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DNC unveils billboards in Pennsylvania claiming Trump threatens IVF access
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) unveiled billboards Friday in Pennsylvania claiming that former President Trump threatens access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), ahead of his rally in the Keystone State. In a statement exclusively sent to The Hill, the DNC argued Trump has lied about his position on IVF and wants to ban the procedure.…
High school football roundup for Aug. 30, 2024: Bethel Park rolls past Mars
Ja Vaughn Moore rushed for 195 yards and three touchdowns to lead Class 5A Bethel Park to a 49-13 nonconference victory at Class 4A No. 3 Mars (1-1) on Friday night. David Dennison added 142 rushing yards and two touchdowns for Bethel Park (2-0) while teammate Tanner Pfeuffer threw for 120 yards and one TD.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Ryan Sutara, Springdale’s Bri Ross
Report card: After scoring 51 goals in 2023, Ross continued where she left off. On Monday, she scored four goals and had two assists in Springdale’s 9-0 win over The Ellis School in Section 4-4A. Then Wednesday, the outside winger buried two more goals and had two more assists in another section win over Apollo-Ridge. The Dynamos are off to a 2-0 start in both section and overall.
Norwin notebook: Junior takes cross country title
Norwin junior Annie Czajkowski opened the cross country season with a bang as she ran to victory at the Riverside Classic Night Invitational at Riverside High School in Ohio. Czajkowski posted a time of 18 minutes, 31.46 seconds to hold back Elena Barrall of Manheim Township by 27 seconds. Sophomores...
With deep roster, Norwin girls soccer sets sights on playoff return
If Norwin gets back to the WPIAL girls soccer playoffs after a two-year hiatus, it will be a group effort. New coach Ashley DeVito said under no circumstance should any of her girls should play a full, 80-minute game. “We have so much depth and talent,” she said. “I intend...
Veteran lineup has Franklin Regional girls in position to succeed
Good things can happen when most of your returning starters are seniors. The Franklin Regional girls soccer team will lean on experience from a group that has been around the block a few times in WPIAL Class 3A. Key 12th grade returnees include offensive centerpiece Abby Paterline (MF/F), Brooke Blakley...
Revamped lineup looks to keep Hampton girls volleyball in championship form , Trib HSSN
Hampton’s Lilly Muczinski plays against Kiski Area on Aug. 26, 2024 at Kiski Area High School. Second-team all-WPIAL setter Lilly Muczinski has a message for anyone doubting the Hampton girls volleyball team this season. "We can take anyone, any day,” she said. "We’re scrappy. We are everywhere. We can...
Hampton boys, girls cross country teams out to make history in different ways
The Hampton boys and girls cross country teams are trying to run into the record books this season. But they would take different paths. The boys are looking to become only the second program in 61 years to win four consecutive WPIAL Class 2A cross country titles, while the girls are eyeing the team’s first trip to the PIAA championships since 2000.
Football Recap: Upper St. Clair Piles Up the Points Against Canon-Mcmillan
Upper St. Clair came tearing into Friday's match with four straight wins dating back to last season (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 10.3 points) and they left with even more momentum. They took their matchup on the road with ease, bagging a 41-6 victory over the Canon-McMillan Big Macs. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Panthers also won the last time the pair played back in October of 2023.
Mid-Penn football stars for Friday, Aug. 30, 2024
The high school football season continued to rage on Friday night for Week 2, and several Mid-Penn players turned in big games. The following is a quick look at the top performances reported to PennLive:. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
Westmoreland County high school football notebook: Hempfield’s Dom Detruf shines in return
Hempfield took the field Friday night in its home opener with a surprise starter at quarterback. Junior Dom Detruf, who tried to keep his medical clearance Wednesday under wraps, returned after limited practice time this summer because of myocarditis — an inflamed heart. “We tried to keep it quiet,”...
Westmoreland County athletes of the week: Hempfield’s Jiana Patterson, Latrobe’s Roman Agostoni
Claim to fame: Patterson, a transfer from Greensburg Central Catholic, has made an immediate impact with the Spartans. The talented forward scored two goals as Hempfield defeated North Hills, 2-1, to break an 18-game losing streak. Patterson also scored a goal in the season-opening loss to Connellsville. Patterson also has two assists this season. Her career goal total is 35, and she said she would like to reach 50 before she graduates next year.
No. 4 Pitt Sweeps Long Beach State for Undefeated Weekend
EUGENE, Ore. - The No. 4 University of Pittsburgh volleyball team (2-0, 0-0 ACC) continued its dominance on opening weekend against Long Beach State (0-1, 0-0 Big West) on Saturday afternoon. Senior setter Rachel Fairbanks recorded her second straight double-double while Torrey Stafford had a match high once again with 12 kills.
Miami Dolphins cut ties with explosive former Pittsburgh Steelers running back
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Anthony McFarland was released from the Miami Dolphins practice squad just one day after he was signed to it after the Dolphins cut him following cut-down day. McFarland, the 2020 fourth-round pick by the Steelers out of Maryland, joined the Dolphins after a standout UFL...
Pirates bullpen once again struggles, this time against Cleveland, in 10-8 loss
Rookie Jhonkensy Noel hit a two-run homer and Andrés Giménez followed with a solo shot in the fifth inning, leading the Cleveland Guardians to a 10-8 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.Emmanuel Clase became Cleveland's career saves leader, notching his 150th — and 40th this season — by working the ninth. Clase gave up a leadoff homer to Andrew McCutchen before getting three outs and passing Cody Allen on the club list.Clase has a legitimate Cy Young case with a 0.71 ERA and by converting 27 straight save opportunities since May 20. He's allowed only five earned runs...
Impact Day: Spotty PM storms with gusty winds
PITTSBURGH — Today begins with some sunshine; still humid but not as hot with highs in the mid 80s. Shower and thunderstorm chances increase through the afternoon as a cold front approaches. The window for storms still opens up around 2-3 PM. (The second half of the Pitt game could feature a shower or two; the rain looks to hold off for WVU and Penn State until after the game.) Storms will pack gusty winds, hail, and downpours.
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