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2 non-profit organizations helping Mon Valley kids get ready for school
GLASSPORT, Pa. (KDKA) — It's never too early to start getting ready for the first day of school, and two local non-profit organizations are working to make sure kids in the Mon Valley have everything they need for the classroom.But they need some help from the community. The third annual Mon Valley backpack drive is happening at Glassport Honor Roll Park in Glassport on Aug. 3 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.The event is put together by the Plus One Foundation with help from the Mentoring Village and donations from businesses and the community.Last year, organizers gave out 600 backpacks...
Golf outing benefits Friends of Pine Community Parks
The Friends of Pine Community Parks held their annual Golf Classic on July 22 at Wildwood Golf Club in Hampton. All proceeds benefited the Friends group, which provides ongoing funding for the Pine Community Center and projects in Pine Community Park. The golf outing was a four-person “shamble” event with...
Sharpsburg Council fills vacancy with former member
A familiar face has returned to Sharpsburg Council to serve a familiar role. David Breingan was appointed to fill the seat vacated by vice president Kayla Portis, who was named the borough’s new mayor earlier this month. Council voted 6-0 July 25 to accept Portis’ resignation and voted 4-2...
Allderdice community shocked, saddened by death of longtime football coach Jerry Haslett
Just a month before he was set to begin his 16th season as Allderdice’s football coach, Jerry Haslett died Wednesday at the age of 59. In 15 years at the helm, Haslett helped transform the Dragons from City League cellar-dwellers to perennial title contenders, taking his team on nine trips to the championship game while hoisting a trio of City League titles. His tough, no-nonsense demeanor coupled with a dry sense of humor and an innate ability to connect with his players made Haslett one of the city’s most respected coaches — and one of its most beloved figures.
URA OKs Live Nation music venue for Pittsburgh's Lower Hill District, community questions benefit commitments
PITTSBURGH — The Urban Redevelopment Authority and the Sports and Exhibition Authority approved plans Thursday fora new Live Nation music venue to be built in Pittsburgh's Lower Hill District. See where the music venue will be built: Watch the report in the video above. Some Hill District residents came...
Diamondbacks-Pirates preview: Pitching probables, key players
The Arizona Diamondbacks might be relieved while their fans might be slightly disappointed. The ball club returns home on Friday for a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates that will not include All-Star pitcher and rookie phenom Paul Skenes. The 22-year-old has taken MLB by storm after making a rare jump to the majors just 10 months after getting drafted. He has handled it OK, with a 1.93 ERA and 0.87 WHIP in his first dozen starts. The flame-throwing righty will not make his Chase Field debut just yet.
Pens sign Brayden Yager to three-year, entry level deal
The Penguins have signed Brayden Yager, their top prospect, to a three-year, entry level contract. Yager was drafted by the Penguins last summer with the 14th pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. The 19-year-old forward spent the last four seasons playing for the Moose Jaw Warriors in the WHL...
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Series July 26-28: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions
This content was writter in partnership with DataSkrive. DataSkrive leverages a combination of human expertise, machine learning, and pre-built content libraries to assemble and personalize sports content. In the opener of a three-game series, on Friday, July 26 at 9:40 PM ET, the Arizona Diamondbacks are hosting the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Live Nation’s Lower Hill music venue one step closer with URA approval
A Lower Hill music venue five years in the making passed a major hurdle at a Thursday, July 25, meeting of the Urban Redevelopment Authority. The URA approved the redevelopment of Block E2, a plot of land on the former site of the Civic Arena, to become a 4,500-seat music venue owned and operated by music mogul Live Nation. The venue was decoupled from a 900-car parking garage proposed for Block E1 so that it might be constructed more quickly.
Steelers QB Competition: Surprise Injury Shakes Things Up
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers opened training at Saint Vincent College with a notable absence. As players took the field for stretches, quarterback Russell Wilson hung back. Dressed in a ball cap and shorts, the 35-year-old didn't participate but was rather an observer during the team's first practice of the summer.
Look for two PA natives when team USA men's swimming takes center stage
PARIS, IDF — Two Pennsylvania natives Chris Guiliano and Josh Matheny will take center stage at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris this weekend when they compete in Team USA men's swimming. Guiliano is a Douglassville, Berks County native who specializes in sprint freestyle. He is an ACC champion...
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