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Local family opening school in Ghana in memory of son

Matthew and Gretchen Fischer are traveling to Ghana to open Benjamin’s School of Hope, a school built in memory of their son who died in 2022.

Robinson Township, PA · 3d

WJAC TV

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Penn Highlands Community College touts expansion of culinary program

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Penn Highlands Community College is celebrating the expansion of its culinary program in downtown Johnstown. The Center for Culinary Excellence relocated from its former location to the Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center after growing enrollment created a need for more space. Campus officials say...

Johnstown, PA · 4d
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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 · 4d
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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 · 5d
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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 · 5d

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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 · 5d

CBS Pittsburgh

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Whistleblower says problems remain at Monessen schools despite mold cleanup efforts

The middle-high school building was shut down at the beginning of the school year due to mold.

Monessen, PA · 5d

gulfcoastnewsnow.com

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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 · 7d

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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 · 5d

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 · 5d

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 · 5d

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 · 7d

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 · 5d

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 · 5d

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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 · 7d

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Officials break ground on next phase of Hershey West End project

HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — The Milton Hershey School just broke ground on the next phase of the Hershey West End development project. According to the Milton Hershey School, earlier today, officials broke ground on Phase J of the Hershey West End development project. This phase includes plans for a community featuring 138 for-sale units. This […]

Hershey, PA · 8d

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Panthers Fall To Ligonier Valley In Class 2A Opening Round

Riverside fell to Ligonier Valley 35-21 Friday night in the opening round of the Class-2A WPIAL Playoffs. Levi Foust and Gregory Sleasman each rushed for over 100 yards as part of a 335 yard ground attack by 7-seeded and host Rams. Riverside opened with a 14-play, 56-yard capped with a...

Ligonier, PA · 7d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Monessen blanks Jeannette in WPIAL Class A for 1st playoff win since 2013

It was a day to celebrate for the Monessen football program. The No. 10 Greyhounds used a big pass late in the first half and a stingy defense to upset No. 7 Jeannette, 6-0, on Friday at McKee Stadium in the opening round of the WPIAL Class A playoffs. The...

Monessen, PA · 8d

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Steelers Grant Funds New Field at Frazier High School

The Steelers, NFL Foundation and LISC are funding upgrades at two western Pennsylvania high schools: a new natural-grass football field at Frazier High School and new bleachers at California Area High School. The projects aim to improve safety and expand access to sports and community activities. Nearly 30 years: NFL...

Pittsburgh, PA · 8d