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Pa. Senate to introduce bill that would require cursive writing in schools
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Senate has plans to introduce legislation that would affect handwriting being taught in schools. The legislation, written by Senator Wayne Langerholc (R-Cambria), would require Pennsylvania schools to teach cursive handwriting. Currently, at least 18 states mandate the teaching of cursive, including but not limited to states such as Alabama, […]
Among the delegates at the DNC: A nonbinary drag queen from rural red Pennsylvania
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago has been many things— a pageant of political theater, a platform for policy proclamations, and, perhaps most importantly, a showcase of the diverse fabric that makes up the modern Democratic Party. Amid the clamor of speeches and the whirl of television cameras, one...
Photo Gallery: Friday, Aug. 23, 2024
In addition to our daily photo gallery, an expansive gallery of Week 1 football season photos — which features Butler vs. Shaler; Kiski Area vs. Knoch; Karns City vs. Moniteau; and Seneca Valley vs. Bethel Park — has been created. Click on the following link to access it:
Harmony Fire District picks up over $500,000 in federal grants
The Harmony Fire District has been awarded more than $500,000 in federal grants to offset the costs of equipment purchases, training, and other expenditures necessary to running a volunteer fire department. Of that, $467,950 came from FEMA’s “Staffing For Adequate Fire and Emergency Response”, or SAFER, grant. This money will...
Butler Eagle hires three newsroom employees
Over the past four weeks, the Butler Eagle newsroom has added three new faces to its roster. The additions include Robert McGraw as the Eagle’s lead photographer, Gricel Hernandez as its social media specialist and Hunter Muro as the Cranberry Township reporter. McGraw is from Parkersburg, W.Va. and attended...
Palmer-McCane Sets Rushing Record, Wolverines Earn Opening Week Victory Over Laurel
The Ellwood City Wolverines football team picked up a season opening victory on the road Friday night, edging Laurel 14-7 in overtime. Ellwood City may have earned a narrow victory, but Elijah Palmer-McCane made a huge mark in the record books. The senior running back finished with 146 rushing yards,...
Bethel Park rolls by Seneca Valley, 50-14
HARMONY, PA – It was a rough night to be a Raiders fan at Nextier Stadium. Following a disappointing 3-7 season, Ron Butschle’s squad looked to start their 2024 campaign with a win over the Blackhawks. Instead, Bethel Park dominated Seneca Valley on both sides of the ball, resulting in a crushing 50-14 triumph over the Raiders.
Titusville Area Hospital Welcomes Dr. Rona de la Vega, DO
Titusville Area Hospital is delighted to announce the addition of General Surgeon, Dr. Rona de la Vega, DO, to our surgical team. Dr. de la Vega brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our community. She completed her undergraduate studies in biology at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana, before gaining valuable experience as a laboratory technician at the University of Pittsburgh for nearly eight years.
Superintendent of McKeesport Area School District resigns
MCKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) — The McKeesport Area School District is starting the 2024 school year with big changes to its administration. On Thursday, the district announced Superintendent Tia Wanzo resigned. The move has left many asking why and what happens next. "Dr. Wanzo has requested a leave of absence from the district effective Aug. 14, 2024 until Nov. 13, 2024," a statement from Wanzo said on Thursday. "At which time, Dr. Wanzo will resign as superintendent of the Mckeesport schools."At one point during the meeting, Wanzo's father spoke up, wanting those in attendance to know his daughter is not a criminal. "Any idea...
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.
Two OVI checkpoint locations announced for Austintown tonight
The Mahoning Valley OVI Taskforce will be setting up two checkpoints will be in Austintown tonight, Aug. 23. The first will be on New Rd. west of Racoon Road and will begin at 10 p.m. until Midnight. Following that, a second checkpoint will be conducted at South Raccoon Rd. near...
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...
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