Western PA Local News category, Page 976
In brief: Oakmont charging station opens, other area happenings, week of May 15, 2023
Ceremony for charging stations A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly installed electric vehicle charging stations in Oakmont is scheduled for 9 a.m. May 19 in Riverview Park’s Third Street lot. Oakmont partnered with Duquesne Light’s Community Charging Program to bring the stations to the borough. The event will feature Kevin...
The Stroller, May 15, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Freeport Theatre Festival to perform at historic Hanna’s Town As part...
Detecting cancer earlier: Doctors celebrate, discuss change in mammogram recommendations
A new recommendation for mammograms could speed up the timeline for breast cancer screening. It also might improve the chance of saving lives, according to local medical experts. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, an independent volunteer panel of medical experts, changed its previous policy last week to advocate for...
Archaeological dig in Fayette confirms location of Jumonville Glen skirmishVideo
In his capacity as site manager for the Fort Necessity National Battlefield, Brian Reedy has spent many years telling visitors that he and fellow National Park Service employees were “reasonably certain” they knew the site where the skirmish at Jumonville Glen unofficially kicked off the French & Indian war in...
Parks Township animal rescue nonprofit to donate digital animal scanners to area police
A Parks Township woman is turning to technology to help local law enforcement identify lost animals in the Alle-Kiski Valley. Amber Phillips, owner and director of the nonprofit Champion’s Crusaiders Rescue, hopes to donate at least 28 digital animal microchip scanners to the Parks Township, Apollo, Leechburg, Southern Armstrong Regional,...
Pittsburgh URA approves 1st loan to maintain affordable housing in Knoxville
Twenty-five apartments in Pittsburgh’s Knoxville neighborhood will remain affordable for low-income residents for at least 40 years after the city’s Urban Redevelopment Authority board last week approved the first loan from its new Housing Preservation Program. The program, which launched last month, provides financial assistance to people who own or...
Sewickley Township man testifies wife’s death at hands of a drunk driver is his nightmare
James Wardezek had little sympathy for the man police said was responsible for his wife’s death and the injuries he suffered that were caused by a drunk driver two years ago in Hempfield. “I hope this day finds you unwell. The problem is the decision you made for yourself,” Wardezek...
North Huntingdon property owners hoping to build homes await second decision on property rezoning
Two couples who invested $230,000 in a 95-acre industrial-zoned parcel in North Huntingdon might learn next week whether township officials will rezone the land so they can build their homes on the site. The township commissioners said they will revisit the issue of whether to rezone the land at 1000...
Region’s power grid should be fine for summer demand, operator says
There should be sufficient power to meet the demand for electricity on stifling hot summer days, the operator of the electric power grid serving Pennsylvania and 12 other states said. But electric grid operator PJM Interconnection of Valley Forge cautioned that extreme scenarios could tighten its reserve of electric power...
Residents of North Oakland condos without water after water line break
The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority shut off water at a break, leaving a North Oakland condominium without water Sunday, an authority spokesperson said. The break occurred on a private water line connecting to Park Plaza Condominiums on North Craig Street, authority spokesperson Rebecca Zito said. Water authority crews isolated...
Bethel Park School District appoints new administrator
Bethel Park School District appointed Mark Korcinsky as superintendent of facilities and operations. In his new role, Korcinsky will oversee the district’s transportation, maintenance and facilities departments. He also will be responsible for guiding the renovation of Independence Middle School and the construction of a new elementary school, scheduled for...
Flat Tire bike shop in Greensburg forms youth mountain bike race team
Kids interested in mountain bike racing are invited to check out the new Laurel Highlands Composite Mountain Bike Team being sponsored by Flat Tire Co. Bike Shop in Greensburg. “It’s our passion, it’s something we love, so we’re just trying to get more kids out there on bikes,” said shop...
Pa. Game Commission investigates bald eagle death in Washington County
Officials from the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Operation Game Thief are seeking information about a vehicle seen in the area where a dead bald eagle was found Friday. Game wardens from the commission’s Southwest Region found the eagle along Water Dam Road, near Cherry Valley Dam in Mount Pleasant Township, Washington...
