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Firefighter killed at Trump rally honored with bagpipes, gun salute and a bugle sounding taps
CABOT, Pa. (AP) — The keen of bagpipes, a three-volley gun salute and a bugle sounding taps pierced the air of a small Pennsylvania town on Friday as hundreds gathered to honor an ex-fire chief who was shot and killed at a rally for former President Donald Trump. Following...
Trump recounts assassination attempt in Butler at the top of his RNC address, pays tribute to slain firefighter
On the final night of the Republican National Convention, former President Donald Trump gave a firsthand account of the assassination attempt in Butler, Pa., which he survived days earlier, in a speech that underlined how the shooting could continue to define the next four months of his campaign. “I will...
Class of ‘52 has something to celebrate
STEUBENVILLE — With each passing year, their members grow fewer. With each passing year, their friendships grow closer. With each passing year, memories continue to be made. They are the Steubenville High School Class of 1952. Each member is, or will soon be, 90 years of age. They may...
Pirates’ Oneil Cruz Laces Jaw-Dropping 120.5 MPH Double vs. Phillies
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz has consistently been one of baseball's hardest hitters throughout the 2024 season, but his latest blast was impressive even for his standards. During the Pirates' first game back from the All-Star break, Cruz came to the plate against Philadelphia Phillies starter Aaron Nola and uncorked...
New business wants to help get rid of unwanted visitors
WINTERSVILLE — Summer is a time when many area residents receive guests into their home, but a local business wants to help them remove those visitors who aren’t welcome. And by that, they mean ants, cockroaches and other insects and rats and other vermin that have entered homes uninvited.
Pa.'s permanent extension of COVID-era outdoor dining spaces a 'game changer'
When Sinan Camozu looks out of Sultan Döner Gyro onto Sixth Street, the summer outdoor dining scene almost reminds him of Taksim Square, a main thoroughfare in his hometown of Istanbul. Mr. Camozu estimated that his Downtown restaurant’s outdoor dining space has added a 30% revenue to his business...
Obituary: Jonas Jacob Chaney, former WPXI anchor, civil rights activist and award-winning actor
A staple of Pittsburgh’s airwaves for nearly 40 years, Jonas Chaney was a trusted newsman and pioneer in the field of broadcast journalism. But, what many might not know is that this somewhat shy, private man — familiar as a longtime reporter and anchor at WPXI-TV — was also an award-winning actor, appearing in dozens of films and plays, from “Silence of the Lambs” to “Fences.”
DENZEL LINN
Denzel S. Linn, 57, of Mingo Junction, Ohio passed away on July 18, 2024 at Valley Hospice Care Center North. Denzel was born on February 21, 1967 in Weirton, WV a son of Denzel W. & Juanita Kokenos Linn. Denzel worked as a General Manager for Advance Auto Parts. Denzel...
Pirates rally past Phillies in ninth on Nick Gonzales’ hit
Nick Gonzales ripped a walk-off RBI single to cap a two-run ninth inning and lift the host Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-7 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. Connor Joe singled and Andrew McCutchen worked a walk off Jose Alvarado (1-4) to begin the ninth inning. Pinch-runner Michael A. Taylor and McCutchen each stole a base to put runners in scoring position, and both came home after a fielder's choice from Oneil Cruz and Gonzales' single to left field.
Plaintiffs sue convenience store chain over negligence resulting in severe injuries
A serious injury at a convenience store has led to a lawsuit that could have significant implications for businesses and their duty of care towards customers. On July 11, 2024, Nakia Cartegena and his wife, Ulonda McClellan, filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania against Speedway LLC.
Mourners gather for funeral of man slain at Trump rally in Pennsylvania
CABOT, Pa. -- Hundreds of people assembled in a corner of western Pennsylvania on Friday to say their final goodbyes to Corey Comperatore, the father of two who was killed during the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump last weekend. A procession of police cars, motorcycles and fire trucks...
Trinity School of Medical Laboratory Science celebrates latest graduates
STEUBENVILLE — The Trinity Health System School of Medical Laboratory Science graduated its fifth class, composed of Megan K. Baldy and Rachel E. Trolio. The graduation ceremony was held June 28 at Trinity Medical Center West Chapel with a reception following in the private dining room. The program runs...
Nick Gonzales hits winning single in 9th, Pirates rally from 3 deficits for 8-7 win over Phillies
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nick Gonzales hit the winning RBI single in the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied from a three-run deficit for an 8-7 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. With the Pirates trailing 7-6, Connor Joe led off the ninth with a single before...
Community night
John Moore, of New Cumberland, left, and John Nessler of Mingo Junction were among Tri-State Area residents who took part in Friday’s Steubenville-Weirton Community Night at PNC Park. Sponsored by IBEW 246 and M&M Hardware and presented by the Herald-Star and The Weirton Daily Times, the evening included round-trip bus transportation, tickets to the game between the Pirates and the Phillies and a fireworks show.
The dream continues for Oak Glen fields
NEW MANCHESTER — Using the same golden shovel she held when construction on Oak Glen’s baseball and softball fields began, former superintendent Sue Smith helped to usher in their next chapter Thursday morning. “This is an exciting day,” Smith said as she prepared to turn over a shovelful...
Assassination attempt: A call for unity
Re: “Trump shot at Pennsylvania rally” [July 14, A1]:. The need for American unity came full circle on July 13. Former President Donald Trump was nearly assassinated when a bullet grazed his ear at a rally for the Republican presidential nominee in Butler, Pa. The Secret Service neutralized the gunman. Unfortunately, the vitriol, now ubiquitous in American politics, did not die with the would-be assassin.
Pitt basketball notebook: After Jeff Capel's extension, Panthers past and present are looking forward to the future
The Petersen Events Center played host to the past and future of Pitt basketball this week. Former Panthers returned to the home floor of their college days to practice and prepare for the opening round of The Basketball Tournament, a 64-team, single-elimination tournament that features a $1 million grand prize for the winners.
From honor student to the gunman who tried to kill Donald Trump
BETHEL PARK, Pa. — For Thomas Crooks, the suburban Pittsburgh nursing home where he served meals and washed dishes for $16 an hour was another solitary corner of a nearly invisible life. He was polite but distant, a former co-worker said, ate lunch alone in the break room and rarely spoke with anyone.
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