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$2.4 million grant to help Pittsburgh install electric vehicle charging stations
Aug. 28—The city of Pittsburgh plans to install dozens of new electric vehicle charging stations through nearly $2.4 million federal grant. Officials on Wednesday announced Pittsburgh will receive money from the U.S. Department of Transportation to bolster public access to electric vehicle charging sites throughout city parks, parking garages and curbside locations. A total of 16 new charging ...
Pittsburgh council goes back to drawing board with tiny house bill
Aug. 28—A proposal before Pittsburgh City Council to permit regulated homeless camps Downtown, complete with utilities and services and possibly tiny houses, was withdrawn Wednesday. Two council members spearheading the initiative, however, said they intend to reintroduce the idea soon. Councilwoman Deb Gross, D-Highland Park, said she and co-sponsor Anthony Coghill, D-Beechview, decided it ...
Pittsburgh vs. Kent State Prediction, Odds, Picks - August 31, 2024
The Kent State Golden Flashes (0-0) are facing tough odds as 24-point underdogs heading into their matchup on Saturday, August 31, 2024 against the Pittsburgh Panthers (0-0). The point total is set at 55.5. Last season, the Panthers finished 3-9 and failed to make the postseason. On offense, they averaged...
Pitt’s Jorge Diaz Graham Fully Cleared After Injury
Jorge Diaz Graham is back in action for Pitt. On Tuesday, Pitt basketball posted a video of Zack Austin dunking a ball in practice on a baseline drive. In the video, Jorge Diaz Graham, number 31, runs in late on defense to try to help out his brother Guillermo and catch up to stop Austin at the rim. Pitt then confirmed with Pittsburgh Sports Now that Diaz Graham has been fully cleared for five-on-five and contact activities.
Pennsylvania: Rivers Casino volunteers assist Community Kitchen Pittsburgh
Members of the Rivers Gives team from Rivers Casino Wednesday assisted in preparing ready-to-go meals for the Community Kitchen Pittsburgh. The volunteers donated three hours of their time at the facility in Pittsburgh’s Hazelwood neighborhood. “We’re always appreciative to have support from the Rivers Gives volunteers,” said Community Kitchen...
A Soulful Taste of the Burgh returns with must-try dishes
Aug. 28—Since 2019, A Soulful Taste of the Burgh has enticed attendees with the comforting taste of soul food. This year, Downtown festival will expand its footprint further down the Boulevard of the Allies, running from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1. The event features around 100 food and commercial vendors from both the area and across the country, said founder B. Marshall. One of the festival's ...
Case Against Pittsburgh Man in Oil City Toddler Murder Moving Forward
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The case against Trevaughn Stribling-Jackson, 24 of Pittsburgh, who is accused of murdering two-year-old Keaton Morrison in the basement of an Oil City home in 2023, is making its way through the Venango County court system. Stribling-Jackson has been charged with criminal homicide, aggravated...
Two local districts requiring parental supervision at football games
Two Westmoreland County school districts are now requiring some students to have adult supervision at high school football games. In Greensburg Salem, parents are asked not to leave elementary or middle school students unattended.
Pennsylvania State Police warning public of potentially fatal sextortion scams
(WHTM) — Pennsylvania State Police are warning the public of potentially fatal sextortion scams that have been reported across the state. Social media posts, mainly originating from Nigeria, are targeting teenage boys. According to State Police Lt. Col. George Bivens, scammers are “posing as young females, getting young males here to send photos.” Lt. Col. […]
Will Pennsylvania voters have results on Election Night?
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — As Nov. 5, Election Day, grows closer, Pennsylvania residents may be wondering if they will see results the night of. In 2020, Pennsylvania’s results were not confirmed until almost 20 days after election day. This was due to an influx of mail-in and absentee ballots that had been sent. However, many claimed […]
PPL awards $1 million to dozens of nonprofits across Pennsylvania
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — The PPL Foundation announced that it has awarded $1 million in grant funding to more than 50 nonprofit organizations across central and eastern Pennsylvania. According to the PPL Foundation, the $1 million in grant funding was awarded to 53 nonprofit organizations working to build stronger communities in eastern and central Pennsylvania. […]
State police to hold checkpoints across Pennsylvania roads
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Troopers across the Commonwealth are gearing up for another holiday weekend with checkpoints across the state. State police across Pennsylvania will continue efforts to save lives and keep people safe as Labor Day quickly approaches. Troop A, out of Greensburg, said they troopers will be specifically watching for distracted, aggressive, and […]
Wawa’s First Store in Central Pennsylvania Set to Open in September
Wawa’s first central PA store, solidly in Sheetz territory, is set to open Sept. 19 along West Harrisburg Pike in Lower Swatara Township near Middletown Dauphin County, reports WGAL. Wawa will also introduce its community partnerships and celebrate local heroes through “Hoagies for Heroes” initiative. “We are...
Nine new faculty join Penn State’s Social Science Research Institute
The Social Science Research Institute (SSRI) is welcoming nine new co-funded faculty members to Penn State. By helping to support co-funded faculty members, SSRI is demonstrating its commitment to interdisciplinary research within the social and behavioral sciences. Mark Ortiz, assistant professor of geography, College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. Ortiz...
Morning roundup: Fatal fire in North Braddock; police cars burned in McKeesport
Aug. 28—Here are the latest news items from this morning, Wednesday, Aug. 28: ------ Man's body found after North Braddock fire A man's body was found after a Tuesday night fire in a North Braddock home, according to Allegheny County police. A duplex in the 1000 block of North Avenue was destroyed by a fire reported shortly before 11:30 p.m., WTAE reported. Officials said the fire appeared to ...
Allegheny Valley Regional Police, Frazer in talks for possible merger
The Allegheny Valley Regional Police Department could have a fourth member if talks between its board and Frazer officials work out. Frazer Secretary/Treasurer Lori Ziencik said her township was approached by the police commission, which serves East Deer, Cheswick and Springdale Township, to consider joining the regional department. “We have...
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