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Westmoreland County soccer playoff preview capsules for Nov. 14, 2026

Harbor Creek (16-1-4) vs. Franklin Regional (19-1-2) 2 p.m. Saturday, Neshannock High School, New Castle. Winner plays: Winner of 7-2 Plum (15-3-2)/3-1 Cocalico (21-1-0) Tuesday (time, site TBD) in semifinals. District/place: Harbor Creek 10-1; Franklin Regional 7-1 Players to watch: Daniel Todd, Franklin Regional; Sean Kirsten, Harbor Creek. Corner kicks:...

Westmoreland County, PA · 13h

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Public sounds off on U.S. Steel’s proposed hot strip mill in Braddock

The Allegheny County Health Department heard from the public on U.S. Steel’s proposed permit for a new hot strip mill at its plant in Braddock. The company, which was purchased by Nippon Steel of Japan last year, has proposed putting in a new hot strip mill at its Edgar Thomson plant. A hot strip mill presses steel slabs into coils of flat steel used to manufacture cars and appliances.

Braddock, PA · 2d

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Brownsville Area School District reports student had knife on campus

The Brownsville Area School District sent a message to parents alerting them that a student had been in possession of a knife on campus.

Brownsville, PA · 4h

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11 Investigates: Community leaders left in the dark on decision to remove airport approach lights

West Mifflin borough leaders say they were not notified about plans to turn off approach lights at the county airport until 11 Investigates told them.

West Mifflin, PA · 1d

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After anxious moments, Belle Vernon surges past Somerset into state quarterfinals

For the first time since 2011, the Belle Vernon boys soccer team is moving on in the state playoffs. WPIAL champion Belle Vernon scored three goals in the second half to come away with a 3-0 win over District 5 champion Somerset and advance to the PIAA Class 2A quarterfinals Saturday.

Belle Vernon, PA · 2d

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SHIP U. Wrestling tops Saint Vincent in dual meet opener, 29-19

Shippensburg University defeated Saint Vincent 29-19 in its home dual meet opener Wednesday at Heiges Field House. The Raiders (1-0) led 23-19 entering the final bout, where Mike Trainor pinned Zane Jenkins in 2:20 at 157 pounds to secure the victory. Saint Vincent fell to 0-1. Jack White opened the...

Shippensburg, PA · 1d

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Developer seeks input on proposed Jayhawk Commons development in Jeannette

A proposed commercial and residential development at the former Monsour Medical Center property is on hold while the developer gathers feedback from nearby residents. A letter was sent to about 130 households in Jeannette this month seeking feedback which will drive how the project moves forward. “The gist of the...

Jeannette, PA · 1d

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Jeannette officials trim tentative budget to reduce shortfall

Jeannette officials have reduced a shortfall in the proposed 2027 budget and a preliminary version of the $6.7 million spending plan will be on council’s agenda Thursday. “There won’t be a tax increase this year,” said Ethan Keedy, city manager. Council was continuing to look at employee...

Jeannette, PA · 1d

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Restoration of Monroeville church’s bell brings its locomotive link to forefront

The bell in Bill Fawcett’s Monroeville garage tells a story of change. Once, it sat atop a mighty steam locomotive riding the Pennsylvania Railroad, before that industry underwent massive change in the face of interstate highways and tractor-trailers. Then, it marked the property of Good Shepherd Church in Monroeville...

Monroeville, PA · 2d

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Mon Valley-based manufacturer to purchase portion of former glass plant in Charleroi

In a statement, glassware manufacturer Anchor Hocking announced that a Mon Valley-based company has purchased a portion of its former Charleroi Corelle glass plant.

Charleroi, PA · 3d

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You can step behind a 30-foot waterfall in the mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania

Cucumber Falls drops 30 feet over a sandstone ledge in the mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania, and you can walk right up to it. The water pours in a thin, veil-like sheet into a clear pool surrounded by mossy rock and thick forest. It sits inside Ohiopyle State Park in Fayette...

Fayette County, PA · 1d

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Non-credible threat against West Mifflin Area High School leads to heightened security Friday

The West Mifflin Area School District notified families Thursday about a possible threat.

West Mifflin, PA · 1d

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Advanced manufacturing apprenticeships will earn college credit at IUP and PennWest

Manufacturing apprentices will now be able to earn college credit for their work experience if they choose to pursue a bachelor’s degree at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania or Pennsylvania Western University. The new PathForwardPA program, led by state education and industry organizations, will allow students to earn credits...

Pittsburgh, PA · 16h

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Allegheny County will make negligent landlords pay to rehouse displaced tenants

An update to Allegheny County’s health code will financially penalize landlords whose tenants must be temporarily rehoused in an emergency due to poor housing conditions, such as a lack of heat in the winter. County Executive Sara Innamorato signed the bill during a ceremony in West Mifflin Thursday afternoon.

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

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Oakmont Splits Over Bow Hunters Set to Target Deer in Borough Parks

Deer have been wandering onto Oakmont's Main Street and darting across a trail between the upper and lower boulevard for years, and now the borough is turning to bow hunters to thin the herd. The archery phase of Oakmont's deer management program could start as early as Thursday, and residents are sharply divided over whether vetted hunters belong in local parks at all.

Oakmont, PA · 2d

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Pitt-Greensburg education students donate more than 800 books to Jeannette’s McKee Elementary

About 15 kindergartners at Jeannette’s McKee Elementary shot a hand into the air when Pitt-Greensburg education professor Melissa Marks asked the group who loves to read. “I know that’s kind of a silly thing,” Marks said, “but saying, verbalizing ‘I love to read’ means that they’re going to internalize that more. That is part of what we want for them to internalize — that they love books and they love to read.”

Jeannette, PA · 1d

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Scenes from the Valley: Images captured in the Alle-Kiski Valley from Nov. 5-11, 2026

The Burrell High School band marches down Leechburg Road on Wednesday during the Lower Burrell Veterans Day Parade. (Emma Stanton | TribLive) Here is a weekly look at recent images captured throughout the Alle-Kiski Valley. From major news events to routine gatherings, TribLive’s “Scenes from the Valley” photo package brings...

Lower Burrell, PA · 13h

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Moracco and Bielak Lead Bobcats in Road Loss to Waynesburg

The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg women's basketball team fell to Waynesburg University, 89-40, Wednesday evening at Marisa Fieldhouse. Tiana Moracco and Jocelyn Bielak led the Bobcats with 14 points apiece in the nonconference matchup. Pitt-Greensburg (0-3) opened the contest with a pair of free throws from Moracco to take...

Greensburg, PA · 1d

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Kennywood Holiday Lights returns with 3 million lights, new shows, rides and festive food

Kennywood has decked the halls for its annual Holiday Lights festival, returning Friday with new shows, seasonal food offerings and about 3 million lights illuminating the park. This year’s festivities include a new ice-skating show featuring BMX stunts, a Broadway-inspired holiday revue and a Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer walk-through experience,...

West Mifflin, PA · 1d

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Bittersweet End on the Bluff: Early deficit & unanswered comeback end Duquesne’s banner campaign in A-10 Semifinals

On the far end of the A-Walk side of Rooney Field, there was an excitement building as the Duquesne men’s soccer team attempted to mount a comeback against Fordham in its Tuesday afternoon Atlantic 10 semifinal contest, but moments later, a notable silence was evident. Duquesne fell 5-2 to...

Duquesne, PA · 1d