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Harris’s love of Doritos at orchestrated Sheetz stop draws skepticism
Vice President Kamala Harris made a stop at a Sheetz gas station convenience store while campaigning in Pennsylvania on Sunday, and some critics are questioning the authenticity of her new obsession with the popular Doritos brand after two different videos began circulating on social media. “Every road trip needs a snack break. Doritos acquired. I […]
Fetterman skipping DNC after list of rifts with Democratic colleagues
Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) will not attend the Democratic National Convention this week, though he denied his decision was over his disagreements with his party’s peers over his stance on Israel. The Pennsylvania senator insisted the announcement has nothing to do with his pro-Israel stance, which has alienated him from some of his Democratic colleagues. […]
Physician-only limit on abortion questioned again
(The Center Square) – Pennsylvania’s abortion laws turn providers into travel agents, advocates say, because of restrictions that prevent medical professionals other than doctors from performing the procedure. Providers add that for those who are qualified, the influx of women from states with more restrictive bans leads to a delay in services that puts patients at risk. “In order to provide this care, I actually drive an hour each way...
Parents file lawsuit against Mohawk Area School District over alleged hazing during football camp
PITTSBURGH, Pa. (KDKA) -- The parents of a former Mohawk High School student are suing the school district and several leaders, including the superintendent. The lawsuit claims the student was expelled for recording video of a hazing incident two years ago and subsequently punished for speaking up. The incident allegedly took place on school property during football camp.At the time, three students were charged. Parents called for accountability following alleged hazing incidentNearly two years ago, parents in the Mohawk Area School District were calling for accountability after allegations of hazing surfaced surrounding the school's football team.District Attorney Joshua Lamancusa said the investigation revealed three juveniles allegedly abused, humiliated and assaulted five victims, all team members.The school's football team had been inactive over a period of several weeks amid the investigation by the DA's office.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: New track, new milestone as Pat McGregor’s half-marathon nets $11K for RVH
She had to slow down at the end, but Renfrew’s Pat McGregor still made good on her pledge to bring in big bucks for Renfrew Victoria Hospital. McGregor set off on her tenth half-marathon over the weekend, setting the pace for the people who showed up to the myFM Centre’s walking track to support her all the way to the end of her 21-kilometre trek.
Paid intern sought by Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority
A home along Victoria Avenue in New Kensington is demolished on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023, as part of aWestmoreland County Redevelopment Authority project. Louis B. Ruediger | TribLive. The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority and Land Bank is looking to bring a local college student aboard for a communications internship. The...
Jeannette K-9 program to resume
JEANNETTE, Pa. — The city of Jeannette will have a K-9 team back to work later this week. In July, the city terminated the police department's K-9 unit, citing budget constraints and performance. Sgt. James Phillips, one of the K-9 handlers, told Pittsburgh's Action News 4 that he picked...
Allegheny Health Network aims to increase access to medical care in underserved communities
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Allegheny Health Network is trying to increase access to medical care, specifically when it comes to heart disease, and remove barriers in underserved communities through a program called Every Heart Matters. On Tuesday, AHN brought it to the Hill District at the Neighborhood Resilience Project.Mordene Myers-Stewart was getting her blood pressure taken as she prepared for a heart screening."Sometimes we don't really have the funds to do this private, so this clinic is really helpful," Myers-Stewart said.She was only able to receive an echocardiogram screening because of a program called Every Heart Matters with AHN, which is working...
Daily News & Links: Bill Cowher Reflects on Myron Cope; J.J. Watt Visits Steelers Facility
Steelers Daily News & Links: Your daily stop for all of the news and links from the Pittsburgh Steelers, NFL and around the Sports Now Group. 🏈 Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach and Hall of Famer Bill Cowher reflected on the late Myron Cope during an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show. McAfee paid tribute to the legendary Steelers broadcaster on Friday, as he thinks a lot of team’s have incredibly boring preseason broadcast crews.
Tom Cruise Blasted as Daughter Suri Cruise Heads to College with Mom Katie Holmes: ‘He Has No Right to Be Called Her Father’
Tom Cruise has been spotted jetting around the world this summer. He’s been seen at the Paris Olympics, Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen concerts, and more. However, one place he wasn’t present was move-in day at his daughter Suri Cruise‘s college. Instead, the teen’s mother, actress Katie Holmes, helped the incoming freshmen move into her dorm at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, over the weekend. Meanwhile, the Top Gun star was nowhere in sight.
Man charged with shooting, killing 20-year-old woman in Aliquippa alleyway
ALIQUIPPA, Pa. (KDKA) -- A man has been charged with shooting and killing a 20-year-old woman in an alleyway in Aliquippa. Twenty-five-year-old Jason Banks Jr. of Aliquippa is facing charges of criminal homicide and simple assault after police said he attacked Treonna Washington on Friday evening and killed her a few hours later.Police said a woman walking her dog early Saturday morning when she found Washington's body in an alleyway on Reed Street. State police said Washington had been shot in the head. A spent .40 caliber casing was nearby, troopers said. According to the criminal complaint, troopers found video from Linmar Terrace and Wade Street that shows Banks assaulting Washington shortly before 7 p.m., grabbing her by the hair, hitting her and trying to push her down a flight of stairs. Video from shortly before 10 p.m. shows Banks, Washington and another person walking toward Reed Street. Just before 10 p.m., police said a single gunshot could be heard on the footage. Police interviewed the third person who had been seen with Banks and Washington. That man told investigators that while they were in the alley, Banks shot and killed Washington.
Miami Dolphins Will Trade Raheem Mostert to the Pittsburgh Steelers Prediction
Jaylen Warren suffered a hamstring injury during Saturday’s preseason against the Bills. The Pittsburgh Steelers were figured to be heavy in the run game with new Offensive Coordinator Arthur Smith, and the additions of Russell Wilson and Justin Fields as possible starting at Quarterback. If Jaylen is to be out for a significant amount of time, the Steelers can not rely on Najee Harris to carry the load and must trade for Raheem Mostert.
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