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Former WPXI reporter Dee Thompson dies at 84
Retired WPXI reporter DeHaven “Dee” Thompson died May 9 at age 84. Thompson worked at Channel 11 from 1974 until his retirement in 2009. WPXI meteorologist Scott Harbaugh posted a tribute on Facebook, writing, “ ‘Dee’ was one of the kindest people you would ever want to meet. … Always a smile, a kind word, a quick wit, Mr. Thompson is [a] broadcast legend in Pittsburgh. My prayers are with his family at this time. What a wonderful human being.”
Charles Wesley Godwin announces outdoor Pittsburgh concert with his Beaver County band
PITTSBURGH ― They've played stadiums, performed on late-night TV, been profiled by Rolling Stone magazine and entertained crowds at some of America's most prestigious concert venues and music festivals. On Sept. 13, Charles Wesley Godwin and his Beaver County backing band will add another, more localized milestone, when the alternative-country band headlines...
Animal Shelter needs foster families for kittens as more come in each day with limited space
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Hancock County Animal Shelter is in serious need of foster families for kittens as more come in each day with limited space. Right now, the shelter has “bottle baby”, kittens who need a little extra care and more developed kittens. Hope Sayre says the shelter will give you […]
Central Valley vocal ensembles to sing hits of the stage, screen and radio at Chorus Fest
Food vendors will include Bruster's Real Ice Cream, Papa Dukes, Steve & Benny's Chicken Shack, When In Rome, and Marigold Bakery. CENTER TWP. ― Central Valley School District's annual Chorus Fest takes place May 21. The concert will take place 6-8 p.m. outside the Central Valley High School main...
IF: Sensory Friendly Screening of Animated/Live Action Tale Set for May 25 at The Lindsay Theater
A sensory friendly screening of the new John Krasinski film IF is set for Saturday, May 25, at 10:30 a.m. at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center. All tickets will be discounted to $8.75 for this special event. IF relates the funny and touching story of a girl who can...
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