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Rep. Joanna McClinton: Federal bill invests in Pa.; state legislative leaders need to do the same
After four years of false starts and one year of hard work and compromise, there’s finally a federal bill that mirrors what we’ve been fighting for here in Pennsylvania. A bill that brings real money to our communities and creates jobs that cannot be outsourced. It includes investments to connect...
Penn State freshman QB Christian Veilleux shines in his debut vs. Rutgers
UNIVERSITY PARK — As late as Friday night ahead of Penn State football’s Saturday noon matchup with Rutgers, James Franklin didn’t know who his starting quarterback would be. The Nittany Lions were dealing with a team-wide sickness, and he thought there was a good chance the team would’ve had to...
Steelers vs. Chargers: What they’re saying in Los Angeles after win
Blown coverage. Blown calls Blown chances. Wait, that’s the storyline of the Pittsburgh Steelers in a 41-37 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Here’s what the writers in California had to say about the wild ending and victory for the boys in powder blue. “The Steelers scored 27 points in...
Letter to the editor: Biden’s blunders
Dear Mr. President, I’d like to address a couple of blunders you made recently. First, the news about the U.S. and China working together to combat climate change. I seriously hope you don’t trust China to hold up its end of the bargain. If you do, I have a bridge...
In brief: Query Club, holiday events and more around Sewickley
Query Club All meetings take place in the Community Room of the Sewickley Public Library from 7-9 p.m. The Nov. 29 meeting will feature host Lynne Schneider and speakers George Craig (Pony Express) and Linda Zang (Cahokia: America’s First City). Cochran Hose Company holiday events Santa at the Station will...
In brief: Collecting clothing for Torrance State Hospital patients
PALS to meet Plum Area Ladies Society (PALS) will hold its monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 1 in the Plum Community Center, 499 Center-New Texas Road. Members are asked to bring a $15 wrapped gift for the gift exchange and cookies for refreshments. Punch will be served. For their...
In brief: Collecting clothing for Torrance State Hospital patients
PALS to meet Plum Area Ladies Society (PALS) will hold its monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at Plum Community Center at 499 Center-New Texas Road. Members are asked to bring a $15 wrapped gift for the gift exchange, and cookies for refreshments. Punch will be served. For their...
In brief: Virtual paint and sip, chamber holiday luncheon and more in Bridgeville area
Career moves Alka Patel of Collier was named vice president of government and external affairs for Comcast’s Keystone Region, which comprises western, central and northeastern Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio, northern West Virginia and the Maryland panhandle. Patel leads a team responsible for engaging with the region’s local, state and federal government...
In brief: Harmony Singers Christmas show, Art Guild meeting and more in Bethel Park
Lifetime Achievement Award Long-time South Park resident and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realtor Lori Maffeo was recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award, which is presented by the Realtors Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh and given to agents with 25 years in the real estate industry. While 25 years is quite a milestone...
Letter to the editor: Thanks to Doyle for supporting infrastructure bill
I want to thank U.S. Rep. Mike Doyle, D-Forest Hills, for his vote in support of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and support of President Biden’s economic recovery plans. As our community emerges stronger on the other side of the covid-19 pandemic, Southwestern Pennsylvania needs and deserves an...
Editorial: Westmoreland County needs to rein in spending
The Westmoreland County commissioners have a preliminary budget on the table. The proposed $365.5 million spending plan for 2022 does not raise property taxes above the 21.49 mills where they stand now. That can be a good thing. What isn’t? A disturbing trend of spending money the county isn’t making....
The Stroller, Nov. 22, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your club meetings, community events and fundraisers for free in The Stroller. Send information at least a week in advance to vndnews@triblive.com. Please include a daytime telephone number. Gingerbread houses wanted to complete holiday train display New Kensington Recreation Committee will set up a model train display for the...
Letter to the editor: Fire department woes
In response to the unprincipled and disrespectful statements made by Hempfield supervisors and the Hempfield Fire Department chief in the article ”Hempfield officials working to improve response of West Point’s volunteer firefighters” (Nov. 4, TribLIVE): Nice attempt by them to look good in the community. We volunteers are told to...
Trib seeks applicants for 2022 journalism scholarship program
Trib Total Media is looking for aspiring journalists to apply for its Journalism Scholarship Program. “Through this program, we hope to encourage, develop and inspire the next generation of promising young journalists,” said Jennifer Bertetto, Trib Total Media president and CEO. Trib Total Media’s Journalism Scholarship Program began in 2019...
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of Nov. 22
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of Nov. 22....
Editorial cartoons for the week of Nov. 22
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In brief: Making Christmas bright
A drive-thru Toys for Tots collection event is set for 6-8 p.m. Dec. 8. Students and staff of the Plum Borough School District and other volunteers will collect new, unwrapped toys in the Plum Senior High School bus lot, 900 Elicker Road. The event is being held in collaboration with...
In brief: Advent Soup Supper is back at Hampton church
Soup’s on Hampton Presbyterian Church’s annual tradition is back. On Nov. 28 at 5 p.m., HPC prepares for the coming of the Christ child with the Advent Soup Supper held on the first day of Advent each year. Guests are asked to bring a slow cooker of soup and two...
In brief: A note from the big guy
Choral students offer letters from Santa Pine Richland High School choral students are offering Letters from Santa to children of all ages. For a $5 donation, the choral students will personalize a letter from Santa for the child. For more information or to order a Letter from Santa, email Santa’s...
Pine-Richland School District earns ‘Excellence Award’
The Mid-Atlantic Alliance for Performance Excellence (MAAPE) program has named Pine-Richland School District a 2021 Excellence Award recipient. The Excellence Award is the alliance’s highest award level. “Notably, Pine-Richland School District will be only the seventh organization to earn the Excellence Award in the past 15 years and the first...
Pitt men’s soccer advances to Sweet 16
Pitt men’s soccer took another step forward in its quest to return to the College Cup on Sunday. The fifth-seeded Panthers scored a 5-2 victory over Northern Illinois in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Ambrose Urbanic Field in Oakland. Pitt (12-5-1), which reached the NCAA semifinals College...
High school sports schedules for Nov. 22, 2021
High schools Football WPIAL playoffs Class 5A Finals Saturday’s schedule Moon (12-0) vs. Penn-Trafford (10-2) at Heinz Field, 6 p.m. Class 4A Finals Saturday’s schedule Aliquippa (10-1) vs. Belle Vernon (10-0) at Heinz Field, 3 p.m. Class 3A Finals Saturday’s schedule Central Valley (12-0) vs. North Catholic (12-0) at Heinz...
Penn State coach James Franklin willing to talk Tuesday about futureVideo
STATE COLLEGE — Penn State coach James Franklin declined to discuss a report from earlier this week that he told The State College Quarterback Club he wasn’t leaving the university when he was asked after Saturday’s 28-0 win over Rutgers. “I’d like to right now talk about Rutgers,” Franklin said...
Feigel embracing larger role for North Hills hockey
Alec Feigel is always looking for a good shot. That holds true if there’s a hockey stick in his hands, a lacrosse stick, or a camera. Feigel, a junior for the North Hills hockey team, is off to a strong start in the 2021-22 season. Through the Indians’ game against...
North Hills football season defined by close games
The North Hills football team was able to welcome back full capacity crowds at Martorelli Stadium this fall. And they definitely gave the red-and-white-clad faithful their money’s worth. The Indians finished the year with a 7-4 record, going 4-1 in Class 5A’s Northeast Conference and splitting the conference title with...
