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Early preparation of salt supplies places North Hills communities in good spot ahead of storm
Mother Nature is pointing a frosty finger at the Pittsburgh region this weekend, and meteorologists predict nearly a foot of snow could fall. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings across a 2,000-mile stretch of the U.S., from New Mexico to New England. Conditions are expected to start...
Stocking up: Residents race to get supplies ahead of winter storm
The rush for milk and bread is well underway. Residents across the region are heading to grocery and hardware stores in advance of what could be the biggest snowfall the area has seen in more than 15 years. Meteorologists at the National Weather Service in Moon Township predict the region...
Allentown business owners request permanent light rail service for Pittsburgh neighborhood
Kelly Braden lives directly across from Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s Fallowfield Station light rail stop in the city’s Beechview neighborhood. A recent detour sent the light rail system, better known as the T, through Allentown — dropping her off directly outside The Weeping Glass, the shop she owns. It eased her...
Joe Kern reappointed to vacant seat on Springdale Council
Joe Kern is back on Springdale Council. The general contractor had previously served two years on council before losing the seat in last year’s election. The election saw four, four-year seats and one, two-year seat on the ballot. Michael Ziencik, who claimed victory in both races, opted to take the...
Leechburg to commence pollution reduction plan in summer
Leechburg is taking a step toward improving pollution mitigation in the borough. According to council Vice President Chuck Pascal, the borough will be installing two new stormceptors in the borough, which help separate and remove pollutants in stormwater. “This was identified as a weakness in our system, so we have...
Former Jeannette woman pleads guilty to animal cruelty
A woman who was charged after an infant ingested cocaine in Jeannette in 2022 has pleaded guilty to an unrelated animal cruelty charge. Shelly Kemerer, 55, of Washington County, was ordered to serve two years on probation in connection with allegations she neglected to properly care for a cat at...
Greensburg man pleads guilty in hit-and-run crash
A Greensburg man was ordered to serve up to 23 months in jail after he pleaded guilty to charges related to a two-vehicle crash last summer that left another man injured. Collin Hays, 35, pleaded guilty this week to drunken driving, reckless endangerment, hit-and-run driving and the illegal possession of...
O’Connor says Pittsburgh preparing for snow with additional trucks, staffing
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O’Connor on Friday said the city is preparing for a major winter storm that could drop up to a foot of snow by preparing additional trucks and calling in extra workers. The mayor also is prepared to declare a state of emergency if needed. That would slash...
Cronuts and cruffins among Mexican-themed delights at newly opened Gordo’s Cafe & Cantina in O’Hara
Don’t settle for an average doughnut when you could grab a gourmet cronut. That’s the message from Brian Gorder to patrons at his new eatery in O’Hara, Gordo’s Cafe & Cantina. He’s showcasing made-from-scratch desserts, pastries, pizza, salads, meat sandwiches and specialty meals in the building that housed a Max...
New episode of ‘The Pitt’ honors Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life attack
Along with the latest episode of “The Pitt” on Thursday night came a storyline honoring Pittsburgh’s synagogue shooting victims. The Oct. 27, 2018, shooting killed 11 people across three congregations — Tree of Life, New Light and Dor Hadash. The reference came during “9:00 a.m.,” Episode 3, Season 2 of...
O’Hara issues surprise merger of Pleasant Valley, Parkview fire departments
In a surprise move, O’Hara officials announced Wednesday that the township’s two longtime fire departments will merge. Pleasant Valley Volunteer Fire Company and Parkview Volunteer Fire Department are in formal talks to join forces, township Manager Julie Jakubec said in a news release. The departments would operate under the Pleasant...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Jan. 23-25
We’re trudging through the doldrums of winter, with short days, freezing temperatures and a perpetual blanket of snow. Warm up this weekend with some fun events around Westmoreland County. Red Light and Blue Celebration This year will mark America’s 250th anniversary, and Westmoreland County will be doing it up in...
