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Family worries adopted son’s Dauphin County mom will attack again | Column
The story made international news in August: A Dauphin County woman took a nearly four-hour Lyft ride to Kennedy Township, then sprayed bullets at the foster family caring for her biological 2-year-old son. Mercifully no one was hurt, and the assailant was quickly subdued. I only found out later that...
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...
Top In-State Recruit, Once Favoring Michigan, Announces Commitment
Once believed to be favoring Michigan, three/four-star safety/WR Elijah Dotson out of Belleville, Michigan, announced his commitment to Pittsburgh on Saturday:. Dotson is ranked as the No. 10 player in the state in 2025. Michigan is looking elsewhere for DB help with its recruiting class.
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...
Kennywood, Idlewild offer free admission to military, vets while teachers get in free at Sandcastle
Kennywood and Idlewild & SoakZone will offer free admission to military personnel and veterans to celebrate Memorial Day, while teachers get in Sandcastle for free to kick off Opening Day.
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.
Celebrating National Pizza Party Day: A Guide to Pittsburgh's Best Pizza
Pittsburgh, often celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and sports fandom, also boasts an incredible pizza scene. Friday, May 17 is National Pizza Party Day, what better time to dive into the city's best pizza joints as selected by locals in TribLIVE's Best of the Best Community Choice Awards? Here's your guide to where you can find the best slices in the Steel City.
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