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Spotlight: Penn’s Woods Puppet Theater
Early in the 50’s WCAU-TV purchased some old cartoons with broadcast plans. A gentleman named Warren Wright was asked to host the yet unnamed program. But Mr. Wright had a better idea: have the host of the show be a puppet and make him part of the entertainment. Willie the Worm was chosen as MC and his pal, Newton the Mouse ran the projector.
IUP baseball advances to Division II World Series
Steve Kline has been around baseball for a long, long time. The former relief pitcher’s elbow bone spurs are a testament to his longevity on the baseball diamond during 11 seasons with five major league clubs, and before that a lot of years in various loops from Little League to college to Triple-A.
Sophia Mazzoni wins PIAA javelin title, bringing home Derry’s 1st girls state gold medal
SHIPPENSBURG — It didn’t take Derry junior Sophia Mazzoni long to win the Class 2A javelin at the PIAA track and field championships Friday. And, yes, she had to do a little more than just show up and nail a normal throw. She won the school’s first girls...
Trib HSSN baseball team of the week for May 27, 2024
Trib HSSN baseball team of the week: Indiana Little Indians. Coaches: Dan Petroff (first season) Records: Indiana finished in second place with a record of 7-3 in Section 4-4A, and is 13-9 overall. #Earned: Prior to last week, Indiana survived the dreaded No. 8 vs. No. 9 seed game in...
'Wonderettes' brings back song hits of '50s, '60s for Saint Vincent Summer Theatre
A high school prom and reunion, set to a string of popular songs, will unfold on stage for those who purchase tickets for “The Marvelous Wonderettes,” the first production in Saint Vincent Summer Theatre’s upcoming season. This season marks Greggory Brandt’s 10th as producing artistic director of...
'I was due.' Caitlin Clark's late 3s lead Indiana Fever to first win, ease pressure a bit
LOS ANGELES — Caitlin Clark has unparalleled confidence in her shot. Every shot she takes, she believes is going in — no matter how off-kilter it could potentially be. It could be a crazy mindset for the Indiana Fever rookie. Or it could be something that keeps her prepared for any possible moment.
One person killed, another injured in overnight fire in Bolivar Borough
BOLIVAR BOROUGH, Pa. (KDKA) -- One person is dead and another was injured in an overnight fire in Bolivar Borough, Westmoreland County. The fire broke out along McKinley Street around 1:30 a.m., according to dispatchers.Dispatchers also tell KDKA that the person who was injured suffered burns and was flown by medical helicopter to the hospital. It's unclear how extensive their burn injuries are.According to the Westmoreland County Coroner, 84-year-old Joanna Policichio was identified as the victim in this fire.Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the cause of the fire.
Burrell students benefit from hands-on look at job experiences, careers
Entering his senior year at Burrell High School last fall, Cameron Wagner was dead set on pursuing a career in architecture. Thanks to a new senior seminar course at the high school, Wagner, 18, was able to meet the district’s architect to see what the profession is really like.
Franklin Regional grad Michael Wareham helps Gannon men's golf win regional title, seeks individual win
Golf can be a stressful game. It requires perfection in almost every facet, and the slightest misstep can send the ball off in an unintended direction. Franklin Regional grad Michael Wareham, however, said he finds sanctuary on the golf course. Sure, the tournaments he plays with his Gannon teammates are fraught with pressure, but golf offers him relief from stress, particularly during practice times.
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