Morning Roundup: Schenley Skating Rink to reopen this season; possible snow in forecast

Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Monday, Nov. 18:

Schenley Skating Rink to reopen this season

The ice skating rink in Pittsburgh’s Schenley Park is expected to reopen this season after delays in installing a new chiller system kept the rink closed last winter.

The rink is set to open Tuesday.

Tickets can be purchased on-site or online. Costs range from $3 for kids 17 and under to $5 for adults. Veterans and seniors pay $4. The rink also offers skate rentals for $3 or skate sharpening for $5.

On Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. till 8 p.m., one child can skate free with a paying adult during family skate time.

Special events scheduled at the rink this season include a skate with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 15, a mascot skate on Saturday, Jan 25, an adults-only disco night on Saturday, Feb. 1 and a Valentine’s Day celebration.

The skating rink will mark its 50th anniversary next year.

Let’s Skate #Pittsburgh!

The Schenley Park Skating Rink OPENS for the 2024-25 Season on Tuesday, November 19, 2024!

Check out all of this Skating Season’s Fun and get your on-line tickets here: https://t.co/CkdzZMHItA pic.twitter.com/ijeDyjY52P

— CitiParks: Pittsburgh Parks & Recreation (@CitiParks) November 15, 2024

Man in critical condition after shooting in Aliquippa

A man is in critical condition after being shot in Aliquippa Sunday evening.

Aliquippa police said officers responded to 400 Superior Avenue at the Valley Terrace B Building around 9 p.m. for reports of a 25-year-old-man who was shot in the chest.

Officers found a man who had been shot in the back. The bullet exited out of his chest, police said.

First responders rendered aid until the victim, who police have not identified, was flown to Allegheny General Hospital.

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the incident. Anyone with information is asked to call the Pennsylvania State Police barracks in Beaver.

Pittsburgh region could see 1st snow of the season soon

The National Weather Service predicted that some of the Pittsburgh area could see its first snow of the season this week.

Snowfall is most likely in the ridges, the service said.

The National Weather Service’s Pittsburgh branch said in its online forecast that snow is possible for the region between Thursday and Saturday.

But the National Weather Service in a social media post said it’s “far too early to discuss specifics” on potential snowfall this week.

It's far too early to discuss specifics as we don't have the confidence yet, but the potential for some of our area (especially the ridges) to see its first snow of the season along with gusty wind is increasing this coming week with strong low pressure. pic.twitter.com/RVAHVpXjuf

— NWS Pittsburgh (@NWSPittsburgh) November 17, 2024

Carrots recalled due to E. coli outbreak

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention linked a multi-state E. coli outbreak to organic carrots.

The recalled carrots, sold by Grimmway Farms, include baby organic carrots and whole organic carrots sold under brands including 365, Bunny Luv, Cal-Organic, Compliments, Full Circle, Good & Gather, GreenWise, Grimmway Farms, Marketside, Nature’s Promise, O-Organic, President’s Choice, Raley’s, Simple Truth, Sprouts, Trader Joe’s, Wegmans and Wholesome Pantry.

Thirty-nine E. coli cases across 18 states have been linked to the carrots, according to the CDC. One person has died and 15 others have been hospitalized.

One case has been reported in Pennsylvania, according to the CDC.

CDC officials urged people to check their fridges and freezers for recalled carrots. Anyone who has recalled carrots should throw them away and wash and surfaces that have touched the carrots.

Most people infected with E. coli experience severe stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting. Symptoms typically start three or four days after swallowing the bacteria, the CDC said, and most people recover without treatment after five to seven days.

Some people may develop serious kidney problems that would require hospitalization.