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Farrell Man Sentenced to 19.5 Years in Prison for Fentanyl, Heroin, and Cocaine Trafficking
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – A resident of Farrell, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 235 months in federal prison on his conviction of fentanyl, heroin, and cocaine trafficking crimes, United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan announced today. United States District Judge Cathy Bissoon imposed the sentence on Quinton Pinkins, 39, also...
Baseball Game Preview: Fairview Heads Out
The Fairview Tigers will start their season against the Mercyhurst Prep Lakers. First pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Fairview is hoping to do what Varsity Opponent couldn't on Tuesday: put an end to Mercyhurst Prep's winning streak, which now stands at four games. Mercyhurst Prep put the hurt on Varsity Opponent with a sharp 16-2 victory. With that win, the Lakers brought their scoring average up to 7.2 runs per game.
Multiple trailers caught fire overnight at Camping World RV Sales in Westmoreland County
ALLEGHENY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) -- Explosions burst into flames at a Westmoreland County camper dealership Wednesday morning. Allegheny Township Police Chief Daniel Uncapher told KDKA that at least 18 campers were destroyed or damaged. No one was hurt. Now investigators are trying to figure out what caused it to start.Bright orange flames shot into the sky from the back lot of Camping World off Route 356. Rachel Ramsey and her husband woke up to loud explosions."It just looked like a huge bonfire," Ramsey said. "You just hear like pop, pop, pop."They got nervous and ran outside to see what was going...
Schwank applauds major state investment in Reading Area Community College Capitol Project
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has announced $6.5 million in funding for improvements to the Student Union Building at Reading Area Community College. The funding comes alongside substantial increases in higher education investments in Pennsylvania’s 2024-25 budget. This includes a $35.1 million increase for Pennsylvania State System universities, a $15.7 million increase for community colleges, and an additional $143 million to PHEAA to make college more affordable for Pennsylvania students.
Smokey Bear gets 80th birthday party at Mont Alto State Park
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 developed the symbol for forest fire prevention. Since then, Smokey has...
Investigation underway after multiple McKeesport police vehicles catch fire
McKEESPORT, Pa. (KDKA) -- An investigation is underway in McKeesport after multiple police vehicles in a parking lot caught fire.Several SUVs in the parking lot were burnt out in the lot that's located along Lysle Boulevard and is used for police cars and other city vehicles. Four police vehicles in total were burnt out, sources tells KDKA. Dispatchers tell KDKA that the incident started just before 3:15 a.m. when police officers and firefighters were called to the scene.Investigators from the ATF and the Allegheny County Fire Marshal's Office were also on scene pictures and collecting evidence.It's unclear whether the vehicles were intentionally set on fire. Stay with KDKA-TV and KDKA.com for the latest on this developing story.
Woman Charged With Stealing Over $1K In Merchandise
An Ohio woman is facing charges in Butler County after being caught walking out of a store with over a $1,000 worth of merchandise. Butler Township Police have charged 32-year-old Shamarr Gatlin of Akron for attempting to steal $1,258 worth of merchandise from the Lowe’s located at Moraine Point Plaza.
Nied’s Famous Fish Sandwich returns, Sheetz goes country, and more Pittsburgh food news
Spirit is bringing back a fish sandwich with a cult following for a one-day-only event. Spirit announced that its seventh-annual outdoor food and music Summer Recess festival on Sat., Aug. 31 will feature Nied's Hotel for a special fish fry. Jim Nied, the former proprietor of the Lawrenceville landmark that closed in 2019 after 78 years, will join in resurrecting the beloved fish sandwich. A Spirit Instagram post recommends arriving at 2 p.m. to catch Slim Forsythe & The Parklane Drifters at the festival’s garden stage and “a fish before they’re gone!” Spirit co-owners Tom Barr and Leigh Yock are working to reopen Nied’s Hotel.
Frazer puts Pittsburgh Mills owner on notice: Fix potholes or face court
Aug. 27—Fix the potholes or end up in court. That's the message Frazer officials gave the owner of the Pittsburgh Mills mall, saying the condition of the parking lots and roads at the shopping center have become a public safety hazard. Potholes at the Mills have become an infamous sore spot among visitors to the shopping center off Route 28, leaving flat tires and bent rims for motorists. "The ...
On the Move: First Bank & Fortis
First Bank Plans Expansion in Trenton and Pennsylvania. First Bank has announced plans to open new branches in New Jersey and Pennsylvania this fall, with a focus on providing enhanced convenience and service to retirees, families, small businesses, and entrepreneurs. The new branches will be in Trenton, New Jersey, and...
The Philly region is under an Excessive Heat Warning, with heat indexes up to 105 degrees possible
Have questions about enduring extreme heat in Philly? WHYY News has the answers. The Philadelphia region could see heat index values in the triple digits on Wednesday. An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect through 8 p.m. Wednesday for Delaware, Eastern Montgomery, Lower Bucks and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania, and in Mercer, Camden, Gloucester and Northwestern Burlington counties in New Jersey.
'He related to everybody:' Friends, coaches, athletes mourn Baldwin track and field coach Ed Helbig
Aug. 28—Ed Helbig didn't need to yell or get loud to motivate his athletes, but the longtime Baldwin coach certainly was the biggest voice in WPIAL track and field. A Baldwin track coach for 49 years and chairman of the WPIAL committee overseeing the sport, Helbig died Tuesday. His calming demeanor and a natural ability to connect with others enabled him to motivate the best out of his ...
After white supremacists march in Harrisburg, experts say most area leaders model how to respond
As many residents and political leaders follow best practice responding to a hate group, U.S Rep. Scott Perry does not. Correction: This story was updated to correct the name of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission. Harrisburg residents and elected officials, broadly speaking, are supporting equity and condemning hate this week,...
Anticipate strong thunderstorms in Northwest Pa. Tuesday night
The National Weather Service issued a report at 9:18 p.m. on Tuesday for strong thunderstorms until 10:15 p.m. for Northern Erie and Southern Erie as well as Crawford County. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 9:17 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line...
Wenner Leads Cranberry Girls Golf to Another Win; Greenville Boys, Hickory Girls Also win powered by Hunter Station Golf Course
KOSSUTH, Pa. – At Hi-Levl, Darien Wenner shot a 47 to lead Cranberry to another KSAC Mega Match win. Ashlee Albright of Keystone was second with a 50, while Moniteau’s Cara Roxberry took third with a 51. Cranberry shot 153 four shots ahead of second-place Moniteau’s 157.
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