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You've been 'Thunderstruck': High school senior's band performance goes viral

PITTSBURGH — A high school senior gained viral fame after a video of her playing "Thunderstruck" by AC/DC on mallet percussion in her marching band last year was reposted on social media last week, amassing millions of views. "He sent me the link, and it had, like, already 6...

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d
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Beaver County Times' top performances from Round 1 of WPIAL football playoffs

Throughout the 2026 high school football season, the Beaver County Times will recognize high school football players across the Beaver Valley for their impressive performances each week. There were many great performances on Friday, Nov. 6, and here are some of the best efforts from the first week of the WPIAL high school football playoffs. James Armstrong, Hopewell Armstrong finished with four total touchdowns, going 9-for-15 through the air for 167 yards and an additional 65 on the ground in the team’s 62-7 win over Mt. Pleasant. Brody Rock, Hopewell Rock finished with two touchdowns, rushing six times for 171 yards while also snagging a 19-yard touchdown pass in the win over Mt. Pleasant. Tamar Tisdale, Hopewell Tisdale had eight carries for 62 yards and two touchdowns against Mt. Pleasant. Avery Bokor, Hopewell Bokor led all receivers with five receptions for 117 yards and two touchdowns against Mt. Pleasant. Required Reading: Trio of Beaver Valley teams roll to WPIAL football first round playoff wins Required Reading: Sewickley Academy captures fifth WPIAL girls soccer title in program history Required Reading: WPIAL high school football playoffs Beaver Valley predictions Mason Bryan, West Allegheny Bryan had three total touchdowns, going 8-for-14 through the

Beaver County, PA · 3d

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Pennsylvania playoff rematch headlines Friday’s Game of the Week

Grove City meets Sharon for the opportunity to play for the District championship next week.

Grove City, PA · 1d

Pitt News

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Opinion | One grade shouldn’t be everything

I hope everyone enjoyed Halloween, because as soon as the clock struck midnight on Nov. 1, finals season began. I have countless presentations and readings to finish, and an exam worth most of my grade is approaching quickly. Even though I’ve attended class and completed every assignment, one test could still ruin everything.

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d
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Beaver Valley WPIAL high school football quarterfinal schedule

After one week of the WPIAL high school football playoffs, the Beaver Valley field has been narrowed to five teams and this week those programs look to take one step closer to playing for a WPIAL championship at Acrisure Stadium. The quarterfinals are on the horizon with a rematch of last year’s WPIAL 2A semifinals, along with two Beaver County teams in 3A in action both aiming to get wins to set up an all-Beaver County semifinal matchup. Here is a look at this week’s Beaver Valley high school football quarterfinal slate. Required Reading: OLSH falls to Bentworth for third straight season in WPIAL championship Required Reading: Quaker Valley falls in extra time to Belle Vernon in WPIAL 2A championship Required Reading: Sewickley Academy captures fifth WPIAL girls soccer title in program history Beaver Valley WPIAL High School Football Quarterfinal Schedule (5A) No. 5 West Allegheny at No. 4 North Hills (3A) No. 6 North Catholic vs. No. 3 Hopewell at Chartiers Valley (3A) No. 7 Aliquippa vs. No. 2 Propel Braddock Hills at Deer Lakes (2A) No. 5 Western Beaver vs. No. 4 Steel Valley at Fox Chapel (2A) No. 9 Beaver Falls at No. 1 Bishop Canevin at

Beaver County, PA · 12h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Oakland Catholic defeats Greensburg Salem for WPIAL Class 4A volleyball title

Oakland Catholic won its first WPIAL title in program history as the Eagles defeated Greensburg Salem in straight sets (25-14, 25-23, 25-20) in the WPIAL Class 4A finals at Peters Township. “I’m so proud,” coach Jenna Potts said. “They had such a great game, just energy wise, supporting each other....

Greensburg, PA · 3d

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Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors Hold Regular Meeting

The Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors held its regular meeting on Nov 9 at 7 p.m. This meeting followed a Nov 4 Public Hearing to discuss a three-building configuration option as a means to reduce the district’s debt and stress on the fund balance in the days to come as well as into the future.

Ellwood City, PA · 17h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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New director at helm of Shaler Area High School’s fall play, ‘Almost, Maine’

After 16 years, Shaler Area High School has a new play director. Anne Loudon has passed the director’s torch to Japanese teacher Steve Balsomico. Loudon made the difficult decision to step down from the role mainly because she wanted more free time. “The play wasn’t just a couple-month commitment....

