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Investigation Underway to Uncover Cause of Clairton Blaze, No Injuries Reported
A blaze that erupted in Clairton on Thursday is now the subject of an investigation, as authorities work to determine its cause. The fire began around 8:15 p.m. on Miller Avenue. Firefighting crews were on the scene for hours, facing down heavy flames and a considerable amount of smoke, as reported by CBS News Pittsburgh.
Butler's Drew Griffith named 2023-24 TribLive HSSN Boys Athlete of the Year
Jul. 3—Drew Griffith discusses his record-setting year with TribLive HSSN's Don Rebel on the Rebel Yell podcast. ------Butler senior Drew Griffith broke a national record on a track in Boston and smashed another record at the state championships in Shippensburg. Yet, neither is necessarily his favorite place to run. In fact, the reigning state cross country champion says he'd prefer to go for ...
Pirates place hard-throwing rookie pitcher Jared Jones on the injured list with a right lat strain
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates placed rookie pitcher Jared Jones on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with a right lat strain. The Pirates made the move less than 24 hours after Jones left following five innings and 78 pitches in what became a 5-4 victory over the Cardinals.
"Enjoy the Fourth" Independence Day Celebration in North East
At Gravel Pit Park in North East, they had their second annual Enjoy the Fourth event. There was music, caricatures and face painting. People enjoyed food and desserts from the food trucks. There was plenty to do for the whole family. “This is our second year in this park, and...
New Kensington-Arnold School Board discusses approaching Burrell about merging
Jul. 4—Current challenges faced by the Burrell School District have New Kensington-Arnold's school directors wondering if the right time has come for the neighboring districts to again consider merging. New Kensington-Arnold School Board member Bob Pallone raised the subject of approaching Burrell officials with the proposal at his board's meeting Tuesday night. He cited that Burrell now has ...
LOCALpittsburgh — Gallery Roundup July 2024
IN THE SUMMER, Art in Pittsburgh moves outside. And starts a party. * Fri. July 5, 5 p.m. to late night. Unblurred First Friday Art Crawl is hosted by Bloomfield Garfield Corporation. It’s a monthly art and entertainment stroll spotlighting an eclectic blend of galleries and art retailers along Penn Avenue from Mathilda to Negley in Bloomfield/Garfield — Pittsburgh Glass Center, Silver Eye Photography, Arts & Crafts: Bottanica & Occult Shop, Songbird Artistry, Imagebox, Vault Art Studio, KST Alloy Studios, Center for PostNatural History, Irma Freeman Center for Imagination, Bantha Tea Bar, Pullproof Studios, Bunker Projects, Moss Architects, Springboard Design and more.
Pittsburgh Pirates Trade Rumors: Top Prospects to Boost Offense at Trade Deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates are considering being buyers at the trade deadline to strengthen their team, particularly in the outfield, despite having strong pitching. They are evaluating trading prospects to improve their roster, with pitcher Anthony Solometo being a potential candidate due to his struggles this season. Solometo, one of their top pitching prospects, has not performed as well as in the past, with a 6.27 ERA, 6.64 FIP, and 1.61 WHIP in 33 innings this year. Despite his current challenges, Solometo's youth, good command in previous seasons, and potential upside make him an attractive asset for trade.
Northern Cambria School District details new building plans
NORTHERN CAMBRIA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Construction is underway on the new facility being added to the Northern Cambria elementary and middle school complex. With this expansion, the existing building will hold all grades from kindergarten through 12th grade under one roof. A decline in student population has allowed for the district to make this transition. […]
Insider Says Maple Leafs Best Fit for Sidney Crosby in 2025
With the Toronto Maple Leafs opening a new chapter under head coach Craig Berube and the Pittsburgh Penguins approaching the end of the Sidney Crosby era, there may be a way the two franchises can help each other improve their futures. In the eyes of TSN’s OverDrive host Bryan Hayes,...
Happy hours could be longer with more specials. How PA bill could change after-work drinks
Happy hour could get a little happier thanks to a state bill which would allow Pennsylvania bar owners to expand their hours. House Bill 829, which was introduced last year and provides several amendments to the Pennsylvania Liquor Code, passed Tuesday in the State Senate with a 47-3 vote. ...
Will Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro run for president if Joe Biden drops out?
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With all the talk about whether President Joe Biden will drop out of the race for president, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's name has been frequently mentioned as a possible candidate.When political pundits speculate about who might succeed Biden as a Democratic nominee for president, some names are obvious: Vice President Kamala Harris, California Governor Gavin Newsom, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.Other names are less obvious, like Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and Shapiro."Governor Shapiro has built quite the reputation nationally in a very short period of time," Democratic political strategist...
Pennsylvania firework laws and safety tips to keep you and your family safe during the Fourth
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Official shows and individuals alike will light up the skies with fireworks across Pennsylvania tonight, and officials are urging everyone to follow state laws. While the holiday is a fantastic time to celebrate independence with family and friends, it’s important to remember Pennsylvania fireworks laws to keep people safe. According to the […]
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