Valley News Dispatch category, Page 528
Allegheny Township’s Bob Key, accomplished attorney and businessman, was avid pilot who bred champion horses
Bob Key was no stranger to travel and adventure. His pursuits took him to six continents, but he always returned to his hometown roots in the Alle-Kiski Valley. Robert “Bob” J. Key died at his home in Allegheny Township on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021. He was 87. Up until his death,...
New Kensington-Arnold looks to avoid ‘significant’ tax increase in preliminary budget
The New Kensington-Arnold School District is going forward with a preliminary 2021-22 budget carrying a 6.8% property tax increase despite Gov. Tom Wolf’s budget proposal that boost funding for public schools. Wolf released his budget proposal Tuesday. It contains nearly $2 billion extra for schools — a more than 20%...
3 taken to hospital after fire at New Kensington’s Parnassus Manor
Three residents of New Kensington’s Parnassus Manor were taken to the hospital Wednesday afternoon after a fire forced the evacuation of the seven-story apartment building. New Kensington Fire Chief Ed Saliba Jr. said the fire was reported around 3:20 p.m. It started in the kitchen of a second-floor apartment. The...
Police: Missing girl found in Tarentum said men forced her to drink, use drugs, have sex
A missing girl found in a car with three men during a traffic stop Sunday night in Tarentum told police the men had forced her to use drugs, drink alcohol and have sex with them, according to criminal complaints filed against the men. Police said the girl told them she...
Fox Chapel councilwoman lobbies local governments to ban coal tar
Fox Chapel councilwoman Mandy Steele considered it a victory when the borough became the first in the state to ban coal tar, a toxic chemical used to seal asphalt driveways. But she’s not resting with that singular win. “I plan on going in front of all the councils in Allegheny...
The Stroller, Feb. 3, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Stroller is compiling a list of fish fries taking place Ash Wednesday and/or Fridays during Lent. To your non-profit’s fish fry listed in the paper and online, send complete information in writing to Carol Pinto-Smith, Valley News Dispatch, 210 Wood St., Tarentum, PA 15084 or email cpinto-smith@triblive.com. Free food...
Plum elementary student writes his 1st horror book, hopes to make a series
A national writing contest and love of horror has inspired a Holiday Park Elementary student to pen his first book. Josh Ingram, 11, of Plum recently released “Light: A Forgotten Monster.” The self-published book tells a story about a group of juveniles at a sleepover. A friend of the main...
New Kensington garbage hauler promises to work with city following alleged thefts by employees
Following reports of thefts by its employees, New Kensington says the city’s garbage hauler has promised to improve communication with the city and keep it aware of its trucks’ whereabouts. Representatives of city council met with County Hauling last week to discuss performance issues and resident complaints. “It was a...
Longtime member Jeff Stephens takes reins at Blawnox Volunteer Fire Company
As the Blawnox Volunteer Fire Company nears its 100th anniversary, members have elected a new chief — one who has served nearly half of the department’s existence. Jeff Stephens, a 42-year member, was elected in January to a two-year term after longtime head George McBriar retired. “I would like to...
The Stroller, Feb. 2, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Stroller is compiling a list of fish fries taking place Ash Wednesday and/or Fridays during Lent. To your non-profit’s fish fry listed in the paper and online, send complete information in writing to Carol Pinto-Smith, Valley News Dispatch, 210 Wood St., Tarentum, PA 15084 or email cpinto-smith@triblive.com. HOPE Center...
Ex-Plum star, NFL punter Pat McAfee gives Nesbit’s Lanes fundraiser big boost
A GoFundMe effort to help Nesbit’s Lanes in Plum exceeded its $100,000 goal with the help of an athletic alumnus. The page was created Jan. 29 by Verona bowler David Poremba, who heard about how the covid pandemic had caused league games to be canceled and hundreds of players to...
Streets for this year’s Plum paving project announced, contract to be awarded Feb. 8
Plum officials plan to repair more than 20 streets and alleys as part of this year’s paving program. Bids are expected to be opened Thursday and a contract awarded at Monday night’s council meeting. The borough budgeted about $900,000 for paving. Assistant borough manager Dave Soboslay said they were hoping...
Leechburg pizzeria, florist team up for heart-shaped pizzas, flowers for Valentine’s
A Leechburg pizza shop is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day season with heart-shaped pizzas and flowers and stuffed animals on the side. “With the pandemic, we’re thinking outside of the box because a lot of people are not going to be able to go out to dinners, and there...
