Valley News Dispatch category, Page 61
Visitors expected to fill hotels, rent private homes for U.S. Open in Oakmont
Mark Miller believes his Indiana Township home is a perfect accommodation for people coming to town for the U.S. Open golf tournament in Oakmont next week. Situated about 5 miles from the picturesque golf course, the property boasts an in-ground pool, hot tub, wet bar and gourmet kitchen. It sits...
5th annual PizzaFest celebrates pie artistry at Dough Daddy Brewery in West Deer
If there was only one food left in the world, Ross resident Janet Ramaeckers says it better be pizza. She and her husband, Martin, were among many who would agree with them at the fifth annual PizzaFest, held this year at Dough Daddy Brewery in West Deer. Ramaerckers said they...
New Verona kayak, canoe launch to improve access to river recreation for all, officials and residents say
Anyone who has tried to launch a kayak from a muddy river bank knows it can be difficult. For Lester Bennett of Munhall, who has lived with a spinal cord injury for more than 30 years, it would be impossible. But a new handicapped-accessible public launch on the Allegheny River...
The Stroller, June 1, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Afternoon of fun planned...
Oakmont, Plum look back on history as U.S. Open returns to Oakmont Country Club
Oakmont and Plum have always been able to adapt. After almost 100 years since the first U.S. Open was hosted at Oakmont Country Club in 1927, TribLive looks at the many identities the neighboring boroughs have undertaken to become what they are today. Although Oakmont gave its name to the...
‘We’ll really miss it’: Riverview Relay for Life ends after 25 years, raising $2M for cancer research
The Relay for Life of Riverview has come to an end after a 25-year run in Oakmont, but the battle against cancer continues. Oakmont breast cancer survivor Nancy “Moochie” Donatucci, a longtime organizer for the relay benefitting the American Cancer Society, says she’ll keep up the fight by selling hanging...
American Legion Post 48 holding strong, represents ‘the legacy of Natrona’
For the better half of the last century, you could set a watch by the Sunday morning tradition on Garfield Street in Harrison’s Natrona neighborhood. “Everyone went to 9:30 Mass at St. Joe’s in their white shirt and tie, and then you’d see them all running down the street to...
The Stroller, May 31, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Chancellor outlines vision as Penn State New Kensington, Fayette wind down operations
The regional chancellor for Penn State’s New Kensington, Fayette and Greater Allegheny campuses plans a smooth transition focused on students, faculty and staff as two of those campuses wind down operations in two years. “Through the 2026-27 academic year, we remain fully committed to supporting our students, faculty, staff and...
New Kensington man now faces death penalty if convicted in death of 2-year-old
Attorneys are now hoping to try a death penalty case against a New Kensington man in November as a Westmoreland County judge is keeping a close eye on the progress of the 5-year-old prosecution. Judge Scott Mears directed prosecution and defense attorneys to discuss with their experts the possibility of...
Officials hope to reopen Agan Park soon after monthlong closure
Springdale and Cheswick officials say they’re hoping to reopen Agan Park in the coming weeks after a severe storm last month rendered it unsafe because of downed and hanging trees. The park is an extensive green space along Riddle Run Road in Springdale Township but is jointly managed by Springdale...
Tarentum welcomes police dog, Kilo
It took a while to find the right fit, but Tarentum has its police dog. The borough announced the arrival of Kilo, who is paired with Officer Jeremy Belusar. The team worked their first shift together on Tuesday. “He’s a beautiful dog, and we’re lucky to get him,” Mayor Bob...
East Deer eyeing bandstand for Memorial Park
A new bandstand at East Deer Memorial Park could hold endless possibilities, officials said. Commissioners hope to add the amenity to the Front Street recreation area, giving people even more reason to visit. “We have a mobile stage there now but the goal is to get something nicer, more permanent,”...
Frazer issues dozens more citations against Pittsburgh Mills owners for mall’s condition
It seems the only thing growing faster than the potholes at Pittsburgh Mills mall is the list of citations issued against the shopping center’s owners. Numerous potholes, knee-high grass and inoperable doors are among issues behind a new wave of citations issued by Frazer’s building inspector, Bill Payne. At the...
A-K Valley High school class reunions, May 30, 2025
Publicize your high school’s class reunion for free for free in The Stroller. Send information as soon as possible to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum, PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. • Ken Hi Class of 1959 will...
The Stroller, May 30, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Follow the Stroller on X at @VNDStroller. Strawberry festival planned in...
Solar farm proposals in Buffalo Township generate community pushback
An Atlanta-based company wants to build two solar farms in Buffalo Township, which would be the first in the community. Township supervisors will hold a public hearing next month on whether to grant conditional uses to two entities owned by SolAmerica. Approval would inch the firm closer to installing solar...
Building the Valley: Yesterday’s Kidz offers top-notch resale items in Tarentum
Joyce McElwain said she’s guaranteed to be in a good mood at work. “When I get here and look at these little clothes, I smile,” said McElwain of Arnold. She opened a children’s consignment shop in Tarentum this month with business partner and friend Lisa Marnell of Apollo. Yesterday’s Kidz...
Oakmont zoning board hearing is a nonstarter after series of miscommunications
An Oakmont Zoning Hearing Board public hearing was rescheduled after officials discovered no one had notified the central figure in the situation that the hearing was taking place. The hearing, as advertised in a published legal ad, was scheduled for Thursday at 6 p.m. The zoning hearing board was to...
Butler City Police investigate apparent murder-suicide
Butler City Police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide Thursday. According to a statement released by Butler Police Chief Bob O’Neill, police found a woman and man dead inside a home on Cottage Hill Avenue just before 3:45 p.m. Wednesday when officers responded to a requested welfare check. “The detectives conducted...
Construction of Springdale turf field to begin this week
Springdale Jr.-Sr. High School’s new multipurpose turf field will enter the first stages of its construction this week, according to Allegheny Valley Public Relations Director Jan Zastawniak. Located along Butler Road, across from the school, the field will host the district’s football, soccer and track and field teams starting in...
Arnold man ruled incompetent for trial in 2024 home invasion, rape
An Arnold man was deemed incompetent Thursday to stand trial in an attempted homicide and rape case. Cue Anthony Freckleton, 29, will be sent from the Westmoreland County jail to Torrance State Hospital in Derry Township for treatment in an effort to restore competency, Judge Scott Mears ordered. “The doctor...
New Kensington man arrested for attempted homicide in Pittsburgh
A New Kensington man was arrested Wednesday in connection with a shooting in Pittsburgh’s Hill District last month. Pittsburgh Police spokeswoman Cara Cruz said Justin Boyd was taken into custody in the Parnassus section of New Kensington Wednesday by the Westmoreland County SWAT team and Pittsburgh Police’s Fugitive Apprehension Unit....
Fox Chapel Police Department bike rodeo promotes bicycle safety
Multiple Fox Chapel area families are riding their bicycles a little safer thanks to their borough’s first responders. The police department’s annual bicycle rodeo took place May 17 at the Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church parking lot along Fox Chapel Road. Sgt. Craig Sorg and several other officers handed out helmets,...
Lower Burrell teen wins car at Northern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center
When Bryce Hrivnak graduates from Burrell High School next week, he’ll have a high school diploma and a job lined up as a general contractor with Scott Martin Homes. Oh, and don’t forget the 2011 Ford Escape he won Wednesday at Northern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center in New Kensington....