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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North Side parents weigh school culture, student transitions under Pittsburgh Public Schools plan

North Side parents raised concerns about school culture, leadership, student transitions, curriculum and facilities during a public session about Pittsburgh Public Schools’ proposed school closures and realignment. City school administrators held their third regional update meeting Thursday at Allegheny Traditional Academy, to hear feedback and provide details on its...

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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From Arizona to Pennsylvania: Kouvelas finds home

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Westminster College is located in the small town of New Wilmington, where many students come from nearby communities, often just minutes or a couple of hours away. However, some students travel much farther to call Westminster home. One of those students is freshman Vasilis Kouvelas, who made the journey from Anthem, Arizona, to Pennsylvania.

New Wilmington, PA · 1d

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Pittsburgh area schools respond to SNAP cuts by opening more food pantries

Every week, Danielle Gill spends hours in the resource room and food pantry at Pittsburgh Arlington K-8. She packs emergency food boxes, washes students’ clothes and stocks shelves with donations. Gill, the community school site manager at Arlington, said she wants students to come to school feeling confident and...

Pittsburgh, PA · 12h

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Mercer County titans collide in District Semifinal showdown

Greenville and Sharpsville will meet on Saturday with the opportunity to move onto the District championship.

Sharpsville, PA · 9h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Quaker Valley School Board member recognized for years of service by state association

A Quaker Valley School Board member was recently recognized for his years of service by a state nonprofit. Stratton Nash has been added to the Pennsylvania School Boards Association’s Honor Roll for his five years of service to the district. Association officials recognize school directors when they cross the...

Sewickley, PA · 1d

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Get out your walking shoes: Scooters are banned on campus

Pitt-Greensburg, along with other Pitt campuses, has banned e-scooters, as well as all recreational vehicles with lithium-ion or lithium-polymer batteries. “The e-scooter ban basically supports safety,” Dr. Leigh Hoffman, Pitt-Greensburg’s dean of Student Life and Success, says. “And it aligns with Pennsylvania law.”. Pennsylvania state law prohibits...

Greensburg, PA · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Penn-Trafford High School soccer teams raise nearly $4K in honor of slain PennWest student

Sixth grader Quinn McIntosh (left), her sister Morgan McIntosh, an eighth grader, and Elijah Bell, a sixth grader, pick a plastic animal for “Chuck-A-Duck” during the Penn-Trafford girls junior varsity soccer game Oct. 5. Money raised from the Chuck-A-Duck game, a basket raffle, 50/50 and proceeds from concessions from girls JV and varsity games, as well as the boys games Oct. 8, will go to a GoFundMe created in honor of PennWest California student and soccer player Karoline Heintz. (Kristina Serafini | TribLive)

Trafford, PA · 1d

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FROM ROOKIE TO RECRUIT: Union Cheerleader Kadin Drake Commits to Thiel College

RIMERSBURG, Pa. (EYT) — Kadin Drake began his cheerleading career last school year, but it has taken little time for the Union High School senior to earn an opportunity to continue his athletic career at the college level. He recently verbally committed to continue his academic and athletic career...

Greenville, PA · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Trib HSSN high school football team of the week for 2026 playoffs Week 1

Trib HSSN football team of the week – Armstrong River Hawks. Coach – Frank Fabian (15th season, three at Kittanning and 12 at Armstrong) Record – Finished in fourth place in Class 5A Northeast Conference, 6-5 overall. #Earned – This is the 12th season of Armstrong football...

Kittanning, PA · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Westmoreland County high school notebook: Franklin Regional, Norwin standouts earn all-state honors

Norwin's Ryan Schoemer celebrates after scoring against Fox Chapel on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, at Yough. (Christopher Horner | TribLive) Two boys soccer players from Westmoreland County made the Western Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association all-state list. Senior defender Thomas Bridges of Franklin Regional and senior forward Ryan Schoemer of Norwin...

Westmoreland County, PA · 1d

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Westmoreland Friday Night Lights - Week Eleven

Belle Vernon Area 35 Shady Side Academy 8 - WATCH LIVE. Despite trailing after the first quarter, homestanding Belle Vernon Area scored five unanswered touchdowns in a 35-8 triumph against Shady Side Academy in the Class 3A first round. Chace Petrosky registered 89 yards and three scores on 13 carries, and also notched an interception on defense for the No. 4 Leopards (10-1). Jace Gedekoh and David Bergstedt added rushing scores. Maddox Harvey scored the only TD for the No. 13 Bulldogs (5-6), while QB Javon Johnston hit on 8-of-18 passes for 125 yards, with two interceptions. BVA advances to the quarterfinals and will face conference rival and fifth-seeded Elizabeth Forward.

Westmoreland County, PA · 3d