Leechburg Area adds covid tracker to school district’s website
Leechburg Area School District added a covid case tracker to its website. In a weekly email update to district families Friday, Superintendent Tiffany Nix explained the reason for adding the new link. “This will be much easier for you to access any district information that you may need or want...
Arnold police accuse woman of stabbing man in the back with steak knife
A 36-year-old Arnold woman is accused of stabbing her boyfriend in the back with a steak knife when he tried to leave her apartment last month. Arnold police charged Ch-nelle Elaine Ross with attempted homicide, aggravated assault, child endangerment and drug offenses in connection with the Jan. 19 incident. Ross...
The Stroller, Feb. 1, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Stroller is compiling a list of fish fries taking place Ash Wednesday and/or Fridays during Lent. To your non-profit’s fish fry listed in the paper and online, send complete information in writing to Carol Pinto-Smith, Valley News Dispatch, 210 Wood St., Tarentum, PA 15084 or email cpinto-smith@triblive.com. Coat drive...
Owner of popular 1844 Restaurant willing to wait out pandemic before reopening
A historic rural restaurant remains closed because of the pandemic. 1844 Restaurant, located at 690 Route 66, 3 miles north of Leechburg in Gilpin, closed in March. It is too early to say when it will reopen, said owner/operator Robert Gorelli. Gorelli, 78, said he wants to see widespread covid-19...
West Leechburg Mayor Jim Gallucci figures 40 years of public service is enough
A West Leechburg resident is retiring from public office after serving the borough for 40 years. Jim Gallucci, 72, has served as mayor for 36 years. Prior to being elected, he served on council four years. Long ago, a friend urged him to run for mayor after leading a successful...
Allegheny River group snags $15,000 but needs more to open Armstrong locks
The Armstrong County Commissioners are donating $15,000 of the $100,000-plus needed to pay to open five locks on the Allegheny River in Armstrong County for recreational boaters on summer weekends. The Allegheny River Development Corp., a nonprofit group of boaters and river supporters, contracts with the U.S. Army Corps to...
More food trucks and craft beer on tap for Lower Burrell fire company fundraisers
It’s food trucks galore with Lower Burrell Volunteer Fire Company No. 3 scheduling three themed roundups with up to 16 food trucks and craft beer. The events are set for May 1, July 24 and Oct. 9. Although the pandemic caused Lower Burrell No. 3 and Kinloch (fire company No....
Organizers hope for 1,000 motorcycles for 4th annual Officer Brian Shaw Memorial Scholarship RideVideo
Registration opens Monday for the fourth annual Officer Brian Shaw Memorial Scholarship Ride set for Aug. 21. The ride through the Alle- Kiski Valley benefits a scholarship fund that reimburses graduates from the Allegheny County Police Training Academy. Shaw, a New Kensington police officer, was shot and killed after a traffic...
Training series to honor 4 Hilltop Hose firefighters killed in line of duty 30 years agoVideo
Four Harrison volunteer firefighters were properly equipped, trained and working by the book when they responded to a fire at a Brackenridge business 30 years ago this year. Despite all those things and valiant efforts to save them, Hilltop Hose Lt. Rick Frantz, Chaplain Frank Veri Jr. and firefighters David...
Owner of New Kensington auto glass shop has plans for used car lot
The owner of a New Kensington auto glass business has plans to open a small used car lot. But first, Roy Berg will need special permission from the city. “I’ve always messed with cars. I work on them all day long,” said Berg, of Upper Burrell. “I thought, why not...
The Stroller, Jan. 31, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Stroller is compiling a list of fish fries taking place Ash Wednesday and/or Fridays during Lent. To your non-profit’s fish fry listed in the paper and online, send complete information in writing to Carol Pinto-Smith, Valley News Dispatch, 210 Wood St., Tarentum, PA 15084 or email cpinto-smith@triblive.com. Online open...
Don ‘Pappy’ Boulton was a 2nd dad to players he coached, devoted to family and wife
The covid-19 pandemic separated Donald “Pappy” Boulton from his wife for nearly a year, breaking his heart before claiming his life. An Oakmont native, Boulton, 85, will be remembered across the Alle-Kiski Valley primarily as a football coach who led and motivated young men on the gridiron. In college, he...
