Valley News Dispatch category, Page 200
Judge overturns citations issued to ex-Fawn supervisor accused of harassing officer at his new job
A former Fawn supervisor who was found guilty in October of harassing a police officer in Armstrong County and following his vehicle too closely has had both convictions overturned. David A. Montanari, 64, of the 1600 block of Bull Creek Road in Fawn was issued a citation by Manor Township...
The Stroller, Dec. 20, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Home for the holidays carries different meaning for Rustic Ridge residents this year
Rick Napoleon’s home felt so much bigger before it was gone. A steel beam crossing the width of the foundation was the only thing above Napoleon’s head as he recently stood in what had been the garage and basement of his family’s home of 18 years. The rest of the...
Tough luck? Harmar beer distributor sells another big lottery ticket as store preps to close in a few weeks
A Harmar beer distributor has recently become the jackpot for big-winning lottery tickets — but buy those tickets while you still can. Willy’s Beer and Beverage on Freeport Road sold a jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket on Saturday, Dec. 16, lottery officials announced Monday. The drawing...
Finished, at last: 2 southbound lanes open on Route 28 near the Highland Park Bridge
Southbound Route 28 is now fully open at the Highland Park Bridge interchange, PennDOT announced Wednesday. That means that at least two lanes of traffic can travel uninterrupted from Kittanning to Pittsburgh. The ramp from Virginia Avenue Extension to southbound Route 28 also has reopened. PennDOT officials said the new...
Plum man who died in Parkway East crash remembered for generosity, baking skills
Ronald Richards made “the best lady locks around,” said Sean Hartley, whose family owns the Shop ’n Save on Golden Mile Highway in Plum. “He was making them for Christmas even this week. I saw him on Saturday at the store,” Hartley said. Hartley hired Richards to manage his store’s...
Lower Burrell police accuse man of passing bogus $100 bills
Lower Burrell Police accused a Philadelphia man of using bogus $100 bills at four Sheetz locations and a liquor store in the Alle-Kiski Valley. Quidare Carl Daily, 27, was charged with seven felony counts of forgery and seven counts of theft by deception. He was released on a $100,000 unsecured...
Leechburg Area solicitor vote sparks clash among new school board members
Several Leechburg Area School District school board members are criticizing school board president Ashley Coudriet for what they claim is a lack of transparency surrounding a recent vote to appoint an interim solicitor. In a 6-3 vote Dec. 6, the board appointed a new interim solicitor, Gary J. Matta, to...
The Stroller, Dec. 19, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Plum High School prepares for annual Make-A-Wish telethon
For more than 20 years, students in the Plum School District have staged a telethon benefiting Make-A-Wish. After collecting about $57,500 last year and topping a lifetime collection of $1 million in 2021, they’re anticipating collecting less this year, said Rick Berrott, a TV production teacher and co-sponsor of the...
Tarentum taxes hold steady; utility costs climb
The good news for Tarentum residents is that property taxes will remain the same for the 20th consecutive year. The bad news is utility costs are going up. That includes garbage, water and electricity. Councilwoman Carrie Fox said the increases mostly are because of rising supply costs and contractual obligations...
Burger King to reopen in Harrison
Anyone craving a Whopper soon will be able to have it their way again — and in a familiar Harrison location. Burger King at 1509 Freeport Road, in the heart of the Natrona Heights business corridor, is opening in the same location that formerly operated as a Home of the...
Tradition of Christmas caroling alive and well in Western Pennsylvania communities
When Jena Arcuri, Michael Sawhook and Kris Choltco were brainstorming fun family ideas for the holidays in their New Kensington neighborhood last year, they realized some of the neighborhood children likely have never participated in one specific time-honored holiday tradition. “We thought it would be cool to get them to...
Lower Burrell recognizes outgoing treasurer and controller
Lower Burrell said farewell to two elected officials who, collectively, have served more than 50 years in office. This month’s council meeting was the last for City Controller Tony Farina and Treasurer Brian Eshbaugh. Eshbaugh, 62, has been an elected official in Lower Burrell for 28 years — 12 years...
The Stroller, Dec. 18, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Dec. 7-13, 2023
Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, the Tribune-Review’s “Scenes from the Valley” photo package brings to life activities and moments happening in your backyard. To have a photo considered as a “Scenes from the Valley” candidate,...
Faces of the Valley: Brackenridge’s Carter Anderson goes for the gold in powerlifting competitions
Highlands junior Carter Anderson admits he was a bit nervous stepping into the arena at the Villanova Fall Festival, a three-day competition that is the largest student-run Special Olympics event in the world. The 17-year-old vied for the powerlifting title in his 120-pound weight class in three categories — dead...
Remember When: Tarentum YMCA was gift to borough from Pittsburgh Plate Glass founder
Anyone who uses the Tarentum Bridge has seen the large, red brick building at East Seventh Avenue and Ross Street. It’s hard to miss the black panther sign, Gatto Cycle Shop’s logo, painted on its side. But before the Gatto family acquired the building in the late 1980s, it was...
Deer Lakes sisters launch their own business
What started out as a fun thing to enjoy at the beach has evolved into a small business for two West Deer sisters. Juliet and Grace Moore, both Deer Lakes High School students, have started a hair tinsel business. They got the idea from getting it tied to their hair...
Springdale Township taps into reserves to hold taxes steady for 2024
Springdale Township’s commissioners Thursday approved a 2024 spending plan that includes no tax increase for property owners but taps into the township’s reserves for it to be balanced. The budget anticipates $2.3 million in expenses, but only $1.7 million in revenue. Township savings will cover the roughly $600,000 deficit, said...
State Rep. Mandy Steele opening Tarentum office
Alle-Kiski Valley residents who need help with income taxes, state-issued licenses or notary services will have a one-stop shop in Tarentum. State Rep. Mandy Steele, D-Fox Chapel, is opening a satellite office along Corbet Street in an effort to be more accessible to residents. The office will be inside the...
The Stroller, Dec. 17, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Cheswick’s sewage, garbage rates will increase in 2024
Cheswick property owners will see an increase in their garbage and sewer rates next year. Cheswick Council approved the borough’s 2024 budget, which holds the line on taxes but increases sewage and refuse rates. The budget totals nearly $2.77 million. About $1.55 million is allotted for the borough’s general fund,...
‘My husband just shot me,’ wounded Springdale woman tells 911
The 911 call Friday from a Springdale Township home was chilling: A woman named Judy described how her husband had shot her in the stomach then put the gun under his chin and pulled the trigger, according to court papers. “My husband just shot me,” Judy told the operator. “He’s...
The Stroller, Dec. 16, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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