Editor's Picks category, Page 23
Another beachfront stilt house collapses into the surf on the Outer BanksVideo
BUXTON, N.C. — A beachfront stilt home along the Outer Banks in North Carolina has collapsed into the surf, bringing the total number of houses claimed by the Atlantic Ocean to 12 in the past five years. The two-story, wood-shingled home at the north end of Hatteras Island collapsed Tuesday...
Noodlehead restaurant in Shadyside posted with violations after diners fall ill
A restaurant in Shadyside that specializes in Thai street food has 10 days to remedy repeated violations an Allegheny County Health Department restaurant inspector found this week or it will be ordered closed. Noodlehead, 242 S. Highland Ave., remained open Wednesday, but it was ordered to keep a consumer alert...
TV Talk: Noah Wyle rides a motorcycle as ‘The Pitt’ filming begins in Pittsburgh
A production assistant shouts, “Background!” An extra playing a jogger immediately goes from standstill to running as an ambulance rushes up Cedar Avenue toward Allegheny General Hospital, otherwise known as Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center on “The Pitt.” Behind the ambulance, Emmy-winner Noah Wyle, playing Dr. Robby, rides a motorcycle as...
Oktoberfests on tap in Western Pennsylvania
Munich’s Oktoberfest celebration kicks off Saturday and runs through Oct. 5. If you didn’t book a flight overseas, you can still don lederhosen, grab a beer stein and celebrate German culture right here in Western Pennsylvania. A slew of festivals are happening across the region, in addition to the many...
Old Thunder Brewing reveals official Blawnox centennial brew
Blawnox officials have tapped Old Thunder Brewing Co. to create the official beer of the borough’s centennial celebration. The 100th anniversary event is set for noon-8 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Blawnox Community Park. Old Thunder co-owners Josh Taylor, Rob Dillman and Zach Gordon debuted cans of its festive libation,...
Trivial Pursuit, Furbies and even snow might join the Toy Hall of Fame
Later this year, the National Toy Hall of Fame could induct snow — yes, the cold, white stuff that falls from the sky. But only if it ices out enough of the competition — a group that features hugely popular board games, outdoor favorites and giggling plushies. The Hall of...
Q&A: Pittsburgh’s Reba Meyers talks playing with Marilyn Manson ahead of Roxian showVideo
At 32, guitarist Reba Meyers considers herself the kid among gothic rocker Marilyn Manson’s band, with the rest of the members ranging between 49 and 60 years old. “I’m always trying to listen, but I’m sure I annoy the (crap) out of them. I’m basically like the (expletive) triceratops from...
TV Q&A: Why hasn’t Suzie Cool been on ‘Nightly Sports Call’?
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen answers reader questions every Wednesday at TribLive.com in a column that also appears in the Sunday Tribune-Review. Q: Why haven’t I seen Suzie Cool on KDKA-TV or KDKA+ as much recently? Is she still working for Channel 2? — Jim, via email Rob:...
Wawa coming to Penn State
Sheetz haters at Penn State are in luck — Wawa is officially coming to Happy Valley. Wawa has plans to open 10 stores in the broader Centre County area by 2031, with four stores planned for the State College area, the Centre Daily Times reported. The first stores will open...
TV Talk: Emmy-winning ‘The Pitt’ returns to Pittsburgh for filming
Coming off an Emmy win Sunday for best drama series, the cast and crew of HBO Max drama “The Pitt” will have something to celebrate when the series returns to Pittsburgh to film scenes for its second season this week. Allegheny Health Network’s Allegheny General Hospital on Pittsburgh’s North Side...
Robert Redford’s Pittsburgh-set film ‘The Clearing’ a good watch to remember a legendVideo
Legendary actor, director, producer and activist Robert Redford will be remembered for roles in classic films including “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” “All the President’s Men,” and “The Way We Were,” and no doubt those films will get plenty of rewatches this week after his passing at the age...
Remembering Robert Redford in photos: The life of the Oscar-winning director and activist
Robert Redford, the acclaimed Oscar-winning director, activist and founder of the Sundance Film Festival, died Tuesday, at 89. See photos from throughout his remarkable life and career here. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors....
Divers recover artifacts from the Titanic’s sister ship Britannic for the 1st time
ATHENS, Greece — Divers have recovered artifacts from the Titanic’s sister ship, the Britannic, for the first time since the ocean liner sank in the Aegean Sea more than a century ago after striking a mine during World War I. The Culture Ministry in Greece said Monday that an 11-member...
