Valley News Dispatch category, Page 46
The Stroller, July 9, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Robert Haus appointed as Arnold officer-in-charge — again
What’s old is new again within the Arnold Police Department. Mayor Shannon Santucci on Tuesday appointed Robert Haus as officer-in-charge of the department. “We had to make a move,” Santucci said. “It’s the best resolution for the police department and the community at this time.” And it’s a move that’s...
EQT buys Olympus for $1.8B, consolidates grip on Southwestern Pa. natural gas
Pittsburgh-based natural gas producer EQT Corp. has acquired local competitor Olympus Energy for $1.8 billion. The deal, which officially closed last week, consolidates EQT’s control over regional natural gas deposits at a time of rising demand. “This strategic transaction strengthens our position as the leading natural gas producer in the...
Turkey-raising ceases at Pounds Turkey Farm in Allegheny Township, market remains open
There are fewer mouths to feed this summer at Pounds Turkey Farm in Allegheny Township. About 3,000 fewer, as owners Tim, Beverly and Rick Pounds announced Tuesday their long-lamented decision to cease raising fresh turkeys annually on the family farm that has been in operation since 1935. Beverly Pounds and...
Accessible playground, park project pitched for Arnold
When Devin Moore takes his daughters to parks and playgrounds in the New Kensington area, he finds they struggle with, or can’t use, some or all of the amenities there. And he thinks his isn’t the only family experiencing that. That’s why Moore is pitching an idea to New Kensington...
Former Penn Hills police officer charged in alleged road rage incident
A former Penn Hills police officer has been accused of intentionally spinning out another driver and later resisting arrest in Plum. Dennis Pape, 49, faces misdemeanor charges of recklessly endangering another person, obstructing administration of law or other government and resisting arrest in addition to some summary charges. According to...
Blawnox teen wins full-ride Coolidge Scholarship, only 5 in nation awarded
A rising senior at Fox Chapel Area High School just got a major boost on her career path. Ulyana Kubini, of Blawnox, earned the prestigious Coolidge Scholarship — a full presidential scholarship that covers four years of tuition, room, board and expenses. It can be used to pursue undergraduate studies...
The Stroller, July 8, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Police investigating deadly shooting in Penn Hills
Allegheny County Police are investigating a deadly shooting in Penn Hills that left one man dead just after 6 p.m. Monday. At the 11000 block of Frankstown Road, police said they found one adult male shot, who was later pronounced dead at an area hospital. Preliminary investigations indicate that the...
Upper Burrell police contract includes 4% pay hikes
Upper Burrell police officers have a new five-year contract that includes a 4% increase in hourly wages annually. The collective bargaining agreement, between the township and the Wage and Policy Committee of the Upper Burrell police department, takes effect Jan. 1, 2026 and expires Dec. 31, 2030. “I’m happy with...
New Fox Chapel pickleball courts come with new rules
Pickleball players on the recently opened public courts at Fox Chapel’s McCahill Park have some fair-play rules to follow. Regulations include no reservations and no saving courts, which are available on a first-come-first-served basis. If other players are waiting, games should end at 11 points (waiving the customary rule of...
Prospect Cemetery to honor Civil War soldiers buried in Brackenridge
Harrison resident Eric Schmitt was well aware of his family’s unique lineage growing up. The 55-year-old is a descendent of two Civil War soldiers: one who fought for the Union and its desire to abolish slavery and one who stood with the Confederate Army and its hope to expand slavery...
West Tarentum’s Summit Hose earns nod from state for commitment to fire training
Summit Hose Company in West Tarentum was named by the state to an elite list for its commitment to training. The Participating Department Recognition Program lauds departments for ongoing education. Of the 2,400 fire departments in the state, about 200 — or 8% — are recognized. There are four state...
The Stroller, July 7, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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As Buffalo Township considers limits to public comment, many neighbors already have rules in place
At a recent special meeting, Buffalo Township Supervisors began consideration of a resolution that would place limits on public comment at meetings. But as the officials mull the potential new rules, many neighboring governments already abide by similar regulations. The resolution, which was tabled at an unusual morning meeting late...
‘Pittsburgh’s hidden gem’: Allegheny Islands provide escape in the river
For Jack Lachendro, you don’t have to go far from Downtown Pittsburgh to feel like you’re “truly in nature.” In fact, you need to head only 14 miles up the Allegheny River, said Lachendro, the environmental education specialist at Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). There, visitors will...
The Stroller, July 6, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Television crew to scout South Buffalo site for new Apple TV+ series
A film crew for the Apple TV+ series “Parallax” is set to scout an area of South Buffalo along the Allegheny River on Monday for the new crime thriller. Some residents in the small Clinton neighborhood of South Buffalo received flyers from the crew informing them a technical scouting group...
Apollo’s new Independence Day celebration welcomed by residents missing community events
A day late was not a dollar short when it came to Apollo’s Independence Day celebration Saturday. While some were wondering why they’d have to wait until Sunday night for fireworks, many were thrilled that the effort was made to bring a community celebration back to the borough. Held the...
There’s just 1 Relay for Life left in the Alle-Kiski Valley, but cancer fundraising goes on
Jim Larko was an active participant in the Highlands Relay for Life for 17 years. The event, the Natrona Heights resident said, served as a remembrance for all the people he’s lost to cancer. “My wife and I first got involved with the Relay when a close friend of ours...
Lincoln Beach residents, past and present, celebrate 100th anniversary with fellowship, faith and family
Carolyn Lowe left Lincoln Beach a half-century ago. But the Beach never left her. Born in her grandmother’s house in the Upper Burrell neighborhood, a segregated community that a real estate entrepreneur founded in 1925, the Black Westmoreland County native excelled in her academic studies from a very young age....
The Stroller, July 5, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Proposed land development ordinance to boost review fees
Developers proposing big projects and property owners looking to subdivide their land may have to pay more to have the Westmoreland County planning and development department review their plans. The proposed subdivision and land development ordinance that the Westmoreland County commissioners will consider approving July 31 would include raising fees...
The Stroller, July 4, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Plum, Oakmont to use $100K USGA investment for outdoor projects
Three weeks after the U.S. Open, Plum and Oakmont officials say they’re preparing to invest donations from the USGA into borough green spaces. As part of a million-dollar investment in the region, the two boroughs each received $100,000 to “support green spaces and promote outdoor recreation,” according to USGA Director...
