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Inside the rift that could define the future of Pennsylvania politics
John Fetterman was angry. The Democratic senator from Pennsylvania was readying to speak at a disaster response press conference in Bucks County on July 16, 2023, just hours after flooding in Upper Makefield that ultimately killed seven people. Local officials spoke for a few minutes to offer an initial update for the assembled press. Then, Gov. Josh Shapiro provided information on what his administration was doing to respond to the emergency.
Pittsburgh Basketball Scheduling: Where All Three Teams Stand
PITT BASKETBALL SCHEDULE (SO FAR) Nov. 22 vs. LSU (at the Greenbrier (WV)) Nov. 24 vs. UCF or Wisconsin (at the Greenbrier (WV)) Dec. 4 at Mississippi State (ACC/SEC Challenge) Dec. 11 vs. Eastern Kentucky. Dec. TBA vs. Detroit Mercy?. The Texas State game was previously scheduled for Dec. 14.
Boston College 2024 Opponent Previews: Duquesne
That said, the Eagles have a stellar record against FCS opponents. Holy Cross almost got them last year, but BC has not lost to an FCS or DI-AA team since falling to UMass 27-0 in 1978. Given how much the Dukes lost to graduation and that they got trounced by superior teams (West Virginia, Coastal Carolina, Delaware, Youngstown State), it's hard to view them as a serious threat to Boston College. Nevertheless, they're on the schedule, so let's dive in.
Pittsburgh Festival Opera Presents ADRIANA LECOUVREUR
Pittsburgh Festival Opera will present Adriana Lecouvreur on September 8 at the newly renovated Carnegie Music Hall. Inspired by the scandalous life of French actress Adrienne Leouvreur, this concert opera premieres with a full orchestra, renowned opera stars, and Pittsburgh Festival Opera Artistic Director and vocal legend Marianne Cornetti at the helm.
Special attention helps restore Pitt punter Caleb Junko's confidence
Aug. 16—By the time the miserable 2023 season ended, Caleb Junko had lost confidence in himself after finshing 11th among ACC punters with an average of 42.3 yards. Pitt was struggling, and Junko believed he was partially to blame. "I didn't really do my job last season in giving the defense good field position and bailing the offense out," he said. An offense that finished last in the 14-team ...
Panthers looking for more efficiency in final third after draw with Georgia
On Thursday, the University of Pittsburgh women’s soccer team kicked off its 2024 season with a big-time opening matchup: Georgia. The Panthers, ranked at No. 7 coming into the season, took on the Bulldogs, ranked No. 14, and played to a scoreless draw. The Panthers finished the match with...
Dukes Dominate Lakers in Season Opener
The Duquesne University women's soccer team kicked off their 2024 season with a decisive 6-2 win over Mercyhurst at Arthur J. Rooney Field. The Dukes dominated the game, scoring three goals in the first half and continuing their offensive pressure throughout the second half. Margey Brown led the charge with a hat-trick, showcasing her talent by scoring three goals and providing an assist. The victory improved Duquesne's record to 1-0, while Mercyhurst began their season with a loss.
Ribbon cutting held for major project in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It's a new day in Pittsburgh's East Liberty neighborhood, as a decades-old problem there has been solved. The problem? An old roadway that circles the business district chokes off hundreds of businesses, leaving most of them shuttering their doorsOn Thursday, that roadway, known as Penn Circle, was completely reimagined. According to businesses in the area, the roadway was re-imagined into a success. East Liberty's The Suite Spot Barber Shop is one of those success story. The owner knows that well. He started here as a barber 21 years ago and now owns it. He and...
Pat McAfee hires NFL reporter who was let go by The Athletic
Mark Kaboly wasn’t unemployed for that long.The former Pittsburgh Steelers beat writer for The Athletic was seemingly unexpectedly let go by the outlet on Aug. 12 but was hired by sports-media personality Pat McAfee just 48 hours later as announced by McAfee on his “Pat McAfee Show” on Wednesday.“We have hired Mark Kaboly,” McAfee said on Wednesday. “I do believe he’s accepted the terms we have sent over. He’s available to have other jobs though, we just get first priority. … This is a public proclamation that Kaboly is going to be A-OK. He’s going to continue covering the Steelers...
Hancock County hosts successful 4-H camp
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Hancock County 4-H Camp made a return for the first time since 2019 after COVID-19 and enrollment challenges. WVU Extension Agent, Zach White says this year’s camp hosted 40 overnight campers, 23 day campers and 25 dedicated staff members. Link to previous coverage: Hancock County to host 4-H camp […]
West Virginia student earns bronze medal at international tech competition
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — A student from Hancock County, West Virginia came in third place in a world tech competition. According to a press release from the West Virginia Department of Education, Andrew Manteau, a 2024 graduate of Weir High School, competed in the Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship (MOSWC) in Anaheim, California. This past year, […]
Father and son accused of assaulting country club employee
WASHINGTON (KDKA) - A father and his son are now facing charges after being accused of beating up a Washington County country club employee in June. According to the criminal complaint, South Strabane Township Police were called to the Washington County Country Club on June 16 for an employee who claimed they were physically assaulted on the golf course. The employee, Mark Yates, had driven his golf cart to the sprinkler near a home on Country Club Road when he saw three people jumping on it in an attempt to break it. They were later identified as Rowdy Williams Sr., and his...
Pennsylvania Attorney General joins multistate effort to support gun sale regulations
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry has joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in support of state and federal regulations that govern gun sales, arguing that these laws are critical for public safety. The coalition, led by New York, filed an amicus brief Thursday in the U.S. Court of Appeals for […]
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