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Laurels & lances: Superintendents and cyclones
Laurel: To the next step. First Hempfield Area School District got an architect for the high school renovation. Then it got a project manager. Then it got an owner’s representative. Then it asked for bids, which went way over budget. Then it threw the bids out and went back to the drawing board.
Hundreds of cyclists to hit the road in Pittsburgh to raise money for cancer research
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Hundreds of bikers hit the road to crush cancer on Sunday. The annual Rush to Crush bike ride raises hundreds of thousands of dollars for the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.Some riders took off for a 60-mile journey before the sun rose on Sunday. In all, about 800 riders took part in the event, which included the 30-mile and 15-mile rides."The fact that they're here putting in their sweat equity to help us fund a cure for cancer is very inspiring," said Dr. Kurt Weiss.Dr. Weiss works with cancer patients at UPMC. He knows all too well what...
Avonworth soccer team survives challenge from Yough
Almost every time Avonworth pitcher Alivia Lantzy received the ball from catcher Rylee Gray, she bounced it three or four times before returning to the circle. It’s a routine she only does on turf, and the explanation is simple. “It’s fun,” Lantzy said. What else is fun...
Local National Council of Negro Women holds annual Legacy Awards Luncheon
After a four-year hiatus, once again women 80 years of age or older were honored, celebrated and recognized by the local Rankin/Mon Valley/Pittsburgh Section of the National Council of Negro Women. The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that March 23, 2024, marked the return of their annual Legacy Awards Luncheon...
An ode to Pittsburgh's pigeons, some of whom you might not know are pigeons
Watching the birds in my backyard, I’ve become endeared to the city’s pigeons. Frequent visitors, they’re colorful, strong fliers, uniquely adapted to their environment, and even former war heroes, prized for their homing ability. Pittsburgh City Paper’s own mascot is among their proud ranks — Nellie Fly, named for the pioneering journalist who flew around the world.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 18, 2024
Mt. Lebanon (16-4) vs. Butler (6-12) at Boyce Mayview Park, 4:30 p.m.; Hempfield (14-6) vs. Seneca Valley (10-8-1) at Plum, 7 p.m.; Pine-Richland (16-4) vs. Central Catholic (10-10) at Shaler, 3 p.m.; North Allegheny (14-5) vs. Norwin (11-9) at Boyce Mayview Park, 7 p.m. Class 5A. Quarterfinals. Monday’s schedule.
Vehicle crashes into tree reported in East Hempfield Township
EAST HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Police say a vehicle crashed into a tree in Lancaster County. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to the 2800 block of Spring Valley Road near Corvair Road in East Hempfield Township around 11:30 a.m. According to Lancaster County dispatchers,...
Why all the tornadoes? Pittsburgh National Weather Service meteorologists explain
PITTSBURGH — The number of tornadoes in the Pittsburgh area this year has reached 14 — and it’s only May. That total tops the previous record of 11 May tornadoes set back in 1985. In fact, the total number of May tornadoes from 1995 through 2023 combined only adds up to 16. With the increasing amount, everyone may be wondering the same thing: Why are we seeing so many twisters?
OH WFO PITTSBURGH Warnings, Watches, and Advisories
WFO PITTSBURGH Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Saturday, May 18, 2024. ...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 445 AM EDT EARLY THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive. rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Portions of east central Ohio, including the following. county, east central Jefferson OH, Pennsylvania,...
Seton Hill baseball team earns berth in Atlantic Super Regional against IUP
A team from the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference West Division will be heading to the NCAA Division II World Series. Will it be West Division champion Seton Hill or runner-up Indiana?. The teams will square off in a best-of-three series at the Atlantic Super Regional beginning Friday at either Seton...
Summer-like for Monday
PITTSBURGH — Ample sunshine today spiked us into the middle 80s, and we should have warmest days of the year so far from Monday through Wednesday. After some morning fog Monday morning, no weather issues until late Wednesday. We will watch a system arrive late Wednesday to bring rain and some storms that will last through the overnight into Thursday. We will dry out Thursday, and for now, remain dry through our Memorial Day Weekend.
‘Rush to Crush Cancer’ kicks off with a walk of cancer survivors and supporters
The second annual Rush to Crush Cancer event kicked off in Pittsburgh on Saturday. Although it’s a fairly new event, it’s drawing hundreds of people together on the North Shore. Organizers said they nearly doubled the number of participants this year compared to last year’s inaugural event. Cancer survivors and supporters gathered at Stage AE for an opening ceremony at 7 p.m. before the walk began to help fight against cancer. With each step, cancer survivors, their families and caregivers celebrated their journey as crowds came outside the bars and restaurants and gathered on the sidewalks to cheer.
Report of wires down following crash on Lebanon Road in Penn Township
PENN TOWNSHIP, Pa. — There is a report of wires down following a crash on Lebanon Road in Penn Township. It was reported at the intersection of Lebanon Road and East Mount Hope Road. Emergency crews are on scene. Use caution in the area. Injuries are unknown at this...
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