’s book about physics
Hampton resident Kaityln “KK” Stoltz hopes a children’s book she wrote will spark excitement in younger generations about science, technology, engineering and math. “Physics Fun: For Younger Ones” was released April 30 by indie Christian publisher By Grace For Glory Publishing. The 54-page book has rhyming text, illustrations and easy...
Big shakeup in Class 6A for this week’s Trib HSSN state baseball rankings
There were big changes in the highest classification after a rough week for ranked teams in the weekly Trib HSSN PIAA baseball rankings. The five teams were a combined 10-5 last week with each team suffering a loss. Two teams fell down the ladder while the other three were voted...
WPIAL baseball playoff clinchings through May 3, 2019
In less than a week, the WPIAL will unveil the brackets for the 2019 district baseball playoffs. Fifth-four teams have punched their ticket for the Way to Washington, but there are still plenty of spots to be had. Watch the official unveiling of the brackets at noon May 10 only...
Blackhawk baseball topples New Castle for 13th straight time
It doesn’t seem to matter where the game is played, Blackhawk baseball continues to dominate New Castle. In a game originally scheduled for Flaherty Field in New Castle but switched to the turf at Neshannock High School, the Cougars won their 13th in a row against the Red Hurricanes. Ray...
WPIAL softball playoff clinchings through May 3, 2019
In less than a week, the WPIAL will unveil the brackets for the 2019 district softball playoffs. Sixty-nine teams have punched their ticket for the Path to Peterswood, but there are still a couple spots up for grabs. Three classification’s fields are now set, while 11 teams are still alive...
Pirates minor league report: May 3, 2019
Pirates INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 15-12) won 7-5 over Louisville (Reds). 2B Kevin Kramer (.250) finished 3 for 3 with a grand slam, a double and five RBIs. CF Jason Martin (.250) went 2 for 4 with a double, a triple and two runs scored. 3B Ke’Bryan Hayes (.265) had a base...
High school scores, schedules for May 3, 2019
High Schools Baseball Friday’s results WPIAL Class 6A Section 1 Central Catholic at Seneca Valley, ppd. North Allegheny at Allderdice, ppd. Section 2 Hempfield 5, Connellsville 2 Norwin 5, Plum 0 Section 3 Canon-McMillan 3, Brashear 2 Upper St. Clair 5, Peters Township 1 (11 inn.) Mt. Lebanon at Bethel...
High school roundup for May 3, 2019: No. 2 Baldwin tops No. 1 Bethel Park
An early run was all it took for Baldwin to take down No. 1 Bethel Park in a Section 1-6A softball game Friday afternoon. Selena Juquay walked to open the game, stole second and scored on a single by Addie Tagg as No. 2 Baldwin (11-3, 10-3) earned a 1-0...
Kyle Hendricks shuts out Cardinals on just 81 pitches in Cubs’ 4-0 win
CHICAGO — The sun was out at Wrigley Field for Friday’s series opener between the Cubs and Cardinals, though a cold, 12-mph wind was blowing in from left field, making it a pitchers’ day. Kyle Hendricks made the most of the elements, throwing a complete-game shutout in a 4-0 win....
White gang members forcibly tattoo a racial slur on a member and spell it wrong, cops say
MIAMI — White members of a gang forcibly covered a fellow gang member’s gang tattoo with a phrase including a racial slur, according to Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The evidence on Michael Hart’s neck said, “F — — you, Niger.” According to what police say Lucian Evans told them, he,...
