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With Nate Herbig Lost For Season, Steelers Should Be Exploring Veteran Center Options
Coming into training camp, the interior of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive line looked very strong, following the drafting of Zach Frazier and Mason McCormick. Putting that rookie duo alongside the likes of Isaac Seumalo, James Daniels, Nate Herbig and Spencer Anderson really gave the Steelers a real boost at an area of need.
Uniontown Lake (OH) Survives McKeesport in Kickoff Classic
TURTLE CREEK, Pa. — With two teams separated by state lines and over 100 miles, the inaugural KDKA Kickoff Classic at the Wolvarena started off with its own classic contest. The Uniontown Lake (Ohio) Blue Streaks and the WPIAL Class 4A runner-up McKeesport Tigers took two overtimes to decide an eventual winner, but it was a risky two-point conversion that lifted the crew from out of town to a 36-35 victory.
Dealing with trauma, tragedy: The Pittsburgh group providing years of help, resources
BEAVER COUNTY, Pa. — A group has been helping trauma survivors in Beaver County for decades, including those affected by the crash of Flight 427 in Hopewell Township 30 years ago. Traumatic events like the 9/11 attacks and the crash of Flight 93 in Somerset County leave lasting impacts...
Massive river clean up in Pittsburgh will move to the Ohio River
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A significant river cleanup effort in Downtown Pittsburgh resulted in dozens of decades-old cars and lots of debris being removed from the water. The organization that brought in a barge and excavator told KDKA-TV it has more work to do, and crews will be back the first week in September.Around 120,000 pounds of cars, boats and debris were pulled from the Allegheny and Monongalia Rivers in Downtown Pittsburgh. And the cleanup crew isn't done pulling for Pittsburgh."There's still more to get. And if there's more after that, we're picking as much as we can," said Callie Schaser, Living...
Philly rapper, accused leader of violent street gang who dug up enemy’s grave, shot and killed
Abdul Vicks, who went by the stage name of “YBC Dul,” was shot and killed in Olney Friday, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. The newspaper said that prosecutors said the popular 25-year-old rapper doubled as “the ringleader of a notoriously violent West Philadelphia-based gang.” The Inquirer said that police said Vicks was shot multiple times in the chest and right hand just after 3:30 p.m.
LAKERS FLOOD THE END ZONE IN WIN OVER RAMS
Andover, OH — Under the Friday night lights at Pymatuning Valley Laker Stadium, fans were treated to an exhilarating display of high school football as the Pymatuning Valley Lakers secured a thrilling 38-27 victory over the Mineral Ridge Rams. The game was a rollercoaster of momentum swings, big plays, and resilient performances, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
DRAGONS ROLL IN SECOND HALF
Eastlake, OH- The Lakeside Dragons traveled to Eastlake tonight as the North Rangers played host in a non-conference matchup. Both teams were looking to start the season off with a bang. However, we would have to wait until the second half of the ballgame to see points put onto the scoreboard. The first half, both teams fought tooth and nail for any advantage against one another, and neither side was able to capitalize. The half time score board sat at 0-0.
GIRARD RUSHES PAST FALCONS IN WEEK ONE
Jefferson, OH- The Jefferson Falcons faced a challenging start to their 2024 season, falling 56-25 to the Girard Indians in a game that was as thrilling as it was punishing. Despite an early lead, the Falcons struggled to keep pace with a relentless Girard offense and special teams unit that capitalized on every opportunity.
D10 Football Recaps Powered by Generational Wealth Management: CASH Scores Big Win; Harbor Creek, Corry Notch Close Victories
WARREN, Pa. – Joe Furgiuele took a swing pass 87 yards to paydirt on the first play from scrimmage and Conneaut was off and running in a 61-0 win at Warren. “I feel like it was a big tone-setter for the entire game,” Furgiuele said. “We were looking for a big play to come out and start.”
Advice on how to shake off those first-day-of-school jitters
Erie County students return to the classroom on Monday, Aug. 26 for the new school year and that return may bring feelings of anxiety. A licensed professional counselor said stress is a universal experience but overcoming those feelings is possible. “A lot of stress management is what we think of...
‘Endangered’ bird successfully nests in Pennsylvania for the first time in 60 years
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The common tern is an endangered and protected species in Pennsylvania after human interference chased the birds off, but now there is some exciting news when it comes to those birds and the Commonwealth. Though they were never seen across the state the birds used to nest at Presque Isle State Park […]
PA Cyber Charter advisors, counselors authorize strike
(WTAJ) — Advisors and counselors employed by PA Cyber Charter have authorized a strike after contract negotiations between them and the school have failed for over two years. Following 750 days of bargaining, with a state mediator present for some sessions, members of the PA Cyber Academic Advisors and School Counselors Education Association (PACAASCEA), representing […]
‘We can finally start grieving’ – Family of 7-year-old killed in shooting react to defendant’s guilty verdict
On April 14, 2022, 7-year-old Antonio Yarger Jr. was shot in the head on Downing Avenue. For the family, community and members of law enforcement, it was an incredibly difficult time, especially because investigators didn’t have any glaring leads. “Over my 10 years now on this job, I’ve seen...
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