Bethel Park students help complete tree planting at Miners Memorial Park
Students in Bethel Park High School’s first-year environmental club helped complete a municipal Shade Tree Commission project at Miners Memorial Park. They also learned some relevant lessons, including best practices for mulching, their main activity for April 21, the day before Earth Day. “If you can just keep this in...
Harrison library hopes new seed garden grows each year
The Community Library of Allegheny Valley has a new section for patrons to browse, but it doesn’t include books. The site along Broadview Boulevard in Harrison has established a seed library, the first of its kind since the facility opened in 1998. “A seed library is a great community resource...
Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from May 4-10
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, the Tribune-Review’s “Scenes from the Valley” photo package brings to life activities and moments happening in your backyard. To have a photo considered as a “Scenes from the Valley” candidate,...
Urban Redevelopment Authority moves ahead with first phase of Bedford Dwellings project in Hill District
Pittsburgh’s Urban Redevelopment Authority board last week approved plans to sell 28 parcels in the city’s Hill District to advance the first phase of the Bedford Dwellings project. Pittsburgh-based Trek Development has teamed up with the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh for the first phase in the development,...
Repainted mural portrays ascension of Jesus at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Apollo
Church leaders on Sunday rededicated a newly repainted mural depicting Jesus Christ’s ascension at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Apollo. Jeph Gurecka, an artist whose work has been shown internationally, painted the mural above the church’s alter. It portrays Jesus ascending amid clouds. His work enhanced a painting that had...
Hanna’s Town marks a half-century of antiques and collectibles sale
From coffee mills and rolling pins to milk glass and empty bottles of questionable medicinal “cures,” vintage and antique shoppers had plenty to choose from Sunday at the 50th annual Hanna’s Town Antiques & Collectibles market. After a rainy Saturday, attendees and vendors couldn’t have asked for better weather than...
200 years of beer: Author shares Allegheny County’s brewing history
Milwaukee’s nickname may be Brew City, but the title just as well could apply to another town. “I know Pittsburgh had more breweries,” Richard Ober said, and he’s done the research to prove it. With “200 Years of Brewing in Allegheny County,” Ober and co-author Robert Musson compiled a comprehensive...
Building the Valley: Hyde Park counselor opens new therapy practice in Leechburg
Amy Halter of Hyde Park is on a mission to break down stereotypes about mental health and to provide accessibility to those living rurally who may face challenges seeking professional treatment. Halter, 50, opened Balance and Grow Counseling Center in February at 152 Market St. in Leechburg. She said that...
Faces of the Valley: Allegheny Township native parlays passion for computers into 20-year web show stint
Building an internet show with more than 200 episodes has been a lengthy process for Tim Klanica, but it’s a journey he is proud to have undertaken. Launched from humble beginnings, Klanica’s “LoudMouthTim” web show is celebrating its 20th year of programming. His web show can be found on loudmouthtim.com,...
Ambridge police criticized for shooting, killing stray dog
Ambridge police have been criticized heavily on social media for their handling of a stray dog on Saturday, after an officer shot the dog when it became aggressive in their parking lot, only to discover a short time later that it was still alive and shot it again. Police said...
Springdale pet clinic employee accused of stealing drugs, money, gift cards faces felony charges
State narcotics agents accused an employee at a veterinary clinic in Springdale of stealing drugs, cash and gift cards from the company and her co-workers. Heidi E. Schumacher, 42, of Orchard Street in Shaler was charged with seven counts of prohibited acts and a count of forgery, which are all...
East suburban real estate transactions, week of May 14, 2023
Churchill Peter Spirtes sold property at 1903 Hampstead Drive to William and Wendy Colbert for $220,000. Estate of Conrad Mitchell sold property at 3430 Ridgewood Drive to Rodney and Eulalia Patricia Sinclair for $310,000. Forest Hills Ronald Barnes sold property at 356 Sharon Drive to Grace O’Neal for $210,000. Monroeville...