Country singer Riley Green becomes 1st Star Lake show announced for 2026
Country singer Riley Green will bring his Cowboy As It Gets tour to Pittsburgh next year, with his show being the first announced for the 2026 season at the Pavilion at Star Lake. Known for songs like “Worst Way,” “Jesus Saves” and “I Wish Grandpas Never Died,” Green will play...
Q&A: Scott McCaughey on pulling a doubleheader with The Baseball Project, The Minus 5Video
Somewhere in Europe, there exists live footage of an unreleased song about Roberto Clemente, penned by R.E.M. bassist Mike Mills. The Baseball Project — a music supergroup now comprised of R.E.M.’s Mills and guitarist Peter Buck, guitarist Scott McCaughey of The Young Fresh Fellows, guitarist Steve Wynn of The Dream...
Therapy dogs, youth boxing demo join lineup for Latrobe’s National Night Out on Wednesday
Therapy dogs and a youth boxing demonstration will be first-time features at this year’s National Night Out in Latrobe, set for Wednesday at Memorial Stadium. The free event, meant to promote police-community relations and crime prevention, will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. In addition to seeing a Westmoreland...
Emmy Awards ratings up 8% with CBS audience of 7.4 million
LOS ANGELES — Ratings for the Emmy Awards have continued their climb from all-time lows as the television industry looks to shake off the shake-ups of recent years. About 7.42 million viewers tuned in to watch the Nate Bargatze -hosted 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on CBS, according to Nielsen company...
Pirates players take part in Roberto Clemente Day of Service throughout Pittsburgh
Members of the Pittsburgh Pirates honored the legacy of Roberto Clemente on Monday by participating in several service activities throughout the city of Pittsburgh as part of the organization’s annual Day of Service. Players, coaches, executives and front office staff paid tribute to Clemente’s humanitarian impact at six community events,...
Blawnox marks 100 years forged by ‘working-class ethic’
Historian Tom Powers is giving residents a peek into the evolution of Blawnox as the town prepares to celebrate its centennial. Born from a forested riverbank that transformed into Depreciation Lands, Blawnox was originally known as the village of Hoboken before growing into a bona fide manufacturing hub. “Even with...
Marc-Andre Fleury’s return skyrockets Penguins preseason ticket prices
Penguins tickets are in high demand — but not for the regular season. The draw? The return of beloved former goalie Marc-Andre Fleury. On Friday, the Penguins announced they signed Fleury, 40, one of the most beloved figures in franchise history, to a professional tryout contract. He formally retired after...
Pittsburgh local music spotlight: Connie RosesVideo
The rising Pittsburgh hip-hop artist Connie Roses is on his fourth release of the year after “What We Got To Offer pt. 2” dropped earlier this month. “People should understand and explore the album the same way a writer commits to world building in a book,” he said. “There is...
‘The Pitt’ wins big at Emmys
HBO Max’s Pittsburgh-set ER drama “The Pitt” won best drama, lead actor (Noah Wyle) and supporting actress (Katherine LaNasa) awards at the “77th Emmy Awards” Sunday night on CBS, besting Apple TV+’s frontrunner, “Severance.” In accepting his first-ever Emmy, Wyle thanked his fellow nominees, the show’s production crew, HBO Max...
‘The Studio’ breaks record for comedy Emmys as ‘Adolescence’ and ‘Severance’ also score big wins
LOS ANGELES —“The Studio” made Emmy history Sunday night with its 12th trophy as the AppleTV+ movie-business romp became the winningest comedy series ever in a season. “Studio” co-creator Seth Rogen won for acting, directing and writing. Along with nine wins claimed at last weekend’s Creative Arts Emmys, it broke...
Blink-182 rocks 1st day of Four Chord Music FestivalVideo
In Blink-182’s song “Turpentine,” co-lead singers Tom DeLonge and Mark Hoppus join their voices together to belt out “What If I’m not like the others?” For any of the thousands of pop-punk/emo fans gathered Saturday at Four Chord Music Festival, they found plenty of kindred spirits as they sang, bounced...
Editorial: State budget crisis is forcing Westmoreland Co.’s hand
Westmoreland County Commissioners are putting the brakes on spending. That makes sense. The county is not exactly swimming in cash. In December 2023, commissioners pivoted toward a last-minute tax increase to address shortfalls. Both the Republican majority and Democratic minority on the board agreed the county was in financial difficulty...
