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Kiski Area youth wrestler earns spot on Team USA, inspires younger brother
Kiski Area’s Mario Hutcherson, 15, is headed to El Salvador to compete for Team USA at the Pan-American Wrestling Championships on June 11-16. Hutcherson earned his spot on the team by winning the U.S. Open in the 15U 75 kg division April 28 in Las Vegas. Hutcherson put on a dominant display, defeating Parker Casey in finals, 13-2, clinching back-to-back U.S. Open titles.
Police: Parker Man Struck by Vehicle Retaliates with Axe During Altercation
PARKER, Pa. (EYT) — State Police in Butler have released the details of a fight between local residents in which a man was purposely struck by a vehicle. According to a report released on Thursday, May 2, PSP Butler investigated an incident that occurred in the 500 block of Washington Street in Parker, Armstrong County, around 5:55 p.m. on February 19.
Firefighter, Navy Veteran Gets Jail Time For Multiple PA Arsons: DA
A US Navy Veteran and now-former firefighter has been sentenced for starting four fires, Westmoreland County District Attorney Nicole W. Ziccarelli announced on May 1. Andrew Bischof, 21 of Arnold, pleaded guilty to all arson charges, including aggravated arson, risking catastrophe, and crimin…
Rabkin Gardens is Tarentum's hidden gem
When Michael Rabkin purchased the 1890s 2nd Ward Public School Building in Tarentum to house his medical practice, the view was less than inspiring. “There was a hideous termite-infested shack that my office overlooked,” said Rabkin, a Brooklyn native and retired skin pathologist. “I figured I could spend the...
Nothing can be done about Pittsburgh-area hoarder house, leaders say
PLUM, Pa. (KDKA) — A hoarding situation has escaped the walls of a home in Plum Borough, spilling outside for the whole neighborhood to see. Various items have been piling up on the property of the homeowner on Shelbourne Drive in Plum"The property is an absolute mess," neighbor Tom DeMarco said.The front door of the home is blocked with items and the driveway is filled all the way out to the road with items that include chairs, carpet rolls, a busted TV and an exercise bike. "It's an eyesore," neighbor Debbie Wilson said. "Disgusting to look at. I keep the front blinds...
'The perfect storm': Mother and daughters together on the softball field for Oakmont
In past years, getting quality time with her daughters in the spring was a challenge for Oakmont Regional softball coach Katrina Bunting. Now, the equation is a bit simpler, as Bunting's daughters are both on the field with her. Rachel Sinclair, a 2019 Oakmont grad, has joined her mother as an assistant coach and Sophie Gaidanowicz is playing for her big sister and mom as a senior on the team. It’s truly a family affair for Oakmont...
Low-Interest Loans for Multiple Southeastern Pennsylvania Counties After Flooding
People and businesses with property damage from last month’s flooding will be able to get low-interest loans from the SBA. The program covers homeowners, renters, private non-profits, and businesses in multiple counties around Southeastern PA
Vandergrift woman to serve probation for theft from roommate
A Vandergrift woman was ordered to serve five years on probation for her role in the theft of more than $30,000 from a roommate over a two-year period that ended in April 2022. Rebecca Lynn Hubert, 56, pleaded guilty to charges of theft and receiving stolen property as part of...
Tarentum man gets probation for 145-mph Route 28 crash that killed best friend
A Tarentum man who claimed that a heart condition caused him to pass out and hit 145 mph before he crashed his sports car on Route 28, killing his passenger, was sentenced Monday to five years of probation. Frederick Fattman, 79, could have been sentenced to incarceration, but Allegheny County...
Gateway school board considers event to mark the opening of new school
Gateway school board members are planning a fundraising event to mark the opening of the updated $35 million middle school in Monroeville. Board President Robin Mungo suggested that the district hold a fundraising event to celebrate the school, which is set to reopen at the start of the 2024-25 academic year. She envisioned it could be a black-tie event, where a donor could buy a brick engraved with their name and year they graduated for a low wall outside the school.
Zane Pacek's 7-foot frame comes with equally big talent
SAXONBURG, Pa. (KDKA) - The WPIAL baseball season is nearing its end, but one player in southwestern Butler County is just starting his journey, and you might say he has a high ceiling.Sophomore pitcher Zane Pacek is a big part of the Knoch baseball team. At 7 feet, he towers over teammates and opponents."You'll hear stuff in the dugout whenever you're pitching just like, 'Oh, how's the weather up there?' or, 'Oh, there's a giant on the mound,' but in the line, after they'll be like, 'Dude, you're so tall, like holy cow, he's huge!'" Pacek said.Luckily for Zane, he's...
Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute opening seventh wig salon for cancer patients
MONROEVILLE (KDKA) - For patients battling cancer, it is the biggest fight of their lives and part of that fight often is hair loss. Today, the Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute will open its seventh wig salon to help those dealing with hair loss or thinning hair as a result of their treatments.
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