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Owner announces 10 newcomers to Grove City Premium Outlets
Simon Property Group, the region’s dominant mall owner, is working to create some new energy for Grove City Premium Outlets in Mercer County as the company celebrates the 30-year anniversary for the outlet mall.
Oneil Cruz's comments on Pirates forcing him to center field are eye-opening
The Pittsburgh Pirates' decision to move error-prone shortstop Oneil Cruz to center field was sudden, but it wasn't altogether surprising. Cruz had committed 24 errors at shortstop this season, the second most in the major leagues, while recording a minus-9 defensive runs saved. The Pirates had recently placed everyday center fielder Michael A. Taylor on waivers (he awkwardly returned on Tuesday), and they have exactly zero pure center field prospects waiting in the wings.
'Like a bomb going off': Fire rips through RVs at Camping World in Allegheny Township
Aug. 28—An early morning fire damaged or destroyed more than a dozen recreational vehicles Wednesday at Camping World along Route 356 in Allegheny Township. Neighbors in the area reported the fire to Westmoreland County 911 about 4:40 a.m. after multiple explosions roused them from sleep, Allegheny Township police Chief Dan Uncapher said. Rachel Ramsey, who has lived next to the business for ...
Text phishing scams are targeting Pennsylvania voters
Pennsylvania election officials are warning residents to be wary of political phishing scams that have targeted voters in Philadelphia's suburbs.Why it matters: With Pennsylvania being a key battleground state, officials expect to see an uptick in those scams in the weeks leading up to the November election.Driving the news: Voters in some of Philadelphia's collar counties have been bombarded with emails or text messages about their voting status, including that their primary votes weren't counted because of issues with their mail-in ballots, election officials told the Inquirer.In Bucks County, some messages directed people to resolve their issues by calling a fake number.What they're saying: County election officials say it is unclear who's behind the messages, but people should ignore them and not call any of the numbers or click on the links that are provided.The Pennsylvania Department of State says it never sends voters information about their specific voting record.To check your voter registration status, visit the Department of State website, contact your county elections office or call 1-877-VOTESPA.
Get rid of household chemicals at 2 PRC September collection events
Trying to figure out how to dispose all those products stashed in your garage, shed or basement that contain chemicals?. It will be easy to do in September for a small fee. Pennsylvania Resources Council will host two household chemical collection events in Western Pennsylvania to enable local residents to conveniently and safely dispose of materials such as cleaners, paints, batteries, automotive fluids, e-cigarettes/vapes and pesticides.
Morning roundup: Inspections restrict Tarentum Bridge traffic; reward offered in burning of McKeesport police cars
Here are the latest news items from this morning, Thursday, Aug. 29:. Traffic will be restricted on the Tarentum Bridge for ramp inspections on Thursday, PennDOT announced. There will be traffic shifts from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the ramps from eastbound Route 366 to First Avenue, and the First Avenue ramp to westbound Route 366.
Top returning local girls soccer players to watch in 2024
The girls soccer season has started in Pennsylvania. Let’s celebrate another upcoming year of great goals, perfect passes and sensational saves by looking at some of the top players returning from last season. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
Smokey Bear gets 80th birthday party at Mont Alto State Park
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn recently visited Mont Alto State Park to celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday. The iconic wildfire prevention spokesperson was officially “born” Aug. 9, 1944, when the USDA Forest Service and Ad Council...
The Stroller, Aug. 29, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Tails on the Trails fundraiser welcomes canine participants. The 15th...
Riverhounds Notebook: Bob Lilley’s 400 wins is tops among coaches with American professional clubs and it’s not even close
All that mattered to Bob Lilley on Saturday what that his Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC came away with a crucial three points at Birmingham, keeping the Hounds in contention to reach the USL Championship postseason for the seventh straight season since he arrived in Pittsburgh. With an emphatic 3-0 win at...
TASTE OF JAZZ PARTY Returns to the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival This September
Get your tickets for vocalist Maysa, prepare your palate, put on your dancing shoes and head to the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC), 980 Liberty Avenue in downtown Pittsburgh, for the annual Taste of Jazz Party (TOJ), an evening of music, dancing, food and beverage tastings on Friday, September 20, starting at 8:00 pm with Maysa in concert in the AWAACC main theater followed by TOJ from 9:00 pm – Midnight.
$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...
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