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A Plum mayoral candidate died while playing softball. Now his foundation is renovating the field.
PLUM, Pa. (KDKA) -- There's an angel in the outfield at the Living Word of Plum church. Plum Borough and sports were two of Shawn Marcellino's favorite things, second to his close connection with his family, including sister Vanessa McClean."In fact, the last night I spent with him, he was singing 'Baby Shark' on the karaoke machine with my daughter until 3 in the morning, and I'm like, 'OK, she has to go to bed,'" said McClean.He was the life of the party, running for Plum mayor."Every memory I have of him is funny," said McClean. However, that life of laughter,...
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of May 20, 2024 and beyond
A Pittsburgh-area animal care nonprofit is hosting a charity boxing event to benefit cats in need. Nose 2 Tail Cat Rescue is hosting the “Put Your Paws Up” charity boxing event June 1, at 7 p.m. at the Chartiers Room, 370 Commercial St., Bridgeville. The event features amateur...
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.
In the '90s, Century III Mall had security guards on bike patrols
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — As demolition crews continue totear down Century III Mall, this WTAE archive report looks back to 30 years ago when a new concept debuted at what was then a thriving shopping mall. In the spring of 1994, security officers began making rounds on bicycles while...
In brief: Memorial Day events, pool passes available and more in Shaler area
Shaler Township’s Memorial Day Parade will begin at 10:45 a.m. May 27 at Morewood Road. It will proceed to Mt. Royal Cemetery, where a service will take place. The event is conducted by the Shaler American Legion Post 785 and VFW Post 9199. Etna Memorial Day parade. Etna’s Memorial...
Allegheny County Police investigating second deadly motorcycle crash in North Versailles
NORTH VERSAILLES, Pa. (KDKA) -- A motorcycle driver has died after crashing with a van along Route 30 in North Versailles.Allegheny County Police say the crash happened just after 9:30 p.m. on Sunday at the intersection of Route 30 and Clyde Avenue. Police say that when first responders arrived at the scene, the man driving the motorcycle was in critical condition.He was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead. The Medical Examiner's Office has identified the man as 27-year-old Darien Clark of Beaver Falls. Detectives with the Allegheny County Police Homicide Unit are leading the investigating into the crash and...
Pittsburgh area to see more 80-degree weather to start the week
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- We soared into the mid-80s this afternoon and Pittsburgh hit a high of 85 (no record, though, which still stands at 92). Daily average High: 73° Low: 52°Sunrise: 6:00 a.m. Sunset: 8:34 p.m.FIRST ALERT: NoneAWARE: Sunshine and 80s through Tuesday before rain/storms move in later WednesdayThe dry air and hotter weather stick around to start your workweek, with sunshine and mid to upper 80s on Monday and Tuesday. We have a chance for a few areas to flirt with record highs Tuesday, and even a run at 90 degrees for some areas to our south.Wednesday brings our next chance of showers and a few potentially strong storms from the afternoon through the evening. There's a possible setup for some severe weather, but, right now, it's not set in stone. We'll keep you updated through the next 24 hours on whether a First Alert Weather Day is needed. Thursday brings more showers and a cooldown, with highs through the Memorial Day weekend back into the upper 70s and near 80 degrees, which is still warmer than average for this time of year. WEATHER LINKS:Current Conditions | School Closings & Delays | Submit Your Weather Photos
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.
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.
Allegheny County Sheriff's office announces arrest of man wanted after 9 months on the run
NORTH VERSAILLES (KDKA) - Allegheny County Sheriff Kevin Kraus announced on Thursday morning that a man who had been on the run for nearly nine months has been taken into custody. According to the sheriff's office, 25-year-old Donte Robinson-Veranon has been on the run since August 2023 when he failed to appear in court for a probation violation connected to cases that involved theft and firearms violations. Detectives learned that he was located at an apartment in North Versailles. On Thursday, detectives went to the apartment and Robinson-Veranon attempted to flee out of the back window but ultimately failed, returning to the apartment. He was taken into custody without incident. A search of the apartment found a firearm inside a laundry basket inside of a child's room. When detectives checked the firearm, they learned it had been stolen. Robinson-Veranon was taken to the Allegheny County Jail and now along with the charges included in the bench warrant, he is now facing new charges of receiving stolen property and two more firearm violations.
Highlands launches summer tech internship
The Highlands School District is offering a unique summer internship for students who want to test the tech waters. Students in grades 8 to 11 have an opportunity to shadow the district’s technology department during two separate sessions that last about 10 days each. Positions are unpaid but Superintendent...
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