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Kucic, Kiski Area football ready to prove doubters wrong
Landon Kucic acquired a unique nickname early in his tackle football career. “I was playing on the (Kiski Valley Lancers) youth football (team), and my first year, I was on kickoff and I blew a kid up,” he said. “Ever since then, the coaches that helped build me up...
RMU Director of Basketball Operations Sweet beats Lung Cancer
PITTSBURGH — In March of 2023, Robert Morris University Director of Basketball Operations Matt Sweet was diagnosed with NUT Carcinoma, a rare form of lung cancer. Sweet faced this battle headstrong. With the power of his determination along with the support of his family and friends, he was declared cancer free later that year in September.
Neil to serve as offensive line coach
LATROBE, Pa. (Aug. 16) – Saint Vincent College football coach Aaron Smetanka has announced the promotion of David Neil to offensive line coach, solidifying his role after initially joining the staff as the offensive line assistant in September 2022. “Coach Neil has brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to our program,” said Smetanka. “His commitment to developing our student-athletes both on and off the field has been invaluable. We are thrilled to see him step into this expanded role and continue to contribute to the success of Saint Vincent College football.” Neil brings with him an extensive and storied…
Ligonier Valley looks to rebound after rare losing season
A 2-8 season didn’t sit well with the Ligonier Valley football team and coach Roger Beitel in 2023. Injuries and a youthful squad that lacked experience were big reasons for the rare losing season. The Rams had only one senior on the team (Noah Gluck), and he got injured in the season opener and missed the rest of the season.
Pennsylvania, Tyler Neeld avoid elimination with shutout of New England
Pennsylvania bounced back from its opening round loss to score a 5-0 Little League World Series win over New England Saturday in South Williamsport. Tyler Neeld helped lead the kids from Council Rock Newtown to the win with a strong outing on the mound. He worked 5 1/3 innings , striking out eight, while allowing just two hits in the shutout in.
Lancaster Dems pick school board leader to replace Rep. Mike Sturla in 96th House district race
Pennsylvania Democrats have selected Manheim Township School Board President Nikki Rivera to run for the Lancaster County state House seat that Rep. Mike Sturla is leaving at the end of his term this year. Sturla’s unexpected retirement announcement earlier this week set local Democratic officials scrambling ahead of the Democratic National Convention next week and […]
Scholarships and grants for Penn State students in 2024-25
With continuously rising tuition, food and housing costs, paying for a Penn State education can be a burden for many families. Here are some scholarships and grants available through the university to ease a bit of that stress. Scholarships for First-Year Students. Penn State Discover Award. This scholarship is awarded...
Countdown to kickoff: Only a handful of teams still play Saturday games
Aug. 16—There was a time when Saturday afternoon marked a busy end to a high school football weekend. Those days are a distant memory. The number of WPIAL schools that play their home games on Saturday afternoons because they have no lights at their facility has shrunk to only three. Western Beaver, Riverview and Summit Academy are the only teams that play their home games in the daylight on ...
RMU Director of Basketball Operations Sweet beats Lung Cancer
PITTSBURGH — In March of 2023, Robert Morris University Director of Basketball Operations Matt Sweet was diagnosed with NUT Carcinoma, a rare form of lung cancer. Sweet faced this battle headstrong. With the power of his determination along with the support of his family and friends, he was declared cancer free later that year in September.
NEW LIST: Which NJ & PA Big Lots Stores Are Closing Permanently?
I filled you in a few weeks ago that a beloved retailer was in financial trouble. Big Lots, a discount chain, with over 1,000 locations across America has fallen on tough times because of what the company is calling, "elevated inflation." Not as many Americans are shopping because paychecks aren't...
Sam’s Club Is Making Major Changes That Will Affect Its PA Members
Sam’s Club members in Pennsylvania need to be on the lookout for some major changes coming to the store in the near future. Across the state of Pennsylvania, there are 24 Sam’s Club locations and people in our area really tend to love it. You can find just...
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