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Day three of trial focuses on Erie gang activity that led to death of 7-year-old boy
Gang activity was a talking point on the third day of the trial for the man accused of fatally shooting a seven-year-old boy on Erie’s east side. Thursday, the defendant, 19-year-old Abdullah Ismael took to the witness stand. While testifying, Ismael recalled heated gang activity that he was involved...
Pirates' Paul Skenes reasserts himself in NL Rookie of the Year race
After hitting a bump in the road recently, Paul Skenes looked more like the National League's top Rookie of the Year candidate Thursday in the Pittsburgh Pirates' 7-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds. Skenes was electric against the Reds, throwing a brisk 87 pitches over six scoreless innings. He finished with nine strikeouts and scattered two hits with just one walk, dropping his ERA to 2.16, which would be the lowest in MLB if the Pirates ace qualified. Six scoreless for Skenes pic.twitter.com/EbnvkQCDQU— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) August 23, 2024 Improving to 8-2, Skenes posted his fourth start of six innings or...
Our Food Editor Reflects on the Loss of a Friend
I’ve never known anyone with more of an appetite for life than Matisse Reid, who passed away last week at age 23. She was born in New Zealand on December 25, 2000 with chronic idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, a rare disorder that made it impossible for her to digest food and required three major abdominal surgeries before she was 6 weeks old.
Stephen A. Smith throws up arms in rage and asks Russell Wilson ‘Who do you think you are?’ in First Take rant
STEPHEN A. Smith went off on Russell Wilson in an extraordinary rant on First Take. The panel was discussing the Pittsburgh Steelers‘ quarterback battle between Wilson and fellow new arrival Justin Fields. Wilson was expected to have a firm grip on the job but has struggled with injuries and a lack of form. His struggles […]
More than 600 vehicles have been reported stolen in Pittsburgh this year
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Car thefts are on the rise in Pittsburgh.So far this year, more than 600 vehicles have been reported stolen in Pittsburgh, including many in the West End and East Liberty areas."We have seen a tremendous increase in vehicle thefts throughout the city, specifically when school let out in the summer months," Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Chief Larry Scirotto said. There was a spike in June, when 257 people went to their parking spots and found it vacant. Only 69 vehicles were recovered.Scirotto explained that many people behind the wheel are teenagers."The striking issue and concern with it is...
DUI Checkpoints will take place around Pittsburgh this weekend
Lieutenant Shener Ulke with Moon Twp. Police and the task force says PA State Police, along with Pittsburgh Police and the DUI Task Force will be “conducting targeted DUI Enforcement Operations” between Friday, August 23 and early Sunday August 25.
Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church Celebrating 225th Anniversary On Sunday
On Sunday, August 25th, Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church is celebrating a special day – commemorating 225 years of God’s faithfulness at Slippery Rock Church. Come out to celebrate, share a memory and enjoy God’s ministry at the church. The event begins at 10:00 a.m. with worship service...
Washington County DA clears officer in hitting suspect with vehicle
WASHINGTON, Pa. (KDKA) - The Washington County District Attorney has cleared the officer involved in an arrest that involved a suspect being hit by a police truck. In a release from Washington County District Attorney Jason Walsh, he has cleared the officer involved in the arrest of any wrongdoing. "My office has thoroughly reviewed the police report and body cam footage, it is my opinion that the officer followed all policies, procedures, and laws of this Commonwealth in the effectuation of the arrest of a dangerous offender," District Attorney Walsh's release read. "This matter is considered closed for investigation purposes as it...
Jury sides with Pa. teacher in lawsuit against district over Jan. 6 rally
A Pennsylvania school district violated a teacher’s constitutional rights by falsely suggesting he took part in the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, a federal jury has concluded. After an 11-day trial, jurors found the Allentown School District retaliated against Jason Moorehead when it suspended him after the...
Pa. wineries see nothing but benefits in law change that allows for discounts
Senate Bill 688 got the most attention of the two alcohol bills passed by the Pennsylvania legislature this spring. Also called Act 86, it allows low alcohol-by-volume (ABV) spirits ready-to-drink cocktails (RTDs) to be sold from certain retail outlets that already sell beer and wine products with the same or lower alcohol contents.
2024 PSAC Preseason Coaches’ Poll: Men’s Cross Country
SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. – The Shippensburg University men's cross country team was ranked atop the 2024 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Preseason Coaches' Poll released Thursday afternoon by the conference office. The preseason coaches' poll is selected by the league's coaches and was announced through the league's social media channels....
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