North Allegheny senior has open mind as he heads to D.C. for prestigious U.S. Senate Youth Program
Reading “Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know” had a notable impact on Sagar Raghavan, a senior at North Allegheny and one of 104 high school students selected to attend the 64th annual United States Senate Youth Program in March. In the 2021 release, author Adam Grant...
Westmoreland County kicks off America’s 250th with courthouse light-up ceremony
Westmoreland County will launch its celebration of America’s 250th birthday this weekend with a symbolic light-up ceremony at the heart of the county seat. On Saturday afternoon, officials will illuminate the “Westmoreland” sign in front of the courthouse in Greensburg. The event serves as the official kickoff for a yearlong...
PETA proposes replacing Punxsutawney Phil with giant hologram
The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is again advocating for retiring Pennsylvania’s beloved forecasting groundhog from his meteorology duties. And Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is not a fan. In a social media post this week, Shapiro seemed to reject PETA’s latest suggestion to replace Punxsutawney Phil with a...
PRINT ONLY Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Jan. 23-25
January is one long month, and this has been an especially tough one. If you’re feeling stir- crazy, there’s lots to do all over Southwestern Pennsylvania this weekend where you can stay warm and still have fun. Here are a few ideas. Penguin-Palooza Especially in Pittsburgh, penguins deserve lots of appreciation....
Road restrictions expand across Pennsylvania as forecasters warn of dangerous winter storm
PennDOT and Turnpike officials have announced road restrictions ahead of this weekend’s projected snowstorm. The restrictions include prohibiting commercial vehicles, school buses, commercial buses, motor coaches, motorcycles, RVs/motorhomes and cars towing trailers on major highways. Passenger vehicles including SUVs and pickup trucks will still be allowed to travel, but the...
The Stroller, Jan. 23, 2026: 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. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Bingo to raise funds...
New Kensington teen making efforts to improve Valley High culture with project, volunteerism
Trent Hicinbothem is well aware of the stereotype some have when it comes to the culture at Valley Jr.-Sr. High School in New Kensington. “There’s other students trying to make a change, but in our area, people write us off: ‘Oh, they’re the Valley kids,’” said Hicinbothem, 17. “That’s the...
Plum High School honored by Special Olympics for unified sports teams
Matt Aaron, president of Special Olympics Pennsylvania, said walking through the doors of Plum High School felt different. He was there Wednesday to present the students and staff with a banner recognizing the school’s unified sports teams, which is a joint program with the Special Olympics that integrates students with...
Late salt deliveries could hamper storm response in some towns
Some last-minute road salt deliveries Thursday will get a few Allegheny County towns through this weekend’s expected winter storm, but officials still may have to take a hard look at which roads get that salt and which may not. Until Thursday afternoon, Springdale was “critically low” on salt supplies, said...
Foxwall EMS, West Deer EMS announce new strategic partnership to boost efficiency, service
Foxwall EMS and West Deer EMS have entered into what officials are calling a strategic partnership to better serve area residents. For years, the companies have responded together to many calls as part of mutual aid. Foxwall’s main coverage areas are Fox Chapel and Aspinwall. West Deer’s main areas are...
Quaker Valley regional government director Patrick Conners resigns to take same job with South Hills council
Patrick Conners has stepped down as Quaker Valley Council of Governments’ executive director to start the new year in the same role for South Hills Area Council of Governments. Conners, 33, of Whitehall, served as QVCOG head since May 2021. He took over for Susan Hockenberry. “It’s a once in...
Morning Roundup: Ohio Township turning golf course into park
Here are some of the latest news items happening this morning, Friday, Jan. 23: Ohio Township eyes golf course as new park Ohio Township will purchase a golf course and turn it into the municipality’s second park. The township secured funding to buy about 138 acres of land along Lowries...
What’s canceled, rescheduled because of impending snowstorm
Events in the region that are canceled, postponed or rescheduled because of the expected inclement weather this weekend: Send cancellation information to vndnews@triblive.com. Saturday and Sunday •In Fox Chapel, the borough recycling bins for residents will be closed. Sunday • In Indiana, a meeting to discuss the proposed artificial intelligence...
